“A Story That Inspires”

Born with Cerebral Palsy and told he’d never walk on his own, Vance overcame the impossible. Not only did he walk, he became the First and Only 2X Ninja Warrior Champion. With a story of overcoming obstacles on and off the ninja course, this speech is something “people need to hear…”

Speaker.

Overcomer.

Champion.

Whatever it Takes.

No matter the obstacle, Vance did “Whatever it Takes.” Through a Cerebral Palsy diagnosis, bullying, burnout, devastating losses, and high performance competitions, Vance proved that anything is possible with the right mindset. Through storytelling, Vance not only inspires, but teaches how he overcomes any obstacles and performs at the highest level.

Past Clients & Testimonials

Testimonials

“Can’t thank you enough. You were THE perfect Keynote for our gala.” -Michelle Trickett-Golino, ACETSS

“Thank you, Vance! It was great having you with us and hearing your story - truly inspiring.” -Michel Chelnokov, Excel Impact

“You are already making a difference!” Alex Matseikovich, Excel Impact

“The Motivational Speaker was amazing…” -Governor’s Small Business Summit

“The Keynote Speaker Vance Walker was very motivating and inspirational.” -Governor’s Small Business Summit

“Great choice on Keynote Speaker he was very inspiring.” -Governor’s Small Business Summit

“The panels and Guest Speaker were really helpful and engaging.” -Governor’s Small Business Summit

“Sharing your journey with the Dreamers and their caregivers was very impactful. I am still getting comments from them about how much you inspired them” -Tiffany Houston, Shine Foundation Canada

“On behalf of the Board of Directors of Shine, I wanted to thank you so much for your support of our Summit this week! Your opening and story was so impactful to the Dreamers and everyone else and a great way to kick off the week.” -Brian Henderson, Shine Foundation Canada

About Vance’s Story

Born a month premature after his mother spent 4 months in labor in the hospital, Vance was diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy and told he’d never walk without braces on his legs. His mom didn’t take “No” for an answer, and taught him to do Whatever it Takes to achieve his dreams. She’d tighten his braces more than the doctors did, stretch his legs at home, and took him to physical therapy to make sure he’d have a chance at a normal life. This mindset stuck with Vance, and he did Whatever it Took to walk, then run, then to become the first and only 2X American Ninja Warrior Champion. His path wasn’t easy, Vance dealt with being bullied, not fitting in, having to work harder than everyone else for the same goal, and tragic losses along the way. No matter what the challenge was, Vance fought for what he loved, no matter how difficult- Whatever it Takes. His story goes through the diagnosis and early childhood to him eventually taking off the braces and trying different sports; We then hear about him finding Ninja Warrior, finally fitting in and finding what he was good at. He starts achieving success, then faces a massive loss that he doesn’t know if he can come back from. He goes over burnout, finding your “why”, and how to come back from failure and loss. He finds his way again, coming back to become the most successful person in the history of his sport, showing how you can achieve anything with the right mindset- knowing your “why” and doing Whatever it Takes.

Speaking Reel & Demo

Unedited Speech Outro-

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