WELCOME
Charlie Batch is a keynote speaker who brings the excitement of his careers as an NFL quarterback, broadcaster, community advocate, and entrepreneur to every presentation. Charlie will motivate and challenge your group as he shares leadership insights and emotional stories from his life both on and off the field.
ABOUT CHARLIE
Charlie Batch is a former Detroit Lions and Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback whose career spanned 15 seasons and two NFL Super Bowls. Now in retirement, Charlie’s passions for sports, technology, medical cannabis, and his Best of the Batch Foundation have propelled him to new careers in entrepreneurialism, philanthropy, sports broadcasting, leadership, and motivational speaking.
APPEARANCES
Excitement. Enthusiasm. Engagement. These are just a few of the things you’ll get with a Charlie Batch keynote address or appearance. Check out this video to watch Charlie in action.
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TESTIMONIALS
Waynesburg University
"We are grateful for Mr. Batch’s visit with us. His presence brought us one of the largest crowds we have ever had for our lecture series. Not only was his message inspiring and relevant for our students, but his humble and kind nature also came through when he took time to take pictures with our guests and answer their questions."
-- Stacey Brodak, Vice President Institutional Advancement and University Relations
Duquesne Light
"He inspired the more than 1,500 people in attendance with a speech that was authentic, vulnerable, and full of life lessons that all of us learned from. Throughout our engagement with Charlie, he was accessible and very open to feedback, which ultimately led to a keynote speech that felt like it was hand-crafted for our audience. His speaking style is confident, high energy, and infused with just enough humor to keep audiences engaged. We’d welcome Charlie back to a future event, anytime!"
-- Christine Waller, VP of Communications and Corporate Responsibility
First National Bank
"Charlie spoke at First National Bank’s 2018 Wealth Management event. Charlie’s presentation was exactly what we were looking for. His stories about his life on and off the football field were truly motivating. There were a number of thoughtful questions from the audience which showed their interest in Charlie’s discussion. Lastly, many people who attended the event approached employees of First National Bank with numerous compliments surrounding the event."
-- Ronald A. Donatelli, President, Pittsburgh Region, First National Bank
Women In Cable Telecommunications (WICT)
"Charlie’s passion and connection to the audience was inspiring. His message was relatable and his real life experiences kept the group’s attention. He was a perfect keynote speaker for our event. . . . He definitely scored a touchdown!"
-- Mary LaSota, Program Director, WICT
Bethany College
"Thank you for your profound and fitting Commencement Address at Bethany College. You were the perfect speaker for our students . . . [and] for all of us in attendance!"
-- Dr. Tamara Nichols Rodenberg, President & M.M. Cochran Professor of Leadership Studies, Bethany College
Eastern Michigan University
"The personal stories you shared with the audience underlined the trials that must be confronted in the need to protect and maintain one’s integrity and personal honor. We so appreciate you sharing your expertise with us . . . "
-- Devika Dibya Choudhuri, PhD., 2018 Morris Chair, Department of Leadership & Counseling
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
"Thank you for arranging such an inspirational day. This was the best year yet . . . Charlie Batch was such an inspiration!"
-- Manager, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Construction Specification Institute
"Charlie Batch’s speech to our group was engaging, and very interesting. His story telling of Steelers football insider information was well received. Charlie was able to use these Steelers and childhood stories to provide an excellent background as to why he is working so hard to help underprivileged children in his hometown. We all felt the passion of his presentation."
-- Rich Strayer, May 2017 Mid-Atlantic Region Conference
Federal Home Loan Bank of Pittsburgh
"Charlie's presentation to our Bank management staff was an excellent addition to our leadership development program. His three themes of preparedness, resilience and being a pro painted an inspiring picture of an impressive pathway to success and personal satisfaction. Charlie was energetic, relatable and, as quoted by our CEO 'a marvelous speaker'."
-- Carolyn B. McKinney, Chief Human Resources Officer, Federal Home Loan Bank of Pittsburgh
The Salvation Army
"Charlie was wonderful! We really appreciated how he referred to the fact that he was helped by The Salvation Army when he was young, and how he encouraged volunteerism. His speech was heartfelt and delivered with passion. I received many positive comments from attendees."
-- Donna L. Fencik, Divisional Director of Marketing & PR, The Salvation Army
Eastern Michigan University
"Charlie Batch has been a great role model for our students with his commitment to serving others and to excel on the field and in his home community. His commencement speech was funny, heartwarming and inspirational to our students."
-- Dr. Sue Martin, President, Eastern Michigan University
Society of Carbide & Tool Engineers
"On behalf of our membership, please convey our thanks to Mr. Batch for speaking last Thursday. By far, Mr. Batch was the best speaker we have had in the last 20 years since I have been on the board!"
-- Craig A. Judy, Society of Carbide & Tool Engineers
Greater Pittsburgh Literacy Council
"Charlie Batch captivated the audience at our Leaders for Literacy Luncheon with his message of perseverance in the face of adversity. Like our students, Charlie encountered many challenges and setbacks in life, and yet he has achieved greatness both on and off the field. Batch inspired guests with a glimpse into his personal tragedy and lessons learned that turned his life around."
-- Don Block, Executive Director, Greater Pittsburgh Literacy Council
United Way of Allegheny County
“Compassionate, intelligent, genuine. Charlie has a compelling personal story that led him to a life of giving back to the youth in his hometown. Charlie brings his status as a professional NFL Quarterback to focus employers and their employees on the pressing and urgent needs of disadvantaged youth. He has been a great spokesperson for United Way of Allegheny County.”
-- Bob Nelkin, President & Chief Professional Officer United Way of Allegheny County
Carmeuse Lime and Stone
“Charlie’s presentation was engaging, personal and inspiring. Charlie is a grounded and passionate individual whose life has been touched by tragedy and good fortune. . . . His presentation style and candor make him believable as he motivates others to take action.”
-- Tom Buck, President & CEO, Carmeuse Lime and Stone
LaRoche College
“I do not believe I have heard a finer Commencement address than the one you delivered to our graduates. It was touching, it was heartfelt, and looking down at the faces of our graduates, I hope you saw how much your words meant to them. You had them from your first word to your last.”
-- Sister Candace, President of LaRoche College
NEWS
FOLLOW CHARLIE
Charlie has some of the most active social media pages in all of sports! Find information about his keynotes and appearances, read his NFL insights and see the latest Best of the Batch Foundation news. You might even catch Charlie and his wife, Latasha, sharing their famous mac and cheese recipe or posting Charlie’s latest adventures in snow blowing. Follow Charlie today!
CHARLIE'S ON-AIR SCHEDULE
Pittsburgh Steelers Radio Network Post-Game Show
Listen live immediately following the game on 102.5 WDVE & Steelers Nation Radio on iHeart Radio Network
Pittsburgh Steelers Pre-Game Show on KDKA
Bob Pompeani and Charlie Batch get you ready in the Steelers exclusive pregame show. Airs on Sundays at 11:35 AM on KDKA.
KISS The Morning Freak Show with Mikey and Big Bob - Guest
6AM to 10AM weekdays. Listen live at 96.1 KISS FM or on iHeart Radio Network
WDVE Morning Show - Frequent Guest Randy Baumann & The DVE Morning Show.
Listen live at 102.5 WDVE or on iHeart Radio Network
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