Bill Scott
Business Owner, Public Speaker, Educator/Trainer
Even I had a hard time believing my ears as I uttered the words; “I’ve gained more than I’ve lost”. But with that statement, I knew I was ready to move on with life.
Bill Scott - Living with a Disability
A nationally known public speaker for more than 25 years, Bill Scott is sought after for his extensive knowledge of disability issues and life as a minority and wheelchair user in the 21st century. Much of his appeal lies in his calm, but direct presentation style, and his sense of humor whether he is talking about the technical aspects of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Fair Housing Amendments Act, or a moving presentation about his 30 years of living with a disability.
Audiences are impressed with Bill’s positive attitude about life and his willingness to provide direct answers to difficult questions as he stresses the importance of sharing responsibilities for the success or failure of relationships. As an African American who is also a wheelchair user and a successful small business owner for nearly 30 years, Bill's public speaking includes key note presentations for Black History Month, as well as Disability Awareness Month. He also speaks as a business person who has been presented with the Outstanding Minority Small Business Advocate Award by the U.S. Small Business Administration, and recipient of the State Bar of Arizona Award of Appreciation as a non-member of the bar.
Testimonials:
The 2005 IARP Forensic Section Conference “Aging with a Disability and Cultural Issues Affecting Life Care Planning” – Nashville TN
· "It's about time we had a speaker who could speak about disability from personal experience."
· "Very interesting to hear from the viewpoint of a disabled individual. Great presenter!"
2004 NFPA Fall Educational Conference “Fire Safety & Escape Planning for People with Disabilities” – Miami Beach, FL
· “Bill Scott gave several realistic and practical solutions”
Midwestern University - Glendale Campus "Living with a Disability" - June, 2000 Glendale, AZ
· “Thanks for sharing your extensive knowledge and personal experience."
· "We appreciate your willingness to facilitate the 'unasked and unaskable' questions."
Association of Rehabilitation Nurses, Arizona Chapter
A Patient’s Perspective on Mind, Body & Spirit - March 19, 1999 Scottsdale, AZ
· "Saved the best to last!"
· "Terrific speaker - I could have listened to him over again."
· "Totally enjoyed his presentation last year and this year."
· "Smart having him as last speaker - kept me from leaving early."
· "Excellent! Keep Bill Scott every year."
