Scott Hatley
Handicrap
August 30, 2007 | by Noah on the writeup...Zach on the Video | Permalink
Scott Hatley, founder of the non-profit Incight, is wheelchair-bound due to muscular dystrophy. That did not stop him, however, from graduating from the University of Portland, in 2001, and immediately starting his company, which offers employment and educational opportunities to people with disabilities. Scott was inspired by his summers spent at the Muscular Dystrophy Association’s summer camps. Scott realized that camp was the best part of the year for many of his friends, who did not otherwise envision themselves as normal people, with normal opportunities.
Scott’s success is incredible. Incight is currently supporting 70 disabled scholars, in their college career track program. These students receive not only financial support, but also the support of mentors, and internship programs; all of this is intended to help people overcome, what Scott calls, their “handicrap.” This is the term coined to describe all of the excuses and self-imposed barriers and limitations many disabled people must confront, if they are to find their way in the world. Really, it is applicable to every person, who must overcome insecurity and fear, and just go after what they love.
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Steve Says:
August 30th, 2007
This was the BEST interview I have seen thus far. Scott is an amazing person. Very inspirational, but more than that, he seems to have a humility and strength beyond his years. WOW. I would like to donate to his company. Maybe everyone who has joined your journey should do the same…
kelly G Says:
August 30th, 2007
What an amazing young man!!
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