Connor O’Leary

Connor O’Leary has transitioned from professional cyclist and ‘Amazing Race’ winner to Chief Mission Officer for the Testicular Cancer Foundation, advocating for cancer awareness and survivorship. After winning the 24th season of CBS’s The Amazing Race: All-Stars in 2014, navigating over 23,000 miles across 22 cities and nine countries, Connor O’Leary cemented his reputation for perseverance and resilience. Prior to his television success, O’Leary built a distinguished professional cycling career, progressing through the USA Junior National team, the U23 USA National Team, and riding for Bontrager LIVESTRONG. Early in his career, O’Leary faced a significant challenge with a diagnosis of testicular cancer.

Following surgery and chemotherapy, which included overcoming a life-threatening pulmonary embolism during treatment, O’Leary made a successful return to professional cycling, racing for the USA National Team and Bontrager Professional Cycling. He had previously competed in the 22nd season of The Amazing Race in 2012. Following his notable achievements in both professional athletics and reality television, O’Leary graduated from the University of Utah with a Bachelor of Science in Strategic Communications. In 2015, he channeled his personal experiences into a new professional calling, joining the Testicular Cancer Foundation as Chief Mission Officer.

His talks cover vital topics such as cancer survivorship, the spirit of adventure, and strategies for overcoming adversity. O’Leary has also delivered a widely recognized TEDx Talk titled ‘Focus is a muscle.’ Consistently advocating for healthy living and outdoor pursuits, O’Leary continues to inspire audiences through his platform, The O’Leary Theory. His career reflects a powerful trajectory of confronting challenges, achieving professional excellence across multiple fields, and utilizing his unique experiences to motivate and empower others.