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Dan Holdridge

A Survivor of September 11, 2001 at the United States Pentagon and a Corporate President/CEO

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Dan Holdridge Biography

You remember where you were on September 11, 2001, when our Nation’s worst terrorist attack occurred. When the Pentagon was attacked on 9/11, everyone 10 feet away on the other side of the wall next to Dan Holdridge was killed, while Dan survived.

Feeling handpicked by God to live, Dan has a personal mission to honor the 184 heroes who died that day at the Pentagon. His message of the Purpose Conduit™ challenges audiences to understand the value of life through gratitude, respect, appreciation of others and hope for a better world.

Most Requested Presentations

In the wake of 9/11, many individuals continue to live day-to-day, allowing their identity to be defined by the market, society and others without any personal reflection as to “Why am I here?” By allowing external forces and pressures to define us, we fail to find who we truly are. Sharing his experience as a 9/11 Pentagon survivor, Dan Holdridge shows how the Purpose Conduit™ draws on the incredible power of appreciation, aligning our personal identity between ourselves and those we serve, helping us manifest our purpose.

Finding the Moments to Take Others’ Breath Away

For 90 minutes after the terrorist attack on 9/11 on the Pentagon, Dan’s family did not know whether he survived. For those 90 minutes, they contemplated Dan with words not spoken, thoughts not shared, and actions not taken. Through this National tragedy, we all took time to reflect on the frailty of life and it’s affects on those important to us. In our families and our businesses, we frequently defer critical actions until tomorrow because we overestimate the time we have and the power of that time. Why wait for tomorrow!

In April 2001, Mr. Dan Holdridge was one of the youngest Program Directors at General Dynamics Corporation in Needham, Massachusetts. Dan oversaw computer engineering operations for General Dynamics and was sent to the United States Pentagon to support the construction of the newly renovated section of the Pentagon.

On September 11th, 2001, Dan’s life almost ended when he was injured in the terrorist attack on the Pentagon. Recovered physically, Dan dedicates his time speaking to people across the country about his experience that day, what helped him heal and how he became an even stronger person than ever before.

Today, Dan serves as President and Chief Executive Officer of Eagle Industries Incorporated where he oversees the entire operation of the electrical engineering and manufacturing corporation. This includes finance, human resources, project management, business development, customer communications, and continuing quality improvement programs. Since his arrival at the firm, Eagle Industries has posted a profit each year.

Dan graduated from the University of Connecticut in 1995, and earned the Master’s Degree of Executive Master of Science in Engineering Management from the University of New Haven. Dan served as a Trustee of the National 4-H Leadership Trust from April 2002 to 2004 and currently serves as Board Member and Vice Chairman of the New London County 4-H Foundation. He is a member of the Academy of Professional Speaking, part of the National Speaking Association.

Dan believes the way to end terrorism in our world is to understand differences between cultures and to respect them, eliminate feelings of entitlement, and honor the heroes that serve.

Dan is a Member of the National Speakers Association.

His book, Weapons of Mass Appreciation, is due for release in 2009.

About Dan Holdridge

Ninety Minutes of Distinction

You Don’t Have to Live Through a Terrorist Attack to Learn from One

Weapons of Mass Appreciation

FAQs
  • How do I book Dan Holdridge to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Dan Holdridge for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Dan Holdridge, 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 speaking fee information and check availability for Dan Holdridge or any other speaker of your choice.
  • What are the speaker fees for Dan Holdridge

    Speaking fees for Dan Holdridge, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Dan Holdridge are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Dan Holdridge, click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Dan Holdridge speak about?

    Dan Holdridge is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Business, Inspirational, Military, Personal Growth, University Speakers, Virtual Speakers.
  • Where does Dan Holdridge travel from?

    Dan Holdridge generally travels from Rhode Island, USA, but can be booked for private corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. For more details, please contact an AAE Booking agent.
  • Who is Dan Holdridge’s agent?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully booked keynote speakers like Dan Holdridge for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker 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. Please click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Dan Holdridge for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Dan Holdridge or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best, unbiased speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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A Survivor of September 11, 2001 at the United States Pentagon and a Corporate President/CEO

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Dan Holdridge Biography

You remember where you were on September 11, 2001, when our Nation’s worst terrorist attack occurred. When the Pentagon was attacked on 9/11, everyone 10 feet away on the other side of the wall next to Dan Holdridge was killed, while Dan survived.

Feeling handpicked by God to live, Dan has a personal mission to honor the 184 heroes who died that day at the Pentagon. His message of the Purpose Conduit™ challenges audiences to understand the value of life through gratitude, respect, appreciation of others and hope for a better world.

Most Requested Presentations

In the wake of 9/11, many individuals continue to live day-to-day, allowing their identity to be defined by the market, society and others without any personal reflection as to “Why am I here?” By allowing external forces and pressures to define us, we fail to find who we truly are. Sharing his experience as a 9/11 Pentagon survivor, Dan Holdridge shows how the Purpose Conduit™ draws on the incredible power of appreciation, aligning our personal identity between ourselves and those we serve, helping us manifest our purpose.

Finding the Moments to Take Others’ Breath Away

For 90 minutes after the terrorist attack on 9/11 on the Pentagon, Dan’s family did not know whether he survived. For those 90 minutes, they contemplated Dan with words not spoken, thoughts not shared, and actions not taken. Through this National tragedy, we all took time to reflect on the frailty of life and it’s affects on those important to us. In our families and our businesses, we frequently defer critical actions until tomorrow because we overestimate the time we have and the power of that time. Why wait for tomorrow!

In April 2001, Mr. Dan Holdridge was one of the youngest Program Directors at General Dynamics Corporation in Needham, Massachusetts. Dan oversaw computer engineering operations for General Dynamics and was sent to the United States Pentagon to support the construction of the newly renovated section of the Pentagon.

On September 11th, 2001, Dan’s life almost ended when he was injured in the terrorist attack on the Pentagon. Recovered physically, Dan dedicates his time speaking to people across the country about his experience that day, what helped him heal and how he became an even stronger person than ever before.

Today, Dan serves as President and Chief Executive Officer of Eagle Industries Incorporated where he oversees the entire operation of the electrical engineering and manufacturing corporation. This includes finance, human resources, project management, business development, customer communications, and continuing quality improvement programs. Since his arrival at the firm, Eagle Industries has posted a profit each year.

Dan graduated from the University of Connecticut in 1995, and earned the Master’s Degree of Executive Master of Science in Engineering Management from the University of New Haven. Dan served as a Trustee of the National 4-H Leadership Trust from April 2002 to 2004 and currently serves as Board Member and Vice Chairman of the New London County 4-H Foundation. He is a member of the Academy of Professional Speaking, part of the National Speaking Association.

Dan believes the way to end terrorism in our world is to understand differences between cultures and to respect them, eliminate feelings of entitlement, and honor the heroes that serve.

Dan is a Member of the National Speakers Association.

His book, Weapons of Mass Appreciation, is due for release in 2009.

About Dan Holdridge

Ninety Minutes of Distinction

You Don’t Have to Live Through a Terrorist Attack to Learn from One

Weapons of Mass Appreciation

FAQs on booking Dan Holdridge

  • How do I book Dan Holdridge to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Dan Holdridge for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Dan Holdridge, 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 speaking fee information and check availability for Dan Holdridge or any other speaker of your choice.
  • What are the speaker fees for Dan Holdridge

    Speaking fees for Dan Holdridge, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Dan Holdridge are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Dan Holdridge, click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Dan Holdridge speak about?

    Dan Holdridge is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Business, Inspirational, Military, Personal Growth, University Speakers, Virtual Speakers.
  • Where does Dan Holdridge travel from?

    Dan Holdridge generally travels from Rhode Island, USA, but can be booked for private corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. For more details, please contact an AAE Booking agent.
  • Who is Dan Holdridge’s agent?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully booked keynote speakers like Dan Holdridge for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker 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. Please click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Dan Holdridge for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Dan Holdridge or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best, unbiased speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.

Dan Holdridge is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics . The estimated speaking fee range to book Dan Holdridge for your event is $10,000 - $20,000. Dan Holdridge generally travels from RI, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Rob Waldo Waldman, Charlie Plumb, Larry Brudnicki, John "GUCCI" Foley and Dave Carey. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Dan Holdridge for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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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.

All American Entertainment (AAE) exclusively represents the interests of talent buyers, and does not claim to be the agency or management for any speaker or artist on this site. AAE is a talent booking agency for paid events only. We do not handle requests for donation of time or media requests for interviews, and cannot provide celebrity contact information.

If you are the talent and wish to request a profile update or removal from our online directory, please submit a profile request form.

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