Erik Weihenmayer is one of the most celebrated and accomplished athletes in the world. In 2001, he became the only blind person in history to climb Mount Everest. When he stood on the top of Carstensz Pyramid in 2008, he completed his quest to climb all of the Seven Summits. In 2014, he kayaked the entire 277 miles of the Grand Canyon on the Colorado River, considered one of the most formidable whitewater venues in the world. Weihenmayer is the author of the best-selling memoir Touch the Top of the World, which was made into a film, and The Adversity Advantage, which shows readers how to turn everyday struggles into everyday greatness. His latest book, No Barriers: A Blind Man’s Journey to Kayak the Grand Canyon, is more than an adventure story; it illuminates how we move past the barriers in our lives toward growth and purpose. He is an internationally recognized speaker and brings his message of living a no-barriers life to audiences around the world. Weihenmayer continually seeks out new adventures, focusing his efforts on empowering people traditionally swept to the side- lines of life. He founded the organization No Barriers to help people with challenges tap into the human spirit, break through barriers, and contribute to the world.