90 Seconds
One Moment Of Fatigue A Lifetime Of Consequences.
Russ Burris fell asleep at the wheel approximately
90 seconds from home. Today, he uses his story
to help others recognize exhaustion, react
immediately, and arrive safely.
THE LAST PHOTO OF RUSS BEFORE HIS CRASH
Taken less than 12 hours before he fell asleep at the wheel.
More Than Statistics
Drowsy-driving statistics reveal the size of the problem, but they cannot show what happens after the crash. 90 Seconds combines essential information about fatigue and driving with Russ’s personal story, giving those statistics a face, a name, and a life.
Understand
The Risk
Experience
The Story
Make The
safe Choice
FACTS INFORM. A REAL STORY MAKES THEM IMPOSSIBLE TO IGNORE.
Russ is not presenting someone else’s case study. Audiences meet the person who lives with the consequences of drowsy driving — and hear directly how one moment of fatigue changed everything.
A MOMENT CAN CHANGE
EVERYTHING
FACTS & RISK
The real impact of drowsy driving and why it matters.
REAL STORY
Hear Russ's personal story and its lasting impact.
WARNING SIGNS
Learn to recognize the signs of fatigue in yourself and others.
BETTER CHOICES
Practical strategies to stay alert and make safer decisions.
LASTING IMPACT
Understand how one moment can change a life — and how to prevent it.
SHARE THE MESSAGE
Be inspired to make a difference in your home, workplace, and community.
TYPICAL LENGTH
45-60 MINUTES
ADAPTABLE
To Your Schedule
IN PERSON
Presentation
Q&A
Included
ANY GROUP SIZE
Classrooms To Large Events
AGES 15+
Recommended
MISSOURI SCHOOLS
Engaging, age-appropriate presentations for high school and middle school students. Help young drivers recognize fatigue, understand the risks, and make safer choices.
WORKPLACE SAFETY
Customized presentations for businesses and organizations. Relevant to commuting, shift work, long workdays, and employee safety and well-being.
“Russ has been an amazing partner for many years. His openness and ability to connect with people of all ages is truly a gift.”
— Jill Braselton
Executive Director, ThinkFirst National
“We have really enjoyed having Russ come to our driver education classes over the years! His story is very eye-opening for the students, and they really get a wake-up call about taking driving seriously.
— Nathan Redcay
Teacher, Jefferson City High School
