Victoria Arlen

Host — Author — Speaker — Gold Medalist — CEO — Co-Founder

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Victoria Arlen

Host — Author — Speaker — Gold Medalist — CEO — Co-Founder

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Why Book

Achieved greatness when the odds were stacked against her
One of the youngest on-air hosts ever hired by ESPN
Dancing With The Stars semi-finalist

Biography

Victoria Arlen’s life drastically changed in 2006 at the tender age of eleven when she developed two rare conditions known as Transverse Myelitis and Acute Disseminated Encephalomyelitis. This was an incredibly rare scenario and Victoria quickly lost the ability to speak, eat, walk and move. Victoria Arlen slipped into a vegetative state in which doctors had written her off as a lost cause.

Victoria spent nearly four years “locked” inside her own body completely aware of what was going on just unable to move or communicate. Doctors believed there was little hope of survival and recovery was unlikely. Not ready to give up Victoria Arlen decided that instead of writing her obituary, she wrote a bucket list of the things she would achieve when she survived. In 2010 after almost four years she began the nearly impossible fight back to life. Learning how to speak, eat and move all over again while checking things off her bucket list.

That bucket list included things like — Co-founding the Victoria’s Victory Foundation with her Mother Jacqueline that assists those with mobility related disabilities. Since 2017, VVF over a million dollars in scholarship funds to those who need it most.

Setting world records at the age of 17 as a swimmer for Team USA — Winning a gold and three silver medals at the London 2012 Games.

Transitioning from professional athlete to sportscaster and joining ESPN at the age of 20 – while becoming one of the youngest on air talents ever hired by the company. Her TV career has expanded across multiple platforms and networks including hosting American Ninja Warrior jr. on NBC/Peacock

Spending a decade in a wheelchair — then defying all odds and not only learning to walk again but one year later she competed on Dancing with the Stars and placed in the Top 5.

Writing a book sharing her story titled Locked In which hit stores in 2018 and her second book The View is Worth It will hit stores in May 2026.

Amongst all of this Victoria has spoken on stages all over the world becoming a sought after motivational speaker. Simply living by this motto that helped her fight back to live:

“Face It, Embrace It, Defy It, Conquer It“ ™

Locked In

The View Is Worth It: Unlocking the Beauty in Life’s Peaks and Valleys

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Victoria Arlen Reviews

As the CEO of Berkshire Hathaway Home Services, over the years I’ve had to deliver countless presentations myself, and I’ve observed an endless array of professional speakers. I’ve learned the most important thing to do is connect…meaningfully, authentically and emotionally, in a way that leaves the audience with a lasting impression. Despite being one of the youngest speakers we’ve ever hosted, Victoria Arlen has mastered the art of creating this kind of true, powerful connection. Of all the great speakers we’ve hosted at our conferences, she was exceptional.

— Chief Executive Officer Berkshire Hathaway Home Services

We just received the survey responses for our Vegas session a few weeks ago and I thought you might like to see (and share) some of the verbatim specifically as it pertained to Victoria. She was amazing!

“…and Victoria Arlen’s talk was incredible, humbling, and a perfect close.”

“…the guest/motivational speaker was fantastic. the highlight of all of DTA.”

“…The motivational speaker was wonderful and it was inspirational to hear her story.”

“…The special guest speaker, Victoria Arlen, was by far the highlight of the session, and in fact the whole DTA for me.”

“…inspirational speaker – Victoria – great, great, great. best part of the day, one of the best of the entire event.”

Thanks again for all your help!

— US Enterprise Commercial Microsoft

Victoria was the perfect speaker for our event! I can’t thank you enough for the recommendation. She was unbelievable; full of life, passion, and hope. I am stunned that she is so young! We have had nothing but positive feedback and you could feel the energy in the room. We gave her a Wheaties Box with her picture on it, and I think that was a big hit.

— General Mills, Inc.

As the CEO of Berkshire Hathaway Home Services, over the years I’ve had to deliver countless presentations myself, and I’ve observed an endless array of professional speakers. I’ve learned the most important thing to do is connect…meaningfully, authentically and emotionally, in a way that leaves the audience with a lasting impression. Despite being one of the youngest speakers we’ve ever hosted, Victoria Arlen has mastered the art of creating this kind of true, powerful connection. Of all the great speakers we’ve hosted at our conferences, she was exceptional.

— Chief Executive Officer Berkshire Hathaway Home Services

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who is Victoria Arlen?

Victoria Arlen is a Paralympic gold medalist, television personality, and motivational speaker known for her remarkable recovery from a rare neurological condition that left her in a vegetative state for nearly four years.

2. What does Victoria Arlen speak about?

She speaks about resilience, overcoming adversity, mindset, perseverance, hope, adapting to change, and turning unimaginable challenges into success stories. She also shares lessons from elite sports and broadcasting.

3. What audiences is Victoria Arlen best suited for?

She is best suited for corporate audiences, healthcare organizations, schools, universities, sports teams, and leadership conferences focused on resilience and performance under pressure.

4. What makes Victoria Arlen different from other inspirational speakers?

She brings a rare, lived experience of recovery from near-total paralysis to becoming a Paralympic gold medalist and ESPN broadcaster. Her story blends elite athletic achievement with profound personal recovery, making her message especially powerful and authentic.

5. How do I book Victoria Arlen for an event?

To check availability or request a keynote fee quote, contact Eagles Talent Speakers Bureau at 973-313-9800, email info@eaglestalent.com, or submit a booking inquiry through her speaker profile page.

6. What are Victoria Arlen’s speaking fees?

Her speaking fee varies depending on event type, location, audience size, and format. For current pricing and availability, you should contact Eagles Talent Speakers Bureau directly.

7. Can Victoria Arlen customize the keynote for my audience?

Yes. She customizes her talks to align with audience goals, often tailoring content around resilience, performance, overcoming setbacks, and mental strength.

8. What do audiences say about Victoria Arlen’s presentations?

Audiences often describe her presentations as powerful, emotional, and deeply inspiring, especially highlighting her incredible recovery story and her ability to connect resilience to everyday challenges.