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Speaker & Grammy-nominated songwriter

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.

Trusted by George Strait, Yellowstone

Monty Criswell, Speaker | Grammy-Nominated Songwriter

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Nashville, United States

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Monty Criswell's biography

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  • Award-winning country music songwriter
  • Creator of multiple number one hits
  • Cancer survivor and motivational speaker
Monty Criswell transforms melodies into moments that define country music. As the pen behind George Strait's "I Saw God Today" and Parker McCollum's "Handle On You," his Grammy and CMA-nominated songwriting has shaped three decades of American music. 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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An Evening With Monty Criswell
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.

Why we recommend booking Monty

Grammy-nominated songwriter Monty Criswell brings three decades of musical storytelling expertise and cancer survivor resilience to your event, blending live performances with practical strategies for navigating change and pursuing ambitious goals. Book Monty to give your team the rare opportunity to hear the stories behind country music's defining hits while gaining actionable insights on perseverance.

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How do I book Monty Criswell for my next event?
Email monty.criswell@getapeptalk.com or call PepTalk on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience. As speaker agents, PepTalk can secure Monty Criswell for commercial and corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity brand endorsements & partnerships, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about Monty Criswell's speaking fees, availability, and booking process for private business functions, industry conferences, and team events. Please note, for media interviews, autographs, charity appearances, or personal matters, we recommend contacting Monty Criswell directly.
What is Monty Criswell's speaking style like?
Monty’s delivery style blends heartfelt storytelling and live music, offering practical strategies for resilience. Audiences gain inspiration and actionable insights, drawn from his personal journey and decades of songwriting success.
What topics does Monty Criswell specialise in?
Email monty.criswell@getapeptalk.com or call PepTalk on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience. As speaker agents, PepTalk can secure Monty Criswell for commercial and corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity brand endorsements & partnerships, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about Monty Criswell's speaking fees, availability, and booking process for private business functions, industry conferences, and team events. Please note, for media interviews, autographs, charity appearances, or personal matters, we recommend contacting Monty Criswell directly.
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