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Abel Tamata is a former professional football player, coach and social entrepreneur who knows better than anyone what it means to create opportunities, make choices and take responsibility for your own life. With his impressive personal story and broad experience in top sports, management and youth care, he inspires young people, professionals and organizations to realize: to see what is possible and actually make it happen.
The child of a Congolese refugee and a Dutch artist with schizophrenia, Abel Tamata made it to PSV's first team in 2010. There he won the national title and the KNVB Cup and became an international for Congo.
At the age of 26, Abel consciously made the switch from professional footballer to a social career. After completing his Master in Sports Management at the Johan Cruyff Institute, he worked as an artist manager for Boef, Jack $hirak, ICE and Glen Faria, among others, while simultaneously developing as a coach and speaker.
He participated in coaching programs within Rabobank, Deloitte and FrieslandCampina, among others, and founded Life Changing Group with his partners in 2021. From this organization, he guides young people in
Youth Care Plus and youth prisons towards a stronger and more valuable place in society on a daily basis.
In his lectures one concept is central: realization. Seeing opportunities in your immediate environment and actually achieving your goals. Abel connects his experiences from youth, top sports, management and youth care to a powerful story that touches, confronts and stimulates action.
As he says himself:
"I'm not just here to make a living, I'm here to make a difference."
Reviews
, anoniem
I know Abel Tamata from his work at the Life Changing Group, where he makes an impressive impact on young people. From my role as senior education manager at an MBO educational institution, I therefore deliberately invited him on behalf of the organization to contribute to our kick-offs at the beginning of the school year. On Thursday, August 21, Abel was keynote speaker during the kick-off for teachers at ROC MBO College Zuidoost. On Tuesday, August 26, he was a guest again, this time during the kick-off of the school year for our new students. Two moments, two target groups, but one powerful and consistent message. Abel tells a personal and honest story about hope, perseverance and persistence. Not abstract motivation, but a life story that touches and evokes recognition. Teachers were touched in their role as guides and role models; students felt seen and addressed in their own search and development. What makes Abel special is his ability to create real connection. He knows how to reach out to young people in an equal way while at the same time making education professionals think about their impact. Highly recommended for organizations that work with young people and believe in the power of personal growth, resilience and perspective.
, anoniem
Abel knows how to captivate his audience even before his background as a former professional football player is known. His strength lies in his authenticity: he is approachable, ordinary and genuinely interested in the people opposite him. He easily adapts his language and attitude to the target audience, takes time for personal contact and is therefore quickly appreciated and trusted. Although he currently works mainly with young people, I am convinced that he also knows how to touch an older or professional target group with the same impact and credibility.
, anoniem
Since six months I have been working with Abel Tamata within Project Comeback (from the Kikid Foundation), where he is mainly used as a motivational and inspirational speaker at schools for students. During this period I have seen him in action several times and experienced him as a very enthusiastic, accessible and inspiring speaker who connects directly with his audience. Once Abel enters a room, he effortlessly creates a connection through his open attitude, natural energy and strong sense of his audience.
€ 3.000,-
act price ex 21% VATThe request is non-committal.
Artist will respond with question/proposal.
After that, you can complete the booking.
Artist responds normally within 4 hour
Artist responds normally within 4 hour.
