John O'Leary; Rising Above - Ignite Your Life

As a child, John O'Leary experienced firsthand, the devastating nature of fire which left him burned over 98 percent of his body. He was given less than one percent chance of surviving the first night. He endured months in the hospital, years in therapy, dozens of surgeries and lost all his fingers to amputation. His unlikely recovery meant a journey of pain and loss that could have easily been insurmountable. Yet, John chose not only to rise above adversity, but to thrive. As a college graduate, business owner, philanthropist, husband and father, he serves as an amazing beacon of hope, positive change, and bold action. John also brings his experience, wisdom and expertise to his roles as chaplain at a children’s hospital and as an ambassador for Big Brothers, Big Sisters. John eagerly shares that his greatest success in life is his marriage with Beth and their four children, Jack, Patrick, Henry and Grace. You can learn more about John HERE and follow him on Facebook and Twitter.