Words of wisdom: “The remarkable truth that running has taught me is that I am delighted to be blind. I am happy about it. I’ve enjoyed a world of senses that most people will not take the time to appreciate, and some my greatest sensory experiences have happened while running."

An inspiring runner, Sullivan hasn’t allowed his lack of sight to get in his way from enjoying life to the fullest. An accomplished marathoner and race director, Sullivan is an entertaining speaker who offers his “Seeing Lessons”—14 inspirational life secrets. Sullivan’s memoir—If You Could See What I Hear—was turned into a motion picture and he remains active in the film industry as a writer, producer and actor.