Shawn Harper is regarded as one of the top up and coming motivational/inspirational speakers in the country. A former college and seven-year professional football player, Shawn uses wit, humor, feats of strength, and his NFL experiences to draw and captivate his audience.
He then delivers an earth-shaking message of motivation, encouragement, and hope. A classic rags-to-riches story, Shawn was born and raised in an impoverished area of Columbus, Ohio. Faced with insurmountable odds such as four learning disabilities, poverty, speech challenges, and the lowest GPA in his senior class, Shawn rose from an average football player to graduating from college and winning several national achievement awards.
Shawn played seven years in the NFL, blocking for two Heisman trophy candidates and two all-pro running backs. Shawn is currently CEO of American Services and Protection in Columbus, Ohio. He is living proof that a set-back is a set up for a comeback! Shawn Harper travels the country sharing the wisdom he has gained through the experiences in his life
Whether it is a high school assembly, annual conference, retreat, camp, or other event, Shawn mesmerizes his audiences as he unlocks the secrets of success and personal achievement. One of Shawn’s life statements is “You’re not born winners or losers; you’re born choosers.”
Shawn! it was great to meet you this past weekend, your message was amazing. I felt like you were speaking directly to me and the message was designed just for me each time. God did great things this weekend man and I just wanted to say thanks. We have that Big Ten connection man!
Hello Shawn! Thank you for the Friend request - and how great it is to be your first "Friend" here on MySpace! And, wow, you have such an amazing story, so worthy of sharing and inspiring others. I wish you tremendous success as you travel on this new journey. Peace and blessings, Nancy
