Hello, my name is Lacey Todd.
I’m 28 years old and was born with Larsen Syndrome. When I was a baby, doctors said I wouldn’t live past the age of eight—but guess what? I’m still here, thriving and proving them wrong every single day.
As a baby, I was so determined that I would scoot around to get where I needed to go. That determination has followed me throughout my life.
I started playing wheelchair sports in the second grade. When I first began, I watched how fast and skilled everyone else was, and I made up my mind that I was going to be just as fast and just as good. I was the smallest on the court, but that never stopped me—I was a beast out there. Wheelchair sports didn’t just make me stronger physically; they made me stronger mentally. They taught me to never give up, no matter how tough the obstacle. I had incredible coaches who became like second parents to me. Alongside them, my bus drivers and my amazing family helped shape me into the strong, determined woman I am today.
I hold an Associate’s Degree in Science (Criminal Justice), a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology, and I’m currently working toward my Master’s in Public Administration with a focus in Criminology. I also just moved into my very first house!
My entrepreneurial journey began in the 11th grade when I started making bows. Today, I run a small business where I sell skincare products and customize just about anything.
My advice to the youth:
Never give up. Don’t worry about what other people think. Be the best version of yourself—and keep pushing forward, no matter what