Brian Meersma of Princeton Junction struggled through school, unable to learn to read because of dyslexia. He ultimately found success using text-to-speech technologies. Now in college, Brian wanted to make sure other young people do not struggle needlessly. He created a blog that has become a go-to resource to assist with reading difficulties. Leading organizations, including the Yale Center for Dyslexia, refer to his work. Brian’s blog has more than one million page views and nearly 1,000 followers. He has led interactive workshops in schools and libraries and developed a summer reading program for struggling readers. He meets weekly with a group of students to teach them how to use various technological tools to help them turn reading into a pleasurable experience. He is a sought after presenter and consultant. Brian has become a role model, acknowledging his own difficulties, showing students that they are neither dumb nor alone. He has taken his own difference and made a difference.