Co-Founder of T21 Performance Inc. Mentoring the Next Generation of Athletes; Former Professional Baseball Player; "The Amazing Race Canada" Finalist

Vancouver, Canada
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Tyson Gillies Biography

Tyson Gillies isn't just a former professional baseball player-he's a story of resilience, determination, and inspiration that has captured the hearts of fans around the world.

Hailing from Vancouver, Canada, Gillies was drafted by the Seattle Mariners in the 25th round of the 2006 Major League Baseball draft. A proud graduate of R.E. Mountain Secondary School in Langley, British Columbia, he also represented his country as a member of the Canadian national baseball team.

Gillies's journey hasn't been without challenges. Diagnosed at age four with a hearing impairment that left him with only 30% hearing in one ear and 50% in the other, he learned to navigate the world with hearing aids and lip reading-turning what could have been a limitation into a source of strength and determination.

Today, Gillies is the co-founder of T21 Performance Inc., where he mentors and trains the next generation of athletes, sharing the lessons he's learned on and off the field. He inspires audiences as a motivational speaker and advocates tirelessly for the deaf and hard-of-hearing community.

Most recently, Gillies showcased his adventurous spirit and competitive edge as a finalist on "The Amazing Race Canada."

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 06/04/2026.

Tyson Gillies Speaking Topics

  • Against the Odds: Building Resilience When Challenges Define the Game

    Adversity can change confidence, communication, and performance long before it affects results. This session examines how resilience is developed through discipline, preparation, and personal accountability when obstacles become part of everyday life. Tyson Gillies shares his experience competing as a professional athlete while navigating a hearing impairment, representing Team Canada, and advancing through Major League Baseball organizations. Audiences will gain practical strategies for overcoming setbacks, maintaining focus under pressure, and developing resilience in high performance environments.

  • Performing Under Pressure: Leadership Lessons from Professional Sport

    High pressure environments demand consistency, adaptability, and trust in preparation. This session explores how individuals and teams maintain performance standards when expectations, uncertainty, and competition continue to increase. Drawing from professional baseball, international competition, and years of elite athlete development, Tyson Gillies explains how communication, accountability, and mental preparation influence results in both sports and workplace settings. Participants will leave with a clearer understanding of how to strengthen focus, improve team performance, and lead effectively during demanding situations.

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  • What topics does Tyson Gillies speak about?

    Tyson Gillies is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Athlete, Baseball, DEI, Disability, Leadership, Overcoming Adversity, Reality TV, Resilience, Sports, Sports Motivation, Television & Film
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Tyson Gillies is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Against the Odds: Building Resilience When Challenges Define the Game, Performing Under Pressure: Leadership Lessons from Professional Sport and Inclusion Through Action: Creating Opportunity Beyond Limitations. The estimated speaking fee range to book Tyson Gillies for your event is available upon request. Tyson Gillies generally travels from Vancouver, Canada and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Amy Purdy, Jaco van Gass, Sarah Wells, Tyler McGregor and Todd Blyleven. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Tyson Gillies for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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