Welcome
Travis Davis is a passionate advocate for resilience, inclusion, and meaningful change. Born with cerebral palsy, he has spent his life transforming personal challenges into opportunities to educate, inspire, and empower others. His journey has taken him from classrooms to conference stages, from launching inclusive businesses to creating frameworks that help people and organizations overcome barriers.
With a background that includes 2 TEDx talks, the launch of a successful franchise, and the creation of Off The Crutch—a platform blending storytelling, consulting, and education—he's built a career dedicated to unlocking potential. Whether developing innovative solutions for businesses or hosting conversations that challenge perceptions, his mission is always the same: to turn obstacles into stepping stones.
Travis believes that resilience isn’t just a trait—it’s a skill anyone can develop. He can help others get off their crutch.
Entrepreneur
Travis is passionate about creating inclusive solutions, empowering individuals, and fostering community. He has built initiatives from the ground up, including opening a Rush Bowls franchise that employs people with disabilities. From managing operations and staffing to engaging with the local community, I’ve demonstrated how businesses can thrive while making a meaningful social impact.
His entrepreneurial journey also includes founding adaptive sports programs that provide people with disabilities opportunities to thrive through physical activity and community engagement. These initiatives were designed to break barriers, promote wellness, and demonstrate the power of inclusive recreation.
Whether creating programs or launching businesses, he focuses on blending social impact with strategic growth, ensuring every project leaves a lasting legacy of empowerment and inclusion.
Speaker
As a keynote and TEDx speaker, Travis brings personal stories and practical strategies to stages and airwaves alike. Whether addressing live audiences or hosting his podcast, Off The Crutch, his mission is the same: to inspire resilience, foster inclusion, and empower individuals to get off their "crutch."
Travis has hosted high-profile guests, including:
- Keely Kat-Wells, disability advocate, Founder of C Talent and Making Spaces
- Amber Sealy, Director of Disney's Out of My Mind
- Kathryn Goetzke, global mental health advocate, creator of Hopeful Minds, and author of Biggest Little Book About Hope
- Martyn Sibley, co-founder of Disability Horizons and global inclusion influencer
- Billy Price, CEO and co-founder of Billy Footwear, redefining adaptive fashion
These conversations dive into topics like disability inclusion, mental health, and personal growth, creating a space where challenges become opportunities.
Expert
Travis has been featured in major publications such as SUCCESS Magazine and has appeared on prominent media platforms, including Sirius XM, KRQE, KOB, and KOAT, among others.
He frequently serves as a guest lecturer in college classes. He is a sought-after consultant for organizations looking to foster inclusive cultures and implement innovative hiring practices.
TEDx Talks
Michelle CooperI'm excited to say that I saw Travis Davis speak at the TED South Congress event in Austin. Travis is not only a great speaker, but an incredible human. He uses an acronym aligned with the word CRUTCH to speak to how to create real relationships with the disabled community.
The letters pair with words/concepts on how best to think about, interact and see the broader talent of your fellow humans. My favorite is the H, which stands for Heart as it struck me that we could all use a bit more Heart with each other these days. I highly recommend this TED talk, his previous TED talk, his Podcast, and even hiring Travis to speak to your team/company!
Travis Davis delivered one of the most powerful talks at TEDx South Congress, reminding us that we all carry crutches, whether visible or not. His message of resilience, creativity, and heart challenged us to rethink inclusion not as a checkbox, but as a path to strength and innovation.Merill Davis
Karen CourterTravis is one of the most inspiring individuals I’ve encountered. Through his openness and vulnerability in sharing his personal journey with disability, Travis creates a safe and welcoming space for others to reflect on their own challenges and ask meaningful questions.
He beautifully reframes adversity, reminding us that our struggles can become our superpowers. His message around “CRUTCHes”—Creativity, Resilience, Understanding, Trust, Confidence, and Heart—is both memorable and deeply impactful.
If you're looking for a speaker who will move your audience, spark important conversations, and leave a lasting impression, I wholeheartedly recommend Travis. His presence is a true gift!
Travis is a powerful, thought-provoking, and deeply moving speaker. His ability to weave personal experience with a broader message about resilience and inclusion left a lasting impression on me. Travis challenges us to rethink what holds us back—our ‘crutches’—and show how to transform them into strengths. I walked away feeling both inspired and equipped with a new perspective.Sean Hale
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