The Hourglass Fund Project
Jul 13, 2017
Ruth Bachman
The Hourglass Fund Project

A mountain climber, writer, author, educator, survivorship advocate, inspiring presenter, and woman of faith, Ruth contributes her time, her resources and her talents, bringing a timeless message to diverse audiences, about the one constant in life — change.

A graduate of the University of Minnesota, Ruth has served as a kindergarten teacher, children’s choir director, aerobics instructor, international travel guide and volunteer coordinator. Her 25+ years of public speaking experience includes work with the Guthrie Theater in Minneapolis. After stepping boldly into life as an amputee, Ruth is a role model for navigating change whole-heartedly with resilience, courage, and grace.

A certified convener in The Art of Convening, Ruth brings meaningful connection, inspiration, and commitment to action to her presentations. She serves as Chair of the Community Advisory Board of the Masonic Cancer Center, University of Minnesota; and serves on the University of Minnesota Foundation Board of Trustees, the Fairview Southdale Hospital Board of Trustees and the Minnesota Cancer Alliance Steering Committee. Ruth is a speaking ambassador for Community Health Charities Minnesota and a spokesperson for the Rein in Sarcoma Red Flags of Sarcoma Campaign. In her role as a survivor advocate, Ruth attended the 7th Biennial Cancer Survivorship Research Conference in Atlanta, GA in 2014. And, finally, she participated in a remarkable trip to Nepal where she climbed 2 2/3 mountains with Above and Beyond Cancer – the only 64 year old in the group to make it to 19,200 feet!

Out of a deep sense of gratitude, Ruth donates all speaking fees and proceeds from the sale of her book and other Hourglass merchandise to support cancer research, awareness and advocacy. Please click here to learn more.