Trisha Dotts

When you hire me, you're getting a dynamic, interactive presentation filled with real-world stories, practical strategies, and plenty of humor. Your audience will experience engaging activities designed to make resilience, perseverance, and empathy memorable—tools they’ll immediately apply with students or youth. They'll leave inspired and empowered, equipped with my unique approach to building inclusive environments through relatable metaphors, powerful visuals, and hands-on techniques.

From the moment I start, my goal is to make your event meaningful, practical, and engaging—providing your leaders actionable ways to create environments where every child thrives.

As a National Board Certified Teacher with over two decades in education, I help educators transform their high-rigor classrooms into places where resilience and empathy drive real student success. Born without my right hand and thriving despite personal learning challenges, I've developed unique, hands-on strategies to help teachers foster perseverance, empathy, and inclusion. Through engaging stories and practical techniques—like my memorable "Purple Bunnies" metaphor—I equip educators with the tools they need to ensure every student feels seen, supported, and empowered to overcome obstacles. My mission is simple: **build resilient classrooms where every child thrives, no matter the challenge.**

To ensure the most engaging and impactful experience, please provide:

- **Audio/Visual:**
- Wireless lapel or headset microphone for freedom of movement.
- Projector and large projection screen easily visible to all audience members.
- Reliable high-speed internet connection with Wi-Fi access at the stage area for seamless live demonstrations or web-based content.
- HDMI or VGA adapter compatibility for a **MacBook** (I will provide the appropriate Mac adapter).

- **Staging:**
- Open stage or presentation area suitable for mobility and audience interaction.
- Small table or podium near the stage for laptop placement and presentation materials.

- **Lighting:**
- General house lighting sufficient for clear visibility and audience engagement.

- **Other Considerations:**
- Audience seating arranged to encourage participation (when possible).
- A minimum of 30 minutes for setup and AV/internet testing prior to the presentation.

I’m flexible and will happily coordinate with your event team to ensure a seamless and successful experience!