Chantrise Sims Holliman, EdD

Disturb the Universe, LLC

Consultant/Educator

Dr. Chantrise Sims Holliman is an award-winning educator, speaker, and resilience strategist who knows firsthand what it means to hold things together when life falls apart. A former high school teacher turned disability advocate, Chantrise brings over two decades of experience navigating systems—from classrooms to conferences—with clarity, humor, and heart. As a bilateral amputee and full-time wheelchair user, she understands the emotional labor and invisible leadership that often define helping professions. Through her keynote presentations, workshops, and writing, she empowers professionals across healthcare, corporate, educational, social service, and faith-based sectors to adapt without burnout and lead with impact, even when recognition is scarce. Chantrise has worked with organizations including the American Heart Association, Montefiore Einstein, and CCMC, and her voice is known for blending real-world insight with warmth, wit, and authenticity. Her message will challenge you to rethink resilience, reclaim your purpose, and remember that you are not just holding it all together—you are holding up systems that rely on your strength.