Karl Mecklenburg rose from a college football walk-on and twelfth round draft choice, to become one of the top players in Denver Broncos history. During his twelve-year career with the Broncos Mecklenburg played in three Super Bowls, played in six Pro Bowls, and was selected as a team captain. Karl is widely known as the most versatile player in NFL history, having played all seven defensive front positions, sometimes during a single game. In 1987 Mecklenburg was named AFC Linebacker of the year, and Defensive Player of the Year. Since retiring from the NFL, Mecklenburg has been inducted in the Colorado Sports Hall of Fame, The Denver Broncos Ring of Fame, and for ten consecutive years was a semifinalist for the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Mecklenburg was widely known as a fierce competitor who never took a down off. Karl approaches his speaking career with the same dedication and intelligence that marked his great football career. His passion now is to help meeting professionals put on memorable events. He has earned Certified Speaking Professional designation through the National Speakers Association. Mecklenburg is a storyteller who tailors your presentation to your needs. His presentations are often humorous, and always memorable.
Karl understands the value of celebrity draw without celebrity attitude. He is a motivational and entertaining speaker, who will do anything he can to serve his audience.