About Lex Gillette
Lex Gillette is the most accomplished totally blind long and triple jumper in the history of the U.S. Paralympic movement — and the most decorated Paralympic long jumper in history. A five-time Paralympic medalist, four-time long jump world champion, and 24-time national champion, he made history as the first totally blind athlete to eclipse the 22-foot barrier in the long jump — a defining moment in a trailblazing career.
While many of his peers spent childhood riding bikes or shooting hoops, Lex faced a far greater challenge. At eight years old, he began losing his sight due to recurrent retinal detachments. After ten unsuccessful surgeries, his sight was gone. It was then that his mother, Verdina Gillette, had the heartbreaking task of telling her son he would likely never see again. But she also made a promise — that she would teach him everything he needed to thrive in life. Her strength and unwavering love became the foundation of his future success.
Speaking Topics
- Remove the Blindfold: Lex explores the idea of blindfolds, how they appear in our lives and amongst our teams, and what we can do to remove them to see the world with more clarity and truth.
- No Need For Sight When You Have a Vision®: Lex explores the importance of vision, how it plays a critical role in our ability to break down barriers and accomplish our biggest goals, and how the presence of a vision establishes a framework for endless potential and achievement.
- Connection is the New Currency: We will traverse through the 13-year relationship between Lex and his guide Wesley Williams, and how a real and authentic connection has helped propel Lex to dominance on the global stage. You will leave this session with a firm understanding of the power skills needed to build and maintain real connection, and how that connection helps drive teams to dominance in the arena of life that matters most to them.
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