Testimonials “Behind the scenes at the White House, she saw firsthand that we can best “achieve ourselves” by helping others, but that doing so requires us to go beyond our good intentions with a determination not to be distracted and a commitment to building partnerships with those who share our goals. This book shows she learned the lesson well.” -- President Bill Clinton“You were amazing to work with, which is definitely not the case with many EMCEEs! Your message was so compelling and you had the audience eating out of your hand. I’m definitely recommending you to any and all clients who need a fabulous keynote. I would love to work with you again!” -- Martha Lawrence, Hewlett Packard“Your presence helped vitalize the whole presentation, and thanks to your contribution, we saw great media coverage outcome from the opening international event at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas!” -- Hyundai Motor Group“Thank you! We’re delighted you joined us as the emcee and a keynote! By sharing your own professional experiences on stage, you demonstrated how transformation is being powered across today’s business landscape. This resonated with our teams and helped put us on the right path for the conference itself and year ahead in AT&T Business.” -- CEO ATT Global Business “Thank you again for sharing your insight and for joining our lineup of business leaders. You left us all inspired.” -- Alex Dufek, Director of Communications Executive Team ATT“Always engaging, always inspiring, and as she does with every one of her keynotes that I have had the pleasure of experiencing, delivered a powerful message...!” -- Michael Woody, VP Community Relations and Development at Visit San Antonio“Thank you for such a great part of the event. From beginning of the process months ago, through to the final show day, you were a pleasure to work with!” -- CEO of New World Productions“Our team was truly energized after hearing your insights, guidance and perspective on how to capitalize on making relationships count. Your talk was inspiring and memorable, and now I will think twice before I go home to the remote control vs. spending 20 minutes at that cocktail party!” -- Robin Reibel, Senior Vice President, Macy’s “Your presentation was wonderful, as always, and our team was fully engaged. We received much positive feedback about you as a speaker and the absolute relevance of the subject for our team. As always, you were a big hit!” -- Loretta Abrams, Senior Vice President HSBC“We loved your energy and enthusiasm - you were exactly what we needed! Always a real bonus in any event!” -- Eric Odone, Vice President, Sales & Marketing, Americas, Cathay Pacific Airways Limited“My team had nothing but praise for your work and all that you did to make their job easier. Personally, they spoke so highly of your professionalism, communication skills, high energy and very powerful presentation skills. They said you were one of the best we have ever worked with...and since we have about 120 programs each year, that says a lot to me! You are clearly a unique, one-of-a-kind communicator!” -- John Samford, President Media West Events “She is an outstanding communicator as I know from her sparkling appearances on Frost Over The World. I'm sure that her book will be an equal success. As she says 'Your career isn't 9-5, it's 24-7' and she's living proof of just how well that works.” -- Sir David Frost "You are a pro that can step into any situation and that is greatly appreciated! We can’t wait to recommend you for our next job! Thanks again for a fantastic evening!” -- Jeffrey Foster, Director of Sales, Event Creative“You were a pleasure to work with, and a great addition to our general session! Thank you so much for your contribution to our largest attended Summit yet!” -- Sherry Mountford, CMP Sr Director, Tradeshow Events“Her talent and command of the audience, as well as a well-presented keynote address made the show for all in attendance! I would highly recommend her as a keynote and emcee. I am proud to have worked with her and will leverage the fact that I know her in every circle I can!” -- Kevin Johnston, Director of Events, Collinson Media and Events and Producer, Connect Marketplace“I’ve never seen a gala crowd so enthusiastic and ready to give! Thank you for combining our mission with purpose and connecting it to every attendee in that room and beyond!” -- Holly Messick Vice President, Corporate Relations American“I still hear everyday how good our presentation was with you having fun with ‘the technical guy’. The attendees also clearly got the product message!“ -- Bill Markham, AR Marketing, AR Technical Manager, Essilor of America, Inc“Thank you for your message! It was an absolute pleasure to connect with you on so many levels! You carry a tremendous energy and I guarantee I am not alone in saying you were a tremendous asset to the entire conference!” -- Vic Simianu, MBA, Sphinx Strategies, LLC“The evaluations are in and you were outstanding! People came just to hear you speak and be involved! You kept the day on track, on time and fun! The cocktail bar “Happy Hour” on the stage would not have worked with anyone else — you are so poised, funny, and weaving our message through the entire day — we are all extremely impressed and thankful. And from feedback, the audience overwhelmingly agreed!” -- Heli Koivuniemi, Editor–In-Chief, Evento“You have to talk to our daughters, you know more about us than they do! Thank you. You did an incredible job.” -- James Carville and Mary Matalin“Loved your energy and polish. But what I really liked was how you focused on the winner when they were speaking. You weren't surveying the room, you were eye-locked on the winner. Class act.” -- Richard Harper, Executive Vice President, Helmsbriscoe“The advice you are giving is absolutely priceless, thank you for the wisdom and the ”secrets” you are sharing with the audience.” -- Sara Fodor, UNICEO“Your positive energy, humor and entertaining personality were the hit of the conference and very contagious! I truly enjoyed watching you on stage daily! You made the entire FICP Conference incredible!” -- Phil Caparell, Member of the Board and Senior Account Executive Marriott Boston Copley Place“I just wanted to say what a pleasure it was to work with you in Philly. The Copper Skillet competition has never gone as smoothly and professionally!” -- Ron Stoddard, Chef, Summit Chicago and Chair of the Copper Skillet Championship“When Elder King asked for somebody who could bridge the gap for the young people to the history of the movement and make it relevant, having worked with you before, I suggested you for the panel and I was right!” -- Djuan Coleon, Director of Marketing and Digital Strategy, The King Center“You made the difference between people checking their watch halfway through wondering how much longer, versus people expressing amazement that the program was concluding. They enjoyed you, how you managed the flow, and your interaction with everyone. You made nervous caregivers feel comfortable and so glad they came. We have set another new record.” -- Chip Meyers, Vice President UPS Corporate Public Affairs“Her enthusiasm as she presented each and every award kept the audience on their toes. What could have been a lengthy, uneventful program became a true celebration of everyone’s work to bring United Way’s mission to life. She was flawless! Attendees raved that this year’s program was by far their favorite due in large part to Laura’s energy.” -- Sarah Frick, Communications Director, United Way“She does an incredible job each year engaging our attendees at the Chicago Heart Walks. She has a unique talent of motivating a large group as well as personally connecting one-on-one with our survivors and supporters. Laura’s energy, enthusiasm and passion inspires our 20,000 walkers to keep walking and raising critical funds for the American Heart Association.” -- Holly Messick Vice President, Corporate Relations American Heart Association, Midwest Affiliate“She brought an unrivaled level of enthusiasm, energy and expertise to the role of emcee.” -- Spice News Australia “You are delightful. Thank you for engaging our member audience in such an energetic way. You really lifted the program!” -- John Curran, VP Marketing & Strategic Partnerships, The Magnificent Mile® Association“Your presentation received RAVE reviews - ratings and comments were off the charts! It earned wonderful comments – not only for the content, but also for your energy and enthusiasm. It was the perfect way to start the day! I also want to thank you for virtually attending the entire Symposium and making yourself available to chat with the participants – they so appreciate it when speakers are as open, down–to–earth and willing to speak to them as you were.” -- Anne M. Hanyak, President/CEO, Arizona Women’s Leadership Forum “Your positive energy, humor and entertaining personality were the hit of the conference and very contagious! I truly enjoyed watching you on stage daily. You made the entire FICP Conference very enjoyable!” -- Phil Caparell, Member of the Board FICP, Senior Account Executive Marriott Boston Copley Place “You are a pro that can step into any situation and that is greatly appreciated! We can’t wait to recommend you for our next job. Thanks again for a fantastic evening!” -- Jeffrey Foster, Director of Sales, EVENTCREATIVE “Thank you so much for honoring us last week. It was the best gala ever, and a HUGE portion is attributed to you. You’re an amazing woman and I am proud to know you.” -- Kris Marinelli, Director of Global Sales, MGM Resorts International “Boy, did you WOW our group! Your positive nature and enthusiasm is so energizing. And the way that you tied in your session into our profession and attendee demographic was really appreciated. People were talking about it throughout the event. Also, thank you for being so gracious with the audiovisual challenges we had. You handled them as professionally as any meeting planner could hope for!” -- Lynn McCullough, Executive Director, Event Service Professionals Association “Her talent and command of the audience, as well as a well-presented keynote address made the show for all in attendance. I would highly recommend her as a keynote and emcee. I am proud to have worked with her and will leverage the fact that I know her in every circle I can!” -- Kevin Johnston, Director of Events, Collinson Media and Events “I came away from your presentation inspired to network in new ways that I am putting to work for me immediately! Thanks for being a wonderful role model for the modern working woman!” -- Lana Lewandowski, Northern Trust, Northern Trust Women’s Leadership Council “She is organized and she delivers – our members loved her. She worked in association information and SWS details throughout her presentation. She had studied us and knew what we were all about. And we are a tough group – as people who hire and hear speakers all the time, we are hard to impress. But Laura brought out the best in everyone and she got outstanding reviews.” -- Beth Brooks, President & CEO TX Society of Association Executives “Her enthusiasm as she presented each and every award kept the audience on their toes. What could have been a lengthy, uneventful program became a true celebration of everyone’s work to bring United Way’s mission to life. She was awless! Attendees raved that this year’s program was by far their favorite due in large part to Laura’s energy.” -- Sarah Frick, Communications Director, United Way “Your presentation at the ACCE (Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives) Conference was the very best of a fabulous week!” -- Missy Malechek, Association Manager, Texas “Her enthusiasm as she presented each and every award kept the audience on their toes. What could have been a lengthy, uneventful program became a true celebration of everyone’s work to bring United Way’s mission to life. She was flawless! Attendees raved that this year’s program was by far their favorite due in large part to Laura’s energy.” -- Sarah Frick, Communications Director, United Way“You were just terrific at our meeting and we received nothing but rave reviews back from our attending members! I can’t remember a time when one of our speakers received such all– around praise from this many attendees. Great job and thank you for making us look so smart by booking you for the event!” -- Jason Carroll, Director of Events The Florida Aquarium, President Tampa Bay Meeting Professionals International “Our members cannot stop talking and raving about you! Your professionalism, personality and passion for leadership and business is inspiring. It was not only your message and how you connected directly with our members and our mission but your delivery was engaging and mesmerizing! You made everyone feel connected and your visuals were outstanding. A standing ovation was so well deserved! You are such a natural to speak to leadership positions and the business world as you have paved the way as someone who has developed her own brand!” – Beth Kost, Past President, Junior League“I just finished your book and found it very inspiring. I also found confidence going forward on how to best prepare for different events - also the ones I would not have seen as best for networking!” -- Emmi Kyykkä, Head of Group Communications and Investor Relations at Ferratum Group, Zug, Switzerland“During your program it was as if you were ONLY speaking to me. You were a true inspiration and really recharged my drive to live events! So simple yet SO important. So just a little thank you for always being top of mind and helping me to ask for more help (1 event planner for 33K team members!!) and to really stay strong and trust my gut always” -- Heidi La Stella Director, Special Events and Projects Kackensack Meridian Health“Hands down, one of the best conferences I’ve attended in a while! I’d definitely recommend all those working in events to attend next year’s conference! My number one highlight, was meeting former White House Director of Events – such an inspiration!” -- Meagan Ketkas Partnership Marketing Consultant at Cbus Super Fund“Thanks to the team for putting on The Business of Events! I had an inspiring Friday afternoon attending the Keynote session with her learning about the 5 pillars of engagement, coming away with invaluable lessons that will help not just in understanding the events industry but in all areas of my professional life.” -- Angie Cave Sales & Marketing; Events Specialist, Sirius Events“She was the perfect MC and her energy was infectious – can’t wait for TBOE 2020!” Steve Coombes” -- Managing Director, EventConnect.com“Yesterday was the first time I’ve heard you speak and I was totally blown away. I am sure you know this but in case you don’t, please know how beyond touched, impressed and impacted everyone in the audience was. I sat next to a woman I had not met previously who was dabbing her eyes throughout, and I witnessed several more nodding their heads, making notes of what you said, and sharing key take aways with friends.” -- Lindsey Kaskowitz, CMP Director of Sales and Events Hyatt Corporation“Such an honour to meet you. I can only dream of the heights you have achieved. Instinct and guile are not to be sniffed at. We women do it so well. Your story is beautiful, insightful and quite frankly amazing. It resonates because I worked in fashion for 20 years before I came to the events world. Thank you for validating my experience.” -- Marcia Griffiths Columbia Threadneedle Investments.“Your appearance was a perfect energy and content for our internal meeting & events team!” -- Cheryl Preston, CGMP Raytheon Company“My goodness, I have been talking about your presentation just about every day since we met on April 12th. You are enthusiasm is contagious and I caught it!” -- Sherry Wolff Sr. Sales Executive the Kohler Company“Thank you for sharing your experiences and ideas with our Pabst group last week in Sarasota. Your energy and enthusiasm is contagious…..I loved it!” - Mike the Director of Category Development at the Pabst Brewing Company“We met at the Office* show in London Olympia. I wanted to let you know that I am unable to put your book down ever since I picked it up! I thought you were the most charismatic person I have come across in a long while, and I do work with some outstanding leaders. I cannot wait to implement some of your teachings into my every day working life!” -- Denisa Szemanova, London
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