Peter Lemon

Biography

Peter C. Lemon is among the most dynamic public speakers of our time. An Ambassador of courage, determination and triumph, he profoundly enriches the lives of others.

Mr. Lemon is one of the youngest surviving recipients of America`s highest award, the `Congressional Medal of Honor`, for assisting in saving the lives of his team in Vietnam. Entertaining audiences as a professional speaker for over a dozen years, a successful insurance and construction entrepreneur for almost three decades, an acclaimed author and executive producer of the Emmy winning documentary Beyond the Medal, he speaks from real life experiences.

The President of the United States, Barack Obama, presented Mr. Lemon the prestigious `Outstanding American by Choice` award in a 2009 White House ceremony recognizing his life of professional achievement and civic contribution.

Mr. Lemon is an inductee in the elite special operations 75th Rangers `Ranger Hall of Fame`, holds a Bachelors Degree in Speech, a Masters of Science degree in Business Administration and was proclaimed `Humanitarian Alumni of the Year` at his graduate alma mater.

Author of Beyond the Medal, A Journey from Their Hearts to Yours and executive producer of the documentary Beyond the Medal of Honor, Mr. Lemon donated his book to the 32,000 secondary schools in the United States and in partnership with his friend Ross Perot, gave the documentary, with curriculum, to over 17,000 public and private high schools to inspire our youth to become worthy citizens. Mr. Lemon continues to volunteer his time with our children, advocating positive decisions and motivating them to live their dreams.

Mr. Lemon`s passion for life is contagious. In his spirited, charismatic `storyteller` style, Mr. Lemon challenges and encourages us to make a difference, impacting the way we think, live and work.

Publications

Beyond the Medal: A Journey from Their Hearts to Yours

Beyond the Medal, has been praised by many, including the oldest literary club in the United States. The book was written in response to his children`s question about the recipients of the Congressional Medal of Honor. Mr. Lemon donated his book to the 32,000 secondary schools in America.

In Beyond the Medal, the recipients tell in their own words about the people and incidents that have shaped their lives. Although they have gone where we may not, you will discover these exemplary individuals are similar to you and me. They are farmers, businessmen, politicians: sons from all walks of life. This book will make you feel proud to be one of them - an American.

Titles

An Evening With Pete Lemon