Eric McElvenny- Paralympian & Marine Corps Veteran

VIRTUAL EVENTS AVAILABLE - "Not only were the conference evaluations outstanding, the evaluations of Eric's work were absolute best, #1." Eric earned a mechanical engineering degree at the United States Naval Academy while preparing for his service as a Marine Corps Infantry Officer. Eric deployed three times as a Marine and on his final tour, was wounded in Afghanistan after stepping on an IED. Eric suffered the amputation of his right leg below the knee, a life-changing opportunity that began his next journey. Faced with a physical challenge and an uncertain future, Eric made a promise to himself to run an Ironman Triathlon. On his journey from the hospital bed to the Ironman World Championships, he realized that the challenge and adversity he was up against and the techniques he used to reach the finish line could be used against the challenges we all entertain. Everyone's experiences differ, but Eric shares what motivated him and how he was able to maintain an overall positive attitude. How looking at the situation through a different lens played a big rule in that attitude. It's a fun presentation. It's interactive, you'll probably convince Eric to take his leg off and I guarantee you'll laugh at some points and come on the verge of tears at others. *Eric personally tailors each presentation to fit the needs of the event planner. Eric also loves spending time, both before and after the event, with the team members and audience to form great relationships. KEYNOTE and PROGRAM INFORMATION EMBRACE CHALLENGES Format: 45-60 minute Keynote presentation. Eric's signature talk explores the characteristics, traits and actions he found most useful in his journey from the hospital bed to the Ironman World Championship finish line. During this presentation, Eric gives his audience tools and techniques to overcoming life's obstacles through funny and emotional stories. This program is perfect for: Corporate Events Meetings/Conferences Schools and Universities Athletic Teams The audience will leave with: Skills to adapt to changes and challenges Tactics on how to develop a mindset to achieve more than just the 'bare minumum' Ability to look for the 'positives' that come from any situation TEAM IS THE THEME Format: 45-60 minute Keynote presentation. Eric emphasizes the importance of a team and the key characteristics that a team should exhibit to work cohesively. He pulls from his sports experience, Marine service and endurance athlete career to bring his audience tools for success. This program is perfect for: Team Building Management Teams Coaches Athletics The audience will leave with: Strategies on how to set big goals, and actually follow through Inspiration to work for what you want Ability to stop making excuses FAITH BASED Format: 45-60 minute presentation. Eric is a Christian and has a deep relationship with the LORD. This is where his strength comes from. Eric is currently a Seminary student studying at Bethel Seminary San Diego. Sometimes it is easiest for us to see God's work when looking through the rear-view mirror. God's fingerprints are found along the paths of our lives and Eric explores some of those in his life's story. This program is perfect for: Church Services Community Events The audience will leave with: Ways to form a deeper relationship in your faith Ability to see the silver lining How to deal with adversity and see the bigger picture