Empowering Adaptive Athletes Through Media | Ryan Wilson of Team Trust Productions

In this episode of We’re Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland talks ith Ryan Wilson—founder of Team Trust Productions—for a conversation about how adaptive athletes are using the power of media to change the narrative around disability.

Ryan shares his journey from discovering adaptive sports at the University of Illinois to launching a creative agency that centers disabled voices through authentic storytelling and inclusive marketing. He opens up about the challenges of building a business as a wheelchair user, the impact of his Disability Marketing Guide, and why empathy and representation are key to reshaping public perception.

You’ll hear how Team Trust Productions is growing, how Ryan balances entrepreneurship with health, and why he believes adaptive athletes should be recognized not for their struggles, but for their strength, skill, and spirit.

🎯 What You’ll Learn:

• How media empowers adaptive athletes
• The story behind Team Trust Productions
• Challenges and wins in accessible entrepreneurship
• How inclusive storytelling connects brands with real impact
• Ideas for collaborating in the adaptive sports world

🌐 Want to work with Ryan or explore inclusive marketing?
Visit teamtrustproductions.com

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