Dustin was diagnosed with a profound bilateral hearing loss at age five and began wearing hearing aids. Being deaf and adaptive has allowed Dustin to overcome life’s daily challenges and spread positivity in a powerful way and he’s here to share his story with you.
Dustin’s mission is to bring awareness to the challenges and solutions that give individuals with (and without) hearing loss the equitable access they need to succeed. HearsDustin is a platform where Dustin shares his stories and experiences, inspire others, and work with brands that aim to create more inclusive and accessible culture for everyone!
Dustin Giannelli
As a DEI and Accessibility focused public speaker and business professional who is profoundly deaf, Dustin shares his lived experiences, knowledge, PASSION and resources to highlight the importance of DEI best practices, accessibility and communication. Dustin has worn hearing aids since the age of 5 and uses his story as a vessel to the overall message, “The key to success in life is communication. And the key to communication is ACCESS!”
Upcoming recognition days that fuel Hears Dustin:
April: Deaf History Awareness Month Celebrate Diversity Month Autism Awareness Month Stress Awareness Month National ASL Day (4/15)
May: Mental Health Awareness Month Global Accessibility Awareness Day (5/15)
June: Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month
What our clients say about this speaker
“Dustin is an incredible speaker who leads with passion and brings an energy that fills up a room. I was touched by his experiences and we had multiple people tearing up because of how moved they were and how much they related to his message.”