Chet McDoniel - Inspirational Speaker

On January 5^th, 1980, Chet McDoniel was born into this life with no arms and shortened legs. Though dealt a vicious blow in the delivery room, Chet’s parents decided to raise him as they would any other child. They instilled a positive attitude in Chet that carries with him through to this day.

Throughout Chet’s life, he has faced many struggles from acceptance to daily activities that many take for granted. Chet remains positive throughout these obstacles, and believes that he has the secret to enjoying life to its fullest. Chet speaks on choosing to be happy, the incredible value of life, and how to overcome insurmountable odds.

Chet graduated magna cum laude from the University of North Texas in 2002 with a Bachelor of Arts degree majoring in Radio, Television and Film production. He now owns his own travel agency, Off to Neverland Travel, designs and hosts websites, creates and edits videos for special occasions, and is the Worship Minister at the Plymouth Park Church of Christ in Irving, TX. Chet, his wife, Joni, and daughter, Hannah, live in the Dallas/Fort Worth, TX area.

Chet McDoniel has motivated thousands through his talks on happiness, the value of life, and how to overcome all odds and achieve your dreams. Chet will excite and entertain attendees at your event by using his excellent story-telling ability to tell about his upbringing. Through many stories, you will get to know Chet and his ability to live life to its fullest. Then, after you get to know him, Chet will tell you his secret to being happy. Chet also sings during his events, and his voice and song choices inspire.

Having Chet at your event will guarantee that your attendees will be inspired and uplifted when they leave. Chet’s goal in speaking is to help people to understand that happiness is a choice, and that living a happy life is the only way to live!