Tasha's Press Kit
Tasha's Bios
Conference Bio
This is Tasha's long-form biography. Use this biography on event websites and other marketing materials to help promote the event, as well as in conference materials such as programs and event apps.
Survivor, believer, fighter – Tasha Schuh is an inspiration and hope for all who face life’s challenges. Tasha’s life changed dramatically when she was 16 years old; she was in a theater accident that left her paralyzed from the chest down. Today she has accomplished more than she could have ever dreamed. She has received numerous awards including The National Rehabilitation Champion Award and The Hometown Hero Award. In addition to authoring the books My Last Step Backward and My Next Move Forward, she also founded The Power of PATH Program which serves to expand Tasha’s message, as well as educates middle and high school students about mental health and resilience. Tasha travels and shares her story of resilience and triumph over tragedy at schools, conferences, and organizations. Tasha resides with her husband Doug in Ellsworth, Wisconsin.
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School Bio
This is Tasha's long-form biography. Use this biography on event websites and other marketing materials to help promote the event, as well as in conference materials such as programs and event apps.
Tasha Schuh is an inspirational speaker who equips youth and educators to be resilient for their mental and emotional health. The four components of her speech, PATH (Purpose, Attitude, Team, and Hope), helped Tasha be resilient after a life-changing theater accident at age 16, which left her paralyzed from the chest down. She now lives a vibrant, fulfilling life with her husband and manager, Doug.
Tasha and Doug speak to audiences across the country, focusing on middle and high school students, sharing her message of PATH and resilience. She is also the author of two books “My Last Step Backward” and “My Next Move Forward.” Tasha has received many awards, including The National Rehabilitation Champion Award and The Hometown Hero Award.
Beyond her inspirational message, Tasha is passionate about helping youth build a foundation for resilience in their lives. Tasha and a team of mental health and education professionals created The Power of PATH: Building Resilience for Mental Health and Suicide Awareness Curriculum™. This teacher-led program is designed for grades 6-12.
Whether she’s speaking to an auditorium full of students or adults, Tasha’s message empowers people to build resilience to overcome life’s challenges!
On-Site Introductions for Tasha
Introduction for Schools
To ensure a smooth and captivating introduction, Tasha’s husband, Doug will introduce her. Please use the following script to introduce him.
Introducing Doug
“Here to introduce our Assembly speaker is someone who certainly knows her best. Before marrying Tasha, he was a weatherman for ABC in Eau (pronounced O) Claire, Wisconsin for 11 years, the last seven as the Chief Meteorologist. Now, as her manager, he works alongside Tasha as they spread her story and message to students across the nation, and they manage to have a lot of fun along the way. Please give a (insert school name) welcome to Doug.”
Introduction for Businesses & Conferences
To ensure a smooth and captivating introduction, Tasha’s husband, Doug will introduce her. Please use the following script to introduce him.
Introducing Doug
“Here to introduce our keynote speaker is someone who knows her best. He is a former meteorologist, but he asks that you do not hold that against him, especially if the weather is bad! Please welcome Tasha’s husband, Doug.”
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