Eric McElvenny
Embrace Challenges
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- Graduated from the US Naval Academy with a degree in mechanical engineering
- Served 7 years in the US Marine Corps
- Purple Heart Recipient after being wounded in Afghanistan caused by an Improvised Explosive Device, resulting in the amputation of his right leg
- Competes in Ironman Triathlons, striving to break the amputee World Record
- 2020 Paralympian
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Eric McElvenny is an engaging communicator and an expert in teaching resilience.
In 2006, Eric graduated the United States Naval while preparing for his service as a Marine Corps Infantry Officer. Eric deployed three times as a Marine and on his final tour, an experience in Afghanistan, was wounded after stepping on an IED. Eric suffered the amputation of his right leg, a life‐changing opportunity that began his next journey.
Faced with a physical challenge and an uncertain future, Eric made a promise to himself to run an Ironman Triathlon. Eric went on to complete 8 Ironman Triathlons to include the World Championships in 2013. Eric recently had the privilege of representing Team USA at the 2020 Paralympic Games in Tokyo, Japan.
Throughout his journey, Eric realized that the challenges and adversity he was up against and the techniques he used to reach the finish line could be used against the challenges we all entertain. When not training, racing and delivering inspiration, Eric can be found with his wife Rachel and three children in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Successful companies adapt to a changing environment whether that change comes from growth, transformation, technology, innovative strategy or other sources. This change is overwhelming when professionals are not equipped with the tools to adapt and thrive.
This presentation pulls from the journey of resilience from the loss of my leg in combat to the Ironman World Championships where I utilized the tools every working professional should master to guarantee success in an evolving environment.
Learning objectives from presentation:
- Learn the five principles of managing change.
- Identify five character traits of perseverance.
- Walk away with five implementable action steps to develop a resilient mindset.
Dig deeper into the actions that allow us to reach new heights. Eric personally tailors his breakout sessions toward each audience, making sure to leave a lasting impression with everyone in attendance.
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