Max Gerall's journey from aspiring basketball player to founder of Reach is a testament to resilience and empathy. Struck by Guillain-Barré syndrome and forever changed by the support of Miss Melissa Martinez, Max focused on empowering service workers. A transformative encounter ignited his mission to bridge communities and improve lives.

Key Questions Answered

1. How did Max Gerall's experience with Guillain-Barré syndrome influence his life and career path?

2. What is the mission of Max’s nonprofit, Reach, and how does it impact the community?

3. What significant issue was discovered during the health fair organized by Max?

4. How did Max Gerall collaborate with academic institutions to address healthcare issues?

5. What was the impact of Tanja Mooring’s death on Max's work and the Reach program?

Timestamped Overview

00:00 Overcoming anxiety through kind connection with others.

04:03 Empowering students to serve and build bridges.

08:30 Partnered to offer diabetes care via interdisciplinary teams.

10:23 Clinic referral led to friendship and health advocacy.

15:23 Bridging infrastructure gaps: healthcare, education, business, homeownership.

17:00 Excited about new university hubs in South Texas

21:20 Highlighting custodians' unnoticed yet crucial roles.

23:21 Building trust and respect through student engagement.

26:25 Affordable housing near work with supportive resources.

29:38 Mission to find health referrals at campus.

32:35 Thankful for support and life-changing lessons.

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