Will Frentz

Leadership. Resilience. Inclusion. Nearly two decades representing the U.S. Deaf Men’s National Team. A lifetime of breaking barriers.

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Will Frentz is a longtime member and former captain of the U.S. Deaf Men’s National Team whose story spans elite sport, leadership, Deaf advocacy, and overcoming barriers.Born profoundly Deaf, Will grew up navigating both the Deaf and hearing worlds. American Sign Language was his first language, and he received his first cochlear implant at age five. Soccer became a place where communication looked different and where his ability to lead could speak for itself.Over nearly two decades representing the United States, Will has competed internationally at Deaf World Cups, the Deaflympics and the Pan American Games, including years serving as national team captain.Away from the field, Will has built a career in business, philanthropy and U.S. Soccer while advocating for greater opportunities for Deaf and hard-of-hearing people. His presentations combine personal storytelling, humor and lessons from sport to challenge audiences to rethink resilience, leadership, communication and inclusion.

Leadership Without Limits
Lessons from nearly two decades representing the United States on leadership, communication, accountability, and earning trust across generations.

Resilience Is Built
A personal story of growing up profoundly Deaf, navigating adversity and setbacks, and continuing to compete at the international level.

Beyond Accessibility
What navigating both Deaf and hearing worlds can teach organizations about inclusion, communication, and creating environments where people can succeed differently.

“Will Frentz delivered an outstanding presentation. His engaging style, deep knowledge, and authentic commitment resonated throughout the session. It was one of the most memorable highlights of our conference.”

Kentucky Rehabilitation Association

“Will’s presentation was both empowering and inspiring. He challenged us to think deeply about our roles as advocates and reminded us of the transformative power of inclusion and collaboration.”

Lisa Kovacs
Hands & Voices Director of Programs

“Will’s story of resilience and fearlessness moved my students and young professionals to think differently about how they will evolve as leaders. His journey to U.S. team captain showed that great leaders can be both incredibly hardworking and incredibly kind. I would recommend Will as a speaker to any group.”

Professor Nat Measley, MPA
University of Delaware Entrepreneurial Leadership Program