Sports Entertainer to Deliver Keynote Address at Premier Public Relations Conference

The Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) has announced Savannah Bananas head coach and entrepreneur Tyler Gillum as a keynote speaker for ICON 2026, October 18-20, in Orlando, Florida. The annual event allows communication professionals the opportunity to connect with peers, mentors, and thought leaders to discuss the latest trends in artificial intelligence, ethics, media, and strategy, shaping the profession's future.

If you have the slightest peripheral knowledge of sports and entertainment, you’ve undoubtedly heard of the international phenomenon that is Savannah Bananas baseball. Under Gillum's leadership, the Bananas pioneered Banana Ball: a fast-paced, fan-first, entertainment-driven version of baseball often compared to the Harlem Globetrotters. He has been the club's head coach since 2018. The team has achieved massive success, including sold-out world tours, viral fame, and millions of fans, through high-energy games, dances, tricks, and crowd interaction. His impact is felt beyond the diamond as an educator, entrepreneur, and keynote speaker.

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“Tyler Gillum knows how to build belief, momentum, and community,” said PRSA CEO Matthew Marcial, CAE, APR. “Whether he’s leading a team, energizing fans, or speaking to a room of professionals, Tyler connects with people. His message about betting on yourself and serving others is just the kind of inspiration we’re looking forward to bringing to ICON 2026.”

A former college player and coach at the community college level for over a decade, Gillum grew up in Oklahoma on the rodeo circuit and won four state championships in high school. His mantra, "Bet on Yourself," fuels his mission to inspire resilience, mindset, and dream-chasing. He continues to speak globally on leadership, energy, and culture-building.

Early bird registration and more information are available here.

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