KEYNOTES AND WORKSHOPS TAILORED TO YOUR ORGANIZATION
Ryan provides a diverse range of compelling speaking experiences tailored to different audiences and occasions.
KEYNOTES
In his empowering and engaging keynote presentation Ryan will show you practical ways to use positive psychology to improve your mindset and performance. You’ll be challenged to look at your own perceived limitations and see how they are holding you back. More importantly, you’ll learn the secret to unlocking potential. Are you ready to question what’s possible?
WORKSHOPS
Multiply your team’s results by joining one of Ryan’s workshops for an interactive team building experience. You’ll dive deeper into embracing the duality between the little things and the big picture. Participants will leave actionable takeaways, a greater sense of unison and a new team rallying cry!
FAITH-BASED
Having discovered his own Jewish Identity as an adult, Ryan passionately shares his journey emphasizing the pursuit of personal passions and the powering building community. As a proud Jewish sports figure, Ryan is dedicated to spreading positivity encouragement. Attendees depart not just inspired to chase their dreams but empowered to embrace the strength of their communities.
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ABOUT RYAN LAVARNWAY
Retired Major League Baseball catcher and baseball Olympian, Ryan Lavarnway played for eight MLB teams over his 10-year career, winning a World Series with the Boston Red Sox in 2013. He is also a member of the Team Israel international baseball team where he has participated in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, the 2017 and 2023 World Baseball Classic tournaments, as well as the 2023 Baseball European Championship where served as Israel’s Captain.Prior to his professional baseball career, Ryan was the third-ever MLB draft pick out of Yale University where he had a breakout year in 2007, leading the NCAA in batting average and slugging percentage.
Since retiring from baseball, Ryan has served as a broadcaster, including as a television analyst for the Colorado Rockies and has also appeared as a motivational speaker at Harvard, Yale Law School, Kent State, various leadership summits and numerous Jewish community centers. He recently launched an inspirational podcast, “Finding the Way” and wrote a children’s book, “Baseball and Belonging.”Growing up in Woodland Hills, Calif., Ryan played baseball at El Camino Real High School and is an inductee of the Southern California Jewish Sports Hall of Fame. He currently resides in Denver with his wife, daughter and dog.
One thing we say all the time in our little family is, “keep chopping wood.” As in, no matter what happens, just keep working; keep chopping wood. Keep working. Keep trying to get better and be ready for the next opportunity.
– Ryan Lavarnway
SEE WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
Engaging, compelling, and charismatic, Ryan is Infectiously energetic. He encourages full participation from his audience, understanding that active engagement over passive listening is key to an enduring and impactful message. Versatile and concise, did the research necessary to tailor his message to our unique objectives, ensuring that the takeaways were both relevant and inspiring. Ryan translated his expertise into practical steps of application so the members of our team can attain their objectives, individually and collectively. Highly recommend him to any team and organization.
We recently had Ryan speak to our leadership team, sales
team, and selected guests. His talk "Why Not Me? Why Not
Now?" had all of us thinking "You're right! Why not ME? Why
not NOW?" Ryan is a gifted storyteller who was able to relay
his experiences as a MLB, World Baseball Classic, and
Olympic baseball player to the challenges we face in our
business. Imagine being fired from your dream job 26 times!
That's how many times Ryan was cut and sent back to the
minor leagues. Ryan tactfully compared his experiences in
the world of baseball to the challenges we face growing our
business in the "real world."
I wanted to send you a sincere thank you for your great
conversation our group. Everyone was truly engaged into
your conversation with them, and I believe that you have
inspired them to do their best and work hard in their craft to
become the best they can be in life. I have received many
texts and emails from this event, and they all loved your talk
and really were engaged in the topics. I appreciate your
patience with us running late overall you did a great job, and
we will be recommending you to other organizations for any
future speaking engagements that may arise.
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PODCAST
Listen to Ryan’s latest appearance on the Long Relief Podcast, where Ryan joins the show to talk his career in the bigs, the Red Sox, and playing for Team Israel.
BLOG
Read Ryan’s latest stories, from meeting The Rock, his favorite MLB player, baseball terminology, Olympic experience, laughter, and a whole lot more.
GALLERY
GET RYAN’S BOOK
Ryan is more than a baseball player. As a child Ryan Lavarnway’s confidence soared when he had a glove and ball in his hand. Off the field, he struggled to find where he belonged. When Team Israel called, Ryan was thrilled to play baseball for a new kind of team. Playing in the World Baseball Classic and Olympics with his teammates changed his life. Nothing would ever be the same. By embracing his Jewish identity, Ryan found where he belonged.
CAREER
Find out more about Ryan’s baseball career, accolades, and training.
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