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BREAKING BARRIERS AND UNLOCKING ACCESS
A keynote that delves into the transformative power of accessibility. It highlights the common challenges that people with disabilities face in everyday business environments, using real-life anecdotes to illustrate these barriers. The talk offers creative and practical solutions businesses can implement to become more welcoming and accessible. Attendees will gain actionable insights on how to enhance customer experiences, tap into new markets, and foster a culture of inclusivity. With a blend of humor and heartfelt stories, the keynote aims to inspire businesses to see accessibility not as a challenge but as an opportunity for growth and innovation.
PODCASTS AND TV APPEARANCES
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We will explore the strength of living, overcoming the evolving in the strength of empowerment and inspiration with Heather C Markham as we talk about her book, Rough Waters.
Heather C Markham: Losing My Identity As Someone Who Walks
Join Peta and Heather C Markham, author of Rough Waters. Heather candidly shares her experience of living with progressive muscular dystrophy, Heather explores the emotional struggle, acceptance, and empowerment she found after losing her identity as someone who walks; someone with a disability
Overcoming Hurdles: Para Surfer & Author Heather C. Markham
Heather C. Markham takes us into the pages of her new book "Rough Waters: From Surviving to Thriving with a Progressive Muscular Dystrophy"
“New Conversation just posted with Heather C. Markham. Heather is an Engineer, assistive technology professional, competitive Para Surfer, author, and photographer. She is also an inspiration. Please have a listen.”
The Americans with Disabilities Act, Not Enough. With Guest Heather C Markham
This week on Becoming the Journey we welcome guest Heather Markham. As her disability became more easy to see by the eye it was less of a strain mentally because she no longer had to fight for someone to believe what she was going through. Heather is in the wheel chair full time now since 2008, but she is not bound to it. Tune in now to hear Heather's story, it is truly incredible. #becomingthejourney #ada#mentoriship#abilitynotdisability #podcast
Creating a More Accessible World. How can we move forward after receiving a difficult diagnosis?
In our conversation, we talk about how Heather’s diagnosis impacted her own identity, tips for maintaining resilience in difficult times, the challenges of traveling with a disability, and so much more. We also talk about adaptive technology and how we can create a more accessible and equitable world for all.
Heather C Markham - Braving Up and Being Loved
“I hold onto loved… fiercely loved. I have had dark moments that I talk about in the book (and darker moments since then). It is knowing that I am loved that helps me hold on.”
Meet one of my own brave role models, Heather Markham. We discuss her new book as well as how she “braves that bitch up” to live full of love and adventure, making powerful choices based on dreams, not limitations.
What Heather C Markham learned from Rough Waters: From Surviving to Thriving with a Progressive Muscular Dystrophy
Welcome to my video series WHAT I LEARNED, where authors answer two questions related to their latest book: - What did you learn from your latest book that you'd like to share with your fellow authors? - What did you learn from your latest book that you'd like to share with your fellow readers?
I was honored to be welcomed by the great Montel Williams on his podcast “Free Thinking with Montel.” We discussed my memoir, ROUGH WATERS, my military family upbringing, living with a progressive muscular dystrophy and the challenges that are both specific to my circumstances, yet relatable to all.
Rough Waters : Special Guest Heather Markham
In this episode, we discuss the journey of standing and surviving. Taking the time to pivot and persevere. Finally, following the path of transfer to thrive. Healing is a part of life for many reasons, and for some, it is a cycle of pain, discomfort, grief, adaptability, acceptance, and growth.
Author Heather C. Markham discusses ROUGH WATERS
We talked about writing for a wider audience than just herself, the importance of water, and surviving turbulence.
Heather C Markham, Making Waves for Good, Defies Living with a Disability
PRINTED ARTICLES
Authority Magazine: Social Impact Authors: How & Why Author Heather C. Markham Is Helping To Change Our World
Texas Lifestyle Magazine: Traveling through Texas on a wheelchair, by Heather C Markham
Sanctuary Magazine: ROUGH WATERS included in the 2023 book giveaway
When Women Inspire: ROUGH WATERS excerpt
Laughing at my Nightmare: Meet Heather
Patch: The Best of Self-Improvement Books, ROUGH WATERS included on the list
Inspiring Lives: ROUGH WATERS excerpt
Shepherd List: The best books for developing your sense of adventure, by Heather C. Markham
We Travel There: ROUGH WATERS included in the Resource List at the bottom of the page
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