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My Autism motivational speaking service offers inspiring talks that shed light on the unique strengths and perspectives of individuals on the autism spectrum. Through personal stories, insights, and practical advice, I aim to empower and educate audiences about autism, fostering understanding, acceptance, and a more inclusive society. My presentations focuses on themes like resilience, embracing diversity, and unlocking the potential within each individual.
I’ve already spoken at numerous events, mostly involving awareness regarding autism; but I wouldn’t say no to speaking wherever my message would be heard and appreciated.
Louis did a great job speaking at a recent conference for professionals involved in providing support for individuals with intellectual disability. The feedback from attendees was that it was apparent that Louis had thoroughly researched the topic and conveyed helpful information that was useful to them.
Response from Louis Scarantino:
It was an honor to speak at the 2023 PA Lifesharing Conference! Glad I was able to give helpful information!
Louis is a very informed and engaging speaker. He discusses autism generally and his own personal experiences with sincerity and with genuine enthusiasm. Our club members found his presentation to be very educational, and he was generous with his time with answering our questions.
Response from Louis Scarantino:
Thank you so much for your great review! It was an honor to speak to your club! Glad everyone was able to get a lot out of it! Autism Awareness needs to be spread and that’s always my goal with my presentations.
Louis, provided us with a deep understanding of autism, and he was an inspiration to us all.
Response from Louis Scarantino:
Thank you for your great review! It was an honor to speak to your club! I look forward to doing it again next year as discussed! Autism is a topic that needs to talked about!
I'm met Louis almost what seems like a year ago. I found him to be super educational and understood the things he had to say. A lot of time motivational speakers don't get through to me, Louis did! I decided that moment that I had to bring him into hour 501c3 non-profit to help inspire our autistic adult members and other autistic people in the community. I can't wait to see what the future holds for you and all of us, Louis. Keep up the great work! We thank you for all you do.
Response from Louis Scarantino:
Thank you so much Alison for your great review! Glad I’m able to be a service to your organization and looking forward to other work I’ll do for you! Anything to get the message of autism awareness out there as we definitely need it!
All members of my Rotary Club were very impressed with Louis's presentation. He presented the main points of the subject of Autism in a very succinct and clear manner. His answers to our questions were even more impressive and showed a thorough knowedge of the subject. Finally, he conveyed to us a passion on the subject that pulled us into the presentation.
Response from Louis Scarantino:
Thank you for your excellent review! It was an honor to speak to your club! Glad to spread awareness!
Louis Scarantino addressed our Rotary Club meeting today (2/23/23) and provided excellent insights about Autism to our members, many of whom were not familiar with Autism and Autistic behaviors. Information included how widespread this disorder is, the fact that it is a disorder and not a disease, signs that indicate the presence of Autism, treatments to help control/manage, and that people with Autism vary significantly with how they are impacted, plus additional insights. Louis is a model of someone who has achieved success given he is on the spectrum. Kudos to Louis.
Response from Louis Scarantino:
Thank you for your excellent review! It was honor to speak! Glad I was able to give excellent insight on autism as we need much awareness on it!
Louis should inform his audience at the beginning of his talk that he is Autistic, how it was discovered and diagnosed and has been treated, and how he got into speaking about it. I wonder also how he supports himself and raises funds for himself and the causes for Autism.
Response from Louis Scarantino:
Thank you for the feedback! This will be helpful in my future talks. Rather than sharing my story, I wanted to give knowledge about autism itself. But based on this feedback, it would probably beneficial to tell them and to maybe cover a few minutes of the other points you mentioned. It was an honor to give the speech!
Louis: Your presentation is good. Teaching those who do not know much if anything about Autism is a blessing. Your chosen path is to "INFORM" and enlist people to obtin and refer accurate information about the disorder. A couple of suggestions: Try not to "READ" your info and look the camera in the eye. You know your subject, your audience does not. I suggest you tell people you are autistic from the outset which would explain your motivation. Relay facts about autism (how many people have it) and encourage your audience to want to know more about Autism.
Use your learned Toastmaster skills to communicate this subject as if they don't know anything about autism, which many peole do not. Most of all, stay the course. You will only become more effective by doing more presentations. Good luck.
Response from Louis Scarantino:
Appreciate the feedback! It will be very helpful for future speeches of mine. It was an honor to speak at your club! Part of the reason (not entire reason and I do take into account what you said) I might have looked down below and more forward into the camera is because sometimes I do have trouble hearing what people are saying through the Zoom app. Thank you again for having me and I’m glad I was able to teach your club something about autism. That’s my goal!
Louis presented a lot of information on the signs that could be indicative of autism in children and various strategies that can be helpful in dealing with this disorder. He had a well thought out script and held our group's attention as he gave us factual information on what has become a very common disorder. I wish that we had a longer meeting so that we could have heard more from this speaker.
Response from Louis Scarantino:
Thank you for the feedback! It was an honor to speak to your club! I do have a website and YouTube channel if you ever want to learn more.
Price Range: Contact for Fees and Travel Expenses
Gig Length: 10 - 30 minutes
Languages: English
Living with autism, I’ve learned quite a few things over the years. Mine is a novel perspective on life that I feel both people with autism and those without can learn a lot from. I think that rising above your circumstances is possible for everyone and even though we might not face the same circumstances, it’s a principle I’d really like to put forward.
I try to keep my speeches light-hearted and amusing, serious enough to drive home the message that I want to put out, yet amusing enough to not ruin the atmosphere.
I’ve been through some very interesting experiences, whether these were romantic relationships, interactions with my parents, my co-workers or even college.
Looking back, I realize that it could’ve been a lot easier had more people known about autism and what that means for someone who has the condition. To that end, I always try to send a message that is both encouraging and promotes the idea of greater inclusivity for all people throughout the community.
I’ve already spoken at numerous events, mostly involving awareness regarding autism; but I wouldn’t say no to speaking wherever my message would be heard and appreciated.
Ultimately, my goal is for people to normalize autism and children who may have autism because it’s the perspective we take on the condition that determines our responses when we come across these. With my efforts I hope to make a society- wide impact where people realize the importance of welcoming more people into the folds of society without judgment.
People with autism are capable of achieving just as much as all other people and all it takes is for someone to take the time to make them feel welcome.
To make my speeches much more inclusive, I always try to expand this idea to help people facing any type of issues that they might be facing.
(I don’t have a full website yet due to high costs and budget reasons as a part time speaker; I will when I become a full time speaker)
Hi, my name is Louis Scarantino and I am on the Autism Spectrum. I’m an award-winning autism advocate, certified motivational speaker, writer, and author of two books entitled “Finding Love on the Spectrum: An ASD Guide to Dating" and “Autism: The Unstoppable Achiever.” I’ve spoken on or have been featured on CBS, ABC, FOX, NBC, The Mighty, USA Today, Google News and others.
If I were to be completely honest, there’s much that I’ve seen and experienced in my time as a man with autism, most of which was actually a struggle. My years in high school were a struggle considering how I had difficulties interacting with other people and a very difficult special educations teacher who never really understood my Autism.
Suffice to say that Autism caused much more frustration around me than it induced empathy in people. It wasn’t until I graduated college with a degree in Office information technology, Cum Laude with a 3.6 that something hit. People just don’t really understand Autism, and that’s where my story really starts.
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