Dean Holdsworth is a former professional footballer who transforms his extensive experience as a striker and manager into practical leadership and teamwork insights for today's organizations.
As a key player in Wimbledon FC's 'Crazy Gang' and later with Bolton Wanderers, Dean scored 193 goals in 610 league appearances. After his playing career, he successfully transitioned into management, leading teams like Newport County and earning League Two Manager of the Month recognition.
Dean helps organizations navigate complex team dynamics by sharing real-world strategies developed during high-pressure sporting environments. His approach combines practical leadership techniques with performance psychology, enabling businesses to build resilient teams that maintain effectiveness during challenging periods and organizational change.
Audiences leave Dean's presentations with clear frameworks for improving team communication during stressful situations, practical methods for motivating diverse personality types, and actionable strategies for creating high-performance cultures where individuals thrive collectively.
Book Dean for your next event to transform ordinary teams into extraordinary performers through proven sports psychology principles.
How can I book Dean Holdsworth for my next event?
Email dean.holdsworth@getapeptalk.com, or call us on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience.
PepTalk are the official speaking agents for Dean Holdsworth available to book for corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity endorsements, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about Dean Holdsworth's speaking fees, availability, and booking process for private business functions, industry conferences, and team events. For media interviews, charity appearances, or personal matters, we recommend contacting Dean directly.
What topics does Dean Holdsworth specialise in?
Dean Holdsworth specialises in discussing football, leadership, teamwork and more.
What is Dean Holdsworth's speaking style like?
Dean captivates audiences with engaging stories and insights on teamwork and leadership. His talks blend humour and expertise, inspiring and motivating teams with actionable strategies for success.
Does Dean Holdsworth offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, Dean Holdsworth offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.