Monty Criswell
Transform audiences with Monty Criswell, speaker and Grammy-nominated songwriter. Monty works with organizations to deliver resilience strategies and creative storytelling, leveraging three decades of country music success with hits for George Strait and appearances on Yellowstone.
Tennessee, United States
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With over 300 recorded songs and #1 hits spanning each of the last three decades, Monty's work resonates far beyond Nashville, appearing in ESPN broadcasts and the cultural phenomenon Yellowstone.
After trading law school for a guitar in 1993, this University of Alabama graduate built a career crafting authentic stories that artists from Kenny Chesney to Lainey Wilson have made their own. His collaborations bridge musical worlds, bringing together voices as diverse as Trace Adkins, Pitbull, and Snoop Dogg.
But Monty offers more than musical achievements. As a cancer survivor, he delivers talks that blend storytelling, live music, and hard-won wisdom about resilience. His presentations provide teams practical strategies for navigating change and pursuing ambitious goals with the same determination that turned his coastal Alabama dreams into Nashville success.
Book Monty Criswell for your next event and give your audience the rare opportunity to hear the stories behind the songs that scored their lives, while gaining actionable insights on perseverance from someone who truly walks his talk.
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Monty Criswell, a Grammy and CMA-nominated songwriter, shares his journey of resilience after overcoming stage 3 colon cancer in "An Evening With Monty Criswell." This unique event combines his captivating storytelling and music with lessons learned from his career and personal battles. Attendees will discover actionable insights on achieving goals, building meaningful relationships, and navigating life's challenges. Monty's mission is to inspire hope and create a lasting impact, making this experience both entertaining and transformative.
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