Mick’s Story

Mick Kronman, author, consultant, and former City of Santa Barbara Harbormaster, embodies what it takes to overcome adversity. He has walked the walk, moving from a medical death sentence to good health, a thriving career, and wonderful family. During a 40-year tango with kidney disease, including three years of dialysis and four kidney transplants (plus a short stretch in state prison for political activism), he’s had time to reflect on adversity and design strategies for overcoming all manner of challenges. Mick now offers presentations on Overcoming Adversity that have been praised by a wide range of audiences. Motivational but not mystical, his presentation describes tangible, practical tools we can use to face personal and professional trials.