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HMFA

Audience:
200+
Location: Columbus, Ohio
Client: HMFA

Direct Sportslink secured former NBA #1 overall pick by the Cleveland Cavaliers and NASCAR team owner Brad Daugherty as the keynote speaker for HMFA's Ohio/Michigan Regional Conference in Columbus, Ohio.

Brad's participation was fantastic for the group as he talked about being coached and mentored by one of the greatest college basketball coaches even, Dean Smith. Brad shared those life's lessons, talks of teamwork, importance of culture, accountability and his background growing up in Black Mountain, North Carolina with the group.

To secure Brad Daugherty as a motivational speaker or any type of convention, conference or association appearance please contact a Direct Sportslink celebrity booking agent for more information on Brad's availability and fee.

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Direct Sportslink really helped us out of a jam. Our speaker for an awards banquet cancelled at the last minute. Our theme for the banquet was basketball so not only were we in need of a replacement but the sports speaker needed to be in the professional basketball field. Direct Sportslink saved us - not only did they come through with a well-known basketball player, but they gave us several options. Our employees couldn't stop raving about Muggsy Bogues. Direct Sportslink made it easy to do business at the last minute. Their professionalism and willingness to help us during a pinch is invaluable. We won't hesitate to do business with them again.

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