Brandon Farbstein

About Brandon Farbstein

Brandon Farbstein is a Gen Z powerhouse, activist, and speaker whose message of inclusion and empowerment has positioned him one of his generation’s most influential voices. With a global reach, Brandon inspires individuals and organizations to embrace self-acceptance, challenge stereotypes, and drive meaningful change. His collaborations with iconic companies like Meta, LVMH, and Marriott, combined with his advocacy for the disability community, have solidified his role as a leading force for progress. Born with an extremely rare form of dwarfism, Brandon transformed his personal struggles with bullying and isolation into a catalyst for change. By 18, he championed two groundbreaking laws in Virginia—one addressing bullying prevention and the other mandating empathy and emotional intelligence education in K-12 schools. His ability to connect deeply with audiences has made him a sought-after speaker on prestigious stages, including the Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT), where he has inspired thousands of global leaders. Brandon’s impact spans industries and audiences. Whether speaking to students, advising Fortune 100 companies, or empowering readers through his books Ten Feet Tall and A Kids Book About Self-Love, he equips people with tools to overcome limitations and live amplified lives. His dynamic presence and storytelling have made him a fixture at global conferences, leadership summits, and corporate events, leaving audiences inspired to drive change in their communities. As a Founding Partner of Daniel Lubetzky’s Builders Movement and a board member for multiple organizations, Brandon is at the forefront of fostering belonging and social impact. Representing the disability community—the world’s largest minority group at 15% of the global population—he amplifies marginalized voices on the world stage. His work has earned him recognition as a LinkedIn Top Voice for disability advocacy and the Anti-Defamation League’s (ADL) Hero Against Hate award for combating discrimination and promoting empathy. Brandon is more than a speaker—he’s a movement. Through his mission to Elevate Empathy®, he continues to inspire action and ignite global change, proving that resilience, authenticity, and determination can transform lives and reshape the world. brandonfarbstein.com Select past clients include: Amazon Meta LVMH Raytheon MDRT Foot Locker YPO Pennsylvania Department of Education UKG Kroger National School Boards Association Suntrust March of Dimes University of Michigan ADP National Student Council FBLA Stand Together Foundation for Jewish Camp BBYO

Experience

1. Youngest Professional Member

   National Speakers Association

   Sep 2017 — Present

Education

• MIT Sloan School of Management

  Executive Education

  2020

Skills

• Public Speaking
• Instagram
• Innovation
• Voiceovers
• Live Broadcast
• Journalism
• Messaging
• Advocacy
• Leadership
• Marketing
• Social Media
• Motivational Speaking
• Acting