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Melissa Stockwell

5 out of 5
6 reviews

First Lieutenant (Retired) & Three-Time Paratriathlon World Champion

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Melissa Stockwell Biography

At first glance Melissa Stockwell may appear to be the quintessential Mid-western All-American girl, but she is far more. She is an American war hero who has triumphed over personal tragedy to achieve greatness, World Champion status, and she has dedicated her life to chasing remarkable accomplishments while giving back to others, particularly those who face challenges similar to her own.

In 2002, Stockwell graduated from the University of Colorado and was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the United States Army. In March 2004, she deployed to Baghdad, Iraq. Just three weeks later, a blast from a roadside bomb struck Stockwell’s Humvee causing the loss of her left leg above the knee. After enduring numerous infections and surgeries, Stockwell was medically retired from the Army. She is the first female to ever lose a limb in active combat.

Following her military career, athletics become a way of life for Stockwell. In April of 2008, she became the first Iraqi War Veteran to qualify for the Paralympics. She competed in three swimming events and was honored by her fellow Team USA athletes to be selected to carry the American flag in the closing ceremonies. After Beijing, Stockwell turned to the sport of Paratriathlon and is now a three-time World Champion. She was named USAT’s female Paratriathlete of the Year for two consecutive years and was twice nominated for an ESPY award. She recently completed her first Ironman.

In 2007, Stockwell completed the prosthetic practitioner program at Century College in Minnesota where she learned to fit other amputees with artificial limbs. She is also a level 1 certified triathlon coach and co-founder of the Dare2tri Paratriathlon Club, helping others with disabilities enjoy the sport of triathlon and embrace active living.

Stockwell is a highly sought after and experienced motivational speaker, and has spoken for numerous Fortune 500 companies including Amazon, McKinsey, BP, Accenture, The Hartford, Deloitte, Microsoft, P&G, Chobani and many others.

Stockwell has been featured in countless media outlets including People, Sports Illustrated, The Chicago Tribune and a Triathlon Magazine cover story. She was also featured in the documentary From Baghdad to Beijing which chronicled Stockwell and three other wounded warriors’ journey from the roads of Baghdad to the Paralympics Games.

Stockwell is proud to have served her country as a member first of The U.S. Army and now as part of Team USA. On September 11, 2016 Stockwell raced in honor of her fellow soldiers and their families who had given the ultimate sacrifice serving and protecting America. After a grueling race, the day ended on the podium, draped in the American flag, as the newly crowned Paralympic Bronze Medalist. Then, once again, Stockwell stayed the course and despite a one-year delay of the Tokyo Games due to COVID-19 and a cycling accident that left her with a broken back eight-weeks before the Games, remarkably she competed in Tokyo and finished fifth.

Stockwell is also a proud mother of two. On November 24, 2014 she welcomed her first child, son Dallas Patrick and on August 2, 2017, she welcomed her second child, Amelia (Millie) Lynn.

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Speaking Topics

  • The Power of Choice

    Hear and reflect on an inspiring message of perseverance and maintaining perspective in leadership and in life from of an American hero who has triumphed over personal tragedy to achieve greatness, World Champion status, and who has dedicated her life to chasing remarkable accomplishments while giving back to others, particularly those who face challenges similar to her own. Melissa Stockwell proudly wore the uniform of the United States Army, where she very nearly made the ultimate sacrifice for her country. Today, she proudly wears the uniform of Team USA as a World Champion athlete and Paralympic Medalist. Melissa shares her remarkable story, from the battlefields of Baghdad to the Paralympic Games, in an emotionally powerful presentation that will inspire you to see ability not disability, to maximize what you do have and forget about what you don’t, and to apply, as she details, “…the amazing power of choice.”

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The Power Of Choice: My Journey From Wounded Warrior To World Champion

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Melissa Stockwell

5 out of 5
6 reviews

First Lieutenant (Retired) & Three-Time Paratriathlon World Champion

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Colorado Springs, CO, USA
Speaking Fee:
Live Event: $20,000 - $30,000
Virtual Event: $10,000 - $20,000
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Disability, Health and Wellness, Inspirational Speakers, Military, Speakers by Industry, Sports, Sports Inspiration, Veterans, Virtual Speakers

Melissa Stockwell Biography

At first glance Melissa Stockwell may appear to be the quintessential Mid-western All-American girl, but she is far more. She is an American war hero who has triumphed over personal tragedy to achieve greatness, World Champion status, and she has dedicated her life to chasing remarkable accomplishments while giving back to others, particularly those who face challenges similar to her own.

In 2002, Stockwell graduated from the University of Colorado and was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the United States Army. In March 2004, she deployed to Baghdad, Iraq. Just three weeks later, a blast from a roadside bomb struck Stockwell’s Humvee causing the loss of her left leg above the knee. After enduring numerous infections and surgeries, Stockwell was medically retired from the Army. She is the first female to ever lose a limb in active combat.

Following her military career, athletics become a way of life for Stockwell. In April of 2008, she became the first Iraqi War Veteran to qualify for the Paralympics. She competed in three swimming events and was honored by her fellow Team USA athletes to be selected to carry the American flag in the closing ceremonies. After Beijing, Stockwell turned to the sport of Paratriathlon and is now a three-time World Champion. She was named USAT’s female Paratriathlete of the Year for two consecutive years and was twice nominated for an ESPY award. She recently completed her first Ironman.

In 2007, Stockwell completed the prosthetic practitioner program at Century College in Minnesota where she learned to fit other amputees with artificial limbs. She is also a level 1 certified triathlon coach and co-founder of the Dare2tri Paratriathlon Club, helping others with disabilities enjoy the sport of triathlon and embrace active living.

Stockwell is a highly sought after and experienced motivational speaker, and has spoken for numerous Fortune 500 companies including Amazon, McKinsey, BP, Accenture, The Hartford, Deloitte, Microsoft, P&G, Chobani and many others.

Stockwell has been featured in countless media outlets including People, Sports Illustrated, The Chicago Tribune and a Triathlon Magazine cover story. She was also featured in the documentary From Baghdad to Beijing which chronicled Stockwell and three other wounded warriors’ journey from the roads of Baghdad to the Paralympics Games.

Stockwell is proud to have served her country as a member first of The U.S. Army and now as part of Team USA. On September 11, 2016 Stockwell raced in honor of her fellow soldiers and their families who had given the ultimate sacrifice serving and protecting America. After a grueling race, the day ended on the podium, draped in the American flag, as the newly crowned Paralympic Bronze Medalist. Then, once again, Stockwell stayed the course and despite a one-year delay of the Tokyo Games due to COVID-19 and a cycling accident that left her with a broken back eight-weeks before the Games, remarkably she competed in Tokyo and finished fifth.

Stockwell is also a proud mother of two. On November 24, 2014 she welcomed her first child, son Dallas Patrick and on August 2, 2017, she welcomed her second child, Amelia (Millie) Lynn.

Contact a speaker booking agent to check availability on Melissa Stockwell and other top speakers and celebrities.

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Melissa Stockwell Speaking Topics

  • The Power of Choice

    Hear and reflect on an inspiring message of perseverance and maintaining perspective in leadership and in life from of an American hero who has triumphed over personal tragedy to achieve greatness, World Champion status, and who has dedicated her life to chasing remarkable accomplishments while giving back to others, particularly those who face challenges similar to her own. Melissa Stockwell proudly wore the uniform of the United States Army, where she very nearly made the ultimate sacrifice for her country. Today, she proudly wears the uniform of Team USA as a World Champion athlete and Paralympic Medalist. Melissa shares her remarkable story, from the battlefields of Baghdad to the Paralympic Games, in an emotionally powerful presentation that will inspire you to see ability not disability, to maximize what you do have and forget about what you don’t, and to apply, as she details, “…the amazing power of choice.”

Melissa Stockwell Videos

  • Who I Am: Melissa Stockwell | US Army Veteran & World Champion
    Who I Am: Melissa Stockwell | US Army Veteran & World Champion
    Melissa Stockwell is a Para triathlete from USA and this is her story. Stockwell's story is part of the IPC (International Paralympic Committee) and...
  • Melissa Stockwell, Resilience Speaker, Reno 2019
    Melissa Stockwell, Resilience Speaker, Reno 2019
    At first glance Melissa Stockwell may appear to be the quintessential Mid-western All-American girl, but she is far more. She is an American was hero...
  • Melissa Stockwell emcees The 2018 American Legion National Convention
    Melissa Stockwell emcees The 2018 American Legion National Convention
    Melissa Stockwell, a 2016 Paralympic bronze medalist and the first American female to lose a limb in combat, served as the emcee of The American...
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Melissa Stockwell Books

The Power Of Choice: My Journey From Wounded Warrior To World Champion
The Power Of Choice: My Journey From Wounded Warrior To World Champion

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FAQs on booking Melissa Stockwell

  • How to book Melissa Stockwell?

    Our booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure talent like Melissa Stockwell for both live and virtual events for over 20 years. The team at All American Entertainment represents and listens to the needs of organizations and corporations seeking to hire keynote speakers, celebrities or entertainers for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment. Fill out a booking request form for Melissa Stockwell, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get pricing information and check availability for Melissa Stockwell or any other celebrity of your choice.

  • How much does it cost to book Melissa Stockwell?

    Booking fees for Melissa Stockwell, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. Pricing often varies between live and virtual events. Other factors that can affect speaker fees include the talent's schedule, market conditions, length of presentation, and the location of the event. The live and virtual event speaking fees listed on this website are intended to serve as a guideline only. In some cases, the actual quote may be above or below the stated range. For the most current fee to hire Melissa Stockwell, please fill out the booking request form or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak with an experienced booking agent.

  • Who is the agent for Melissa Stockwell?

    All American Entertainment has successfully secured celebrity talent like Melissa Stockwell for clients worldwide for more than 20 years. As a full-service talent booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Fill out the booking request form or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Melissa Stockwell for your next private or corporate function.

  • What is a full-service talent booking agency?

    All American Speakers is a "buyers agent" and exclusively represents talent buyers, meeting planners and event professionals, who are looking to secure celebrities and speakers for personal appearances, speaking engagements, corporate entertainment, public relations campaigns, commercials, or endorsements. We do not exclusively represent Melissa Stockwell or claim ourselves as the exclusive booking agency, business manager, publicist, speakers bureau or management for Melissa Stockwell or any other speaker or celebrity on this website. For more information on how we work and what makes us unique, please read the AAE Advantage.

Melissa Stockwell is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as The Power of Choice. The estimated speaking fee range to book Melissa Stockwell for your event is $20,000 - $30,000. Melissa Stockwell generally travels from Colorado Springs, CO, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are J.R. Martinez, Amelia Rose Earhart, Rudy Ruettiger, Shannon Miller and Inky Johnson. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Melissa Stockwell for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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Melissa Stockwell Speaking Topics

  • The Power of Choice

    Hear and reflect on an inspiring message of perseverance and maintaining perspective in leadership and in life from of an American hero who has triumphed over personal tragedy to achieve greatness, World Champion status, and who has dedicated her life to chasing remarkable accomplishments while giving back to others, particularly those who face challenges similar to her own. Melissa Stockwell proudly wore the uniform of the United States Army, where she very nearly made the ultimate sacrifice for her country. Today, she proudly wears the uniform of Team USA as a World Champion athlete and Paralympic Medalist. Melissa shares her remarkable story, from the battlefields of Baghdad to the Paralympic Games, in an emotionally powerful presentation that will inspire you to see ability not disability, to maximize what you do have and forget about what you don’t, and to apply, as she details, “…the amazing power of choice.”

Melissa Stockwell Speaker Videos

  • Who I Am: Melissa Stockwell | US Army Veteran & World Champion
    Who I Am: Melissa Stockwell | US Army Veteran & World Champion
    Melissa Stockwell is a Para triathlete from USA and this is her story. Stockwell's story is part of the IPC (International Paralympic Committee) and WOWOW’s Collaboration Project. Together and over...
    Melissa Stockwell, Resilience Speaker, Reno 2019
    Melissa Stockwell, Resilience Speaker, Reno 2019
    At first glance Melissa Stockwell may appear to be the quintessential Mid-western All-American girl, but she is far more. She is an American was hero who has triumphed over personal tragedy to...
  • Melissa Stockwell emcees The 2018 American Legion National Convention
    Melissa Stockwell emcees The 2018 American Legion National Convention
    Melissa Stockwell, a 2016 Paralympic bronze medalist and the first American female to lose a limb in combat, served as the emcee of The American Legion’s 100th National Convention in Minneapolis...
    Melissa Stockwell: The Power of Choice
    Melissa Stockwell: The Power of Choice
    On October 27, 2017, Princeton University community members came together in McDonnell Hall to see veteran and wounded warrior Melissa Stockwell speak about her journey to become a two-time...
  • The Inspirational Story of Melissa Stockwell
    The Inspirational Story of Melissa Stockwell
    The Paralympic Games start today in Rio, and we wanted to share the story of an inspirational wounded warrior who is participating in the game! Melissa Stockwell lost her leg while serving in Iraq,...
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This website is a resource for event professionals and strives to provide the most comprehensive catalog of thought leaders and industry experts to consider for speaking engagements. A listing or profile on this website does not imply an agency affiliation or endorsement by the talent.

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