Natalie Bleifuss is a Listen and Talk board of trustees member. Natalie is an entrepreneur, proud mother of two deaf children, and an inspiring advocate in the deaf community. Natalie’s son, Daxx, was one of the first children in the United States to have an off label cochlear implant surgery more than 13 years ago. Daxx paved the way for many kids. Natalie’s daughter, Hadlie, also received a cochlear implant over 10 years ago. Both children are well known and have provided encouragement for the many other children who have since received cochlear implants in order to change their lives forever.

Natalie has been an integral part of Listen and Talk for more than 14 years, providing inspiration and leadership. In addition to taking care of her two amazing children, Natalie is the sole owner of Pie Bar, a conglomerate of brick-and-mortar bars and food trucks which serve delicious pies and craft cocktails. Natalie is in the process of building on her great success by franchising her business nationally. Natalie is passionate about helping others and making the world a better place. 

In 2024 Natalie Bleifuss contributed to a room naming at Listen and Talk. A classroom in the Kirkland location is named in honor of her children who attended Listen and Talk. A room naming ceremony took place at the Kirkland campus where Natalie and her children were in attendance. This is just one of the ways that Natalie has contributed to the Listen and Talk community. Her Pie Bar truck can often be seen at Listen and Talk events.