Meet the Event Speakers!
Meet the speakers for the activities, demonstrations, and events at Abilities Expo Fort Lauderdale! They bring years of experience and knowledge to the events they will share with you. Many are recognized regionally and nationally for their ongoing work with the disability community. All Abilities Expo speakers have apparent and non-apparent disabilities, work in the disability field, or are the sibling or parent of a person with disabilities.
There's a lot to explore at Abilities Expo! Also check out the Exhibitors and Workshops.
* The dates, times, topics, and speakers for these events are subject to change without notice. The opinions presented at the events are those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent the opinions of Abilities Expo. Event content should not be considered as a replacement or substitute for the services of trained professionals in any field, including, but not limited to, financial, medical, or legal matters. We encourage you to seek the advice of professionals, as appropriate, regarding the evaluation of any specific information presented in these events.
Sydney Collier, Paralympic Equestriane
Paralympic Equestrian Sydney Collier is 26 years old, she represented the USA in the 20214 World Equestrian Games at 16 years old and the 2016 Rio Paralympic Games at 18 years old. Was named reserve for Tokyo 2021 & Paris 2024!
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Deaf Music Ensemble
The Deaf Music Ensemble is a group of Deaf Adults that perform music by using American Sign Language and Dance.
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Kristin Hartness
Public awareness and education are very important to CDK – so important that they travel the country to talk to students of all grade levels, civic groups, religious groups, and businesses about assistance dogs. CDK also offers different ways to help educate the public about service dogs including Educational Presentations, Booth Event Participation, Americans with Disability (ADA) consulting. Members of CDK staff and volunteers travel all over the country for these opportunities. Please contact us to learn more about how we might participate in your school, business, or community event.
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Event: All About Service Dogs
The Rollettes Los Angeles
The Rollettes Los Angeles is a team of women who have created a community that redefines what it means to be strong, female, and resilient. With dance, community outreach, education programs and content creation they dazzle and push the boundaries that others place in the way. Their mission statement is "Women Empowering Women with Disabilities to Live Boundlessly and Shift Perspectives Through Dance".
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Event: Dance with The Rollettes and Special Rollettes Dance Performance
Sunrise Medical / RGK Wheelchairs
Sunrise Medical is committed to improving people's lives. Sunrise Medical is a global leader in the development, design, manufacturing, and distribution of innovative, high-quality assistive mobility devices and services. Distributed in more than 130 countries under its own 18 proprietary brands, the key products include manual and power wheelchairs, power assist products, pediatric and geriatric therapeutic devices, mobility scooters, daily living aids, and more. Operating in 23 countries, Sunrise Medical Group is headquartered in Malsch, Germany, and employs over 2,800 associates worldwide. Learn more at: SunriseMedical.com.
Event: Game On: Jim Black's Guide to Wheelchair Pickleball
USTA Florida Wheelchair Tennis
USTA Florida Wheelchair Tennis is the hub of all things Florida wheelchair tennis. As a volunteer organization we not only help people play tennis; we also help build communities. Our mission is to promote and develop tennis for all! From youth to college to adult, we make tennis fun for all. We work with public and private facilities and organizations across the state to create more opportunities for you to play. That's our mission and we're pretty proud of it. Visit our website to learn how you can get started playing tennis, where to play, answers to common questions, and more.
Event: Tennis for All!
Wings to Fly Dance Company
Wings to Fly Dance Company is a non-profit dance organization that offers inclusive opportunities providing the opportunity for everyone to have a chance to dance. This professional company touches your soul through music and dance in ways that are beyond words. To learn more please visit www.wtfdc.org.
Event: Wings to Fly Dance Company + Inclusive Dance Class