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CHRIS PRONGER

Chris Pronger is considered one of the greatest defensemen to ever play in the

NHL. Over his 18-year Hall of Fame career, Pronger established himself as a

dominant force known for his physical play, elite defensive skills, and scoring

prowess from the blue line. He is the winner of the James Norris Trophy and the

Hart Trophy as league MVP both in 2000. In 2007, he led the Anaheim Ducks to

their first-ever Stanley Cup championship. In addition to his Stanley Cup ring,

Pronger's trophy case includes two Olympic Gold medals won as a member of

Team Canada in 2002 and 2010, making him one of only 29 members of the

exclusive "Triple Gold Club." It’s no wonder Chris was also named one of the

100 Greatest NHL Players in history, cementing his legacy as one of the premier

defensemen to ever play the game.

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Chris’ storied career has been chronicled by the likes of ESPN, Sports Illustrated,

The Athletic and many more. Even since retiring from the NHL, his insights have

been featured in outlets like Forbes, CNN and MSNBC. Pronger now directs his

attention and competitive edge to being an in-demand resource for

organizations around the world. He is a highly successful founder, entrepreneur

and speaker, where he inspires audiences with lessons from his Hall of Fame

career and insights on achieving excellence through teamwork, unrelenting

preparation, and perseverance.

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The same intensity, passion and experience that millions came to expect in NHL

arenas is the hallmark of every speech by Chris Pronger. Through memorable

stories from his decorated playing days and lessons learned in building his own

enterprises, Pronger proves that championship cultures are built when driven

individuals consistently rise to overcome obstacles. Chris is on a mission to help

driven leaders become the difference makers in their team and organizations.