Brad Cohen

Brad Cohen Tourette Foundation

It is Brad’s goal to make a difference one day at a time. This is why he started the Brad Cohen Tourette Foundation (BCTF), a 501(c)(3) non-profit to help raise money to help children with Tourette syndrome learn how to exist in the real world with others who don’t understand. We support the socialization, achievement, and education of those with Tourette syndrome and the non-profit/tax-exempt organizations that focus on the needs of those with Tourette syndrome.

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Front of the Class, the book

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As a child with Tourette syndrome, Brad Cohen was ridiculed, beaten, mocked, and shunned. Children, teachers, and even family members found it difficult to be around him. As a teen, he was viewed by many as purposefully misbehaving, even though he had little power over the twitches and noises he produced, especially under stress. Even today, Brad is sometimes ejected from movie theaters and restaurants.

But Brad Cohen's story is not one of self-pity. His unwavering determination and fiercely positive attitude conquered the difficulties he faced in school, in college, and while job hunting ...




 

A Dynamic Speaker Who Fills the Room with Energy and Emotion


"Brad gets up, and all of a sudden you could just sort of feel the energy in the room dialed up about 50 amps,. Shriver said. .I looked up at one point, and half the kids were crying, and the next minute they were rolling on the floor laughing. Eyes were wide open."


"He was describing his life. It was humiliating. I pretty much bombed, and this guy is hitting a grand slam in the World Series. He gets this standing ovation, and the place is going nuts."


Tim Shriver, Chairman of Special Olympics


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Front of the Class: The "Hallmark Hall of Fame" movie

FRONT OF THE CLASS, the "Hallmark Hall of Fame" presentation starring Patricia Heaton ("Everybody Loves Raymond"), Treat Williams ("Everwood") and Jimmy Wolk ("The Spiral Project"), will air on CBS Television Networks on February 6, 2010. The drama is based on the true story written by Brad Cohen who, after being challenged by Tourette's syndrome from a very young age, defies all odds to become a gifted teacher. Brad reminds us all that dreams can come true!



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Testimonials
"Brad Cohen is a walking billboard for the idea of living positively. He is like a cold drink on a hot day--refreshing, energizing, and likely to put a smile on your face."
Tim Shriver - Chairman of Special Olympics

"I have observed the magic of Brad Cohen in the classroom. He has turned Tourette Syndrome into an asset, and his life into inspiration."
Senator Johnny Isakson, Georgia

"Brad Cohen's story is a triumph of hope, determination, will and relentless good humor."
Peter J. Hollenbeck, Ph.D., Professor and
Associate Head of Biological Sciences,
Purdue University


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Press :: Events during 2019

  • Chief Human Resource Officer and Diversity & Inclusion Officer Summit

    Location: Atlanta, GA
    Date/Time: Jan 24th, 2019 at 9am
    Description: Keynote Speaker https://www.ceoaction.com/

  • Association of California School Administrators

    Location: Anaheim, CA
    Date/Time: Feb 13th, 2019 at 4:45
    Description: Keynote Speaker at Conference www.acsa.org

  • Alabama Transition Conference

    Location: Auburn, AL
    Date/Time: Mar 4th, 2019 at 9am
    Description: Auburn University Keynote Speaker https://web.auburn.edu/institute/conference/xxvii/welcome.aspx

  • Primrose Conference

    Location: Marietta, GA
    Date/Time: Mar 16th, 2019 at 9am
    Description: Delivering the Primrose Experience Keynote speaker

  • Boston Scientific

    Location: Boston, MA
    Date/Time: Apr 2nd, 2019 at 11:30am
    Description: Diversity and Inclusion Keynote Speaker

  • Huntington Bank

    Location: Columbus, OH
    Date/Time: Jun 18th, 2019 at 10am
    Description: Keynote Speaker for Diversity and Inclusion event

  • Cobb EMC Lunch

    Location: Marietta, GA
    Date/Time: Jul 18th, 2019 at 11:30am
    Description: Keynote Speaker

  • Nassau County School District

    Location: Nassau County, FL
    Date/Time: Aug 5th, 2019 at 10am
    Description: Keynote Speaker at Opening Day for Staff

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    Location: Detroit, MI
    Date/Time: Aug 28th, 2019 at 11:00am
    Description: Keynote Speaker for Diversity and Inclusion Event

  • Ally Financial

    Location: Detroit, MI
    Date/Time: Aug 28th, 2019 at 2:00pm
    Description: Keynote Speaker for Diversity and Inclusion Event

  • Parent Empowerment Group Conference

    Location: Orlando, FL
    Date/Time: Nov 16th, 2019 at 9am
    Description: Keynote Speaker and Breakout Session

  • Alabama School Board Conference

    Location: Birmingham, AL
    Date/Time: Dec 6th, 2019 at 9am
    Description: Keynote Speaker - The Power of One

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