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Dave Sanderson – Moments Matter

Dave Sanderson

Dave Sanderson is the Managing Partner of his firm, Dave Sanderson Speaks Enterprises based out of Charlotte, NC. On January 15, 2009, Dave was the last passenger off the plane that crashed into the Hudson River, best known as “The Miracle on the Hudson” and was largely responsible for making sure so many others made it out safely. In addition to speaking and training, Dave conducts workshops and has recently released his next book titled “Moments Matter”, in which he discusses how by employing 12 key resources was a main factor that turned a potential tragedy into the “Miracle on the Hudson”. He and his wife, Terri, reside in Charlotte, NC. They have four children, Chelsey, Colleen, Courtney and Chance

Dave Sanderson Vroom Veer Stories

  • Stood up to a Bully who was picking on another kid; praised by Principle in 7th grade
  • Jock in High School good at all the sports; not so much at books
  • Was a walk-on college football player; hurt his knee; dad made him pay for college
  • Dad helped him get a job as an assistant manager at a restaurant; learned how to solve problems
  • Faced a crazy day on Christmas eve when Bill Marriott showed up; Dave asked him to drop some french fries
  • Worked with Tony Robbins and got to hang out with that crowd, CEO's, presidents
  • His Big moment helping people off a plane in freezing water; did the right thing

Dave Sanderson Links

Dave's Web Site

Moments Matter (the Book)