What’s Beyond Competition? | Adam Shroyer | TEDxYouth@Glendale

As Cactus High’s, F.I.R.S.T West Valley Robotics Team Mentor, Mr. Shroyer has helped his team hand the win over to the opposing team, only because they chose to. What could such a brave decision bring a team of hopeful high school students more than a sure loss? The simple answer is nothing that a mere competition can deliver. But let Adam fill you in on what it is and can be for any of you ready to help the other guy win.

Adam Shroyer is the founder and lead mentor for the “FIRST Robotics Team, The Cobra Commanders” from Glendale, Arizona. Adam’s passion for mentoring and robotics has earned him a Woodie Flowers (inspiring mentor) nomination from his team in 2014 and 2015. Adam has put in over 2000 hours mentoring and volunteering with “FIRST” and his team. Upon graduation from high school Adam went off to Arizona Culinary Institute to peruse his other passion, cooking, and has been dubbed a Culinary Engineer from his students combining both passions. Adam works as the Executive Chef of an upscale treatment facility in Scottsdale, Arizona. Outside of work and mentoring, Adam spends time with his Fiancé, Sarah, or can be found playing ice hockey. Adam’s goals are to help the team start 15 new “FIRST” teams in the Northwest Valley within 5 years.

This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at http://ted.com/tedx

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