Dale Spencer
Dale Spencer was leading the life of an average college student when at the age of 20, an unforeseen injury changed his life forever.
Left paralyzed, Dale had to adapt to new ways of doing everyday tasks, getting around, interacting with people, finishing college and
entering the workforce. Dale has triumphed over adversity and risen to the top of his profession, he continues to give back to his
community, grow and take on new challenges. By using simple techniques to keep his fear in check and his mind focused, Dale has
been able to achieve his life goals. Now he is sharing his experiences and helping others to attain their goals and ambitions.
Dale Spencer is a specialist at aiding in the realization that each of us is already equipped with the necessary tools to achieve success,
regardless of our circumstances.
Dale takes his audiences on a journey of real-life experiences and revelations. Together they identify obstacles, both professional and
personal, which are common road blocks to achieving success. By re-introducing us to the skills we already have, Dale is able to
illuminate the road to success.
All of Dale's programs are interactive with the audience and include a question and answer period at the end of the program.
Career HighlightsBA Liberal Arts NIU 1991
Co-Producer of Several Award Winning Independent Films
2004 Business Person of the Year, Bartlett Chamber of Commerce
Elected to the Board of Education of Elgin School District U-46, 2005-current
Appointed to The National Board of Directors of ThinkFirst National Injury Prevention Foundation, 2006- current
Chairman of the Resource Development for Corporate Sponsorship for the ThinkFirst National Prevention Foundation, 2009 -current
Chairman - "Voices for Injury Prevention" (VIP) Council, 2008-current
Recipient of the 2008 National VIP of the Year For Outstanding Commitment and Contribution to Injury Prevention
2012 Appointed to Deans Advisory Council of the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences at NIU
Dale Spencer was leading the life of an average college student when at the age of 20, an unforeseen injury changed his life forever.
Left paralyzed, Dale had to adapt to new ways of doing everyday tasks, getting around, interacting with people, finishing college and
entering the workforce. Dale has triumphed over adversity and risen to the top of his profession, he continues to give back to his
community, grow and take on new challenges. By using simple techniques to keep his fear in check and his mind focused, Dale has
been able to achieve his life goals. Now he is sharing his experiences and helping others to attain their goals and ambitions.
Dale Spencer is a specialist at aiding in the realization that each of us is already equipped with the necessary tools to achieve success,
regardless of our circumstances.
Dale takes his audiences on a journey of real-life experiences and revelations. Together they identify obstacles, both professional and
personal, which are common road blocks to achieving success. By re-introducing us to the skills we already have, Dale is able to
illuminate the road to success.
All of Dale's programs are interactive with the audience and include a question and answer period at the end of the program.
Career HighlightsBA Liberal Arts NIU 1991
Co-Producer of Several Award Winning Independent Films
2004 Business Person of the Year, Bartlett Chamber of Commerce
Elected to the Board of Education of Elgin School District U-46, 2005-current
Appointed to The National Board of Directors of ThinkFirst National Injury Prevention Foundation, 2006- current
Chairman of the Resource Development for Corporate Sponsorship for the ThinkFirst National Prevention Foundation, 2009 -current
Chairman - "Voices for Injury Prevention" (VIP) Council, 2008-current
Recipient of the 2008 National VIP of the Year For Outstanding Commitment and Contribution to Injury Prevention
2012 Appointed to Deans Advisory Council of the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences at NIU
That Injury Didn’t Have to Happen
This is the Dale Spencer Story. It is a genuine retelling of events that forever changed Dale Spencer's life and firmly placed him on the path that he now follows. Told in a narrative it is compelling, funny, uplifting, light-hearted and ultimately empowering for all who share the journey.
Dale recounts his life before the injury including his childhood and adolescence; his involvement in sports; his relationships with friends and family. He relates how he was driven toward...
Don’t Fear It: Embracing Life’s Journey
ather than focusing solely on his own experience, Dale has interviewed multiple professionals, family members and friends about fear and how it impacts our lives, both negatively and positively. Dale has determined there are 4 key areas where the emotion of FEAR dwells: Professional, social, mental and physical. As a result of these interviews, as well as his personal experiences, Dale has identified the necessary building blocks to overcome fear and achieve success, regardless of...
FEAR NOT! Circumventing Your Business Fears to Arrive at Professional Success
Rather than focusing solely on his own professional experiences, Dale has interviewed multiple professionals in a variety of industries about fear and how it impacts our professional lives, both negatively and positively. Dale has determined there are 4 key areas where the emotion of FEAR dwells: Professional, social, mental and physical. As a result of these interviews as well as his personal experiences, Dale has identified the necessary building blocks to overcome fear and achieve...
