HOW SHARKY
ARE YOU?

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Most people drift.
through life.
Sharks don’t.
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“Our annual dealer meeting is very important to us with 600 in attendance.  Nobody knew who Walter was before he began.  Well, they know now!  Walter connected with our audience and rocked it!  They all loved him and you will too!”
– Larry Janesky
We have had Walter Bond speak at a few of our events and every time our people absolutely love him.  For us, it is not will we use Walter Bond-it is when and where can we get him in the line- up.  He is one of the best in the business, hands down.
– Terry Nicholson
“It was great getting to know you. You did a great job! I took three pages of notes, so thank you for that. Sorry I had to leave but I needed to catch my flight. I look forward to our future events Great Job and Thanks”
– Michael
“Our annual dealer meeting is very important to us with 600 in attendance. Nobody knew who Walter was before he began. Well, they know now!  Walter connected with our audience and rocked it! They all loved him and you will too!”
– Basement Systems Inc.
“You were fantastic at COUNTRY Financial’s Sales Congress. Your messages and delivery are excellent. You are a pro at what you do and an inspiration to others.”
– D. Frautschi
I wanted to thank you again for the presentation you gave to Wachovia yesterday.  I am still getting compliments on how much the advisors enjoyed your session.  I will keep you in mind for future meetings.
– T. Fraser

SPEAKING Topics

All keynotes and seminars are customized to meet the goals and objectives of each client.

No One Can Stop You but You

Unlocking the Peak Performer in you.
This is Walter Bond’s award-winning journey story—the one that launched his Hall of Fame speaking career and continues to electrify audiences across the globe.
In this unforgettable experience, Walter shares the powerful moment of self-discovery that changed his life: he realized he was in his own way. His transformation didn’t just inspire millions—it has created a proven path forward.
With his trademark energy, humor, and authenticity, Walter doesn’t just deliver a keynote—he puts on a show and will give your soul a hug. He’ll have your audience laughing, reflecting, and leaning in as he reveals the Peak Performers Code—seven game-changing priorities that fuel elite performance.
This keynote is more than inspiring—it’s empowering. Walter equips your attendees with a mindset and methodology they can apply immediately to lead stronger, perform better, and take full ownership of their success.
Perfect for:
  • Tired of mediocre execution and ready to raise the bar
  • Building a culture that demands ownership, grit, and results
  • Leading individuals who are hungry to unlock their full potential

The Shark Mindset™

How to Move with Relentless Focus, Confidence, and Forward Momentum
This isn’t just a keynote—it’s a movement.
Born from Walter Bond’s viral Youtube video with close to 5 million views and bestselling book Swim!, The Shark Mindset has become a global call to action for professionals ready to break limits, shatter excuses, and move like champions.
We all know this truth: your mindset determines your trajectory.
It drives your decisions, your discipline, your confidence, and your results. And if we want more—more impact, more growth, more success—we must upgrade the way we think. Our mindsets regulates our lives.
That’s where the Shark Mindset comes in.
In Walter’s most in-demand keynote—delivered with Hall of Fame energy, storytelling, and commanding presence—your audience will learn how to strengthen their mindset to elite levels. The Shark Mindset is more than motivation—it’s a system for sustained performance built on mental toughness, emotional clarity, and daily momentum.
This keynote is more than inspiring—it’s transformational. Walter doesn’t just fire people up—he equips them to change.
Perfect for:
  • Sales teams, entrepreneurs, and high performers hungry for the next level
  • Leaders building resilient, winning cultures
  • Organizations ready for a mindset shift that drives execution and results

Accelerate

The Champion’s Playbook to Fast-Track Business Success
Too many business owners are stuck—grinding hard but getting nowhere.
The dream was freedom and growth.
The reality? Stress, confusion, and chaos.
The problem isn’t hustle—but something is missing.
Success isn’t a secret. It’s a system.
That’s where Accelerate comes in.
In this high-impact keynote, Walter Bond shares the exact championship framework that he and his business partner and wife created to help 1,000’s of small business owners build momentum and scale with confidence.
This is how you go from spinning wheels to winning games. This power couple champions small business owners to win big.
Perfect for:
  • Trade Associations or business networking groups
  • Franchise Systems and franchisees in growth mode
  • Entrepreneurs ready for a breakthrough
  • Small business audiences needing strategy and substance
  • Membership groups wanting real tools for real momentum

From Boss to Coach

How Great Leaders Build Winning Teams
Most companies don’t have a people problem—they have a leadership problem.
Bosses give orders but coaches build people. And if your culture feels stuck, there is only one way to fix it.
This powerful keynote helps leaders at all levels understand the fundamentals of great leadership. You can trade micromanagement for mentorship—and create the kind of culture that keeps top talent, drives performance, and builds something that lasts.
Walter Bond reveals the 5 C’s of Coaching Leadership—a framework designed to help leaders.
Perfect for:
  • Management Conferences
  • Leadership Trainings
  • Organizations ready to improve retention and team results
If you want to win big—you must build a coaching culture.

Cultivate

The 6 Non-Negotiables of a Winning Team
Every organization wants a winning team—but few know how to build one. In this powerful keynote based on Walter Bond’s latest book Cultivate, your audience will discover the six non-negotiable traits that championship teams share across industries, generations, and levels of experience.
Drawing from his journey as an NBA athlete and business performance coach, Walter shows leaders, managers, and teams how to create a winning culture that lasts. This isn’t just a motivational talk—it’s a playbook for transformation.
Your team will walk away energized, aligned, and equipped to show up, work together, and win consistently—no matter the challenges ahead.
This message is perfect for:
  • Organizations serious about developing leaders and high-performing teams
  • Sales-driven companies aiming to elevate results through team cohesion
Businesses ready to cultivate a resilient, accountable, and winning culture

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WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING

It was a fantastic engagement and Team One appreciated Mr Walter Bond sharing his story and offering Actionable Inspiration
– Medgar Williams

Strategic Business Leader Divisional VP Abbvie!

Walter performed a high energy and highly entertaining presentation on accountability that was very applicable to banking.  His delivery demanded the full attention of everyone in the room and his message is equally memorable.
– Kurt R. Bauer

President/CEO Wisconsin Bankers Association

We have welcomed talented keynote speakers to The Dwyer Group Annual Reunion for more than three decades.  But Walter Bond was our first-ever back to back repeat performance. Earning the highest ratings from our associates, franchisees, master licensees and all in attendance from across the country and around the world, Walter is so good at motivating that we all wanted a second helping!
– Dina Dwyer

CEO The Dwyer Group

Walter’s message was fantastic- I think what leads him to credibility was amazing, our people knew it wasn’t someone up there just talking about franchising.  It was someone that actually knew what it was like to run a franchise.   Our people loved him!
– Bruce Reed

Founder Bruster’s Ice Cream

Walter did an absolutely phenomenal job at our annual conference, he connected with our franchisees because at one point he was a franchisee.   He understands the trials and tribulations of running a franchise.  Walter great job!
– Jim Sahene

President & CEO Bruster’s Ice Cream

Walter Bond is energetic and speaks directly to the heart of each individual. Sprinkled with humor and stories, his message comes through clear and it sticks. His presentations, audios and DVDs remain key mojo builders that our sales team uses again and again.
– Evergreen Basement Systems

What is The Shark Mindset™?

The Shark Mindset™ teaches six powerful principles (The Sacred Six) that help people perform at a higher level in business and in life:

Sharks never stop moving forward

Sharks never look down; they always look up

Sharks are always curious and always learning

Sharks are flexible and adapt to change

Sharks always elevate others

Sharks respect their environment and recognize other sharks

Walter brings this to life in a way that sticks — long after your event is over.

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SPEAKER BIO

WALTER BOND, a former NBA player turned nationally recognized speaker, commands any stage with his 6’5″ presence and powerful message. His latest book, Swim!, has become a favorite among business professionals and students for its insights on leadership and success.
Known for his blend of humor, tough love, and practical wisdom, Walter inspires leaders across industries to reach their full potential. Alongside his wife and business partner, Antoinette, Walter coaches and mentors individuals toward next-level
achievement.
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