ABOUT
Fearless Independence, LLC. is a closely-held company with subject matter expertise surrounding diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our team offers uniquely relevant experience, all while achieving success as inspired advocates and marketers. Fearless Independence aims to equip companies and organizations with the knowledge and confidence needed to fully capture the profitability of disability inclusion into their marketing and strategic plans. We welcome you to learn more about each member of our team below!

Delaina Parrish
Co-Founder: CEO
Diversity Influencer/Social Media/Branding
Ms. Parrish is a 2020 Marketing graduate from the University of Florida (Top 8 “publics” program, US News and World Report) with double minors in retail and entrepreneurship.
While at UF, she helped redefine the culture of inclusion through personal advocacy and leadership for thousands of students with unique abilities. For that role, she is a much sought-after spokesperson on campus and within Florida, utilizing high tech augmentation communication. Delaina’s voice engages audiences with topics ranging from transitioning to college, adaptive fashion, life inspiration, and disability inclusion.
Ms. Parrish has formed relationships with international brands such as Vera Bradley, Tommy Hilfiger and Zappos Adaptive, and is a brand ambassador for NuMotion Mobility, Tobii Dynavox, and Runway of Dreams, for whom she has modeled Tommy Hilfiger adaptive fashion on the runway of New York. Through these unique experiences and mentorships, Delaina has expanded “Fearless Independence, LLC” into a collaborative branding and entrepreneurial business.
Patricia Parrish (Tricia)
Co-founder: CMO
Marketing & Communications
Ms. Parrish holds a Bachelors of Science degree in Advertising from the University of Florida, with 30+ years of experience in the fields of corporate communications, public relations, special event planning, and advertising for numerous entities in the Southeastern United States. An entrepreneur and visionary, Ms. Parrish is also the founder of Eco-Trek, Inc., a non-profit environmental education organization, as well as eSpecially4You, which serves the disability community in Brevard County. She was honored for her life-long volunteerism as a Paul Harris Fellow from Rotary International, and by Brevard County Commissioners. Ms. Parrish speaks extensively on disability and family dynamics, as well as special needs parenting.
Ali Parrish, PT, DPT, ATP
Co-founder: Medical Consultant
As a Doctor of Physical Therapy, and a certified Assistive Technology Professional, Ms. Parrish performs extensive evaluations and treatment at a major Children’s Hospital in Orlando (outpatient), and has a broad range of neuro, cardio, orthopedic, trauma and NICU experience. She is uniquely qualified to serve as an Adaptive Innovator and Consultant for Fearless Independence with her extensive knowledge of the body — its limitations and achievements. In addition, Ali possesses expertise in various durable medical equipment. Parrish brings collaborations with other key disciplines, such as physicians, occupational and speech therapists, and adaptive practitioners. Ms. Parrish received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Florida as well as her Bachelors of Science in Applied Physiology and Kinesiology. She was named the 2018 “Outstanding Young Alumna” in Physical Therapy from UF for her ascending career in pediatric physical therapy.
Delaina Parrish
Co-Founder, CEO
Diversity Influencer/Social Media/Branding
Ms. Parrish is a 2020 Marketing graduate from the University of Florida (Top 8 “publics” program, US News and World Report) with double minors in retail and entrepreneurship.
While at UF, she helped redefine the culture of inclusion through personal advocacy and leadership for thousands of students with unique abilities. For that role, she is a much sought-after spokesperson on campus and within Florida, utilizing high tech augmentation communication. Delaina’s voice engages audiences with topics ranging from transitioning to college, adaptive fashion, life inspiration, and disability inclusion.
Ms. Parrish has formed relationships with international brands such as Vera Bradley, Tommy Hilfiger and Zappos Adaptive, and is a brand ambassador for NuMotion Mobility, Tobii Dynavox, and Runway of Dreams, for whom she has modeled Tommy Hilfiger adaptive fashion on the runway of New York. Through these unique experiences and mentorships, Delaina has expanded “Fearless Independence, LLC” into a collaborative branding and entrepreneurial business.
Patricia Parrish (Tricia)
Co-founder: Marketing & Communications
Ms. Parrish holds a Bachelors of Science degree in Advertising from the University of Florida, with 30+ years of experience in the fields of corporate communications, public relations, special event planning, and advertising for numerous entities in the Southeastern United States. An entrepreneur and visionary, Ms. Parrish is also the founder of Eco-Trek, Inc., a non-profit environmental education organization, as well as eSpecially4You, which serves the disability community in Brevard County. She was honored for her life-long volunteerism as a Paul Harris Fellow from Rotary International, and by Brevard County Commissioners. Ms. Parrish speaks extensively on disability and family dynamics, as well as special needs parenting.
Ali Parrish, PT, DPT, ATP
Co-founder: Medical Consultant
As a Doctor of Physical Therapy, and a certified Assistive Technology Professional, Ms. Parrish performs extensive evaluations and treatment at a major Children’s Hospital in Orlando (outpatient), and has a broad range of neuro, cardio, orthopedic, trauma and NICU experience. She is uniquely qualified to serve as an Adaptive Innovator and Consultant for Fearless Independence with her extensive knowledge of the body — its limitations and achievements. In addition, Ali possesses expertise in various durable medical equipment. Parrish brings collaborations with other key disciplines, such as physicians, occupational and speech therapists, and adaptive practitioners. Ms. Parrish received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Florida as well as her Bachelors of Science in Applied Physiology and Kinesiology. She was named the 2018 “Outstanding Young Alumna” in Physical Therapy from UF for her ascending career in pediatric physical therapy.