Aron Ralston Inspires World with Story of Survival on the Big Screen

ARLINGTON, Va., Nov. 9, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Aron Ralston, the man whose story is the new movie, 127 Hours, is now available for speeches and personal appearances exclusively through Keppler Speakers. Ralston, who is portrayed by James Franco in a critically-acclaimed performance, has become an inspiration to audiences worldwide. Ralston previously documented his life-altering experience in the New York Times best-selling memoir, Between a Rock and a Hard Place.

Aron Ralston, an experienced climber and adventurer, was descending a Utah canyon alone when an 800-pound boulder became loose and pinned him to the canyon wall in April, 2003. He survived there for five days, facing certain death, until he deciphered how he could free himself by first breaking his bones, then amputating his arm.  "It was the love for my family that motivated me.  As I cut myself free, I was smiling," Ralston explains.

Jim Keppler, president of Keppler Speakers, says, "It's rare when a person emerges that everyone can turn to for inspiration. The release of this film will certainly make him America's most in-demand speaker." Ralston says, "I'm very excited about the film and for sharing my story with audiences all over the world."

A sought-after keynote speaker, Aron Ralston moves audiences with his incredible story of strength in the face of adversity, and ultimately, of survival. He proves that when faced with unbearable odds we are capable of making the right decisions, no matter how difficult. Aron Ralston tells his story in a way that is never gruesome. He balances the facts with unmistakable humor and wit. Corporations and organizations across America are motivating their clients and employees with his all-too-incredible story. You can learn more about him at http://www.kepplerspeakers.com/speakers.aspx?name=Aron+Ralston

After the accident, Aron Ralston made numerous media appearances, including The Late Show with David Letterman; The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Ellen DeGeneres Show, Anderson Cooper, CNN Saturday Morning, and CNBC with Deborah Norville. Aron Ralston was also named GQ Man of the Year and a Vanity Fair Person of the Year in 2003.  

Founded in 1983, Keppler Speakers is the world's leading provider of high-impact inspirational speakers. In addition to Ralston, the firm also represents Christopher Gardner (inspiration for film The Pursuit of Happyness), Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Captain Jim Lovell (hero of Apollo 13), Baseball Hall of Famer Cal Ripken Jr., and Frank Abagnale, subject of the 2002 film Catch Me If You Can.  

For more information on Aron Ralston or Keppler Speakers, please contact John Truran at (703) 516-4000 or visit www.kepplerspeakers.com.

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