Larry Dorame is a dynamic and faith-driven inspirational speaker whose life embodies perseverance, redemption, and grace. Having faced cancer, addiction, multiple life-threatening surgeries, chronic illness, disabilities, and daily pain, Larry knows what it means to walk through suffering and to come out stronger, grounded, and renewed.
Through his personal journey of faith, family, and recovery, Larry shares a message of courage and hope that reaches audiences of all walks of life. His story bridges the sacred and the human, inviting people to see that no matter how broken or uncertain life becomes, God’s presence and purpose can be found in every moment.
He speaks with authenticity, humor, and deep compassion, inspiring others to find peace in hardship, strength through faith, and joy in perseverance. Whether speaking to church communities, recovery groups, healthcare audiences, or corporate teams, Larry’s message leaves listeners uplifted and motivated to face their own challenges with courage and hope.
Larry is a Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP) and graduate of Arizona State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Nonprofit Leadership and Management along with a Certificate in American Humanics. Throughout his career, Larry has been recognized for his commitment to leadership, service, and community impact, receiving honors including the Tim Manning Culture of Excellence Award, the Make a Difference Award from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale, the American Humanics Directors Award, the Ray Davies Humanitarian Award from the City of Tucson, and multiple Congressional Achievement Awards from Congressman Raul Grijalva. A recipient of the prestigious ASU Leadership Scholarship Program, Larry has dedicated his life to serving others through nonprofit leadership, advocacy, and public speaking.
What truly sets Larry apart, however, is not just his professional accomplishments but the extraordinary journey that shaped them. After surviving cancer at age 22, Larry faced years of chronic illness, intestinal failure, life-threatening infections, addiction recovery, and countless surgeries that tested every aspect of his faith, resilience, and determination. Through these experiences, he discovered that hope is not found in the absence of suffering but in the courage to persevere through it. Today, as the Founder and Chairman of Miraculum, Larry speaks to audiences across the country about overcoming adversity, finding purpose in pain, building resilience, and recognizing the miracles hidden within life's greatest challenges. His unique blend of professional expertise, lived experience, authenticity, and inspiration leaves audiences empowered to face their own struggles with renewed hope and purpose.
Signature Speaking Topics (more available on request)
Faith Through Suffering - Turning pain and uncertainty into purpose
Fatherhood - Being present in a broken society
Overcoming Addiction and Adversity - A journey of healing and redemption
Speaking Through Challenges - How to lead, inspire and stay positive through hardship
The Power of Prayer and Compassion - Finding strength and peace in conversation with God
Being the Light in a Dark World - Equipping others with the Power of the Gospel in a troubled world
Balancing Faith, Family and Health - Discovering grace in the struggle
