The Journey
From the depths of struggle to the heights of redemption, Ethan Fisher's story is a testament to the human spirit's capacity for change.
Ethan Fisher isn’t your typical keynote speaker. He doesn't just recite leadership principles; he embodies the hard-won lessons of a life reclaimed. His keynote emotionally describes how one poor choice can change everything, and how redemption can redefine what’s possible.
Ethan bravely shares his downfall from a narrow-minded, partying college failure—a basketball player who drove drunk, blacked out, and woke up to a tragedy that changed lives forever. He speaks openly about his years in prison, and the unprecedented journey that followed: playing college basketball as an inmate, coaching while earning multiple degrees, and becoming a President's award winner.
But his story doesn't end with personal success. It continues with a mission to serve. As the 2023 APCA Speaker of the Year, Ethan has dedicated his life to helping students avoid the pitfalls he faced.
Ethan connects immediately and deeply with any crowd. His vulnerability opens the floodgates for real conversations about mental health, addiction, peer pressure, and accountability.
Audiences don’t leave just inspired. They leave changed. They leave aware. They leave with a choice.
A Focus on Student Life
While his background involves athletics, Ethan's primary work from 2019-2023 has been with Student Life, Student Activities, and Counseling Directors. He understands that the silos on campus need to be broken down, and that every student—athlete or not—deserves to hear a message of hope.