Wayne Tuttle | SpeakerHub

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A Keynote Speaker can make or break your event. If they have a relevant and inspiring message that resonates with the audience, it sets up the whole meeting for success or closes it with a bang.

Wayne J. Tuttle is a sought after and award winning Canadian motivational speaker and workshop facilitator who delivers inspiring messages that will shift attitudes, influence new ideas and share new ways of doing things that will inform, inspire and motivate your audience to lead happier, healthier and more productive lives. Inspite of his diminished eyesight, Wayne has an incredible insight of the world around him. Wayne’s unique stage name, “That Blind Guy”, is a reflection of his perceived disability and his humorous defiance against the social label so often attached to vision loss. With his dog guide, Gore, at his side, Wayne’s gift of blindness demonstrates to the sighted world how the perceived impossible is possible.

Wayne has been engaging, educating and entertaining global audiences for almost 4 decades on the live stage and virtually.

If you are looking for a customized presentation to suit your group’s specific needs, let "That Blind Guy speak YOUR vision!"

Current position (1)

Chief Entertainment Officer

ThatBlindGuy

Degrees (2)

Toastmaster

Toastmasters International

2016 to 2024

Radio & Television Communications

Confederation College

1973 to 1975

Presentations

Presentations (7)

Focus On The ABLE - Not The Label

This interactive workshop is designed to assist front line staff with gaining a better understanding when interacting with people who are living with a disability. Some of the topics will include disability etiquette, accommodations and accessibility, service dogs and the law, and much more.

Breaking Down Barriers to Employment For People With Disabilities

Did you know that 6 million Canadians are living with a disablity?
Only 29 percent of these individuals are employed and only 8.6 percent are self-employed. During this workshop you will find new ways of assisting people with disabilities to become gainfully employed. You will also be given six effective strategies that you can implement in your workplace when hiring a person with a disability.

The Working Mind - Mental Health Coping Strategies For The Workplace

Employers who provide a progressive appproach towards mental health in the workplace will benefit from the productivity that comes along with investing in employee health. In the course of this workshop you will uncover a different approach towards improving the well-being of your employees. These strategies will have a direct impact on improving employee retention and job satisfaction, improve absenteeism and presenteeism, (coming to work but unable to be fully productive), and how to dispel some of the myths surrounding mental health and the associated stigmas.

Including ALL Voices - Diversity & Inclusion

Do you recall a time that you felt excluded? In today's workplace and communities, some organizations may struggle with making their environment more diverse and inclusive. During this workshop, you will uncover new ways to make sure everyone belongs and is heard, seen, and valued.
Topics of discussion:
Belonging vs. fitting in
Unconcious biases
How to make your presentations more inclusive
Accomodations

Opening Doors - Disability Awareness / Sensitivity Training

In this customized interactive workshop you will gain a better understanding towards
customers with special needs and people with disabilities. You will uncover marketing strategies to attract a new customer base and your staff will learn effective communication techniques that will enhance their skills when assisting people with disabilities. This workshop is
also available for community groups and schools

DeStress Your Life - The Power of Laughter

Stress/burnout is the # 1 complaint people face in today's workplace. Understanding the reasons why and exploring the solutions are the first steps towards a happier and healthier team environment. During this fun and interactive workshop you will learn how to lighten up and embrace the power of laughter.

New beginnings - Transitioning Through The Four Stages of Retirement

When it comes to retirement, people will often invest in a financial retirement plan. However, financial planners don’t address the psychological effect retirement has on individuals after they have left the workplace. This workshop was developed to assist individuals who are thinking about early retirement or have recently retired.