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Bill Rancic

  • TV Personality and Winner of the First 'Apprentice'
  • Serial Entrepreneur
  • New York Times Bestselling Business Author, 'You're Hired: How to Succeed in Business and Life'

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After bursting on to the scene as NBC’s first Apprentice, Bill Rancic has traveled to every part of the globe, sharing his life experiences and business acumen with tens of thousands of leaders, businesses and organizations on a variety of important topics. His expertise ranges from why some companies thrive in chaos — and others don't — to the leadership behaviors needed in a world beset by turbulence, uncertainty and dramatic change.

What makes Bill so unique is that he is both a student and teacher of leadership and has a healthy obsession with what makes great companies and leaders tick.

Having invested nearly two decades living the topic, Rancic has authored four books. These include New York Times bestseller You’re Hired: How to Succeed in Business and Life, which examines how some companies and leaders make the leap to superior results; the enduring classic, Beyond the Lemonade Stand, which teaches young people and empowers them with the value of both money and positive self-image. In addition, Rancic co-authored I Do… Now What? with celebrity wife Giuliana Rancic where they share secrets to a supportive love and true partnership in marriage. He also just penned his first novel, First Light.

Driven by a relentless curiosity, Rancic really began his business journey when graduated cum laude from Loyola University. He then went on to become a successful entrepreneur when he founded a monthly online subscription-based retailer.  Since that time, he has inspired millions of people around the globe to work towards reaching their full potential, both in business and in their personal lives. He is currently co-owner of the RPM Restaurant Group and the Giuliana Prosecco.  

Rancic appears regularly on numerous daytime broadcast and cable television programs such as Today, The View, Rachael Ray, Steve Harvey and various CNBC programs.

 

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Past Hosts Include:
  • ING Life
  • AEES
  • Access Public Relations, LLC
  • Conagra Brands
  • Independent Planning Group, Inc.
  • Fiserv
  • Alvin James & Vanessa Webber
Rave Reviews About Bill Rancic
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Bill was an absolute hit! His sincerity and down to earth manner allowed the group to easily identify with him and his message about facing your fear and never giving up was very well received. The group was absolutely buzzing afterwards. A superb start to our conference!

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"It was a pleasure meeting and working with you on the PowerNet Business Mixer. We appreciate all that you did to make the event a huge success. The voice messages and e-mails are still pouring in with only positive comments."

-Alvin James & Vanessa Webber

"On behalf of Fiserv, it is with sincere appreciation that I thank you for your recent participation as our motivational speaker at the employee event in Lake Mary. Not only were you inspiring, but your stories left the audience with much-needed enthusiasm. We were particularly pleased with your ability to incorporate the specific words and phrases we had previously mentioned seamlessly into your presentation."

-Fiserv

"On behalf of the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, Bureau of Tourism and the Illinois Council of Convention and Visitor Bureaus, we would like to extend our sincere appreciation for your assistance with the How to Succeed in Business and Life session. Your time and effort helped make an enjoyable and educational experience. We appreciate you sharing your expertise with our audience."

-Jan Kostner, Kimberly Bless

"On behalf of the entire team at IPG, Thank you for attending and speaking at our conference last Saturday. Everyone was very impressed and pleased with your talk."

-Independent Planning Group, Inc.

"No matter the size of the group, Bill Rancic is the secret weapon. His poise and class is something that cannot be taught. Particularly, in times of tremendous change, Bill is a constant source of education, motivation and activation, leaving all those in the audience inspired and ready to take on the world."

-Conagra Brands

"On behalf of the High Desert Opportunity Committee, thank you for speaking at our October conference. The information you provided was exceptional because it works on both a business and personal level… I also wanted to thank you for being so kind and accommodating to our attendees during the meet and greet and for taking a picture of the committee."

-Terry L. Saneng

"Sublime, Masterclass, Masterful, Insightful. From moving from a business leader of a Fortune 1000 company to an 18 year-old athlete to a panel of celebrities from different walks of life - no one but Bill Rancic can pull that off. I mean NO ONE."

-Access Public Relations, LLC

"I wanted to personally thank you for speaking at our Summit. We received great feedback on your keynote from the post-conference survey we sent out. Thanks again for supporting our first summit! We would love to have you back at one of our events in the future."

-Erin K. Hayes

"Thanks so much for your participation in the conference. You added a great deal to the day. I truly appreciate it!"

-Senator Robert F. Bennett, Utah

"Not only was Bill the perfect speaker, tying in his personal business experience, leadership characteristics and business success tips for navigating change, he was simply a great, sincere person with whom everyone enjoyed conversing. Our group was very pleased with his presentation."

-AEES
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Pause and Pivot

Bill Rancic will share this totally new technique, teaching audiences how to evaluate their business techniques in a methodical manner that will make them more productive in both long- and short-term situations. And productivity is key, after all. Providing this fresh ground-level perspective into t ...

Bill Rancic will share this totally new technique, teaching audiences how to evaluate their business techniques in a methodical manner that will make them more productive in both long- and short-term situations. And productivity is key, after all. Providing this fresh ground-level perspective into the steps needed to pause and gain a deeper perspective, will help you pivot to reach the ultimate goal.

Bill will share takeaways that are immediately applicable in a range of business models and sizes. For anyone who wants to increase their return on investment, improve market share, or reap the benefits of a more productive, motivated workforce, Bill can help you grow. You just have to take advantage of this opportunity and learn to pause, pivot, and succeed.

How to Succeed in Business and Life

Many strategies helped make Bill Rancic a successful entrepreneur. From starting a boat wash and wax business while in college to running a million dollar company and working for Donald Trump, Bill will share the ups and downs on his road to success. Bill’s talk gives the audience a glimpse on lesso ...

Many strategies helped make Bill Rancic a successful entrepreneur. From starting a boat wash and wax business while in college to running a million dollar company and working for Donald Trump, Bill will share the ups and downs on his road to success.

Bill’s talk gives the audience a glimpse on lessons he has learned throughout his many business experiences.  Some of the lessons are; How to Break from the Pack, Make Each Day Count- Twice, and Separate Your Expectations from your Shortcomings.  This motivational speech is packed with advice that audience members can apply to their lives immediately.

How to Use Challenging Times to your Advantage

Knowing your stuff, knowing your boss’s stuff, and knowing your competitor’s stuff will help you get ahead in challenging times. Strategies like Setting the Standard, Rejecting Conventional Wisdom and Thinking like a Big Fish in a Small Pond are topics that Bill will discuss to get you through chall ...

Knowing your stuff, knowing your boss’s stuff, and knowing your competitor’s stuff will help you get ahead in challenging times. Strategies like Setting the Standard, Rejecting Conventional Wisdom and Thinking like a Big Fish in a Small Pond are topics that Bill will discuss to get you through challenging times.

Innovation: How to Think Like an Entrepreneur in Corporate America

You know Bill Rancic as a successful entrepreneur.  He embodies entrepreneurial traits that are translatable to any business that wants to increase its return on investment, improve its market share or enjoy a more productive, motivated workforce. ...

You know Bill Rancic as a successful entrepreneur.  He embodies entrepreneurial traits that are translatable to any business that wants to increase its return on investment, improve its market share or enjoy a more productive, motivated workforce.

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Books by Bill Rancic
First Light

First Light

Beyond the Lemonade Stand

Beyond the Lemonade Stand

You're Hired: How to Succeed in Business and Life from the Winner of The Apprentice

You're Hired: How to Succeed in Business and Life from the Winner of The Apprentice

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Press & Media
Bill and Giuliana Rancic open up on Trump, kids, cancer
Bill Rancic Shares Big News — He’s Written His First Novel! - InTouch
Bill Rancic talks Astellas Oncology C3 prize and more! [Audio] - WGN Radio
Bill Rancic Shares New Ideas In Cancer Care & Gives Family's COVID-19 Update - WCIU
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Biography

After bursting on to the scene as NBC’s first Apprentice, Bill Rancic has traveled to every part of the globe, sharing his life experiences and business acumen with tens of thousands of leaders, businesses and organizations on a variety of important topics. His expertise ranges from why some companies thrive in chaos — and others don't — to the leadership behaviors needed in a world beset by turbulence, uncertainty and dramatic change.

What makes Bill so unique is that he is both a student and teacher of leadership and has a healthy obsession with what makes great companies and leaders tick.

Having invested nearly two decades living the topic, Rancic has authored four books. These include New York Times best-seller You’re Hired: How to Succeed in Business and Life, which examines how some companies and leaders make the leap to superior results; the enduring classic, Beyond the Lemonade Stand, which teaches young people and empowers them with the value of both money and positive self-image. In addition, Rancic co-authored I Do… Now What? with celebrity wife Giuliana Rancic where they share secrets to a supportive love and true partnership in marriage.  He also just penned his first novel, First Light.

Driven by a relentless curiosity, Rancic really began his business journey when graduated cum laude from Loyola University. He then went on to become a successful entrepreneur when he founded a monthly online subscription-based retailer.  Since that time, he has inspired millions of people around the globe to work towards reaching their full potential, both in business and in their personal lives. He is currently co-owner of the RPM Restaurant Group and the Giuliana Prosecco.  

Rancic appears regularly on numerous daytime broadcast and cable television programs such as Today, The View, Rachael Ray, Steve Harvey and various CNBC programs.

He currently resides in Chicago with his wife Giuliana and son Duke.

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