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Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray

Inspirational Adventurers; Lifelong Friends; Known For Completing The 500-Mile Pilgrimage On The Camino de Santiago

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Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray Biography

Two best friends, Justin Skeesuck and Patrick Gray, walked The Way of St. James, more commonly known as the Camino de Santiago, a 500-mile epic pilgrimage across the vast terrain of northern Spain. What is unique about this journey is the fact that Skeesuck was pushed in a wheelchair by Gray and others the entire way.

Born a little over 36 hours apart in the same town and in the same hospital, they have grown up together, traveled together and navigated many of life’s challenges together. Over the past 20+ years, a progressive neuromuscular disease has slowly taken away Skeesuck’s ability to use of his arms and legs. From each morning until night, he requires daily assistance in almost every aspect of daily life.

Though immensely challenging, Skeesuck's disease has never decreased his capacity to live life to the fullest and he has maintains a positive attitude through it all. In the spring of 2012, Skeesuck asked Gray what he thought about tackling the Camino. Gray’s response was simple and direct: “I’ll push you.”

Two years later, they started their journey and had no idea how they would make the 500 miles from France to the Cathedral of Santiago; over several mountain ranges like the Pyrenees, through rivers and across the vast desert of Spain called the Meseta. Through it all, Skeesuck and Gray had to rely on the help and strength of friends, acquaintances and even complete strangers in order to navigate the many challenges they faced on their 34-day journey.

Since returning from Spain, they have used their heartfelt storytelling to share the comical details of their journey; the joys, the struggles, the beautiful relationships, and the lessons they learned in faith, hope, love and friendship. Together they speak on the power of community and relationships in accomplishing seemingly impossible tasks, the importance of self-leadership and its impact on company results, faith, friendship, and what it takes to overcome the limitations life has given you. Their goal is that people will walk away recognizing that each life is not defined by its limitations, but is defined by what is accomplished in spite of those limitations.

A husband and father of three children, Skeesuck looks at every new chapter of life as a challenge to be conquered. Professionally, he is called “The Disabled Traveler,” who teaches and encourages individuals with limited mobility to travel anywhere they choose. Additionally, he consults with tourism-centric and health care organizations to bring greater access to the disabled community.

Gray is also a husband and father of three children. A registered nurse and former health care administration director, he uses his skill sets and expertise to assist Skeesuck in traveling and with the many aspects of The Disabled Traveler.

Skeesuck and Gray have been featured and interviewed on NBC, ABC, Fox & Friends, The Huffington Post, People.com, The Meredith Vieira Show and worldwide news media outlets, and recently delivered a TEDx Talk.

Both Skeesuck and Gray are based out of the Boise, Idaho area.

Speaking Topics
  • Faith in Action: Relying on What You Cannot See

    Many thought they were foolish for attempting to walk 500 miles along the Camino de Santiago with Justin living life from a wheelchair. Some even told them they couldn’t accomplish it. For Justin and Patrick, the trek was something they had to do. Knowing full well that they could not be successful on their own, they set out with one wheelchair and two backpacks. Their faith was rewarded as they navigated the vast terrain of Spain, and they continue to take each step of life in faith. Join them as they explore moving from a posture of fear to standing triumphant in faith.

  • Pushing Beyond Limitations: Limitations Should Never Define You

    We live in a society that is quick to point out the limitations individuals possess. But what if limits did not define an individual? What if there was a way to push beyond limitations. Justin and Patrick teach and share how they have defied perceived limitations and achieved what many said was impossible.

  • The Power of Community: The Importance of Community in Creating Successful Lives

    With the increase in technology, our societies have become increasingly socially isolated. Join Justin and Patrick as they share stories and observations on the impact healthy relationships lead to community, and how a healthy community can take you places you never thought possible.

  • Leadership: Leading Through Vulnerability

    Justin and Patrick draw on their work and life experiences, delving into what they believe is the most important attribute of an effective leader: vulnerability. Learn how being vulnerable aided them on their 500 mile journey through Spain and how it can bring strength to your team or business, create loyalty within your workforce, and can generate greatness where stagnancy once prevailed.

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    Our booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure talent like Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray for both live and virtual events for over 15 years. The team at All American Entertainment represents and listens to the needs of organizations and corporations seeking to hire keynote speakers, celebrities or entertainers for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment. Fill out a booking request form for Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get pricing information and check availability for Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray or any other celebrity of your choice.
  • HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO BOOK Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray?

    Speaking fees for Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray, or any other keynote speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The amount that Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray charges to speak often varies according to the circumstances, including their schedule, market conditions, length of presentation, and the location of the event. The speaker fees listed on this website are intended to serve as a guideline only. In some cases, the actual quote may be above or below the stated range. For the most current fee to hire Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray, please fill out the booking request form or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak with an experienced booking agent.
  • WHO IS THE AGENT FOR Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray?

    All American Entertainment has successfully secured celebrity talent like Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray for clients worldwide for more than 15 years. As a full-service talent booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Fill out the booking request form or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray for your next private or corporate function.
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Inspirational Adventurers; Lifelong Friends; Known For Completing The 500-Mile Pilgrimage On The Camino de Santiago

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Eagle, ID, USA
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Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray Biography

Two best friends, Justin Skeesuck and Patrick Gray, walked The Way of St. James, more commonly known as the Camino de Santiago, a 500-mile epic pilgrimage across the vast terrain of northern Spain. What is unique about this journey is the fact that Skeesuck was pushed in a wheelchair by Gray and others the entire way.

Born a little over 36 hours apart in the same town and in the same hospital, they have grown up together, traveled together and navigated many of life’s challenges together. Over the past 20+ years, a progressive neuromuscular disease has slowly taken away Skeesuck’s ability to use of his arms and legs. From each morning until night, he requires daily assistance in almost every aspect of daily life.

Though immensely challenging, Skeesuck's disease has never decreased his capacity to live life to the fullest and he has maintains a positive attitude through it all. In the spring of 2012, Skeesuck asked Gray what he thought about tackling the Camino. Gray’s response was simple and direct: “I’ll push you.”

Two years later, they started their journey and had no idea how they would make the 500 miles from France to the Cathedral of Santiago; over several mountain ranges like the Pyrenees, through rivers and across the vast desert of Spain called the Meseta. Through it all, Skeesuck and Gray had to rely on the help and strength of friends, acquaintances and even complete strangers in order to navigate the many challenges they faced on their 34-day journey.

Since returning from Spain, they have used their heartfelt storytelling to share the comical details of their journey; the joys, the struggles, the beautiful relationships, and the lessons they learned in faith, hope, love and friendship. Together they speak on the power of community and relationships in accomplishing seemingly impossible tasks, the importance of self-leadership and its impact on company results, faith, friendship, and what it takes to overcome the limitations life has given you. Their goal is that people will walk away recognizing that each life is not defined by its limitations, but is defined by what is accomplished in spite of those limitations.

A husband and father of three children, Skeesuck looks at every new chapter of life as a challenge to be conquered. Professionally, he is called “The Disabled Traveler,” who teaches and encourages individuals with limited mobility to travel anywhere they choose. Additionally, he consults with tourism-centric and health care organizations to bring greater access to the disabled community.

Gray is also a husband and father of three children. A registered nurse and former health care administration director, he uses his skill sets and expertise to assist Skeesuck in traveling and with the many aspects of The Disabled Traveler.

Skeesuck and Gray have been featured and interviewed on NBC, ABC, Fox & Friends, The Huffington Post, People.com, The Meredith Vieira Show and worldwide news media outlets, and recently delivered a TEDx Talk.

Both Skeesuck and Gray are based out of the Boise, Idaho area.

Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray Speaking Topics

  • Faith in Action: Relying on What You Cannot See

    Many thought they were foolish for attempting to walk 500 miles along the Camino de Santiago with Justin living life from a wheelchair. Some even told them they couldn’t accomplish it. For Justin and Patrick, the trek was something they had to do. Knowing full well that they could not be successful on their own, they set out with one wheelchair and two backpacks. Their faith was rewarded as they navigated the vast terrain of Spain, and they continue to take each step of life in faith. Join them as they explore moving from a posture of fear to standing triumphant in faith.

  • Pushing Beyond Limitations: Limitations Should Never Define You

    We live in a society that is quick to point out the limitations individuals possess. But what if limits did not define an individual? What if there was a way to push beyond limitations. Justin and Patrick teach and share how they have defied perceived limitations and achieved what many said was impossible.

  • The Power of Community: The Importance of Community in Creating Successful Lives

    With the increase in technology, our societies have become increasingly socially isolated. Join Justin and Patrick as they share stories and observations on the impact healthy relationships lead to community, and how a healthy community can take you places you never thought possible.

  • Leadership: Leading Through Vulnerability

    Justin and Patrick draw on their work and life experiences, delving into what they believe is the most important attribute of an effective leader: vulnerability. Learn how being vulnerable aided them on their 500 mile journey through Spain and how it can bring strength to your team or business, create loyalty within your workforce, and can generate greatness where stagnancy once prevailed.

Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray Videos

  • Patrick Gray and Justin Skeesuck
    You can develop close friendships that reflect the love of Jesus Christ, and embrace the adventure God has for your life. Jim Daly and John Fuller...
  • "I'll Push You" with Justin Skeesuck and Patrick Gray
    The stars of the documentary, “I’ll Push You,” tell a remarkable story of sacrifice, spiritual awakening and transformation as Patrick Gray and...
  • Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray | TEDxBoise
    I'll Push You is the story of two best friends' journey on the 500-mile Camino de Santiago pilgrimage trail across northern Spain. It's a story of...

FAQs on booking Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray

  • How to book Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray?

    Our booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure talent like Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray for both live and virtual events for over 20 years. The team at All American Entertainment represents and listens to the needs of organizations and corporations seeking to hire keynote speakers, celebrities or entertainers for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment. Fill out a booking request form for Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get pricing information and check availability for Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray or any other celebrity of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray?

    Speaking fees for Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray, or any other keynote speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The amount that Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray charges to speak often varies according to the circumstances, including their schedule, market conditions, length of presentation, and the location of the event. The speaker fees listed on this website are intended to serve as a guideline only. In some cases, the actual quote may be above or below the stated range. For the most current fee to hire Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray, please fill out the booking request form or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak with an experienced booking agent.
  • Who is the agent for Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray?

    All American Entertainment has successfully secured celebrity talent like Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray for clients worldwide for more than 20 years. As a full-service talent booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Fill out the booking request form or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service talent booking agency?

    All American Speakers is a "buyers agent" and exclusively represents talent buyers, meeting planners and event professionals, who are looking to secure celebrities and speakers for personal appearances, speaking engagements, corporate entertainment, public relations campaigns, commercials, or endorsements. We do not exclusively represent Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray or claim ourselves as the exclusive booking agency, business manager, publicist, speakers bureau or management for Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray or any other speaker or celebrity on this website. For more information on how we work and what makes us unique, please read the AAE Advantage.

Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Faith in Action: Relying on What You Cannot See, Pushing Beyond Limitations: Limitations Should Never Define You, The Power of Community: The Importance of Community in Creating Successful Lives and Leadership: Leading Through Vulnerability. The estimated speaking fee range to book Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray for your event is $30,000 - $50,000. Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray generally travels from Eagle, ID, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Vince Poscente, Alden Mills, JP Pawliw-Fry, Charles Denham, MD and Robert Kriegel. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray for an upcoming live or virtual event.

Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray Speaking Topics

  • Faith in Action: Relying on What You Cannot See

    Many thought they were foolish for attempting to walk 500 miles along the Camino de Santiago with Justin living life from a wheelchair. Some even told them they couldn’t accomplish it. For Justin and Patrick, the trek was something they had to do. Knowing full well that they could not be successful on their own, they set out with one wheelchair and two backpacks. Their faith was rewarded as they navigated the vast terrain of Spain, and they continue to take each step of life in faith. Join them as they explore moving from a posture of fear to standing triumphant in faith.

  • Pushing Beyond Limitations: Limitations Should Never Define You

    We live in a society that is quick to point out the limitations individuals possess. But what if limits did not define an individual? What if there was a way to push beyond limitations. Justin and Patrick teach and share how they have defied perceived limitations and achieved what many said was impossible.

  • The Power of Community: The Importance of Community in Creating Successful Lives

    With the increase in technology, our societies have become increasingly socially isolated. Join Justin and Patrick as they share stories and observations on the impact healthy relationships lead to community, and how a healthy community can take you places you never thought possible.

  • Leadership: Leading Through Vulnerability

    Justin and Patrick draw on their work and life experiences, delving into what they believe is the most important attribute of an effective leader: vulnerability. Learn how being vulnerable aided them on their 500 mile journey through Spain and how it can bring strength to your team or business, create loyalty within your workforce, and can generate greatness where stagnancy once prevailed.

Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray Speaker Videos

  • Patrick Gray and Justin Skeesuck
    You can develop close friendships that reflect the love of Jesus Christ, and embrace the adventure God has for your life. Jim Daly and John Fuller are joined by Patrick Gray and Justin Skeesuck,...
    "I'll Push You" with Justin Skeesuck and Patrick Gray
    The stars of the documentary, “I’ll Push You,” tell a remarkable story of sacrifice, spiritual awakening and transformation as Patrick Gray and his wheelchair-bound best friend Justin Skeesuck...
  • Justin Skeesuck & Patrick Gray | TEDxBoise
    I'll Push You is the story of two best friends' journey on the 500-mile Camino de Santiago pilgrimage trail across northern Spain. It's a story of struggle, triumph, hope and accomplishment in the...

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This website is a resource for event professionals and strives to provide the most comprehensive catalog of thought leaders and industry experts to consider for speaking engagements. A listing or profile on this website does not imply an agency affiliation or endorsement by the talent.

All American Entertainment (AAE) exclusively represents the interests of talent buyers, and does not claim to be the agency or management for any speaker or artist on this site. AAE is a talent booking agency for paid events only. We do not handle requests for donation of time or media requests for interviews, and cannot provide celebrity contact information.

If you are the talent and wish to request a profile update or removal from our online directory, please submit a profile request form.

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