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Simon Keith - The First Athlete in the World to Play a Professional Sport After Undergoing a Heart Transplant

Simon Keith

Profile updated June 23, 2026
LocationTravels from Las Vegas, NV, USA
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"Recently, we selected Simon Keith to speak at our Anytime Fitness Annual Conference. Our audience is franchise owners and managers in our health clubs from all over the world. Simon’s message on moments of truth absolutely motivated and inspired our group, who is in the business of motivation and inspiration! Simon shares what he has learned through his personal journey of being a heart transplant recipient who actually made his way back to a career as a professional athlete. His delivery style was so genuine yet impactful. His message is clear, concise and exactly what people need to hear. His book is also a great take away for attendees. We look forward to continuing our relationship with Simon and would absolutely recommend him as a speaker for future events. If you want your audience to be fully present, think about what they can do better as well as get a full dose of surprise, energy and enthusiasm, Simon Keith is your guy!"

Libby Crooker, VP of Strategic Initiatives, Anytime Fitness, LLC.

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Moments of Truth

The moments that define us are rarely planned.

In this keynote, Simon Keith shares the lessons he learned facing mortality, rebuilding identity, and returning to elite performance after a heart transplant. Audiences learn how preparation, belief, and leadership determine how people respond when everything is on the line.

Audience Takeaways:

  • How leaders build confidence before difficult moments arrive
  • Why pressure reveals preparation
  • The mindset required to navigate uncertainty and adversity
  • How teams create trust during high-stakes situations
  • Turning setbacks into defining growth moments

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Media coverage

Children's heart disease no longer a death sentence - British ...

Speaking to teens that have been diagnosed with heart disease at a conference at B.C. Children's Hospital in Vancouver on Saturday, Simon Keith says those ...

Books by Simon Keith

Heart For The Game: The Incredible Saga of Simon Keith - Book by Simon Keith

Heart For The Game: The Incredible Saga of Simon Keith” (2012)

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