“Russell Lehmann kicked off our first Expanding the Horizon Event for parents. His story is one that needs to be heard by parents and educators. His presentation was engaging and inspiring. His poetry is heartfelt and real. parents and educators had an opportunity for questions and the conversations were moving. Thank you Russell, you are making a difference in many people’s lives.”  /// Dr. Pamela Baker – Region 10 School Service Center

“I have wanted to say how significantly you impacted all of us as our keynote speaker for our Rhode Island 10th Anniversary Student Dare to Dream (D2D) Conference. As situations arise through life, work, and community connections, reflecting back on your words of encouragement and inspiration in your powerful message that you have to keep going and work through it provides such hope for anyone who has walked or will walk the road you have traveled. We truly thank you.”  /// Colleen Polselli – Rhode Island Department of Health

“The power of story! Russell’s keynote address to our 6th Annual Autism Conference moved and inspired 160 parents, professionals, and adults on the spectrum. Standing ovation! Our conference planning for next year has begun and we want Russell back.”  /// Bill Weismann – Lewis County Autism Coalition

“Russell reinforced why I am committed to serving students with disabilities. His story inspires, and confirmed for me that the possibilities for the students we serve are without boundaries.”  /// Carol Beitler – Broward County School District

“Wow, very powerful, so much tough stuff… So much heart, and also such a strong insight!”  /// Andy Faletti – Supported Life Institute

“Inspirational speaker who shares the ups and downs of his life journey while embodying strong self-advocacy and the will to move us all forward in the disability rights movement.”  /// Ed Holen – Washington State Developmental Disabilities Council