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Seven Remarkable Guests to Be Honored for Stories of Strength and Perseverance<\/em><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Former winners of Inspire Awards at Clearwater Marine Aquarium<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Clearwater, Florida. (September 23, 2025)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2014 Winter the Dolphin inspired millions around the world with her courage and resilience. Though she passed on November 11, 2021, her spirit lives on in those who face adversity with hope and determination.<\/p>\n

That spirit will be powerfully present on Saturday, Sept. 27, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., as Clearwater Marine Aquarium hosts the Third Annual Inspire Awards \u2013 a heartfelt celebration honoring seven extraordinary young individuals who have triumphed over personal challenges and now inspire others through their journeys.<\/p>\n

Presented by CMA\u2019s Board of Directors, the Inspire Awards recognize the unique guests of CMA\u2019s Inspire Program, which celebrates diversity, inclusivity and the indomitable human spirit.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Inspire Awards celebrate the incredible individuals who remind us what it truly means to persevere,\u201d said Joe Handy, CEO of Clearwater Marine Aquarium. \u201cThese young people have overcome tremendous obstacles with unwavering strength and optimism. Their connection to our animals and to our mission is deeply moving, and their stories continue to uplift and inspire us all.\u201d<\/p>\n

This year\u2019s event will open with an inspirational welcome by Tom Orr, CMA Board Member, Winter Rescue Team member, and Chairman of the Inspire Committee. Orr was part of the team that helped rehabilitate Winter and Hope, the two dolphins who captured hearts around the globe.<\/p>\n

The keynote address will be delivered by Shay Eskew<\/a>,<\/strong> a nationally recognized motivational speaker, burn survivor, bestselling author and elite triathlete. Shay has overcome unimaginable obstacles, surviving burns over 65 percent of his body after saving a friend\u2019s life at age 8. Now, 40 surgeries and dozens of IRONMAN competitions later, he travels the country inspiring others to defy the odds and pursue their purpose. Read Shay\u2019s full story here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The 2025 Inspire Award Winners include:<\/strong><\/p>\n