Patrick Kluivert

From humble beginnings with the Ajax Youth Academy to being appointed the Academy Director of FC Barcelona, Patrick Kluivert is a footballer unlike any other. With professional experience dating back to 1983, playing for Schellingwoude Youth Football Club, Patrick has become a fan-favourite on the speaking circuit. Armed with a wealth of strategies on team cohesion, high performance teams and leadership, corporate audiences greatly benefit from Patrick's incomparable insight. His on-pitch career spans over 10 years, a credit to his sport-defining influence and popularity on the speaking circuit, as after dinner audiences flock to hear his story.

In 1994, Patrick made his international debut. Playing against Malta, he scored his first international goal, which helped the club to win against the opposing team. At the 2000 Netherlands UEFA Euros, Patrick's hat-trick firmly positioned him as one of the most promising players in the sport. Though his fourth goal was disallowed, he still became the first player to score four times in a European Championship finals match. Patrick's success is credited to his untouchable skill set, including his quick feet, strong pace and on-pitch intelligence. Renowned for dominating aerial balls, audiences are eager to hear how Patrick cultivated his "eye for the ball".

Patrick's first experience of football coaching was with Brisbane Roar Football Club, followed by a transfer to the Netherlands national team. With Patrick's help, the team secured a third-place finish at the 2014 Brazil FIFA World Cup. During their 2018 Russia FIFA World Cup qualifying, Patrick took over as the Curaçao national football team manager. In 2019, he returned to Barcelona as the Academy Directory of their Football Club. Since his retirement from professional playing, he appeared in Nike's commercial, Good vs Evil, alongside fellow players Ronaldo and Jorge Campos.

Whether he is discussing "the beautiful game" from the perspective of a player or a coach, Patrick is a speaker unlike any other. He has experienced several career highlights, making his after dinner speeches highly regarded on the circuit. Audiences are kept on the edge of their seat by Patrick, as he takes them on a journey from youth to international competing. A booking opportunity like Patrick is not to be missed, due to his interesting topics like team cohesion, leadership and focus.