If you’d like to see a story of Mutual of Omaha’s customer focus in action, consider watching “7 Yards”, available on Amazon Prime and Apple TV. This feature-length documentary explores the resilience and perspective of Chris Norton, a college athlete who sustained a debilitating spinal cord injury during a football game in October 2010 that left him with a 3% chance of regaining feeling below his neck.
Norton is a Mutual of Omaha policyholder through his affiliation with the NCAA. Although Chris’s special risk policy is not available to the general public, his story is a strong example of the company’s commitment to serving our customers. Mutual of Omaha is the title sponsor of the “7 Yards” film, which is a story of hope in the face of adversity, featuring powerful interviews, emotional re-enactments and documentation of his journey.
In 2015, Norton’s story went viral when he successfully walked across the graduation stage to receive his college diploma with the help of his fiancée, Emily, with more than 300 million views. The story grew when Chris walked down the aisle with his bride in April 2018. The wedding was featured in People magazine and was the most-viewed feature of all time.
How to Watch the Film
The film is available to download on Amazon Prime for $19.99 or on Apple TV for $12.99. You can also purchase a DVD copy for $13.29.
For a preview, check out the trailer.
About the Film and Mutual of Omaha’s Involvement
The “7 Yards” documentary tracks Norton’s journey from the day of the injury to walking seven yards down the aisle with Emily at his wedding.
The film premiered on Monday, Feb. 22, with a virtual red-carpet event. Mutual of Omaha is proud to support such an inspirational story of perseverance and courage in the face of tragedy.
“We are honored to have played a part in Chris’ recovery, and in bringing his inspiring story to the public through our sponsorship of the ‘7 Yards’ film,” said Brian Kalasek, VP Special Risk. “Chris is a positive role model for patients suffering from spinal cord injuries. And he and Emily are true examples of grace, dignity and the power of the human spirit. We feel fortunate to have them affiliated with our company as we demonstrate our commitment to serving our customers.”
Mutual of Omaha has served the participant accident medical insurance market for more than 50 years, providing coverage for intercollegiate sports, as well as many other organizations such as youth sports leagues, state high school associations, camps, schools and childcare centers.
“Because of the support from Mutual of Omaha, I was able to train countless hours for my graduation and wedding walks, my family was able to take an extended leave from work to be by my side in the hospital, we were in a position to foster and adopt, I was able to get a vehicle to drive, start a foundation and am able to travel for my speaking engagements,” said Norton. “It’s scary to think what my life would be life without them.”
Please consider downloading the documentary and watching “7 Yards”.
Mutual of Omaha To Sponsor “7 Yards” Documentary
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