Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray
Keynote Speaker: Adventurers of Camino de Santiago, Disability Advocates, Inspirational Storytellers
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Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray Biography
Two best friends, Justin Skeesuck and Patrick Gray, walked The Way of St. James, more commonly known as the Camino de Santiago, a 500-mile epic pilgrimage across the vast terrain of northern Spain. What is unique about this journey is the fact that Skeesuck was pushed in a wheelchair by Gray and others the entire way.
Born a little over 36 hours apart in the same town and in the same hospital, they have grown up together, traveled together and navigated many of life’s challenges together. Over the past 20+ years, a progressive neuromuscular disease has slowly taken away Skeesuck’s ability to use of his arms and legs. From each morning until night, he requires daily assistance in almost every aspect of daily life.
Though immensely challenging, Skeesuck's disease has never decreased his capacity to live life to the fullest and he has maintains a positive attitude through it all. In the spring of 2012, Skeesuck asked Gray what he thought about tackling the Camino. Gray’s response was simple and direct: “I’ll push you.”
Two years later, they started their journey and had no idea how they would make the 500 miles from France to the Cathedral of Santiago; over several mountain ranges like the Pyrenees, through rivers and across the vast desert of Spain called the Meseta. Through it all, Skeesuck and Gray had to rely on the help and strength of friends, acquaintances and even complete strangers in order to navigate the many challenges they faced on their 34-day journey.
Since returning from Spain, they have used their heartfelt storytelling to share the comical details of their journey; the joys, the struggles, the beautiful relationships, and the lessons they learned in faith, hope, love and friendship. Together they speak on the power of community and relationships in accomplishing seemingly impossible tasks, the importance of self-leadership and its impact on company results, faith, friendship, and what it takes to overcome the limitations life has given you.
A husband and father of three children, Skeesuck looks at every new chapter of life as a challenge to be conquered. Professionally, he is called “The Disabled Traveler,” who teaches and encourages individuals with limited mobility to travel anywhere they choose. Additionally, he consults with tourism-centric and health care organizations to bring greater access to the disabled community.
Gray is also a husband and father of three children. A registered nurse and former health care administration director, he uses his skill sets and expertise to assist Skeesuck in traveling and with the many aspects of The Disabled Traveler.
Skeesuck and Gray have been featured and interviewed on NBC, ABC, Fox & Friends, The Huffington Post, People.com, The Meredith Vieira Show, and worldwide news media outlets. They offer both live and virtual events, including team coaching sessions and film screenings of their movie "I’ll Push You," accompanied by Q&A sessions to engage deeply with their audiences.
Both Skeesuck and Gray are based out of the Boise, Idaho area.
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Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray Speaking Topics
Justin and Patrick draw on their work and life experiences, delving into what they believe is the most important attribute of an effective leader: vulnerability. Learn how being vulnerable aided them on their 500 mile journey through Spain and how it can bring strength to your team or business, create loyalty within your workforce, and can generate greatness where stagnancy once prevailed.
With the increase in technology, our societies have become increasingly socially isolated. Join Justin and Patrick as they share stories and observations on the impact healthy relationships lead to community, and how a healthy community can take you places you never thought possible.
We live in a society that is quick to point out the limitations individuals possess. But what if limits did not define an individual? What if there was a way to push beyond limitations. Justin and Patrick teach and share how they have defied perceived limitations and achieved what many said was impossible.
Many thought they were foolish for attempting to walk 500 miles along the Camino de Santiago with Justin living life from a wheelchair. Some even told them they couldn’t accomplish it. For Justin and Patrick, the trek was something they had to do. Knowing full well that they could not be successful on their own, they set out with one wheelchair and two backpacks. Their faith was rewarded as they navigated the vast terrain of Spain, and they continue to take each step of life in faith. Join them as they explore moving from a posture of fear to standing triumphant in faith.
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What topics does Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray speak about?
Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business Growth, Change Management, Christian, Inspirational, Motivational, Peak Performance, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Entrepreneurship, TED, Leadership, Business Consulting and Overcoming Adversity.
Where does Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray travel from?
Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray generally travels from Eagle, ID, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray for your next private or corporate function.
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AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
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If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Business Growth, Change Management and Christian. The estimated speaking fee range to book Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray for live events is $30,000 - $50,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray generally travels from Eagle, ID, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Vince Poscente, Alden Mills and JP Pawliw-Fry. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray for an upcoming event.
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Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray Speaking Topics
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Leadership: Leading Through Vulnerability
Justin and Patrick draw on their work and life experiences, delving into what they believe is the most important attribute of an effective leader: vulnerability. Learn how being vulnerable aided them on their 500 mile journey through Spain and how it can bring strength to your team or business, create loyalty within your workforce, and can generate greatness where stagnancy once prevailed.
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The Power of Community: The Importance of Community in Creating Successful Lives
With the increase in technology, our societies have become increasingly socially isolated. Join Justin and Patrick as they share stories and observations on the impact healthy relationships lead to community, and how a healthy community can take you places you never thought possible.
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Pushing Beyond Limitations: Limitations Should Never Define You
We live in a society that is quick to point out the limitations individuals possess. But what if limits did not define an individual? What if there was a way to push beyond limitations. Justin and Patrick teach and share how they have defied perceived limitations and achieved what many said was impossible.
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Faith in Action: Relying on What You Cannot See
Many thought they were foolish for attempting to walk 500 miles along the Camino de Santiago with Justin living life from a wheelchair. Some even told them they couldn’t accomplish it. For Justin and Patrick, the trek was something they had to do. Knowing full well that they could not be successful on their own, they set out with one wheelchair and two backpacks. Their faith was rewarded as they navigated the vast terrain of Spain, and they continue to take each step of life in faith. Join them as they explore moving from a posture of fear to standing triumphant in faith.
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How do I book Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $30,000 - $50,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray speak about?
Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business Growth, Change Management, Christian, Inspirational, Motivational, Peak Performance, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Entrepreneurship, TED, Leadership, Business Consulting and Overcoming Adversity. -
Where does Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray travel from?
Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray generally travels from Eagle, ID, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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