Roseann Sdoia

Boston Marathon Survivor & Author of Perfect Strangers

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Biography

5 years after the Boston Marathon Bombing, as a Survivor and amputee, Roseann is making great strides in changing the lives of others. As one of the top motivational speakers and more recently a published author of Perfect Strangers, Roseann combines her powerful, personal story of perseverance with her professional corporate background and offers lessons learned throughout her challenging comeback journey as insightful, motivational tools that everyone can use to discover their own unstoppable strength. Read More >

Roseann’s mantra that “life is only as positive as you make it,” serves as the foundation for redefining one’s own mindset in achieving every personal and professional goal, and ultimately living a happier, richer and more fulfilling life. Read Less ^

Speaker Videos

on Megyn Kelly Today

Moving Forward

Staying in Shape with Road Races

A Strength to be Unstoppable

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Speech Topics

An Conversation with Roseann Sdoia

Overcoming Adversity

Staying Positive in the Face of Death

Living with a Disability

Discussion on Bullying

Considering Risks & Rewards

Making Lifelong Friends in the Least Expected Places

Testimonials

Your story is so incredible and I keep hearing how much people were inspired by you!

- Greater Boston Federal Executive Board

It was a huge success! The outpouring of AO support was incredible! They are a great bunch of girls!

You may not realize it, but you touched many people here yesterday. And I’m not just saying this, so many people came up to me and told me that you changed their perspective and outlook. You are sending a very powerful message that people want to hear! I’ll say it again and again, but you are an amazing person!

- University of Massachusetts, Lowell

All of us found your story extremely inspirational, and really appreciated the opportunity to get to know you better.

- Brown University