Brandon Rumbaugh Speaking Fee: $10,000 to $20,000
Travels From:
PIT - Pittsburgh, PA
Primary Topic Category:
Inspiration / Motivation / Overcoming Obstacles
Secondary Topic Category:
Military
Brandon Rumbaugh Speaker Profile: At A Glance
Brandon Rumbaugh is no stranger to challenge and adversity. After stepping on an IED in Afghanistan in 2012, he lost both of his legs and underwent months of rehab and treatments. But Brandon took that challenge head-on and turned it into self-motivation. Now, Brandon shares his story of challenge and obstacles to create motivation in others, inspiring those he meets with his optimism and passion to help others.
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