sounding the alarm
bringing together patients, families, and clinicians for c. diff awareness.
Peggy Lillis Foundation’s Speaker’s Bureau provides access to vetted speakers who are passionate about raising C. diff awareness, educating healthcare providers and laypeople, and ultimately saving lives threatened by C. diff. We maintain a directory of inspirational speakers, including C. diff survivors, family members, scientists, and healthcare professionals, who serve as educators and ambassadors for C. diff awareness.
The speakers provide messaging consistent with Peggy Lillis Foundation’s mission of building a national movement to combat C. diff infections by educating the public, empowering volunteers, and shaping policy. Our diverse group of speakers can cover a range of topics, including:
Our diverse group of speakers can cover a range of topics, including:
- Raise awareness about C. diff infections
- The impact of primary and recurrent C. diff
- Socio-emotional impact of C. diff infections
- Antibiotic overuse
Our speakers are available for the following opportunities:
- Print, audio, and video press interviews
- Presentations at conferences and company meetings
- Participation in continuing education events and programs
Sydney is originally from Portland, Oregon, and now lives in beautiful Utah with her husband, two energetic boys, and three dogs. She has been a chronic illness warrior with ulcerative colitis since she was 12. During her pregnancy with her second son, she began experiencing TMJ jaw issues, which eventually led to a C. diff infection, idiopathic condylar resorption, and the destruction of her jaw. This journey culminated in a total joint replacement surgery in 2024. Despite these health struggles, she doesn’t let them define her.
Carol is a certified Neuro-Linguistic Practitioner, retired accounting professional, musician, and C. diff advocacy champion. She is a C. diff survivor and has been advocating for awareness and education for many years. Carol is also the Chair of the Peggy Lillis Foundation Peer Support Network.
Pam is a C. diff survivor, advocate for the Peggy Lillis Foundation and a member of the Oregon Health Authority: Healthcare Acquired Infection Advisory Committee. She lives in Portland Oregon with her husband, two daughters, and golden retriever. In her free time she enjoys spending time outdoors and baking. Pam was the recipient of PLF’s 2023 Advocate Award.
Denese is a licensed aesthetician, small business owner, and proud C. diff survivor. She is starting her journey as a PLF volunteer after her own battle with C. diff, which began in August 2024 following a misdiagnosis that led to hospitalization and recurrence. Her infection developed after taking an antibiotic prescribed for a dental procedure, and she is now passionate about raising awareness and supporting others facing similar challenges.
Sara is a wife, mother of 3, and a C. diff survivor after contracting the disease from a public place. She and her husband are modern day homesteaders in Kentucky, who strive to raise most of what they consume and look for natural alternatives when possible. C. diff struck hard at the beginning of her third pregnancy, and after a failed round of vancomycin and being bed-bound over a month, was able to find relief through natural remedies.
Minnie is a C. diff survivor and an advocate for the Peggy Lillis Foundation. She is a stay-at-home mother of two. In her free time, she loves to play video games as well as spend time hiking and camping with family.
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Click below to reach out and request one of our speakers for a press or educational opportunity. Please note that we request any travel costs associated with attending events or meetings are covered by the requesting organization/company.
