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Travis Davis is a passionate advocate for resilience, inclusion, and meaningful change. Born with cerebral palsy, he has spent his life transforming personal challenges into opportunities to educate, inspire, and empower others. His journey has taken him from classrooms to conference stages, from launching inclusive businesses to creating frameworks that help people and organizations overcome barriers.


With a background that includes a TEDx talk, the launch of a successful franchise employing people with disabilities, and the creation of Off The Crutch—a platform blending storytelling, consulting, and education—he's built a career dedicated to unlocking potential. Whether developing innovative solutions for businesses or hosting conversations that challenge perceptions, his mission is always the same: to turn obstacles into stepping stones.


Travis believes that resilience isn’t just a trait—it’s a skill anyone can develop. He can help others discover that for themselves.

Entrepreneur
Travis is passionate about creating inclusive solutions, empowering individuals, and fostering community. He has built initiatives from the ground up, including opening a Rush Bowls franchise that employs people with disabilities. From managing operations and staffing to engaging with the local community, I’ve demonstrated how businesses can thrive while making a meaningful social impact.

His entrepreneurial journey also includes founding adaptive sports programs that provide people with disabilities opportunities to thrive through physical activity and community engagement. These initiatives were designed to break barriers, promote wellness, and demonstrate the power of inclusive recreation.

Whether creating programs or launching businesses, he focuses on blending social impact with strategic growth, ensuring every project leaves a lasting legacy of empowerment and inclusion.

Speaker
As a keynote and TEDx speaker, Travis brings personal stories and practical strategies to stages and airwaves alike. Whether addressing live audiences or hosting his podcast, Off The Crutch, his mission is the same: to inspire resilience, foster inclusion, and empower individuals to get off their "crutch."

Travis has hosted high-profile guests, including:

  • Keely Kat-Wells, disability advocate, Founder of C Talent and Making Spaces
  • Amber Sealy, Director of Disney's Out of My Mind
  • Kathryn Goetzke, global mental health advocate, creator of Hopeful Minds, and author of Biggest Little Book About Hope
  • Martyn Sibley, co-founder of Disability Horizons and global inclusion influencer
  • Billy Price, CEO and co-founder of Billy Footwear, redefining adaptive fashion

These conversations dive into topics like disability inclusion, mental health, and personal growth, creating a space where challenges become opportunities.

Expert
Travis has been featured in major publications such as SUCCESS Magazine and has appeared on prominent media platforms, including Sirius XM, KRQE, KOB, and KOAT, among others.

He frequently serves as a guest lecturer in college classes. He is a sought-after consultant for organizations looking to foster inclusive cultures and implement innovative hiring practices.

TEDx and Keynote Talk

Frequently Asked Questions

What is cerebral palsy?


Cerebral palsy is a birth defect caused by damage to the brain before or at birth. It is
a non-progressive, non-contagious disability marked by impaired muscle
coordination.

What is the correct term to describe you or other people with disabilities?


Many words in the dictionary are synonymous with the term disabled. The most
appropriate way in discussing people with disabilities is to focus on the person first
and the disability last. This is also known as People-first language.

What are adaptive sports?


Like wheelchair basketball, adaptive sports are sports for individuals with a physical or developmental disability. Modifications or adaptations may be made in order for the individual to participate in the full experience.

What is the ADA?


The Americans with Disabilities Act is a civil right law prohibiting discrimination of individuals with disabilities. It became law in 1990.

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