Patti Bevilacqua

- speaker, storyteller, MS warrior -

In 1989, Patti Bevilacqua landed her dream job teaching high school PE. Just one year later, a life-changing diagnosis of multiple sclerosis derailed her path—but it was only the beginning of her incredible story.

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Who Patti Works With
Patti Bevilacqua collaborates with changemakers—college students, corporate teams, educators, and advocacy groups—who are ready to break barriers and create meaningful impact. She works with those navigating hidden illnesses, invisible challenges, and the pressing need for authentic diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).What Patti Does
Patti is a catalyst for transformation. Through powerful keynotes, engaging workshops, and her signature storytelling, she challenges audiences to shift their mindset, embrace resilience, and uncover unseen opportunities in adversity. Rooted in her journey with multiple sclerosis and her expertise as a Ph.D. educator, Patti delivers practical tools and unforgettable insights that inspire action and ignite change.Why Patti’s Work Matters
Hidden illnesses and invisible challenges aren’t just personal—they’re a call to reshape how we view strength, inclusion, and possibility. Patti’s work shines a light on these untold stories, turning vulnerability into empowerment and isolation into connection. She equips individuals and organizations to foster empathy, unlock potential, and build environments where everyone can thrive. This is more than inspiration—it’s a movement for change.Ready to transform the way you see challenges? Let’s make it happen.

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Keynotes & Workshops

DEI Under Fire - Navigating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Today's Campus CultureYour Life is Not Over - It's Just Temporarily Under ConstructionThe Power of a Second Wind - Turning Struggles into Stepping StonesSpeak Up, Stand Strong - The Power of Advocating for YourselfEmbrace the Detour - Finding your Way When Life Doesn't Follow the MapHow to Handle Life's Curveballs Without Dropping Your CoffeeMastering the Art of Saying NoOr, let’s chat about how I can customize my talks or workshops for your audience—reach out today!

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About

Patti Bevilacqua is a force of nature—an author, TEDx speaker, advocate, and dynamic storyteller who is redefining what it means to live fearlessly with hidden illnesses. As the founder of fearLESS with MS and The Hidden Illness Collective, Patti has made it her life’s mission to guide others in embracing their unique journeys, no matter the challenges they face.Diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS), Patti has turned her own experiences with invisible illness into a powerful platform for advocacy, support, and empowerment. Through her engaging keynote presentations, workshops, and candid storytelling, she helps individuals recognize that NO isn’t the end—it’s an invitation to uncover new possibilities. Patti’s approach empowers people to see setbacks as opportunities, not roadblocks, and to find strength in embracing their personal challenges with courage and resilience.With a Ph.D. in Teacher Development and a passion for fostering resilience, Patti inspires individuals to shift their mindset and embrace life’s hurdles with confidence. Whether she’s empowering someone to become their own best advocate or guiding a group through their personal growth journey, Patti is always there to remind us that we are not defined by our circumstances, but by how we rise above them.Her infectious energy, combined with a deep understanding of living with a hidden illness, resonates with people from all walks of life—helping them realize that they, too, can rewrite their story and live life to the fullest.FearLESS, brave, bold, and unstoppable—Patti Bevilacqua is living proof that no matter what life throws your way, you can always choose to show up and keep moving forward.

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