Mikael Lindnord

In this inspirational talk, you will experience the incredible rollercoaster story of Mikael Lindnord and the street dog Arthur. It all started with an act of generosity. While at a changing area in an expedition race in Ecuador, Mikael gave a stray dog a few Swedish meatballs. This small gesture was the start of an incredible friendship as Arthur joined Mikael’s team on their epic endurance race. However, the journey didn’t end with the race but continued as Mikael brought Arthur back to Sweden and published an international bestselling book, which became the basis of the movie Arthur The King, starring Mark Wahlberg. In this multimedia talk, Mikael will share the moving story of Arthur. Audiences will laugh, cry, and come away from this inspirational story learning the importance of perseverance, the power of friendship, and why you should never give up on your dreams.

What does it take to become a winner? Talent, money, or just the belief that you can do it? Mikael Lindnord knows. He is a Hall of Fame Adventure Racer who has spent more than two decades expedition racing in the most extreme conditions around the world and has helped coach young athletes in hockey, ski jumping, cycle cross, and more to reach the national and professional levels in their sport. In this exciting talk, based on his experience as an athlete and performance coach, Mikael will share what it takes to win. Audiences will come away understanding that anyone can be trained to be a winner. You don’t need special talents. You just need to believe in yourself.

What are you willing to do to achieve your goals and dreams in life? It’s easy to pursue your dreams when there are few obstacles. However, what do you do when you have setbacks and challenges? Hall of Fame Adventure Racer Mikael Lindnord understands what it takes to achieve one’s goals. For years, he has coached young men and women to become professional athletes, and, personally, he has reached success as an adventure racer. In this motivational talk, Mikael will share the real meaning of “whatever it takes.” Audiences will come away understanding how to take the unplanned path, take chances that come their way, and seize opportunities that happen from taking a different path.