Sam Seavey

Sam Seavey is the founder and creator of the very popular YouTube channel, The Blind Life, which, according to a recent article from the Foundation Fighting Blindness, “is currently the largest resource for assistive technology on the internet.” With more than 60,000 subscribers and over 800 informative videos, Sam offers tips for managing daily tasks, reviewing assistive devices, and hosting informative interviews with key stakeholders in the visually impaired community.

Sam was diagnosed at age 11 with Stargardt’s, an early onset form of macular degeneration. Over the last 30 years, he has developed an extensive background in research and understanding of assistive devices and techniques of living with low vision. Featured in USA TODAY, WIRED Magazine, and numerous national and international podcasts on assistive technology, Sam is recognized as an expert when speaking and presenting at national and international conferences. Sam collaborates with tech giants like Google, SONY and Apple, has created content for numerous websites and participates on Microsoft’s Window’s Accessibility Advisory Board.

Sam currently manages the assistive technology program at a nonprofit where he provides training on many of the life changing technologies featured on his channel. Whether he’s working one on one with clients or through his YouTube videos, Sam’s goal is to help everyone live their BEST BLIND LIFE!