Cris Carter - Speaker

Pro football Hall of Famer and longtime broadcaster, Cris Carter, is widely regarded as one of the greatest wide receivers in NFL history. With a career that saw him finish as the NFL's second all-time leading receiver and second in touchdowns, Cris earned his place in the Pro Football Hall of Fame and the NFL's All-Decade Team of the 1990s. However, Cris' path to success was far from easy. Growing up in a low-income family in Ohio, Cris had always dreamed of becoming a professional athlete. His dream became a reality when the Philadelphia Eagles drafted him. Despite his success on the field, Cris privately battled addiction off the field. Almost three decades later, Cris shares his inspiring story with audiences worldwide. In addition to his broadcasting career as a studio analyst, Cris is also a dedicated philanthropist. He is the co-chair and founder of Carter Brothers Charities, which has been recognized for its work with inner-city youth. Cris also serves as a mentor in President Barack Obama's My Brother's Keeper Program. Known for inspiring any audience, Cris engages in honest and empowering conversations. He speaks about the challenges and triumphs of his storied career, his powerful recovery story, and how to use life's most challenging obstacles to emerge as a stronger and better version of oneself.