{On Air with Kate Butler} From Rock Bottom in a Shelter to CEO of Hands Up Silent Theater

Kristy Whilden is a mother of six, teacher, entrepreneur, former nurse, music educator, and #1 international bestselling author. She has overcome life challenges that landed her in a rape and abuse shelter and turned hearing loss into an opportunity to start Hands Up Silent Theater, a nonprofit organization with programs that include performances in sign language. One key to her success is the ongoing belief that she can find a way, not matter how many challenges she faces.