" . . . You honored the Knights of Columbus with a sparkling and lively talk . . . Your talk will remain with us for a long while."

Joseph P. Smyth, MD, Deputy Grand Knight, Annunciation Council

May 2008  ( his letter - PDF )

". . . How beautifully you share your struggles and triumphs in your talk and in your book, 'Money As Sacrament'. You exude a passion for life. We were honored to hear you speak."

William Long, Treasurer, University UU Society

February 2008  ( his letter - PDF )

". . . While presenting your thoughts regarding money, you gave an entirely new perspective towards (personal) finances, a way that lessens anxieties, builds confidences, and affirms the beauty of financial abundance. I received many favorable comments about your infectious personality and your ability to interject your personal stories, which enhanced the presentation immensely."

Erica Pulcini, Program Chair, Lake Nona Country Club

December 2007 ( her letter - PDF )

“You showered us with fresh ideas, funny stories, and spiritual perspective that were so original; you opened up new ways of thinking and feeling about money for those of us lucky enough to be there.”

Lynn Schiffhorst, Poet, Storyteller, SCBWI member

“We were honored to have you speak at our AAUW (American Association of University Women) meeting. Your lively personality made your presentation a pleasure, entertaining,, thought provoking and from your heart. We were all so touched by your message. You have helped us look at money differently.”

Jan Nichols, President, Nichols Hospitality Consulting, Inc.

“I was honored and inspired to hear you speak. It is obvious that you have a strong appeal to audiences large and small, and I would like to recommend you to others. Your message on money is unique and will give new insights to people from a broad range of financial and business institutions.”

Howard Axner, Axner Co., Inc. Axner Pottery Supply

“In addition to being very entertaining, you were able to respond immediately to a variety of questions with crisp and insightful answers. I liked the way you wove personal experience and the stories of others throughout your talk. Warm and inviting, seemed to make everyone comfortable. This is not easy to do, but it seemed very natural to you.”

Constance Gilder, SSJ, St. Luke Institute, Silver Spring Maryland.

“Your riveting speeches leave everyone in awe of your presentation skills, and those who have heard you, even for one-minute presentation, are overwhelmed. We’re very fortunate to have you as a member of our Chamber of Commerce and a presenter...”

Mary Hodge, Membership Director, Maitland area Chamber of Commerce

Letter of commendation from Rev. Steve Baumann, Assoc Pastor, Annunciation Parish,
Altamonte Springs, FL, July 2004

Letter of introduction from Hedy Schleifer,
Imago Therapist,
July 2004 MORE (PDF 83.2 KB)