Limitless Leader: Erik Weihenmayer
Join us August 18th!
5:00–7:30 pm | Green Center
The Limitless Leader Reception and Erik Weihenmayer’s Keynote Presentation will take place on August 18th in the Green Center! Reception doors will open at 5 pm where Erik will join guests for refreshments. His keynote and Q/A will take place in Bunker Auditorium from 6:00 – 7:30 pm.
*Open to all, seating is limited.
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About Erik
Erik Weihenmayer is one of the most celebrated and accomplished athletes in the world. In 2001, he became the only blind person in history to climb Mount Everest. When he stood on the top of Carstensz Pyramid in 2008, he completed his quest to climb all of the Seven Summits-the tallest peak on each of the seven continents.
Erik is the author of the best selling memoir, Touch the Top of the World, which was made into a feature film, as well as The Adversity Advantage, which shows readers how to turn everyday struggles into everyday greatness. His latest book, No Barriers: A Blind Man’s Journey to Kayak the Grand Canyon is more than an adventure story; it illuminates how we move forward in our lives towards growth and purpose – despite the barriers that get in our way. He is an internationally recognized speaker and brings his message of living a No Barriers Life to audiences around the world.
In September 2014, Erik and blinded Navy veteran, Lonnie Bedwell, kayaked the entire 277-miles of the Grand Canyon on the Colorado River, considered one of the most formidable whitewater venues in the world. Erik continually seeks out new adventures, focusing his efforts on empowering people traditionally swept to the sidelines of life. He founded an organization called No Barriers, which helps people with challenges tap into the human spirit, break through barriers, and contribute to the world.
A No Barriers Life
Erik founded an organization called No Barriers, which helps people with challenges tap into the human spirit, break through barriers, and contribute to the world.
The No Barriers framework teaches step-by-step how to break through your own challenges and live a driven, purposeful life. Despite the barriers, both big and small that each of us face, we can learn how to push past them, reconnect with our purpose, and unleash the best in ourselves and others.
Learn more about the organization and what they do here.
Read his book - No Barriers: A Blind Man's Journey to Kayak the Grand Canyon
Interested in reading his memoir? Email pascal@mines.edu and we will connect you with a copy.