He is the only wheelchair basketball player to compete and earn medals in the past four Paralympic Games in Seoul, Barcelona, Atlanta, and Sydney.  Mike is honored by the State of Utah as one of its Top 50 Athletes of the Century, and he is also a member of the Board of Trustees for the 2002 Olympic Games in Salt Lake City where he had the privilege of running in the torch relay in St. George, UT and also a placard bearer during the Opening Ceremonies. 

Mike's patented "Attitude Therapy" has inspired thousands of audiences to adapt, overcome, and light the fire within!  Mike and his wife Tami have five children and reside in Draper, UT.

Programs:

Mike Schlappi's most popular presentation, "If You Can't Stand Up, Stand Out", helps his audience realize that the best way to predict their future is to create it. His message includes humor and motivation as he tells his personal story -- A story that began with a tragic shooting accident has evolved into a lifetime of lessons and victories. Although Mike was paralyzed, his dreams were not. Mike uses a media presentation and his Olympic medals to teach his "Bulletproof Principles for Success".

Mike also has another presentation he calls, "Attitude Therapy!" Mike inspires his audiences with a powerful dose of his patented "Attitude Therapy". He builds a strong case for getting started and taking personal responsibility for their successes and failures. Mike's example and entertaining style will challenge everyone to relish adversity as an opportunity to change and improve. People will learn to love themselves from the inside out and walk away with the realization that if Mike can do it, so can they!

Mike will tailor his presentation to enhance the theme of your event and carry forward any message you would like to convey to your group.