Tom Turcich
Live Without Limits: Discover a world where anything is possible and every goal is achievable.
An inspirational story of resilience, personal leadership and perseverance.
Prepare to be captivated by the extraordinary journey of Tom Turcich, a man who accomplished what only ten others have ever achieved - he walked around the world. Over seven years, Tom covered an astounding 28,000 miles across 38 countries beside his loyal canine companion, Savannah. Get ready for a keynote that ignites your potential, encourages you to go for your biggest dreams, and unlocks your boundless resilience.
Key Speech Themes:
Inspirational & Motivational, Resilience, Perseverance & Determination, Personal Leadership, Overcoming Adversity, Leadership, Teamwork
Ideal Audiences:
All Audiences, Schools, Associations, leadership, teams
Meet Tom
Tom Turcich, the tenth person to walk around the world and the first to do so with a dog, captured the world's imagination with his remarkable journey. After the death of a close friend, Tom resolved to make the most of life. The day before his twenty-sixth birthday, he stepped out his front door to begin an adventure spanning seven years, twenty-eight thousand miles and thirty-eight countries.
By traversing the globe on foot, Tom immersed himself in the diverse cultures and landscapes. From the bustling streets of Istanbul to the tranquil beauty of the Kyrgyz mountains, Tom embraced the challenges and triumphs of an extraordinary pilgrimage. But his expedition was not just a physical feat but a profound introspection. Each step was a testament to an unwavering commitment to self-discovery and a search for understanding.
Through encounters with strangers, weeks of solitude, and a sheer resilience of spirit, Tom emerged as a beacon of inspiration for countless individuals yearning to find purpose in their own lives. His tale serves as a reminder that fulfillment lies not solely in reaching a destination but in the transformative power of the journey itself.
Tom has been featured on CNN, BBC, Good Morning America, The Guardian, and countless other news outlets.
Topics & Descriptions
Signature Motivational & Inspirational Keynote:
Live Without Limits: Discover a world where anything is possible and every goal is achievable
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Live Without Limits is a powerful and transformative keynote that challenges you to break free from the limitations holding you back. In this inspiring keynote, you’ll learn how to overcome self-imposed fears, and past setbacks to unlock your fullest potential. Drawing from the extraordinary journey of Tom Turcich—who walked 28,000 miles across 38 countries over seven years with his loyal canine companion, Savannah—this keynote is a testament to resilience, personal leadership, and perseverance.
Tom’s incredible story of defying the odds and achieving what only ten others in history have accomplished will ignite your passion and inspire you to push past your own boundaries. You’ll discover how to set ambitious goals, embrace challenges, and take deliberate, meaningful steps toward making your wildest dreams a reality. With actionable insights and real-world examples, Tom’s journey will show you how to navigate life’s obstacles with courage and resilience, while teaching you the mindset required to live a life full of limitless possibilities.
This keynote is a call to action to dream bigger, act bolder, and achieve the extraordinary—knowing that the only true limits are the ones you place on yourself. Get ready to step into a world where anything is possible, and every goal is within reach.
Key Takeaways:
Breaking Through Personal Boundaries: Learn how to identify and overcome the self-imposed fears and societal pressures that limit your potential.
Resilience in the Face of Adversity: Discover how perseverance and leadership can carry you through life’s toughest challenges.
Setting Bold, Ambitious Goals: Gain insights on how to dream bigger and set goals that inspire and challenge you.
Unlocking Your Full Potential: Understand the importance of mindset and intentional action in achieving your greatest goals.
Leadership Keynote:
Leadership Without Limits: Discover a world where anything is possible and every goal is achievable
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Live Without Limits is a powerful and transformative keynote designed for leaders who are looking to break free from the constraints holding them back and inspire their teams to do the same. In this inspiring keynote, you will gain the tools to overcome self-imposed fears and past setbacks to unlock your fullest potential. Drawing from the extraordinary journey of Tom Turcich—who walked 28,000 miles across 38 countries over seven years with his loyal canine companion, Savannah—this keynote is a testament to the resilience, personal leadership, and perseverance needed to lead with courage and vision.
Tom’s incredible story of defying the odds and accomplishing what only ten others in history have achieved will ignite your leadership potential and inspire you to push past your own boundaries. But it doesn't stop there—this keynote will also empower you to bring that same mindset to your team, fostering a culture of limitless possibilities. You’ll discover how to set ambitious goals, embrace challenges, and take deliberate, meaningful steps toward achieving extraordinary results. By recognizing that obstacles are not roadblocks but rather stepping stones, you'll learn how embracing challenges sparks creativity, fosters innovation, and leads to new, transformative solutions.
With actionable insights and real-world examples, Tom’s journey will teach you how to navigate obstacles with resilience, while demonstrating how to cultivate that same resilience and drive within your team. As a leader, you will not only learn to achieve your wildest dreams but also motivate your team to reach their full potential, overcoming obstacles together, and pushing past boundaries in innovative and creative ways. This keynote is a call to action for leaders to dream bigger, act bolder, and achieve greatness—knowing that the only true limits are the ones they place on themselves. Step into a world where anything is possible, where you and your team can achieve the extraordinary, and where your leadership inspires others to do the same.
Key Takeaways:
Breaking Through Personal Boundaries: Learn how to identify and overcome the self-imposed fears and societal pressures that limit your leadership potential, and how to instill this mindset in your team.
Resilience in the Face of Adversity: Discover how to lead with perseverance, and equip your team with the tools to navigate challenges with strength and vision.
Setting Bold, Ambitious Goals: Gain insights on how to set visionary goals for both yourself and your team that inspire and challenge everyone to reach their highest potential.
Unlocking Your Full Leadership Potential: Understand the importance of mindset, intentional action, and authenticity in achieving your leadership goals—and how to inspire your team to adopt this same approach.
Turning Setbacks into Success: Learn how to embrace obstacles as opportunities for growth and use them to fuel creativity, innovation, and problem-solving within your team.
Living Limitlessly: Cultivate a leadership style that empowers your team to embrace a life without boundaries, where anything is possible, and together you can achieve the extraordinary.
Keynote for Teams:
Live Without Limits: Achieve the extraordinary—together
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Live Without Limits is a dynamic and transformative keynote designed to help teams break free from the constraints holding them back and unlock their collective potential. In this inspiring talk, your team will learn how to overcome self-imposed fears, societal expectations, and past setbacks to achieve shared, bold goals. Drawing from the extraordinary journey of Tom Turcich—who walked 28,000 miles across 38 countries over seven years with his loyal canine companion, Savannah—this keynote demonstrates the power of resilience, leadership, and teamwork.
Tom’s incredible story of defying the odds and achieving what only ten others in history have accomplished will ignite your team’s passion and inspire each member to push past their own boundaries. This keynote is not just about personal growth—it’s about building a culture of collective empowerment, where every team member can contribute to the success of the group. By learning how to embrace challenges and setbacks as opportunities for growth, your team will uncover the creativity and innovation needed to overcome obstacles and drive results.
This talk will also demonstrate how obstacles, when faced with resilience and teamwork, actually force creativity and foster innovative thinking. You’ll discover how to turn challenges into stepping stones, using them to fuel progress and collaboration. Through actionable insights and real-world examples, Tom will show how your team can take deliberate, meaningful steps toward achieving the extraordinary, breaking through boundaries together, and setting and reaching goals that seemed impossible.
Live Without Limits will inspire your team to dream bigger, act bolder, and achieve goals that go beyond what they ever thought was possible. It’s a call to embrace a world where anything is possible, where every goal is achievable, and where the power of teamwork leads to limitless success.
Key Takeaways:
Breaking Through Team Boundaries: Learn how to identify and overcome the fears and constraints that limit your team’s potential and create a mindset of growth and possibility.
Building Resilience as a Team: Discover how to foster perseverance and grit within your team, ensuring that everyone remains focused and determined when facing challenges.
Setting Bold, Shared Goals: Gain insights into how to set ambitious, visionary goals that inspire the whole team and challenge everyone to give their best.
Unlocking Collective Potential: Understand the power of collaboration, how to harness the strengths of each team member, and create a culture where everyone thrives.
Turning Setbacks into Team Success: Learn how to embrace obstacles as opportunities for growth, sparking creativity and innovation to propel your team forward.
Achieving Limitless Results Together: Cultivate a team dynamic where every member is empowered to dream bigger, act bolder, and contribute to achieving extraordinary goals as a unified force.
This keynote will guide your team in overcoming challenges, embracing innovative solutions, and achieving their biggest goals together. Prepare to step into a world where your team’s potential knows no boundaries and the extraordinary is within reach.
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Full Bio
Tom Turcich, the tenth person to walk around the world and the first to do so with a dog, captured the world's imagination with his remarkable journey. After the death of a close friend, Tom resolved to make the most of life. The day before his twenty-sixth birthday, he stepped out his front door to begin an adventure spanning seven years, twenty-eight thousand miles and thirty-eight countries.
By traversing the globe on foot, Tom immersed himself in the diverse cultures and landscapes. From the bustling streets of Istanbul to the tranquil beauty of the Kyrgyz mountains, Tom embraced the challenges and triumphs of an extraordinary pilgrimage. But his expedition was not just a physical feat but a profound introspection. Each step was a testament to an unwavering commitment to self-discovery and a search for understanding.
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Through encounters with strangers, weeks of solitude, and a sheer resilience of spirit, Tom emerged as a beacon of inspiration for countless individuals yearning to find purpose in their own lives. His tale serves as a reminder that fulfillment lies not solely in reaching a destination but in the transformative power of the journey itself.
Tom has been featured on CNN, BBC, Good Morning America, The Guardian, and countless other news outlets.
Testimonials
“We had Tom speak at our APWA – Southern Nevada Branch. He was a pleasure to work with, was professional and easy going which was appreciated with the last-minute changes that happened on our end.
Tom spoke with confidence and his presentation was not forced – the messages of embracing inconveniences, constraints, and achieving your life goals came across naturally and were memorable with the stories that he shared. He did an excellent job tying our public works theme into his presentation with facts about the greenspace concept used in Barcelona, and Costa Rica with their clean water initiatives. Our attendees are a tough crowd to keep engaged and Tom kept them captivated during his luncheon presentation with his stories, photos of his travels, and of Savannah. A handful of people stayed after the luncheon to talk to Tom one on one. It was cool to see! One attendee also recognized Tom from his children's book and wished he had brought it for an autograph 😊.”
Suzy Young, Centurion Consultants | IQC Southwest
“Tom Turcich's keynote presentation at our company Sales Kick-off event was nothing short of transformative. With his engaging storytelling and profound insights, Tom delivered a message that resonated deeply with our sales team, leaving us inspired and empowered. Tom's journey of resilience and perseverance, as he traversed the globe on foot for over 7 years, served as a powerful metaphor for the challenges we face in our professional lives. His ability to overcome adversity and maintain unwavering determination struck a chord with each member of our team.
What set Tom apart as a speaker was not just his incredible journey but also his ability to distill key lessons and actionable strategies for building grit and resilience in challenging times. He shared practical tips and techniques that our sales team could immediately apply to their lives and careers.
I cannot recommend Tom Turcich enough as a keynote speaker for any event or organization seeking to inspire and motivate its audience. His message of grit and resilience is timeless and universal, and his delivery is captivating and impactful. Thank you, Tom, for an unforgettable experience that will continue to resonate with our team for years to come.
Taylor Vincent, Sales Enablement, Handshake
“Tom’s talk goes beyond his epic journey, leaving the audience enlightened with fresh perspectives and equipped with frameworks to put them into practice!"
Scott Rodgers, Creative Director, Amazon Brand Innovation Lab
“Tom Turcich touched the lives of all students who were at the EOF Diversity and Leadership Retreat. He shared his story with such passion and enthusiasm that radiated the room as he was speaking. The favorite part from his presentation was how he was completely transparent about his journey and showed when he was the most vulnerable as he was achieving his goal to travel around the world by foot. Students were able to take that life have many ups and downs and that achieving goals can take time, but if you are resilient and passionate about achieving whatever it is they want out of life, they can do it! From Tom’s words, many students started to think about their own life plans and the steps they will need to take in order to achieve them. Whether that can be immediate or steps that require years of knowledge, experience and grit, they know they can achieve anything as Tom was able to achieve his. I believe that Tom is a great presenter and can tailor any discussion of his story to anyone! He takes the time to really get to know the students and what they have gone through in their lives to get to where they are today. His story and journey can be translated to anyone who is in the room listening and I believe his words had a lasting impact on the EOF students present for the Diversity and Leadership Retreat at Salem Community College.”
Katelyn Good, Assistant Director EOF, Salem Community College
“Tom's presentation was a delightful mixture of candid experience and philosophical insight that inspired me and our 200+ guests to take stock of our lives. While he is newer to the public speaking realm, he gave his presentation like a seasoned professional. We heard a multitude of compliments from our guests, and we hope that we can bring Tom back once he's a published author. Tom was a delight to work with from the very first phone call.”
Gina Grove, Development Coordinator, Anne Arundel County Public Library