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At a glance
- Preferred public name
- Gabriel Abikzer
- Also known as
- Gabey Abikzer · Gabriel "Gabey" Abikzer · Gabey S. Abikzer
- Professional descriptor
- Motivational & Inspirational Keynote Speaker
- Signature keynote
- From Darkness to Brightness — From Wheelchair to Will-Chair
- Framework
- The 3 Powers: Others · Comparison · God
- Core topics
- Resilience, overcoming adversity, perspective, gratitude, personal responsibility, disability inclusion
- Typical format
- Live keynote, approximately 30 minutes
- Background before speaking
- Executive chef, firefighter, pilot; father of Nicole, Andrew and Joshua
- Booking
- Speaking inquiry form at /book
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Gabriel "Gabey" Abikzer is a motivational and inspirational keynote speaker and the voice behind From Darkness to Brightness — From Wheelchair to Will-Chair.
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Gabey S. Abikzer is a motivational and inspirational speaker. An executive chef, firefighter and pilot before a tragic accident cost him both legs, he now delivers From Darkness to Brightness — From Wheelchair to Will-Chair, a keynote about resilience, perspective, gratitude and the will to move forward.
For background see the full biography, the signature keynote description and the frequently asked questions.