Meet the Talent
Johnathan Norris: Influencer | Actor | Advocate
Bookings: Francina Pleasant
Johnathan Norris is an inspirational speaker, aspiring actor, and advocate born with osteogenesis imperfecta (brittle bone disease). Despite a lifetime of challenges, he has become known for his humor, infectious personality, and unwavering resilience. Through authentic storytelling, he inspires audiences to embrace life’s obstacles with courage, faith, and joy while reminding others that true strength comes from the spirit, not physical ability. Available for keynote speaking, schools, healthcare events, community organizations, podcasts, media appearances, commercials, television, and film opportunities.
Johnathan on Social Media: @4_wheel_j
KD Hill: Motivational Speaker | Author
Bookings: KD Hill
KD Hill is a keynote speaker, author, and former Ole Miss football player whose life changed after surviving a near-fatal accident that resulted in the loss of his right leg. Through powerful storytelling and practical leadership principles, he inspires students, educators, healthcare professionals, athletic teams, and organizations to overcome adversity, build resilience, and lead with purpose. His message reminds audiences that the greatest barriers aren't the ones you can see, they're the ones you carry.
KD on Social Media: @grindkd_55
Matthew Shapiro: Consultant | Advocate | Lobbyist | Public Speaker
Bookings: Matthew Shapiro
As a person with a disability, Matthew Shapiro has spent most of his life motivated to teach those he has met how to better understand the disability community and inclusion. Through this work it has become his life’s mission to educate others regarding disability related issues. With this thought in mind, in December of 2014, he created 6 Wheels Consulting. Working with those in both the private and public sectors he hopes to expand their understanding of disabilities and inclusion to give them the tools they can use in any environment. Matthew has had the privilege of sitting on numerous disability boards and speaking at a variety of conferences both locally and nationally.
Matthew on Social Media: @6wheelsconsulting
Milosz Gasior: Pianist with Autism
Bookings: Bozena Gasior
Award-winning pianist and barrier-breaking artist transforming lives through the healing power of music. As a minimally verbal artist honored as “Mr. Inspirational,” Milosz made history as the first piano major with autism to graduate from the Pinellas County Center for the Arts in its 35-year history. Letting his piano speak where words cannot, he brings solace and hope to patients through weekly service at Moffitt Cancer Center and Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital. Recognized with the Outstanding Youth Award by physicians and hospital leaders, his heart for service defines his artistic mission. From hospital rooms to TEDx and international stages, Milosz proves that music transcends limits to comfort and heal.
Milosz on Social Media: @asdvirtuoso Hear him play! WEDU PBS Art Plus