Scott Chesney, a two-time world traveler and a navigator of life with paralysis for two decades, has been described as a “profile in courage,” “a master of living life to its fullest,” and “a commander in change,” while addressing over one million people in 38 countries.
After awakening to paralysis at the age of 15 from a sudden spinal stroke, Scott has amassed a resume of transformational experiences, powerful insights, and inspiring stories that cut to the core of the human spirit. He has become a nationally and internationally recognized workshop and keynote presenter, and his positive and inspiring messages have changed countless lives. His insights have been coveted and applauded by Fortune 500 corporations, hospitals/rehab centers, associations, and even an audience at The United Nations. In 2006, “Maximizing Life with Scott Chesney,” debuted on VoiceAmerica, the leader in Internet Radio, and in just three months this weekly talk show became the network’s third fastest growing program.
As a student of life, Scott has researched over 70 complementary medicine modalities and has studied the transformational techniques of the world’s exceptional teachers of human behavior. He has combined their wisdom with his own to create a personal blueprint for navigating life which has also made him a highly sought-after Personal Empowerment Coach for adults, teens, and families. Scott balances his work with plenty of passions that include skydiving, walking on fire with his hands, swimming with wild dolphins, meditating, and playing a variety of sports.
Scott is currently writing his first book, which he plans to promote in a third world tour. He sits on the Board of Trustees of Children’s Specialized Hospital in New Jersey, the Advisory Boards of the New Jersey Disability, Health, and Wellness Program and the Northern NJ Spinal Cord Injury System. He is a Seton Hall University graduate with a B.A. degree in Communications and holds a Master’s degree in life experiences. Most of all, Scott cherishes the moments spent with his wife and two children in New Jersey.
"Adversity is a blessing in disguise, if and only if, we choose to see it that way." Scott Chesney