Disability & Adversity Speakers

Diagnosed with Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy as a child, Kyle Pease had grown up supporting his athlete brothers Brent and Evan from the sidelines. While his condition limited his ability to play sports, it didn't dampen Kyle's passion for them, nor did it stop the Pease family from including Kyle in everything. Neither he nor his family treated his disability like a tragedy, and instead used it to fuel his dreams and spirit; from rolling his wheelchair up Bridal Veil Falls in Yosemite National Park to zipping down snow-covered Colorado slopes, there was never a dull moment with the Pease family. Where there was a wheel, there was a way - to adventure! Brent and Kyle speak to audiences across the nation, sharing their message of inclusion and define what is truly possible. Their presentations interweave both their perspectives of PEASY life and their KONA quest, and Kyle and Brent recount the experiences that shaped the undying bond that has resonated between them since childhood; through their strength and tenacity audiences are inspired to stand up, face their own challenges and embrace change.

Fee Range: $12,500–$12,500
Travels From: GA

Fee Range: $6,500–$10,500
Travels From: CO

Fee Range: $15,000–$25,000
Travels From: TX

Fee Range: $20,000–$28,000
Travels From: CO

•At the age of eleven, she developed two rare neurological conditions, transverse myelitis and acute disseminated encephalomyelitis, which left her in a vegetative coma for 4 years and unable to use her legs for nearly a decade •Won a Gold Medal and three Silver Medals in the London Paralympic Games for swimming as well as multiple World, American, and Pan American Records •On-air TV personality for ESPN, reporting for the X-Games, the Invictus Games, and SportsCenter, to name a few •Was a 2017 semi-finalist on ABC’s Dancing with the Stars, and has since made many more major media appearances, including on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, and in People Magazine, among others

Fee Range: $15,000–$20,000
Travels From: MA

Fee Range: $25,000–$40,000
Travels From: ME

•Sustained burns on 100% of his body after childhood accident, with a 1% chance to survive •Best-selling author of the book, On Fire: The 7 Choices to Ignite a Radically Inspired Life •Reminds audience of the significance of daily attitudes, the power of gratitude, and the impact of serving others with courage

Fee Range: $10,000–$30,000
Travels From: MO

Nick faced tremendous obstacles in life from, living life without limbs, to being bullied at school and fearful for his future with no purpose in sight. Without hope, his feelings of helplessness and isolation led him to attempt suicide. Nick persevered through life’s challenges and discovered key principles which enabled him to find his purpose and turn obstacles into opportunities; making him one of the most sought-after keynote speakers in the world! Millions of people have found hope, purpose and the strength to overcome their challenges through Nick’s inspirational speeches and powerful coaching.

Fee Range: $25,000–$88,000
Travels From: TX

Amy Purdy is the top-ranked female adaptive snowboarder in the U.S., a three-time World Cup Para-Snowboard Gold Medalist, and the 2018 Paralypic Silver and Bronze Medalist, and co-founder of Adaptive Action Sports, a non-profit organization which helps disabled youth, young adults and wounded veterans get involved with action sports. She is also a Dancing With The Stars Finalist actress, fashion designer and self-proclaimed “Fembot”. Challenging herself while making a positive impact on the world is a true testament to Amy’s spirit.

Fee Range: $40,000–$70,000
Travels From: CO

Fee Range: $20,000–$38,000

Jill was a 37-year-old Harvard-trained and published brain scientist when a blood vessel exploded in her brain. Through the eyes of a curious neuroanatomist, she watched her mind deteriorate whereby she could not walk, talk, read, write, or recall any of her life. Because of her understanding of how the brain works, her respect for the cells composing her human form, and an amazing mother, Jill completely recovered her mind, brain and body. In My Stroke of Insight: A Brain Scientist's Personal Journey, Jill shares with us her recommendations for recovery and the insight she gained into the unique functions of the right and left halves of her brain. Based upon her academic training and personal experience, Jill helps others not only rebuild their brains from trauma, but helps those of us with normal brains better understand how we can maximize our quality of life. Jill pushes the envelope in our understanding about how we can consciously influence the neural circuitry underlying what we think, how we feel, and how we react to life’s circumstances. A film on her life is due to be released in last 2016.

Fee Range: $25,000–$70,000
Travels From: IN

Fee Range: $25,000–$35,000
Travels From: CA

Fee Range: $20,000–$25,000
Travels From: MA

• Host of the weekly feature “Motivational Mondays with Roger Crawford,” which can be seen worldwide on Tennis Channel •Recipient of the prestigious ITA Achievement Award, presented by the •International Tennis Hall of Fame •Inducted into the National Speakers Association Hall of Fame •Member of the Hall of Fame for People with Disabilities (along with fellow honorees such as Christopher Reeve, Helen Keller, and former President Franklin Delano Roosevelt)

Fee Range: $12,000–$17,000
Travels From: CA

Fee Range: $15,000–$20,000
Travels From: CA

In March of 2012, a tornado ripped through the town of Henryville, Indiana. Stephanie Decker, a 37-year-old mother, found herself in a life-altering moment. As her house began to disintegrate around her, she shielded her two young children with her body. Her dream home fell in, crushing her legs, but because of her heroic actions, Stephanie’s children were amazingly unscathed. It was a miracle that she even survived and made it to the hospital. At that point, doctors determined that parts of both legs would need to be amputated. Since the accident, Stephanie has been featured on The Today Show, The Ellen Degeneres Show, ABC World News Tonight as “Person of the Week”, USA Today, USA Weekend, and People Magazine. She was featured in Successful Meetings list of Most Reliable Keynote Speakers who surpass expectations. She was also named as one of the L’Oreal’s 2014 Women of Worth Honorees and nominated for the 2015 Betty Jane France Humanitarian Award for her foundation work.

Fee Range: $7,000–$13,000
Travels From: IN

Fee Range: $7,000–$10,000
Travels From: Intl

Fee Range: $4,000–$15,000
Travels From: IN

Fee Range: $7,000–$20,000
Travels From: CA

Fee Range: $10,000–$17,000
Travels From: MO

Shawn Harper has overcome unbelievable challenges and reached his goals as a former NFL player, successful CEO, and an internationally acclaimed motivational speaker. He mesmerizes his audiences as he speaks about prevailing over obstacles and gaining personal and professional success. Having been an elite athlete, Shawn infuses the secrets of professional sports into corporate America and the everyday lives of students, executives and business owners.

Fee Range: $8,500–$20,000
Travels From: OH

Fee Range: $6,000–$8,000
Travels From: CA

In 1986, Ed Hearn fulfilled his childhood dream as a member of the World Series Champion New York Mets. The following year with the Kansas City Royals, he was set to make those big "million dollar bank deposits" today's professional athletes are accustomed to, when suddenly, a serious shoulder injury brought a premature end to a very promising and brilliant career. Less than six months after his baseball career ended, he was diagnosed with three potentially life threatening health conditions. Once a strong, vibrant professional athlete, he was reduced to a man who could barely care for himself. Ed hung on, though, and used these physical challenges to make the most incredible comeback of his life. While battling these very challenging health issues the past ten years, Ed Hearn has become one of this nation's most highly sought after motivational speakers. His courage, faith and determination speak volumes as we face life's challenges.

Fee Range: $3,000–$7,500
Travels From: KS

Fee Range: $25,000–$56,000
Travels From: GA