Lesra Martin

Topics

Education Motivation

Presentations

Lazarus & The Hurricane

Literacy & Education

The Justice System

Showing the Way of the Power of One

Summary Profile

Lesra Martin was trapped in the crime-ridden streets of Brooklyn. Illiterate and poor, he lived a life of little hope or promise. His first  book purchase at a library sale changed his life and the lives of others forever. Through a series of incredible circumstances, he became the unlikely catalyst in the freeing of one of North America's most famous wrongly convicted prisoners.

Lesra's personal journey and story of success is the subject of a best-selling book entitled Lazarus and the Hurricane. His story is also featured in the award-winning motion picture The Hurricane starring Denzel Washington. He has made guest appearances on the Oprah Winfrey Show, Larry King Live and at the United Nations.

Through his inspiring presentations, he shows audiences that the power to make a difference exists in each of us.


Client Testimonials

"By speaking to others about your life experiences, you not only proved that anything is possible with the right mindset, but also your stories and examples inspired students to follow their dreams and stand by their values."

Indiana University of Pennsylvania's Six O'Clock Series