Michael Hingson
New York Times Best-selling Author & International Speaker
Michael Hingson is a New York Times best-selling author and international lecturer. Michael, blind since birth, survived the 9/11 attacks with the help of his guide dog Roselle. This story is the subject of his best-selling book, Thunder Dog.
Hingson gives over 100 presentations around the world each year speaking to influential groups such as Exxon Mobile, AT&T, Federal Express, Scripps College, Rutgers University, Children’s Hospital, and the American Red Cross just to name a few. Hingson is Ambassador for the National Braille Literacy Campaign for the National Federation of the Blind and also serves as Ambassador for the American Humane Association’s 2012 Hero Dog Awards.
In countless TV and radio appearances, feature articles, and speaking engagements, Hingson does much more than simply tell his own 9-11 story; he continuously explores the broader lessons of his life and experiences inspiring and motivating audiences with topics such as:
- Trust & Teamwork
- Human-Animal Bond
- Inclusion vs. Diversity
- Strategies for the Future
- Adapting in Challenging Times
Michael’s Program Ideas
- Michael Hingson Speaker Overview
New York Times Best-selling Author and International Speaker - Out of the Ashes
Learning to Survive in a Changing World - Labrador Lessons from a Canine Hero
Michael and Guide Dog Africa: Ultimate Trust & Teamwork - Thinking Inside the Box
Preparing Your Lifeskills Toolbox - Turning the Tales on Terrorism
Lessons from the Twin Towers - Trust & Teamwork
Lessons from 9/11 - Then Incredible Power of the Human-Animal Bond
Lessons from a Guide Dog Team - Is this the Choice that wil Change Your Life?
Strategies for Success in a Challenging World - Ethics: The Real Bottom Line
Bringing Transparency Back - Moving Beyond Diversity
Going from the Status quo to Inclusion