Molly Bloom

Molly Bloom

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Denver, USA

Author | Storyteller | Memoir Writing | Narrative Crafting | Public Speaking Specialist

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MOLLY BLOOM BIOGRAPHY

Molly Bloom is an inspirational keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and bestselling author of “Molly’s Game” (2014). She is best known for her memoir, which was adapted into an award-winning film by Aaron Sorkin. Bloom’s story chronicles her transformation from a college student and LA waitress into the architect of the largest and most notorious private poker game in the world. Her exclusive games attracted hundreds of millions of dollars and high-profile players such as Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire, A-Rod, and Ben Affleck.

Bloom’s professional journey began in the world of athletics as a world-class skier. Despite being diagnosed with severe scoliosis at a young age, which required surgery that threatened to end her skiing career, she made a remarkable recovery and returned to the slopes. She later joined the U.S. Ski Team and by age 21, was ranked No. 3 in North America in moguls. However, her Olympic aspirations were cut short when she left the team to explore new opportunities, leading her to what was intended to be a one-year sabbatical in Los Angeles.

While finishing her degree in Political Science from the University of Colorado – Boulder, Bloom’s life took an unexpected turn. As she was preparing to apply to top-tier law schools, an assistant job in LA propelled her into the high-stakes world of underground poker. She became an accidental entrepreneur, running one of the most exclusive poker games globally, and generated as much as $4 million per year. This pivotal experience became the foundation for her compelling memoir and subsequent film adaptation.

The cinematic rendition of “Molly’s Game,” written and directed by Aaron Sorkin, features an impressive cast including Jessica Chastain, Idris Elba, Kevin Costner, Michael Cera, Brian d’Arcy James, and Chris O’Dowd. Bloom’s captivating story has earned her widespread media attention, with appearances on shows like Ellen and Vice, and coverage in The Los Angeles Times, NPR, and Vulture. She has delivered speeches at prestigious events, including Fortune’s Most Powerful Women summit and for companies like Blackrock Financial and SiriusXM Radio. In 2018, she was honored to give the commencement speech at Colorado State University.

Molly Bloom’s expertise extends beyond her entrepreneurial ventures into motivational speaking, where she shares insights on resilience, reinvention, and leadership. Her experiences have equipped her with unique skills in event planning, risk management, and public speaking. Recognized for her ability to design and deliver engaging presentations, Bloom continues to inspire audiences worldwide with her extraordinary journey and insightful perspectives on overcoming adversity.

In addition to her professional achievements, Bloom is passionate about personal growth and empowerment. Her hobbies include skiing, yoga, and spending time with family and friends. Bloom’s story is not only a testament to her tenacity and resilience but also a source of inspiration for those facing their own challenges, proving that with determination and courage, one can turn even the most daunting obstacles into opportunities for success.

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Molly Bloom talks about the celebrities at her poker game & choosing not to work with the FBI
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Simon Sinek in conversation with Molly Bloom
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Playing the Cards You’re Dealt with Molly Bloom
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More Than Just a Game with Molly Bloom, Entrepreneur and Author of Molly’s Game

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The Diary Of A CEO

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"He Put A Gun In My Mouth, Then Beat Me Up!" - Molly Bloom (Molly's Game)

Molly Bloom Related Content

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Molly's Game: From Hollywood's Elite to Wall Street's Billionaire Boys Club, My High-Stakes Adventure in the World of Underground Poker
Molly's Game: From Hollywood's Elite to Wall Street's Billionaire Boys Club, My High-Stakes Adventure in the World of Underground Poker
Molly Bloom reveals how she built one of the most exclusive, high-stakes underground poker games in the world—an insider’s story of excess and danger, glamour and greed.

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Molly's Game: From Hollywood’s Elite, to Wall Street’s Billionaire Boys Club, My High-Stakes Adventure in the World of Underground Poker
Molly's Game: From Hollywood’s Elite, to Wall Street’s Billionaire Boys Club, My High-Stakes Adventure in the World of Underground Poker
Molly Bloom reveals how she built one of the most exclusive, high-stakes underground poker games in the world - an insider's story of excess and danger, glamour and greed. In the late 2000s, Molly Bloom, a twenty something petite brunette from Loveland Colorado, ran the highest stakes, most...

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Molly's Game: The True Story of the 26-Year-Old Woman Behind the Most Exclusive, High-Stakes Underground Poker Game in the World
Molly's Game: The True Story of the 26-Year-Old Woman Behind the Most Exclusive, High-Stakes Underground Poker Game in the World
Molly Bloom reveals how she built one of the most exclusive, high-stakes underground poker games in the world—an insider’s story of excess and danger, glamour and greed. In the late 2000s, Molly Bloom, a twentysomething petite brunette from Loveland Colorado, ran the highest stakes, most...

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THE RISE, FALL, AND REDEMPTION OF MOLLY BLOOM: From Olympic Aspirations to Hollywood's Poker Princess, and Her Resilient Path Towards Entrepreneurial Triumph (BIOGRAPHY READERS COLLECTION)
THE RISE, FALL, AND REDEMPTION OF MOLLY BLOOM: From Olympic Aspirations to Hollywood's Poker Princess, and Her Resilient Path Towards Entrepreneurial Triumph (BIOGRAPHY READERS COLLECTION)
From her humble beginnings in Loveland, Colorado, to the glitz and glamour of Hollywood's underground poker scene, Molly Bloom's story is one of triumph over adversity, of perseverance in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds.As an Olympic hopeful, Molly's dreams were shattered by a devastating...

Articles & Magazine Feature

Molly Bloom fictional character

Britannica

Molly Bloom, one of the three central characters in the novel Ulysses (1922) by James Joyce. The novel is constructed as a modern parallel to Homer’s Odyssey, and its central characters are crafted as counterparts to the characters of that ancient Greek epic.
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Molly Bloom on How Molly’s Game Got Her Out of the Poker Life

VULTURE

As soon I started speaking to Molly Bloom over the phone, I had to check my ears — that wasn’t actually Jessica Chastain, doing interviews in character, was it? The breathy, measured tone that Chastain adopts as the infamous “poker princess” in Aaron Sorkin’s Molly’s Game was all there on the other end of the line, but as we spoke, it was clear that Bloom herself was under a hell of a lot less stress than the bandage-dress-clad screen incarnation.
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A conversation with Molly Bloom, author of Molly’s Game Published: Feb. 23, 2023

University of Colorado Boulder

Molly's Game is based on my memoir, and it chronicles my early adulthood as a competitive mogul skier. I had already had to overcome some pretty extraordinary circumstances where I had spinal reconstructive surgery. At that time I was told I couldn't compete in moguls ever again, but I ended up making the National Development Group, where I was ranked third overall in North America and made it to an Olympic qualifying event.
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In conversation with Molly Bloom

The OXFORD STUDENT

To talk with Molly Bloom is to talk with someone who was once a near-Olympic skier, suffered a traumatic, career-ending injury, moved alone to LA to have a break before starting law school, became a poker game runner featuring some the world’s most sought-after male celebrities, had that game collapse, moved to New York, started a new game, have it shut down by the FBI, and later be indicted in a money-laundering scheme.
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Molly Bloom Topic Presentations

Molly's Game: the True Story of the Woman Behind the Most Exclusive, High-stakes Underground Poker Game in the World

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  • What’s it like to run an exclusive poker game for the rich and famous? Molly Bloom went from Olympic-level skier who didn’t know a thing about poker or Hollywood to building and operating the largest and most notorious private poker game in the world. In this motivational talk, Bloom will show the sales and marketing skills she used to attract hundreds of millions of dollars to the game and spark the interest of players like Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire, A-Rod, and Ben Affleck. Audiences will get the inside story not shown in the film as Bloom shares true-life tales of her experience.

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Molly Bloom Speaking Testimonials

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Molly Bloom Denver, USA, Canada

Molly Bloom 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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