Apolo anton ohno
The most decorated U.S. Winter Olympian in history. New York Times bestselling author, investor, and inspirational speaker
Apolo Ohno won 8 Olympic medals across three Winter Games (2002, 2006, 2010) — more than any American in Winter Olympic history.
After retiring from competition, he didn't become a commentator or coach. He built a second career as a bestselling author, Fortune 500 advisor, storyteller, and investor in health and performance technology companies.
His books — Hard Pivot and Zero Regrets— are strategic playbooks that have hit the New York Times bestseller list. He advises Fortune 500 leadership teams at Nike, Apple, Google, Deloitte, Citadel, Visa, J.P. Morgan, and many others on performance, leadership, and navigating high-stakes transitions. He also works directly with Olympic organizing committees (LA28, Utah 2034) on athlete experience and legacy planning.
As an investor and board-level advisor, he backs innovative companies in the health, wellness, and human optimization space—from longevity science to cognitive performance tech to consumer wellness brands. He brings not just capital, but clarity, positioning, and go-to-market acceleration.
Whether it's a keynote for 5,000 or a workshop with 20 executives, Apolo's work centers on one thing: helping leaders and teams perform when the pressure is real.
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Watch HIs Story
Raised by a single Japanese immigrant father who still owns his hair salon in downtown Seattle after 45+ years,
Apolo forged his identity in the crucible of discipline, solitude, and relentless pursuit. What began as a search for belonging became a journey to the Olympic podium—and later, a launchpad into entrepreneurship, investing, and cultural leadership. Today, his story transcends sport. It's about self-mastery, reinvention, and building a legacy rooted in resilience.
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notable titles
Gold · World Junior Championships
Gold · 1500 m
Silver · 1000 m
Gold · 500 m
Bronze · 1000 m
Bronze · 5000 m relay
Season 4 · Dancing with the stars Winner
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silver · 1500 m
Bronze · 1000 m
Bronze · 5000 m relay
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NY Times Best Seller · Zero Regrets
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Inducted into U.S. Olympic Hall of Fame
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Have Apolo Speak At Your Next Event
Inspire action. Unlock resilience. Elevate your team.
As the most decorated U.S. Winter Olympian turned investor, performance strategist, and trusted advisor to global companies, Apolo brings a rare fusion of elite athlete insight and real-world business acumen to every
stage—moving audiences from passive inspiration to intentional transformation.
From Fortune 400 executives navigating high-stakes pivots, to SMBs adapting
to new technology and competitors—or sales teams looking to scale in a world with relentless uncertainty, his talks are rooted in lived experience— always tailored to the moment your audience is in.
From leadership to reinvention, grit to longevity, Apolo delivers a masterclass in high-performance living—layered with story, backed by experience and science—designed for impact.
