Dynamic Dad’s Speak Out Panel
You’ve read about them, they marry women who are too thin, are too old to have children and watch too much TV. But aside from causing the epidemic, these Dads now have a chance to tell you exactly how they feel. Bring your questions Moms. Your husband might not want to tell you (guys can be pretty tight-lipped), but these Dad’s will share their personal stories, passionate insights, and provide a first-hand account from Dad’s perspective.
Dave Goes
Dave Goes is a father of three children - one of whom suffers from gastrointestinal and neurological damage, in addition to an autism diagnosis. Dave is married to Lisa (LJ, The Rev) Goes, one of the founding mothers of The Thinking Mom's Revolution. Dave is a fierce advocate of individualized healthcare and breaking down barriers so our kids can afford and receive appropriate treatment. Outside of autism, Goes is a Senior Vice President at Morningstar, an investment research firm in Chicago.
Erik Nanstiel
Erik Nanstiel is a single parent and caretaker of a 15-year-old daughter with severe, nonverbal autism. His professional background is in trade publications as an art director and writer. He cofounded the Foundation for Autism Information and Research, Inc. (Autismmedia.org) and is co-designer of Avatalker AAC (avatalkeraac.com), a speech-communication app for the Apple iPad and iPad Mini. He is a contributing author to Autism File magazine and volunteers his efforts as a videographer for both his former foundation and autism conferences like Autism One.
Wade Rankin
Wade Rankin is the father of three, the youngest of whom was diagnosed on the autism spectrum. After many years as an attorney in New Orleans, Wade moved to Chicago and into the field of casualty claims management so that he and his wife could better access the treatments and services their son needs. His former blog and his former AutismOne Radio show, both called “Injecting Sense,” are still available on-line. http://www.injectingsense.blogspot.com
Michael Smith
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David Geslak
David S. Geslak, aka Coach Dave, has become widely recognized in the autism community for his affection to the community, for his dynamic presentations and pioneering of structured visual exercise programs. He has trained professionals throughout the world on the his protocols, authored three books, hosts a TV show on The Autism Channel, and provides jobs for individuals with autism. The autism community has enthusiastically embraced Dave’s message and is especially encouraged by his results. www.ecautism.com
