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Newsletter 5.19

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A Personal Message from Marc Goldman

A Personal Message from Marc Goldman

My continued thanks to all who have received and commented on my book, “Embracing Inclusion: People With Disabilities Enriching the Workplace”. Many have asked if there is going to be a follow up. I have always given it a second

Damon Brooks Associates December 7, 2018December 11, 2018 Books Read more

Gabriel Cordell Rolls Pikes Peak

Gabriel Cordell Rolls Pikes Peak

Q: What was the inspiration for the “Roll With Me” concept? It began by a promise that I made to myself when I was eighteen years old. That by the time I turned forty-five, I will have accomplished something extraordinary.

Christopher Cleary October 29, 2018October 29, 2018 Keynote Speaker, Speaker Read more

Newsletter Update 4/14

Springtime Greetings! As the new Director for Damon Brooks, I want to share some updates about our boutique speaker’s bureau:  My name is Justin Smith. I have over 15 years of experience in sales and marketing, most recently for an

Damon Brooks Associates April 14, 2022April 14, 2022 Uncategorized Read more

Pandemic Hitting Families Of Those With Disabilities Harder

Pandemic Hitting Families Of Those With Disabilities Harder

Family caregivers of people with disabilities are experiencing isolation, anxiety and other ill-effects from the coronavirus pandemic in far greater numbers than others, according to new research. Findings from a handful of new surveys are trickling out looking at how

Christopher Cleary August 28, 2020August 28, 2020 Caregivers, COVID Read more

Happy Pride 2019

Happy Pride 2019

LGBTQ Pride Month is celebrated each year in the month of June to honor the 1969 Stonewall riots in New York City, which is commemorating its 50th anniversary this year. In June of 1969, patrons and supporters of the Stonewall Inn staged

Christopher Cleary June 25, 2019June 27, 2019 LGBTQ, Representation Read more

Clothing For Kids With Special Needs

Clothing For Kids With Special Needs

Kohl’s is introducing sensory-friendly and adaptive clothing for kids, becoming the latest retailer to offer up apparel designed to meet the needs of people with various disabilities. The department store said this month that it’s rolling out a range of

Christopher Cleary June 18, 2019June 27, 2019 Clothing Read more

History Making Tony Award Winner Ali Stroker

History Making Tony Award Winner Ali Stroker

On Sunday night, Ali Stroker became the first person who uses a wheelchair to win a Tony Award. “This award is for every kid who is watching tonight who has a disability, who has a limitation or a challenge, who has

Christopher Cleary June 10, 2019June 27, 2019 Awards, History, Theater Read more

Geri Jewell in HBO’s Deadwood Movie

Geri Jewell in HBO’s Deadwood Movie

Geri Jewell is getting ready for her close-up. The comedian, author, actress, and keynote speaker is starring in the long-awaited “Deadwood” film based on the Golden Globe and Emmy-winning HBO series set in 1876. “Deadwood” explores how the richest gold strike in U.S.

Christopher Cleary May 16, 2019June 1, 2019 Comedian, Keynote Speaker, Speaker, Television Read more

Kat Cressida, A Busy Voice Actress Who Almost Lost That Voice To Cancer

Kat Cressida, A Busy Voice Actress Who Almost Lost That Voice To Cancer

She survived a rare form of cancer in a part of her body that threatened both her life and career. After years of uncertainty and treatment, she’s grateful that the recording jobs are as plentiful as ever.After years of uncertainty

Christopher Cleary May 15, 2019May 16, 2019 Keynote Speaker, Speaker, Voiceover Read more

State Park Track Chair Program

State Park Track Chair Program

There is a new program at one of the Colorado State Parks, it’s called the Track-Chair Program. ​ Staunton State Park opened in May of 2013, thanks to the generous donation of 1,720 acres from Frances Staunton in 1986. The

Christopher Cleary May 10, 2019May 16, 2019 Technology Read more

Passover

Passover

Passover is a festival of freedom. It commemorates the Israelites’ Exodus from Egypt, and their transition from slavery to freedom. The main ritual of Passover is the seder, which occurs on the first two night (in Israel just the first night) of the holiday — a festive meal

Christopher Cleary April 10, 2019April 10, 2019 History, Representation Read more

Kat Cressida “Speechless”

Kat Cressida “Speechless”

Kat is an internationally recognized voiceover artist. Her list of credits reads like a Who’s Who and includes Disney Studios Animation, Dee Dee on Dexter’s Laboratory, Marvel’s Electra, the Star Trek On Line video game, the Avatar video game as

Christopher Cleary March 28, 2019April 25, 2019 Keynote Speaker, Speaker, Voiceover Read more
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Today's newsletter was inspired by @stephthehammer Today's newsletter was inspired by @stephthehammer, a fantastic keynote speaker, new author and adaptive fitness athlete and trainer. We are very excited to have her on our team. Check out her high energy virtual fitness classes or inquire about her interesting array of presentation topics and styles.
Honored to welcome speaker John Hendry to the team Honored to welcome speaker John Hendry to the team. John is an accomplished consultant, workshop presenter and International speaker who focuses on inclusion, parenting and special education. Check out his page - https://damonbrooks.com/john-hendry/
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