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Keynote SpeakerFrank Dick

Former head coach of the GB Olympics team

As one of the country’s best and most consistently inspiring motivational speakers, Frank Dick is still riding high on the outstanding results from his position as High-Performance Director at SASCOC (South African Sports Confederation and Olympic Committee) where he was the consultant to South Africa’s top coaches and athletes at... Read more

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Popular Talks by Frank Dick

  • The Winning Difference
  • Team Talk
  • Coaching Matters
  • Leading Edge
  • Performing in Adversity

Biography

As one of the country’s best and most consistently inspiring motivational speakers, Frank Dick is still riding high on the outstanding results from his position as High-Performance Director at SASCOC (South African Sports Confederation and Olympic Committee) where he was the consultant to South Africa’s top coaches and athletes at the Rio Olympics and Paralympics. RSA achieved 10 medals with 2 Gold, 6 Silver & 2 bronze. Four of those medals were won in athletics, Franks area of expertise.

In 2016 Frank was invited by Eddie Jones to undertake a challenging position in the UK as strategic planning consultant the England Rugby Leadership Team in preparation for Rugby World Cup 2019 Japan.

Frank Dick is also President of the European Athletics Coaches Association, Member of the IAAF Coaches Commission, as well as Chair (and architect) of the IAAF Academy.

From 1979 to 1994 he was the British Athletics Federation’s Director of Coaching, where he was widely acknowledged as and remains one of the outstanding sports coaches and coach mentors in the world. In this position Frank led the British Athletics team into its “golden era” with Olympic gold medallists such as Daley Thompson, Steve Ovett and Sebastian Coe. Frank personally trained Daley Thompson and created training programmes for individuals such as Gerhard Berger, Katarina Witt, Boris Becker and Justin Rose.

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What clients say about Frank Dick

"He brought a professionalism to the management of the team that we had never had before or have had since." Seb Coe, Running My Life
Just a line of thanks for delivering such a splendid speech. You really did capture the spirit of what we are trying to do here at BMW Finance. BMW Finance (GB) Ltd
We have been running conferences all over the world and the feedback has shown Frank’s presentation to be the best many people have ever seen. American Express
It was essential that we communicated our message powerfully and without you, we would have been unable to do that. Your speech was very inspirational – a great way to close the conference. European Technical Director, Heinz

How to book Frank Dick as a keynote speaker

How do I book Frank Dick for a keynote speech?

You can book Frank Dick through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Frank's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.

What are Frank Dick's speaking fees?

Frank Dick's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for Frank tailored to your event.

What topics does Frank Dick speak about?

Frank Dick speaks on Facilitators & Moderators, Leadership & Motivation, Motivation, Performance, Teamwork. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Frank to align the content with your delegates and goals.

Is Frank Dick available for international events?

London Speaker Bureau can book Frank Dick for events worldwide, subject to Frank's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.

Does Frank Dick deliver virtual or online keynotes?

Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Frank Dick is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).

How long is a typical keynote by Frank Dick?

Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Frank can accommodate.

Can Frank Dick tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?

London Speaker Bureau will brief Frank Dick on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Frank can offer.

What languages does Frank Dick present in?

Frank Dick delivers keynotes in English. This profile may not list every language available; ask London Speaker Bureau to confirm. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.

What makes Frank Dick a strong fit as a keynote speaker?

Frank Dick's areas of expertise include Facilitators & Moderators, Leadership & Motivation, Motivation, Performance, Teamwork. To get a clear sense of Frank's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.

What kind of events can Frank Dick speak at?

Frank Dick can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Facilitators & Moderators, Leadership & Motivation, Motivation, Performance, Teamwork is relevant. Details of Frank's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.

Does Frank Dick offer workshops, panels or fireside chats in addition to keynotes?

Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Frank Dick is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.

How far in advance should we book Frank Dick?

We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Frank Dick, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Frank's current availability for your dates.