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Matt Hay

Healthcare & Rare Disease Advocate; Author

Matt Hay
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Indianapolis, IN, USA
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DEI, Disability, Diversity & Inclusion, Health, Healthcare, Inspirational, Overcoming Adversity, Resilience, TED
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Matt Hay Biography

Matt Hay's journey is one of resilience, transformation, and the power of sound — not just the kind you hear, but the kind you hold in your heart. A sophomore in college, Hay's life was changed forever when he was diagnosed with progressive hearing loss.

Hay's story resonates deeply with anyone who has faced personal or physical challenges. Whether he's speaking to the medical community, sharing his experiences with rare disease advocacy, or delivering a powerful TEDx talk titled “What Losing (and Regaining) My Hearing Taught me About Resilience,” Hay's authenticity shines through. His message is clear: no matter how hard life gets, you are never truly alone. Hay has made it his mission to help others find their voice, especially in the rare disease community, where patients often struggle to be heard.

A best-selling author, keynote speaker, and university lecturer, Hay’s memoir “Soundtrack of Silence: Love, Loss, and a Playlist for Life” explores the emotional and philosophical depths of his journey. As an Auditory Brainstem Implant user, Hay has found a way to bridge the gap between his old and new realities, learning to navigate a world where hearing is no longer a given but still a cherished memory.

Outside of speaking and writing, Hay is an Ironman Triathlon finisher and Boston Marathon participant — an impressive feat that speaks to his unyielding determination, even when faced with adversity.

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Matt Hay Speaking Topics

  • Soundtrack of Silence

    Matt was a sophomore in college when he finds out he is going to lose his hearing. He coasts through the early years of his diagnosis in denial, but as his hearing aids get bigger and bigger, Matt realizes he wants to capture the sounds that are slipping away: his girlfriend’s voice, the click of her heels, and especially, the songs of their invincible youth. Matt starts listening to music with a new appreciation — truly studying it, as he curates the soundtrack for the rest of his life. Behind each song, there is a coming-of-age story about freedom, tragedy, and falling in love. When Matt’s hearing eventually fades to nothing, the silent soundtrack in his head takes on a role he never imagines. The audience for his story of overcoming the physical, mental and emotional challenges always changes but his authentic delivery never does. He shares his message in hopes to keep someone from ever feeling as lost, helpless and alone as he did the day he woke up deaf…the day sound became only a memory.

Matt Hay Videos

  • Matt Hay | TEDxWrigleyville
    Matt Hay | TEDxWrigleyville
    In this powerful TEDx talk, Matt Hay shares his inspiring journey of resilience and innovation after losing his hearing to Neurofibromatosis Type 2...
  • Matt Hay releases memoir 'Soundtrack of Silence' | WGN News
    Matt Hay releases memoir 'Soundtrack of Silence' | WGN News
    Munster, Indiana native Matt Hay has a rare disease, Neurofibromatosis (NF2), in which tumors grow on the nerves that control hearing. He went along...
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Matt Hay Books

  • Soundtrack of Silence
    Soundtrack of Silence

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Matt Hay is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Soundtrack of Silence. The estimated speaking fee range to book Matt Hay for your event is $10,000 - $20,000. Matt Hay generally travels from Indianapolis, IN, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Temple Grandin, Allyson Felix, Olga Lucia Torres, JD, MS, Ema Dantas and James Barnes. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Matt Hay for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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