Marques Ogden

Marques Ogden is a former NFL player turned inspirational keynote speaker, founder and CEO of Ogden Ventures LLC, five-time best-selling author (Sleepless Nights, The Success Cycle), business coach and consultant, and the host of the podcast Get Authentic with Marques Ogden. His journey to success was not easy, but it is a testament to resilience, determination, and the power of failing forward.

After retiring from professional football, Marques launched a construction and contracting business at the age of 27. The company experienced rapid growth but faced a devastating setback when a single project went wrong, resulting in a loss of nearly $3 million dollars within just 90 days. Following bankruptcy, Marques took on a part-time custodial job, a humbling experience that fueled his personal and professional transformation.

Drawing from these experiences, Marques rebuilt his life and career, turning adversity into a platform for inspiring others. His story of perseverance, accountability, and leadership has been featured in top publications including USA Today, Forbes, News Nation, Cheddar News, and Authority Magazine. He is also a weekly sports contributor during NFL season on News Nation and co-hosts The Jaguars Squad Show on the #1 sports podcast network, The Locked On Podcast Network.

As a speaker, Marques has delivered keynotes and workshops for over 90 Fortune 500 companies and more than 20 Fortune 100 companies, including Amazon, Goldman Sachs, Intel, JPMorgan Chase, and Home Depot. Through his speaking, coaching, and consulting, he empowers leaders, teams, and individuals to embrace challenges, grow through adversity, and achieve measurable success.

Marques continues to inspire audiences worldwide by sharing his story, insights, and actionable strategies, helping others transform setbacks into opportunities and reach new heights in their personal and professional lives.