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Here at Bravoz, our mission is to embrace the challenges of mental health and change the stigma surrounding it. We are devoted to providing resources and impactful speakers with real life stories and personal journeys to help change the culture in your organization today.
Our Story
Bravoz was founded by William Miller who graduated from The University of Miami with a degree in Sports Administration and Marketing. Will has always had a heart for doing good in the world and wanted to create a platform for brave voices in this world to have an impact. Miller had previously battled his own issues with anxiety and depression due to the effects of Covid and that helped spark the creation of Bravoz, a platform for people to share there personal journeys and greatest acheivements.
Bravoz was created to foster open conversations about mental health and personal growth. We connect inspiring speakers with corporations, providing thought-provoking presentations that empower individuals and organizations to address the challenges of mental well-being. Our speakers share their personal journeys, offering valuable insights and practical strategies for overcoming adversity. By bridging the gap between personal experiences and corporate needs, we aim to create a more supportive workplace culture.
William Miller Founder willmiller@bravoz.org (573) - 616 - 8822Mardy Fish
Mardy Fish is a former number one ranked US professional tennis player and reached as high as number seven in the world. On the biggest stage about to face Roger Federer his life would change forever. His battle with anxiety and depression was his most difficult opponent despite playing in the most difficult era of tennis ever seen. Mardy’s inspiring journey to overcome mental health challenges and to champion the efforts to erase the stigma has made him the subject of a popular Netflix special and a frequent speaker to high performance organizations.
Tennis Career
Mardy rose to prominence in the early 2000s. Known for his aggressive baseline game and powerful serve, Fish achieved significant success on the ATP Tour. He won six singles titles, reached the finals of four Masters Series events, and climbed to a career-high ranking of world No. 7. He found success in the hardest era of tennis ever seen including winning a silver medal at the 2004 Summer Olympics and also defeating Rodger Federer, Rafael Nadal, and Andy Murray. Fish was announced as Davis Cup Captain in 2019 just four years after his retirement where he served as Captain for four years.
Beyond the Court
Following his retirement from professional tennis, Mardy Fish embarked on a new chapter focused on giving back. He established a youth tennis foundation in his hometown of Vero Beach, providing underprivileged children with the opportunity to learn the sport and develop valuable life skills. Fish's dedication to fostering the next generation of tennis players is evident in the foundation's success. Additionally, Fish rediscovered his passion for golf, a sport he had previously enjoyed. His talent and competitive spirit quickly translated to success on the celebrity golf circuit, where he has claimed two tournament victories. On top of all that he has quickly become a major advocate for mental health awareness in high performing environments. From this he has appeared on many major news outlets and spoken at numerous conferences trying to spark change for the future generations.
Let’s Do This Together!
Resources
Why Mental Health Needs To Be A Top Priority In The Workplace
Prioritizing Mental Health and Well-being For All
Athlete Mental Health: What You Need To Know
Organizational Best Practices To Support Mental Health In The Workplace
Supporting Employee Mental Health Is Good For Business
The Impacts Of Poor Mental Health In Business
“Mental health is an invisible thing, but it touches all of us at some point or another. It’s part of everyones life.”
Kevin Love, Basketball player for Miami Heat
"The biggest challenge we face as leaders is to create a culture where people feel comfortable talking about their mental health. We need to break down the stigma and make it okay to not be okay."
Sheryl Sandberg, COO of Meta
“For the longest time, I thought asking for help was a sign of weakness because that’s kind of what society teaches us. That’s especially true from an athlete’s perspective. If we ask for help, then we’re not this big macho athlete that people can look up to. Well, you know what? If someone wants to call me weak for asking for help, that’s their problem. Because I’m saving my own life.”
Micheal Phelps, All Time Winningest Olympic Swimmer
“It’s OK not to be OK. To show weakness, we’re told in sports, is to deserve shame. But showing weakness, addressing your mental health, is strength.”
Mardy Fish, Former Top 10 Tennis Player
"I believe that we have a responsibility to create a workplace where everyone feels safe and supported. That means investing in mental health resources and creating a culture of openness and compassion."
Tim Cook, CEO of Apple