Troy McClain – Big Idea Speakers

Troy McClain was introduced to the world on Donald Trump’s hit TV Show “The Apprentice” where he was runner up on the show. ( He should have won!).

An international keynote speaker, he has collaborated with the top names in business, including Warren Buffet, and has toured with Tony Robbins, Mark Victor Hansen, and many other influential leaders, athletes and entertainers.

Troy has a few amazing keynote presentations: Whether it’s a talk to motivate and inspire your group with his rags to riches story, a business talk for entrepreneurs and sales groups – or even a talk for the special needs community, ( call us about this heart rending talk ), Troy is one speaker you don’t want to miss.

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Biography

Called a “Living Energy Drink” by the Idaho Press Tribune, the nation was introduced to Troy McClain on Donald Trump’s hit TV show The Apprentice. He was selected as a finalist from 250,000 applicants and rode his underdog status all the way to the final four. Troy focuses on growing people and businesses to great heights in his role as CEO of The McClain Companies. He has spearheaded a number of startup, turnaround and growth companies.

Troy’s philosophy is: The best way to get ahead is to give back. An international speaker, he has collaborated with the top names in business, including Warren Buffet, and has toured with Tony Robbins, Mark Victor Hansen, and many other influential leaders, athletes and entertainers. Troy has served and been honored by Idaho Governor C.L. “Butch” Otter, former U.S. Secretary of the Interior Dirk Kempthorne, the Kellogg Innovation Network, Special Olympics International and a long list of others.

Troy lives in Boise, Idaho, with Crystal, his wife of 11 years. He serves as the guardian of his special needs, adopted sister he affectionately calls “Kid Sis.” When not on business travel, Troy also fishes, hunts, practices Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and spends quality time with loved ones. His enthusiasm, experience and determination have enabled Troy to live “the American dream,” pulling himself and his family out of poverty through hard work and street smarts. Troy McClain works tirelessly to make that dream the reality for everyone whose life he touches.

Speech Topics

MOTIVATION / INSPIRATION:

Anti-bullying: Troy teams up with Country Music artist Matt Kennon to deliver a message that enables schools and individuals to help prevent the bullying epidemic in America.

Special Needs Community: Troy’s “kid sis” is profoundly deaf and developmentally delayed, so he knows firsthand the challenges families and organizations face when it comes to serving the needs of the Special Needs Community.

From Rags to Riches: Troy makes no bones about it, he grew up dirt poor. Learn how, through hard work and visionary focus, he pulled himself up by his boot straps.

Goal Setting: Rome wasn’t built in day. And to accomplish great things, we have to set manageable goals … and stick to them.

PERSPECTIVE / INSIGHT:

Looking “Beyond the Obvious”: Troy’s catch phrase is also the approach he takes into business and life.

Lessons from the Lyrics: Troy combines his speaking and presentations with music and lyric.

Personality Assessments: Troy has taken all the personality tests out there, and has taken what he likes from each to deliver a simple and effective assessment organizations can use daily.

How to Inspire Others: What makes you tick? What makes others tick? Troy helps you identify what will trigger the best out of anyone.

Emotional Intelligence: Do you know about the complement to IQ? Troy does. He also knows how to utilize both.

BUSINESS EXPERTISE:

Project Management: Troy was the first contestant on “The Apprentice” to step up as PM. Who better to talk about what it takes to lead well?

Negotiations: Everybody can win in negotiations, just make sure you don’t lose.

Social Media Management: Troy specializes in new media strategies and messaging. A low-cost, no-cost way to reach a wide audience.

Marketing, Communications & Business Management: Troy is CEO of The McClain Companies, a full-service marketing, communications and business management firm, focusing on startups, turnarounds and growth companies.