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Tournadeau embrace your storm speaking

Tournadeau embrace your storm speaking

Putnam, CT

$1000 - up

Travels up to 120 miles

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Jonathan Nadeau blind gamer plays Madden football.

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Why accessible software needs to be open source

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Jonathan Nadeau speaks at Libreplanet

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Jonathan Nadeau talks about Northeast Linux fest

Overview

Blind since his teens and no stranger to loss, Jonathan Nadeau is a powerful voice for resilience, purpose, and possibility. His journey—from tragedy to rebuilding his life through creativity and determination—inspires audiences to overcome adversity and find strength in their storms. With raw honesty and deep insight, Jonathan empowers others to turn pain into purpose. Book him to inspire courage, grit, and transformation at your next event.


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Booking information

Price range: $1000 - up

Gig length: 20 - 60 minutes

What to expect

When you book Jonathan Nadeau, expect more than just a speech—expect a powerful, authentic experience. Jonathan brings raw honesty, passion, and a deep well of life experience to every stage. He weaves storytelling, insight, and humor into a message that resonates long after the event ends.
Audience members will be moved, inspired, and challenged to rethink what’s possible—both personally and professionally. Jonathan customizes each talk to match your event’s goals, and he's easy to work with, punctual, and prepared.
Whether you’re hosting a tech event, creative summit, accessibility panel, or motivational gathering, Jonathan delivers clarity, energy, and impact every time.

About

🔹 Jonathan Nadeau — Speaker. Innovator. Survivor.
Champion of Open-Source, Accessibility, and Creative Empowerment
Jonathan Nadeau is not your average speaker. He’s a blind technologist, a lifelong musician, and a relentless innovator who has turned tragedy into transformation. By the time he was 18, Jonathan had lost both of his parents and his eyesight—but not his vision for the future.
Rather than give in to despair, Jonathan rebuilt his world through grit, creativity, and an unwavering belief in purpose. He taught himself to code, learned to adapt, and began crafting tools that empower others. He’s the creator of Typhoon OS, a Linux-based operating system designed for accessibility and creators, and the architect behind Ionoblock, a blockchain ecosystem that puts artists and users back in control.
But his story isn’t just about tech—it’s about tenacity. As a musician and guitarist, Jonathan knows the power of rhythm and resilience. He speaks not only from knowledge, but from lived experience—channeling loss, pain, and hardship into a message of hope and capability.
Jonathan speaks to:

🔧 Tech communities about building ethical, inclusive software

🔄 Blockchain audiences about sustainable token economies and creator-first platforms

🎨 Creatives & educators about unlocking potential through technology and art

♿ Disability advocates & organizations about designing for true accessibility

🔊 General audiences about surviving trauma and reclaiming purpose through creativity
Whether you’re hosting a tech conference, creative summit, accessibility forum, or motivational event—Jonathan delivers more than a talk. He brings a presence that challenges limits, ignites minds, and opens hearts.
Book Jonathan if you want a speaker who lives what he teaches—and inspires others to rise, build, and thrive.

Additional booking notes

Jonathan is easy to accommodate and brings professionalism to both in-person and virtual events. His standard technical needs include:

A microphone (wireless lavalier or handheld preferred)

A chair or stool (optional)

Audio input for guitar (if musical performance is included)

Accessible stage or ramp (if possible)

Bottled water
Jonathan also offers virtual speaking engagements via Zoom or your preferred platform. For virtual events, he uses high-quality audio equipment and a stable connection to ensure a clear, engaging experience for your audience.
Whether on stage or online, Jonathan adapts seamlessly to your event’s format and technical setup.