Linda Armstrong Kelly
Linda Armstrong Kelly

Linda Armstrong Kelly

Motivational Speaker and Mother of Cycling Champion, Lance Armstrong

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Speaking Topics

  • Motivation
  • Women's Issues
  • Cancer/Health Issues
  • Personal Development
  • Philanthropy
  • Work/Life Balance
  • Overcoming Adversity
  • Families/Parenting

Travels From

  • TX

Speaker's Fee Range

    $10,001 - $20,000

Linda Armstrong Kelly

Linda Armstrong Kelly's Key Accomplishments Include . . .
Linda Armstrong Kelly is a shining example of spectacular triumph against incredible odds. From high school dropout to mother of Lance Armstrong, seven-time Tour De France champion and cancer survivor, Linda Armstrong Kelly's story motivates people to achieve their own dreams, regardless of the obstacles they face.

Thank you for the amazing performance Linda gave to the Gala Grand Opening of our new Cancer Center! She has more energy & charisma than anyone we have ever met…Our audience was WOWED with her story and message…She hit a huge 'home run' for Firelands.

Firelands Regional Medical Center

Linda Armstrong Kelly's life is a lesson in self-determination and hope. In her book, No Mountain High Enough - Raising Lance, Raising Me, she shares her life experiences as a young, single mom raising her unstoppable baby boy.

Growing up in the Dallas projects and receiving a GED, Linda Armstrong Kelly's guiding principles enabled her to rise from an entry level temp job to her career goal as a global account manager with Ericsson Microelectronics. She spent 15 years demonstrating her strength, positive attitude, and survival skills.

A passionate activist and speaker, Linda Armstrong Kelly captivates audiences on the causes closest to her heart; battling adversity and overcoming odds much greater than the mountains Lance Armstrong lived to climb. At the core of her inspirational messages are the importance of dedication and hard work in accomplishing one's goals.

Linda Armstrong Kelly challenges parents and leaders, motivates teens and team members, and lights a fire under anyone who's ever dreamed of making a difference. Delivering dynamic messages about work-life balance and personal potential, this self-made Cinderella shares a captivating life story that sweeps audiences from the Dallas projects where she grew up to the streets of Paris where she watched her son, Lance Armstrong, astonish the world with seven consecutive Tour de France victories.

More About Linda Armstrong Kelly. . .
Linda Armstrong Kelly was the subject of a one-hour television biography on The Learning Channel (TLC) entitled, Raising A Champion: The Linda Armstrong Kelly Story. Recently, she received the "Outstanding Mother of the Year" award from the National Mother's Day Committee. Her television appearances include The Dr. Phil Show, CNN and ESPN. She's been featured in national magazines such as People, The New Yorker, USA Today, Ladies Home Journal and Texas Monthly, as well as many local newspaper, radio programs and television news shows.

Linda Armstrong Kelly is proud to be a member of the National Speakers Association(NSA). She also serves on the board of a non-profit hospital, is an active volunteer, and assists nonprofit organizations with fundraising.

With laughter, love, and a lot of class, Linda Armstrong Kelly speaks about parenting, possibility and life with Lance Armstrong; sharing the guiding principles that enabled her to forge a corner office career from an entry level temp job and blaze the trail for a true champion.
Suggested Keynote Programs
  • It's Not Where You Start but How You Finish!
  • Listen For the Lesson
  • No Mountain High Enough: My Life Story
  • It's Always A "No" Until You Ask
What People Are Saying

"Linda has the uncanny ability to take you on her sometimes very difficult journey as a single working mother of an active child such as Lance, and do it with grace and a positive attitude. The women andmen who attended the luncheon both connected to Ms. Armstrong Kelly. She inspired me to not give up and focus on enjoying the opportunities that change allows us to experience."

-Jackie Sexton, Director of Programs & Events,

"Our mission is to inspire, influence and champion powerful women through advocacy, mentoring, and networking. Your presentation and content was excellent and certainly honored our mission."

- Richardson, Texas Chamber of Commerce Women in Leadership Committee

"She (Linda) did an incredible job of promoting the message of cancer survivorship, how it impacted her life, and most importantly, how her life lessons can be transferred into action and applicable to the lives of those in the audience. Linda is proof that a positive attitude, perseverance, and never giving up can make a difference.I would recommend Linda to anyone looking for a dynamic, entertaining, and uplifting speaker."

Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults

"Linda spoke at a recent meeting of my top 100 North American managers. She spoke about the challenges she faced-and conquered-in her life. Ericsson's core values are professionalism, mutual respect and perseverance. Linda's story is based on the same qualities. I highly recommend Linda Armstrong Kelly as a speaker who can inspire an audience to be its very best".

Ericsson, Inc.

"Linda was a huge hit at Monday's Distinguished Author Series luncheon at the Club. She was funny, charming, personable and the members loved her. "

Park City Club

"As always, through your positive attitude and poignant storytelling ability, you touched the heart of each person present. Thank you for an energetic, uplifting presentation and for sharing your personal story with us."

Richardson Regional Medical Center

"Linda Armstrong Kelly touched everyone in the audience with the compelling story of her life. If you have ever faced adversity as a parent, executive or individual touched by disease, you will be truly inspired by her amazing story of resilience, determination and steadfast optimism."

The Burnham Institute

"Linda Armstrong Kelly captivated our audience! She is warm, genuine, motivating and funny and left us wanting more. As I gazed around the room watching our audience, I saw tears, laughter and expressions of appreciation, awe and acceptance."

Tulsa Media Alliance (American Women in Radio and Television)

"The caliber and scope of our program this year, led by our general session speakers was elevated to new heights. And we have you to thank! It's no surprise that Lance possesses great determination, strength and the will to succeed."

American Trails