The next chapter rarely goes to plan, and that can be the best thing about it.
Apolo was raised by a single father in Seattle and found his path the hard way, then had to rebuild it completely when his racing career ended. He speaks to graduates about starting the next chapter with intention, staying resilient when the plan falls apart, and reinventing without losing yourself.
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Apolo was a teenager with more energy than direction when skating found him. He talks with graduates about committing before certainty arrives, and why waiting to feel ready usually means waiting too long.
Reinvention is a skill, and it can be learned.
The thing Apolo had built his whole identity around ended while he was still in his twenties. The years that followed taught him how to start over, and that experience speaks directly to a generation that will change paths more than once.
Real setbacks, honest lessons, and no lecture.
Raised by a single father in Seattle, Apolo learned resilience at home before he ever learned it on the ice. His message lands with students because it comes from lived experience, told with humor and humility.
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From the moment Apolo arrived, his genuine warmth and friendliness endeared him to all our guests. He captivated the room when he took the stage and was able to inspire and entertain our audience simultaneously.Chris Simonsen, CEO, Orangewood Foundation
It's so invigorating to hear from someone who's had such unique experiences and is influencing not only sport, but also the world to talk more about mental and emotional wellbeing.Celeste Harrington, Global Benefits Manager, Microsoft
I can't think of a better person to inspire us and remind us that succeeding is a marathon, not a sprint. Apolo Ohno is the living embodiment of that mindset.Herve Sedky, President & CEO, Emerald