Dave Sanderson

Dave Sanderson is a nationally recognized leadership speaker, accomplished author, and inspirational survivor of what is known as "The Miracle on the Hudson." As the last passenger off US Airways Flight 1549 which had to ditch into the river, he took the lessons he learned from that profound experience in the frigid water and emerged from the wreckage with a mission to encourage others and share coping skills to address any adversity they may face.

Dave is convinced that everyone has their own defining moment, whether it be personal or professional, but that most people don’t know how to take that first step to find opportunities out of their own uncertainty. He now travels the globe on a personal mission to share his life lessons, show the importance of not only setting goals but also achieving them, and share his passion for helping others who are longing for connection and community.

He lives in Charlotte, NC with Terri, his wife of 35 years and has four children.