Gratitude Gala 2024 Fireside Chat — The Family Institute at Northwestern University

Written By Daniel Wilsea

At The Family Institute at Northwestern University's second annual Gratitude Gala, moderator Daniel Wilsea sat down for a fireside chat with former Cub and 2016 World Series MVP Ben Zobrist. During the conversation, Ben spoke about his experience with mental health as a pro-athlete, how he managed the pressures of game days, and how both parents and coaches can best support the next generation of athletes. He also shared his advocacy work surrounding mental health through his non-profit, Champion Forward.

Daniel Wilsea

Through an integrated approach, Mr. Wilsea is a human performance professional at the intersection of exercise science, mental health, and cognitive performance. Daniel provides mental health, mental performance, strength, and conditioning services for various populations, including individuals, coaches, and teams.

As a Certified Personal Trainer, Inclusive Fitness Specialist, Youth Sports and Fitness Specialist, and Physical Activity and Public Health Specialist endorsed by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), Daniel is an industry expert. He holds the Exercise is Medicine credential from ACSM, an endorsement identifying him as a physician's selected provider. Mr. Wilsea is also an Exos Certified Fitness Specialist.

As a Licensed Mental Health Provider and a Certified Mental Performance Consultant, Daniel provides clinical and performance psychology services to athletes and performers at various functioning levels and performance impairments.

Daniel is also listed on the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC) Mental Health and Mental Performance Directories.

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