Lie Down OR Stand Up

Sean graduated from Bryant College in Smithfield, Rhode Island with a degree in Business Administration. Sean has worked in Business Development for more than 10 years. He has been fortunate to work with The University of Central Florida Athletics, The Orlando Magic and Walt Disney World. He also was successful in the development of start up organizations.

In November of 2008, he was involved in a vehicle accident. During the accident, he sustained a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Spinal Cord Injury (C-6 Incomplete) and multiple Strokes.

After his accident, Sean struggled with his new life and lack of independence. He found solace in his faith and exercise.

I'm LUCKY, and I'm stubborn. I get frustrated with the limits imposed on people with disabilities. I believe that Accessibility = Opportunity.

Sean attempts to live each day. Since his accident, he became an Ironman, ran the Boston Marathon, qualified for Paralympic Time Trials in Track and made the US National Team in the sport of Paratriathlon. He has raced in three ITU World Championships. During this time, he has advocated for Adaptive Sports Programs in Central Florida, coordinated fundraising events and helped disabled veterans go to college.

In addition to his athletic endeavors, Sean serves as an advocate for people with disabilities in Central Florida and serves on the Brain and Spinal Cord Injury Program Advisory Council for the state of Florida. In addition to networking with legislators and community leaders, he makes himself available to individuals and their Caregivers.

I've been fortunate and blessed to experience so much in life. I have an amazing support group of family and friends. You will not achieve your greatest potential if you try to do everything on your own. There are support groups and resources for people living with disabilities and their caregivers.

My greatest gifts are my daughters Megan and Riley. They inspire me to be a better person and accomplish great things.

Brenda Dorman is the Lead Therapist at the Orlando Health Rehabilitation Institute Outpatient Program, part of Orlando Regional Level I Trauma Center and The Brain Injury Rehab Center. She has been a Physical Therapist Assistant for 11 years and has experience in the acute care and outpatient settings. She is a Certified Brain injury Specialist and has spent the past 9 years working on an interdisciplinary team, treating patients with Traumatic Brain Injury, multiple trauma, and Neurological impairments. At the FPTA Annual Conference Assembly of Representatives in 2010, Brenda and her colleague presented on the "Use of the Nintendo Wii in Rehabilitation". Brenda was awarded the APTA Recognition of Advanced Proficiency in Neuromuscular Physical Therapy in 2012. She is currently pursuing her Bachelor's Degree in Healthcare Administration at the University of Central Florida and has an Associates and Physical Therapist Assistant Degree from Seminole State College, where she serves on the Advisory board for the Physical Therapist Assistant program. Brenda is a Certified Clinical Instructor and has received accolades for her years of serving as an outstanding mentor to numerous students. She is also a two time Iron Man Tri-athlete and has been repeatedly recognized for her Philanthropic leadership in the community and for athletes with disabilities.

When a door closes, a window opens. Every day I work with people with disabilities to find that window of hope in order to move towards it. There is a purpose and passion in every one that sometimes gets lost when an injury occurs. What "Lie down or stand-up" offers is a way for people with disabilities to find their passion and give them hope that it's worth standing up. I'm excited and happy to be a part of this wonderful organization.

Alexander Hernandez is an Investment Consultant specializing in financial planning for individuals and families. He offers business owners, executives and other clients more than 14 years of investment management experience. Alexander came to SunTrust Investment Services from Prudential Preferred Financial Services, where he was Pruco Securities Registered Rep and Pruco Preferred Advisor.

Alexander's focus is advising on the development and implementation of investment strategies to help clients meet their immediate and future goals. Supported by a team of Investment Associates, he follows a disciplined process of assessing a client's financial situation, determining risk tolerance, forming and executing an appropriate investment plan, and regular portfolio rebalancing in order to obtain measurable results. He also consults on risk management, retirement planning, estate planning, and other critical financial strategies.

Alexander has earned the professional designations of Certified Financial Planner, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst and Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor. He serves on the Orange County Board of Children and Families, Walt Disney World Participants Association and is active with the West Orange and Hispanic Chamber. He is also an active member in the Central Florida YMCA. He grew up in Gainesville, Florida, where he earned a dual degree in Finance and Real Estate Analysis from the University of Florida. In his spare time, Alexander enjoys triathlons, volunteering, and spending time with his family. He and his wife Deann have five children.