ABOUT ME

My passion and goal are to motivate you with life-changing inspiration through my work as a public speaker and Diversity & Inclusion Consultant.

Let’s start with a flashback of my birth: I wasn’t breathing and was pronounced dead. Fifteen minutes later, I filled the room with wailing, declaring myself ready to take on the world. I was diagnosed with cerebral palsy and doctors told my mother I would never walk, never read, and other dire predictions. I have proved the doctors and other critics wrong throughout my life surpassing expectations and even going to college. I have become one of the leading experts on the topic of Diversity and Inclusion as well as an award-winning public speaker and critically acclaimed author.

My ability to overcome extreme adversity makes me a compelling and original public speaker. My speaking will not only will entertain your audiences but will motivate them in the true spirit of accomplishment of overcoming adversity.

As a leading DE&I Expert, I embody diversity, equity and inclusion. I have coached, guided, and mentored many corporate clients in the areas of diversity, equity and inclusion. He has empowered these clients with the knowledge to make positive changes.

Many satisfied past clients include Coca-Cola, Home Depot Headquarters, Comcast, Chick-Fil-A, Prudential, Southern Polytechnic University, Asbury College, Charleston State University, Kennesaw State University, civic and nonprofit organizations, faith-based organizations, and schools.

Experience

CEO\Founder
Unconfined Life Institute, Inc
Jun 1998 – Present

Unconfined Life Institute, Inc is the leading provider of DEI Consulting as well as motivational speaking. Specific accomplishments include

  • Created developed and presented engaging and original motivational speaking presentations that not only entertained audiences but motivated them in the true spirit of accomplishment and overcoming adversity.
  • Coached, guided, and mentored corporate clients in the areas of diversity and inclusion, empowering these clients with the knowledge to make positive changes.
  • Researched and advised corporate clients on diversity and inclusion topics and orchestrated programs, training, and events that further the DE&I strategy while aligning them with the client’s business objectives.
  • Partnered with leadership, business units, and diversity councils to provide advice, guidance, and strategies that drive diversity and inclusion outcomes for corporate clients.
  • Wrote two critically acclaimed books on overcoming adversity. One of which was a nominee for Georgia Author of the Year.

EDUCATION

Life Purpose Institute Inc.
Certification in Success, Life, and Career Coaching, Life Coaching
2011 – 2012

InSight Institution
Certification in Individual and Team dynamics, Human Behavior
2009 – 2010

Southern Polytechnic State University
Bachelor of Science (BS) Technical and Professional Communication
1995 – 1998

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS

2018 Certification in Diversity & Inclusion: National Diversity Council - Houston, TX

2010 Certification in Life and Career Coaching: Life Purpose Institute – San Diego, CA

2008 Certification in Human Behavior: Insight Institute - Kansas City, MO

2000 Certification in Church Planting by North American Mission Board – Norcross, GA

1993 - 1995 Pre-Law studies: Nicholls State University - Thibodaux, LA

AWARDS

Georgia Author of the Year Nominee

Galaxy Award (Most Accomplished Disabled Entrepreneur)

Georgia Department of Labor Award (Outstanding Achievement)

National Speakers Association Member

Georgia Speakers Association Member

Recognized and accepted by Wildwood Church as an Ordained Minister

Recognized and accepted by the North American Mission Board as a Vocational Evangelist