Keynote SpeakerMagic Johnson

Magic Johnson is a keynote speaker represented by Rave Speakers, known for NBA Hall of Famer, Billionaire Businessman, Humanitarian. He delivers keynotes on Author, Business Growth, Business Leaders, Caregivers, Customer Service, DEI, Entrepreneur, Healthcare, High Energy, Longevity, Motivational, Philanthropy, Planning & Execution, Sports, Storytelling for corporate events, conferences, and association meetings. Magic Johnson's speaking fee is $200,000 and above. To book Magic Johnson, contact Rave Speakers at (310) 614-8653 or visit ravespeakers.com.

NBA Hall of Famer, Billionaire Businessman, Humanitarian

Rave Speakers represents keynote speaker and Business Thought Leader Magic Johnson on Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Motivation

Keynote SpeakerMagic Johnson

NBA Hall of Famer, Billionaire Businessman, Humanitarian

NBA Hall of Famer
Owner LA Dodgers, Los Angeles Football Club, Washington Commanders, LA Sparks
Billionaire Businessman in Multiple Sectors of Industry
Speaking Fee: $200,000 and above
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Magic Johnson Keynote Speaking

2025’s Keynote Speaker of The Year Magic Johnson is not just an NBA Hall of Famer; he’s also a business magnate whose entrepreneurial ventures have made him a billionaire. Johnson’s gift for articulating his multifaceted life experiences-both in the sports arena and the boardroom-has made him a sought-after keynote speaker at various events, including corporate gatherings, educational seminars, and leadership conferences.

Magic’s keynote speeches are compelling narratives that weave together his life story with important business and life lessons. From a young man in Lansing, Michigan with a dream to become a professional basketball player, to a rookie who led the Los Angeles Lakers to an NBA championship, to his stunning HIV diagnosis and his second career as a business tycoon, Magic has navigated an extraordinary range of successes and challenges. His speeches often focus on themes such as leadership, perseverance, and the importance of seizing opportunities, offering practical tips backed by real-world examples.

A magnetic presence both on and off the stage, Johnson possesses the unique ability to connect with a diverse range of audiences. He speaks not just as a former athlete or a businessperson, but as an individual who has faced life’s ups and downs head-on, making him one of the most inspiring and relatable keynote speakers of his generation.

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Magic Johnson - Evolve 2019

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Before the Speech
Magic arrives in your Green Room 30 minutes or so prior to taking the stage. There, your key executives will be on hand to meet Magic and basically hang with him to give him insight to your audience and the specifics of this meeting–but also to talk sports and more. Magic will sign balls and jerseys, and it’s a perfect place for your photographer to be onsite.

The Speech Itself
Magic’s not at the podium; he’s in your audience stopping during his keynote speech to shake hands with your attendees and take selfies. These are memorable moments from an awesome presenter. Magic tells stories about how he had mentors in business from a young age–and discusses the importance of having a high level, mastermind team. As a player, Magic reached out to wealthy business people who came to Laker games. One was Howard Schultz, and Magic tells a great story of how he persuaded Howard to let Magic become the ONLY outside franchisee of Starbucks they’ve ever had–because of Magic’s promise to bring Starbucks to the inner city.

Magic continues with stories of success and failure that your audience can relate to–and its not a Basketball talk by any means–Magic talks about the importance of treating customers the way you’d expect to be treated. He tells your audience how he is now the owner of the largest supplier of hamburger meat to Carl’s Jr. He talks about how he has taken his Magic Johnson Theaters to an amazing level of success, enabling him to develop major shopping centers today in areas of America that typical builders wouldn’t touch–and how he has major retailers behind his every move. Your group will be inspired, motivated and fired up from this awesome keynote speech and one-of-a-kind presenter.

After the Speech

He’ll use his Twitter account and 2.7 million followers to thank your key executives by name (with photos) for inviting him to speak.

Thank you for all you did in helping with booking Magic and on site with Mr. Johnson. It was so refreshing meeting you in person and having the service you provided. That was an invaluable experience for me and my team and I cannot thank you enough. Magic was amazing - there could not have been a better fit for our conference. Thank you again for everything you have done. I appreciate your partnership!

- Director, Meetings - Heartland Payment Systems

Books by Magic Johnson

Book cover: My Life by Magic Johnson

My Life

ISBN: 978-0449222546

Book cover: 32 Ways to Be a Champion in Business by Magic Johnson

32 Ways to Be a Champion in Business

ISBN: 978-0609608289

Frequently Asked Questions

Magic Johnson delivers keynotes on Business Growth, Business Leaders, Customer Service, DEI, Entrepreneur, High Energy, Motivational, Philanthropy, Planning & Execution, Sports, Storytelling. He is known for NBA Legend, Business Mogul, Philanthropist. Each presentation can be tailored to align with your event theme and audience goals.
To book Magic Johnson, contact Rave Speakers at (310) 614-8653 or submit a booking request through our website. Our team will discuss your event details, confirm availability, and handle all logistics including contracts, travel arrangements, and on-site coordination.
Yes, Magic Johnson is available for both in-person and virtual keynote presentations. Virtual sessions can be delivered as live interactive experiences or pre-recorded content. Contact Rave Speakers to discuss the best format for your event.
Magic Johnson is NBA Legend, Business Mogul, Philanthropist. He brings a unique combination of experience including 5x NBA Champion with the LA Lakers. Business leader with a portfolio worth over $1B. HIV/AIDS activist and philanthropist. Audiences consistently praise his ability to inspire, educate, and deliver practical insights that attendees can apply immediately.
Due to high demand, we recommend booking Magic Johnson at least 6-12 months in advance, particularly for large conferences or peak event seasons. Contact Rave Speakers at (310) 614-8653 as early as possible to confirm availability.
Meet-and-greet and photo opportunities may be available depending on schedule and event logistics. Contact Rave Speakers at (310) 614-8653 to discuss what can be arranged for your specific event.
Yes, Magic Johnson tailors each keynote to align with your event theme, audience demographics, and organizational goals. He works with event organizers ahead of time to ensure the content resonates with attendees and delivers actionable takeaways. Contact Rave Speakers at (310) 614-8653 to discuss how Magic Johnson can personalize his presentation for your event.
Magic Johnson's 1991 announcement that he was HIV-positive, made when an HIV diagnosis was widely considered a death sentence, became one of the defining moments of his life and a turning point in public understanding of the disease. He founded the Magic Johnson Foundation that same year, focused on awareness, prevention, and education in underserved urban communities, and he has now lived with HIV for more than three decades. In keynotes, Magic shares how that moment reframed his life from athlete to humanitarian and businessman, and how the discipline he learned from facing the diagnosis shaped his subsequent billion-dollar business empire.
Magic Johnson Enterprises, the investment conglomerate he founded in 1987 and now leads as Chairman and CEO, is valued at more than one billion dollars and includes stakes in Magic Johnson Theaters, a 125-store Starbucks franchise that he later sold, Simply Healthcare, the Los Angeles Dodgers ownership group, and others. In keynotes Magic walks audiences through how he leveraged his Lakers stardom into business credibility, why he focused on underserved urban markets that other investors ignored, and how he picks partners. His perspective combines five NBA championships with three decades of dealmaking. Contact Rave Speakers at (310) 614-8653 to book.

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Magic Johnson Keynote Speeches

Before the Speech
Magic arrives in your Green Room 30 minutes or so prior to taking the stage. There, your key executives will be on hand to meet Magic and basically hang with him to give him insight to your audience and the specifics of this meeting–but also to talk sports and more. Magic will sign balls and jerseys, and it’s a perfect place for your photographer to be onsite.

The Speech Itself
Magic’s not at the podium; he’s in your audience stopping during his keynote speech to shake hands with your attendees and take selfies. These are memorable moments from an awesome presenter. Magic tells stories about how he had mentors in business from a young age–and discusses the importance of having a high level, mastermind team. As a player, Magic reached out to wealthy business people who came to Laker games. One was Howard Schultz, and Magic tells a great story of how he persuaded Howard to let Magic become the ONLY outside franchisee of Starbucks they’ve ever had–because of Magic’s promise to bring Starbucks to the inner city.

Magic continues with stories of success and failure that your audience can relate to–and its not a Basketball talk by any means–Magic talks about the importance of treating customers the way you’d expect to be treated. He tells your audience how he is now the owner of the largest supplier of hamburger meat to Carl’s Jr. He talks about how he has taken his Magic Johnson Theaters to an amazing level of success, enabling him to develop major shopping centers today in areas of America that typical builders wouldn’t touch–and how he has major retailers behind his every move. Your group will be inspired, motivated and fired up from this awesome keynote speech and one-of-a-kind presenter.

After the Speech

He’ll use his Twitter account and 2.7 million followers to thank your key executives by name (with photos) for inviting him to speak.

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Heidi Pascale

Senior Director of Experiental Marketing and Training, ASSA ABLOY Door Security Solutions

Thank you for all you did with booking Magic Johnson and being on site with him. It was so refreshing meeting you in person and having the service you provided. That was an invaluable experience for me and my team and I cannot thank you enough. Magic was amazing – there could not have been a better fit for our conference. Honestly, Mr. Johnson and Mel Robbins complemented each other better than I could have ever dreamt. The two of them made our conference.

Randie Vasso

Project Analyst, Heartland Payment Systems

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