Jon Montgomery

Jon Montgomery

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Victoria, British Columbia

Olympic Gold Medalist Athlete | Host, The Amazing Race Canada | Peak Performance Expert

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  • Leadership
  • Peak Performance
  • Leadership Development
  • Employee Management
  • Employee Engagement
  • Personal Leadership
  • Leadership and Change
  • HR & Corporate Culture
  • Teamwork

Jon Montgomery Biography

Jon Montgomery’s life has been a whirlwind since his Olympic win in skeleton racing at the Vancouver Whistler Olympics in 2010. His big-time podium moment and his now-famous victory “beer-walk” through Whistler Village have paved the way for Montgomery to continue to find himself on Canadian TV. Today, as the host of The Amazing Race Canada, Jon travels across the country, and all over the world, filming and sharing insights with audiences of all strides on what makes Canada great and why the goals we set for ourselves are only as achievable as we believe they are.

Jon Montgomery’s professional journey is as dynamic as his Olympic triumphs. After captivating the world with his gold medal win, he seamlessly transitioned into a beloved television personality. As the host of The Amazing Race Canada, he brings a unique blend of excitement and authenticity to the screen, showcasing his charismatic ability to connect with viewers. His role as a host extends beyond television, as he embraces opportunities to engage with live and virtual audiences, auctioneering for charities, and delivering inspiring keynote speeches. Jon Montgomery’s storytelling prowess, chronicling his journey from the flatlands of the prairies to the Olympic podium, serves as a powerful reminder of the strength of the human spirit and the importance of celebrating successes along the way.

In terms of education, Jon Montgomery’s background is rooted in his deep understanding of sports and human performance. While specific academic details are not highlighted, his real-world experiences and achievements have equipped him with a wealth of knowledge that he shares with his audiences. His continuous pursuit of personal growth and development is evident in his dedication to perfecting his craft as a speaker and host. Jon’s commitment to lifelong learning and professional development ensures that his presentations are not only engaging but also insightful and relevant.

Jon’s skills and expertise extend beyond his athletic accomplishments and television career. His experience with event planning, coupled with his ability to design and deliver engaging presentations, makes him a sought-after speaker for various events. Jon’s expertise in inspiring others to achieve their goals, combined with his genuine passion for celebrating Canadian pride, resonates deeply with diverse audiences. His ability to connect with people on a personal level and his knack for infusing humor and authenticity into his presentations set him apart as a standout speaker and event professional.

Throughout his career, Jon Montgomery has received numerous accolades and awards, reflecting his impact as an athlete and public figure. His Olympic gold medal is a testament to his dedication and excellence in sports, while his continued success as a television host and inspirational speaker showcases his versatility and influence. Jon’s contributions to the speaking and events industry have not gone unnoticed, earning him recognition from industry organizations and heartfelt appreciation from clients and event attendees.

Beyond his professional achievements, Jon Montgomery is a proud Canadian who enjoys celebrating life’s moments. His personal interests and hobbies, which include auctioneering and connecting with communities, further illustrate his multifaceted personality. Jon’s journey from a young athlete in the prairies to an Olympic champion and celebrated television host is a story of perseverance, passion, and the joy of embracing every opportunity to inspire and uplift others

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Jon Montgomery talks The Amazing Race Canada season 8
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Interview with Host Jon Montgomery on the return of THE AMAZING RACE CANADA on CTV
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Media Interview

Corner Gas Official

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Jon Montgomery Interview | Corner Gas The Movie | Backer's Club
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Jon Montgomery - BeCause & Effect Podcast, Episode 27

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REAL MONEY TALK PODCAST with Jon Montgomery Olympian

Jon Montgomery Related Content

Articles & Magazine Feature

Jon Montgomery has come a long way since famous Olympic beer walk

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Has any athlete made more out of a single nonathletic moment than Jon Montgomery? Sure, his victory in skeleton at the 2010 Vancouver Games was thrilling, but Canada won 14 golds that year. It was his impromptu beer walk through the streets of the Whistler Olympic Village, broadcast coast-to-coast in prime time, that catapulted him into celebrity.
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Articles & Magazine Feature

Hit the road, Jon! This summer travel in Canada — Jon Montgomery style

Canadian Geographic

Jon Montgomery does it in a quintessentially Canadian style. With this season promising to be a summer of Canadian travel, there’s no one better to curate your summer road trip than Montgomery — and that’s just what he’s done with four classically Canadian RV itineraries.
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Articles & Magazine Feature

CBC Sports Oral Histories: The night Jon Montgomery shared a beer with Canada

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Jon Montgomery walks past the students of Olympic Heights School in Calgary after he was announced to the 2010 Winter Olympic skeleton team.
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HOW JON MONTGOMERY FEELS ABOUT NOT MAKING THE SOCHI OLYMPICS

Canadian Living

Jon Montgomery has had his fair share of disappointments in the past few weeks. When he failed to qualify for the Olympics (after training for four long years) we felt for him. But don't feel sorry for the gold-medal skeleton racer for too long.
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Jon Montgomery Topic Presentations

Dreaming Big: Living Bigger

  • Keynote Presentation
  • While Jon always wanted to be a Canadian National Team athlete, he didn’t know which sport it would be in! Keeping his eyes wide open, living outside his comfort zone, trying new things and accepting the challenges that presented themselves enabled him to find his passion and his opportunity to realize his dreams. Jon’s story will inspire others to go after what they’re looking for, no matter how daunting a task it may at first seem.

Innovation and Realism

Jon Montgomery’s Olympic Journey

Self-efficacy

Teamwork

Jon Montgomery Speaking Testimonials

I have to say that the feedback has been overwhelmingly positive for Jon! He was energetic, relevant, relatable, funny, and motivating. I’ve actually never had a paid speaker have such consistent feedback before; well done Jon! A few notable points of feedback from clients include one entrepreneur (in more of the startup phase) told me that his talk was exactly what they needed and gave them the motivation they needed to keep going. A few others talked about how they loved that he tied it back to the overall theme of the conference and gave them the push to just get started. We really appreciate that Jon also took feedback early on to tie back into the conference theme earlier in his...

National Meeting & Event Planner, PwC Canada

Jon Montgomery spoke at our annual Partners’ Conference, to an audience of our partners and their companions, and was extremely well received. The group found Jon to be inspiring, personable and entertaining, and they really enjoyed that he tells a great Canadian story. We would highly recommend Jon to other groups looking for a motivational and entertaining session (and definitely include the beer jug auction)!  

- National Director of Administration, Baker Tilly Canada

Jon Montgomery was LinkedIn Canada’s keynote speaker for a virtual industry event for 1,000+ of our key customers. Jon was phenomenal at inspiring this audience on how to build resiliency through self-efficacy, an important skill now more than ever. His captivating personality and vibrant storytelling abilities kept the audience incredibly engaged throughout – a difficult task in the virtual world. If you need a renowned speaker to inspire and bring the energy – Jon is your person!

- Enterprise Account Executive – Financial Services, LinkedIn

On behalf of CPABC, I would like to thank you for participating in our Fall Pacific Summit in Victoria as our opening keynote speaker. The feedback that we received from our delegates on your presentation were very positive! Your presentation was captivating, energizing, inspiring, and humorous…a perfect way to start off our two day Summit. Thank you again for contributing to the success of our event!

 - Events Manager, Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia (CPABC)

Jon Montgomery delivered a truly inspirational message at our national leader conference earlier this year. His message was right on the mark…inspiring leaders to take responsibility for challenging goals in the face of an uncertain path and really demonstrating how to take ownership for developing your full potential and that of your team. Jon is skilled at communicating his message in a way that resonates across a diverse audience with just the right blend of humour and candour.

- Vice-President Group Life & Disability Operations, Great-West Life

  Jon Montgomery gave a very good presentation, very informative, well organized and delivered. You could tell from his sincerity that he has not forgotten his local roots. He blended good information with humor. I thought he delivered a very inspirational speech.

- Chair Dept. of Graduate Studies & Field Research Faculty of Education, Brandon University

Jon Montgomery Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

Jon Montgomery Keynote Speaker delivers customized and tailored keynote presentations, workshops, and training sessions on a wide variety of topics. Each presentation is unique and are designed for a variety of audiences, industries, conferences, and event formats.

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