Advancing Inclusion Through Leadership with Boston Athletic Association’s Dr. Cheri Blauwet [Video]

Dean Athanasia spoke with Boston Athletic Association Board Chair Dr. Cheri Blauwet ahead of the 2024 Boston Marathon for his series on leadership. As a marathon champion, Paralympic athlete, doctor, professor and disability inclusion advocate, Dr. Blauwet offers her unique perspective on what it takes to overcome challenges and achieve greatness.

00:00 Intro
00:24 Dr. Cheri Blauwet
01:18 Passion for racing
06:25 Insidious nature of lowered expectations
10:04 Importance of creating access for athletes
12:46 Boston Marathon bombing anniversary
16:31 How companies can support BAA
17:48 Advice for beginner athletes
21:04 Outro

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