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Dr. Lisa Boesky
General
Adult Audiences
www.DrLisaB.com
"Too
many 'sick' kids in need of treatment are being viewed
as 'bad' kids in need of punishment."
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Lisa M. Boesky
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Lisa M. Boesky, Ph.D.
is a Child/Adolescent Psychologist who has trained
and entertained thousands of parents and educational, medical,
substance abuse, foster care, mental health, juvenile justice,
and child welfare professionals on a national and international
basis. She provides Trainings/Keynotes/Conference workshops
on the identification and management of young people with
Mental Health disorders (e.g., ADHD, Depression, Dysthymia,
Bipolar Disorder, Mental Retardation, Learning Disorders,
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, Psychosis,
etc.). She also specializes in youth who are suicidal and/or
who self-injure (e.g, cut, carve, or burn themselves). Dr.
Boesky has a way of providing clinical information in a
practical and "user-friendly" manner so that individuals
at all levels can understand the material. In addition to
her dynamic and high-energy presentation style, she uses
videotapes, real-life case examples, small group interaction,
and audience participation. Participants consistently report
they learn critical information and gain important new skills--while
having fun along the way. Dr. Boesky is the author of the
best-selling book "Juvenile Offenders With Mental Health
Disorders: Who Are They and What Do We Do With Them?,"
as well as a numerous book chapters, videotapes, and articles
related to mentally ill youth.
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Sam Glenn
General
Student & Faculty Audiences
www.SamGlenn.com
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Sam Glenn is
a nationally recognized speaker whose message has reached
over 2 million people from all walks of life. He is the
author of several dynamic books and has spoken to crowds
as large as 75,000. Sam had the honor of being the closing
presenter for the 2002 National Speakers Association Conference
and has worked hundreds of other groups across the country.
What makes Sam's presentation
so different is the added element of the chalk art performance.
Sam visually reinforces his message. The chalk art performance
is captivating and extremely memorable. As a bonus, you
get to keep the picture!
Sam has an infectious sense of humor, and partnered with
his amazing ability to reach an audience, you get a guaranteed
formula for an effective and memorable program! Our clients
are AMAZED by the impact Sam brings to their events! Look
through our site to see a list of some of our clients
and their responses to his program, as well as more details
about what makes Sam's program so unique. Sam is a guaranteed
way to add success to your event!
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Scott Greenberg
General
Student & Faculty Audiences
www.ScottGreenberg.com
"Courage
doesn't mean you don't have fear. Courage means you DO
have fear but go for it anyway."
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Scott Greenberg
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Scott Greenberg has
been inspiring audiences for over 10 years with his unique
leadership programs and real life messages of hope and resilience.
By drawing on his own experiences - including his personal
battle with cancer at the age of 22, he reaches audiences
and shares their struggles. His style of speaking is relatable
and engaging and his outlook on life infectious.
Through his programs, he teaches students that they have
the power inside them to face their own challenges with
courage, confidence and humor. He believes you can find
humor in all situations, a lesson learned from his grandmother,
a holocaust survivor on Schindler's List. Scott's words
of hope and possibility will resonate with students long
after his presentation.
Students and educators alike will benefit from Scott's authentic
approach to personal growth and leadership training. Find
out why audiences of all ages are standing up and cheering
for Scott Greenberg.
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Patty Hendrickson
General
Student & Faculty Audiences
www.PattyHendrickson.com
"My
philosophy is that not only are you responsible for your
life, but doing the best at this moment puts you in the
best place for the next moment."
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Oprah Winfrey
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Patty Hendrickson
(La Crosse, WI) has been sharing her enthusiastic message
with young people since 1987. Her 30-minute to 3-full day
programs are high energy and very interactive. Patty is
the author of several leadership guides and the inspirational
book – Who I Am Depends on Me!; has a Masters of Business
Administration; and is Past President of the National Speakers
Association – Wisconsin Chapter.
Patty is also a Certified
Speaking Professional, the highest earned designation
of the National Speakers Association. Less than 500 speakers
in the world have this designation. With presentations
in nearly every American state, Canada and Central America,
Patty is most proud of her speaking business which continues
to grow with over 90% repeat and referral clients.
Patty specializes in conference
keynotes and leadership development issues with both identified
and emerging leaders. Her most popular topics include
leadership, team building, self-esteem, and motivation.
Patty's energy inspires, so her message sticks!
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Norm Hull
General
Student & Faculty Audiences
www.TheLeadersForum.com
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Norm Hull is
an internationally recognized presenter. Each year he inspires
over 100,000 young people with his school assemblies, keynote
speeches at leadership conferences and specialized workshops.
Norm is recognized as a leader in the training and development
of young people. He heads “The Learning Spectrum,” a company
created to provide leadership resources to schools. Norm
has been an outspoken advocate for students. He has lead
numerous conferences on subjects ranging from the environment
to diversity. His workbooks on leader-ship skills/ personal
motivation/ fund raising and time management are used as
classroom guides.
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Andrew McCrea
General
Student & Adult Audiences
www.AndrewMcCrea.com
www.AmericanCountryside.com
“Let
him who would move the world, first move himself.”
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Socrates
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Andrew McCrea is
a nationally syndicated radio broadcaster, a cattle rancher
and a nationally recognized leadership speaker. Each year
he travels coast to coast speaking to groups as large as
10,000 people. His messages challenge audience members to
take the lead, take on a challenge and make a positive difference
in their life and the lives of those in their schools and
communities.
McCrea's daily radio feature, "American Countryside"
is heard on stations nationally. He has interviewed a wide
variety of guests, from well known television stars and
all-star athletes, to lesser known but equally entertaining
guests such as Iditarod sled dog mushers and the National
Hollerin' Contest Champion. He's been body slammed by professional
wrestlers, raced stock cars, and traveled to the launch
pads at Cape Canaveral, all to track down stories for this
award-winning program.
Not only does he bring audiences insights from the thousands
of people he has interviewed, but he knows the value of
working the land and feeding the nation, as the owner and
operator of a 3500 acre cattle ranch and corn and soybean
farm in Missouri. He also volunteers in his local community,
including leading the local Fellowship of Christian Athletes
chapter.
He's also the author of the book, "American Countryside:
Where Does Lost Luggage Go…and other inspiring stories"
a collection of insights on living life to its fullest.
Whether he's buying a load of cattle for his ranch or appearing
on a national TV or radio show, Andrew McCrea brings a wealth
of experience to each presentation, truly inspiring each
person to be their best.
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Rick Minniefield
General
Student & Faculty Audiences
www.RickMinniefield.com
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Rick Minniefield is
a big man with a big message! Expect results because Rick
is going to fire up your audience in a BIG way. Rick helps
people realize they can achieve their goals and aspirations
by learning some basic principles that build self-esteem
and personal motivation. His presentations encourage, inspire
and challenge people of all ages to take control of their
lives and deal with difficult situations.
Rick speaks from experience.
Raised in a busy family of 11 children, he found valuable
support and guidance through athletic and leadership programs.
He learned to make positive choices and exercise options.
In the process, he became determined to lead a meaningful
life. Rick currently works as a health Educational Specialist
and is active with Friday Night Live. He presents programs
for at-risk youth and juvenile hall students and is active
with the Neighborhood Watch programs.
Rick knows it's not easy
being a teenager. He is aware of the challenges that surround
alcohol, tobacco and drug use. As a prevention specialist
with Friday Night Live for 7 years, Rick has arranged
prevention programs. His expertise also covers violence
prevention and leadership training. He is widely known
for his experiential leadership training and has been
affiliated with Norm Hull's CORE Camps for several years.
With his million dollar smile
and unique personality, Rick Minniefield will motivate
your audiences to get the best out of life. Consider Rick
for keynotes, assemblies, leadership conferences, retreats,
prevention programs, violence prevention and baccalaureates.
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Heather Schultz
General
Student & Faculty Audiences
www.HeatherSchultz.net
"Live
with no regrets. "
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Author unknown
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Heather Schultz's
presentations have been described as a wild and wonderful
roller coaster ride of humor, emotion and inspiration! Heather
motivates her audience through messages of: achieving your
potential and personal best, positive choices, anti-bullying,
leadership, building resiliency, creating a safe school
environment, character and self-esteem. She believes young
people are a solution not a problem in our world. It is
that kind of belief that makes her a highly requested national
motivational youth speaker. Heather has spoken in 48 states
and 7 other countries, worked with HBO, appeared in People
Magazine, numerous radio and television specials and is
a contributing author to several inspirational teen books.
She attended Central Michigan University and has a degree
in the field of nursing.
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Mike Smith
General
Student & Faculty Audiences
www.DifferenceMakers.com
"It's
not what you get in life, it's what you do with it!"
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Mike Smith
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The "Original"
Mike Smith is a high-energy speaker who lives in
Tustin, California. For the past 13 years, Mike has taken
his fast-paced, involving presentations to over a million
business leaders, parents, administrators, teachers and
students in the United States and Canada.
Today, Mike is the president
of DifferenceMakers, Ltd. - his speaking, seminar and
product marketing company. He has earned the reputation
of being able to pack a great deal of "learning"
into a short amount of time. His honesty and humorous
delivery make The "Original" Mike Smith one
of the most sought-after youth speakers in North America.
He has recently completed
two video programs for student leaders: a three-part series
called "Defining American," and a six-part series
called "Toolbox Workshops for Leaders."
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Susie Vanderlip
General
Student & Adult Audiences
www.LegacyOfHope.com
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Susie Vanderlip brings
"Broadway-class" acting, dance and mesmerizing
personal stories to engage and inspire teen and adult audiences
across the nation. Her original theatrical presentation,
LEGACY OF HOPE®, is a favorite for schools, conferences
and communities because it is extraordinarily unique and
captivating. How better to reach people deeply and produce
measurable change than through her eight characters depicting
youth and adults facing real-life challenging situations:
from alcohol and drug abuse to teen pregnancy, gangs, AIDS,
eating disorders, child of alcoholic issues, depression,
suicide, self-harm and violence. Audiences laugh, cry and
identify with the feelings and foibles Susie portrays. Greater
resiliency, character, parent-teen communication and increased
tools for higher achievement are results Susie offers in
an incomparable entertaining format.
Susie not only brings her powerful theatrical assembly to
schools, but also incorporates assessment tools, parent
education programs and Peak Performance workshops to adults
and teens (developed with husband Dr. Ken Vanderlip, clinical
psychologist). Susie has been a weekly newspaper columnist
with "It's Not Easy Being a Teen" and is a contributing
author in several of the Teen Power book series. She shares
with compassion and depth of understanding what she has
learned from thousands of teens opening up to her after
programs in her newest book TEENS FROM THE INSIDE OUT, Insights
to minimize the pain and strain of raising teens. She also
improves awareness and resiliency in homes and classrooms
through LEGACY OF HOPE® on video and CD, in both English
and Spanish.
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