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BIO
TESTIMONIALS TOPIC
Craig MacFarlane
is a superstar in the hearts and minds of anyone who has watched him take on one
of life’s greatest blows - the total loss of his sight - and turn it into a
tower of inspiration for the world to see.
The victim of a tragic
accident at the age of 2, Craig went on to become a world-class athlete winning
over 100 gold medals in a variety of sports (the majority against sighted
competition) including wrestling, downhill skiing, water skiing and track &
field. As a downhill skier, Craig has been clocked at over 90 kilometers an
hour. In golf, he's shot a score of 91 using a technique he calls muscle memory.
Now, at the age of 45 Craig has had a profound impact on the lives of
many prominent people such as Wayne Gretzky, Gordie
Howe, Bobby Orr, Paul Newman, Mario Andretti, and Evander Holyfield.
NBC sports icon, Bob Costas,
narrated a documentary on Craig’s amazing life including his childhood, sports
accomplishments, music, and personal achievements. Craig travels extensively
without the use of a guide dog or cane and has spoken at numerous corporate
conferences and at three Republican National Conventions.
President George W. Bush, speaking
about Craig’s passion for life, said “Children are our most precious resource.
Thank you for your commitment and dedication to teaching them that there are no
limits to what they can achieve. You are a great role model and an inspiration
to our younger generation”. Former president George
Bush Sr. considers Craig a close friend and wrote the foreword
to Craig’s life story titled “Inner Vision”.
Craig has brought his
message of Inner Vision and PRIDE - Perseverance, Respect, Individuality, Desire
and Enthusiasm to over 2500 schools throughout the United States, Canada, New
Zealand and Europe. Students are amazed and encouraged by his story. They are
left with a message of “Hope and Inspiration”! The Foundation is also
concentrating on blind students who are mainstreamed into the regular school
system so they can have a positive experience on the way to graduating high
school. In September 2007 the Foundation launched its inaugural weekend called
“Expanding Your Horizons”. It was a weekend experience which included activities
to build self-esteem, encourage team-work, improve skills and enhance family
time together.
TESTIMONIALS
Howard Cosell
"I've covered the sports beat for nearly 40 years of my life and worked with
all the great ones firsthand. Jackie Roosevelt Robinson, Muhammed Ali,
Johnny McEnroe...
Wayne Gretzky
"Craig has proven you can accomplish anything through hard work, dedication
and a lot of spirit."
TOPIC
Craig MacFarlane is a charismatic communicator with a powerful message that has
touched the hearts and minds of those who have been fortunate enough to listen
to him. He not only talks the talk but he walks the walk every day of his life.
Let Craig MacFarlane's wit, humour and long lasting message electrify your next
meeting.
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