Scotty Smiley, a former U.S. Army officer, transforms the concept of overcoming adversity through his extraordinary journey from losing his eyesight in Iraq to becoming the first blind active duty officer in military history.
As author of the acclaimed memoir "Hope Unseen," Scotty has earned prestigious recognitions including the MacArthur Leadership Award and ESPN ESPY Award. His remarkable achievements extend beyond military service to completing an IronMan competition and earning an MBA from Duke University before excelling in finance.
Scotty equips organizations with practical strategies for navigating change and uncertainty by drawing from his personal experience of adapting to blindness while maintaining peak performance. His insights on resilience help teams develop mental toughness and innovative problem-solving approaches essential in today's rapidly evolving business landscape.
Audiences gain actionable frameworks for building resilience during challenging transitions, practical leadership techniques for guiding teams through adversity, and proven methods for maintaining focus and determination when facing seemingly insurmountable obstacles.
Book Scotty Smiley to inspire your organization with authentic lessons on hope, perseverance and the unlimited potential that exists beyond perceived limitations.
How can I book Scotty Smiley for my next event?
Email scotty.smiley@getapeptalk.com, or call us on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience.
PepTalk are the official speaking agents for Scotty Smiley available to book for corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity endorsements, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about Scotty Smiley's speaking fees, availability, and booking process for private business functions, industry conferences, and team events. For media interviews, charity appearances, or personal matters, we recommend contacting Scotty directly.
What topics does Scotty Smiley specialise in?
Scotty Smiley specialises in discussing blind military service, motivational speaking, overcoming adversity and more.
What is Scotty Smiley's speaking style like?
Scotty delivers engaging, wisdom-filled presentations that inspire and motivate. Audiences appreciate his authentic storytelling, practical advice, and ability to connect through personal experience and resilience. Highly recommended for corporate events.
Does Scotty Smiley offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, Scotty Smiley offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.
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