Testimonials

"I highly recommend you consider Dave Kelly for your training and leadership development activities. He will not disappoint. His proven leadership record has allowed him to develop leadership and training programs to meet almost every need. Dave knows leadership. Why not learn from the best?"
Judy Schwartz, Conference Chair/Treasurer, The Leadership Consortium of North Texas Colleges and Universities

Testimonial Letter (PDF format, 171 KB)

"Over the past few years, Dave has become one of my strongest role models. From preparation to execution, Dave focuses on each step of the process when designing a workshop or facilitating an event, while always maintaining a keen awareness of the project's overall aim. He has a passion that shines through with remarkable clarity, and experiencing his level of dedication has been invaluable. Learning from and sharing in Dave's approach has helped me to elevate my speech writing and delivery, increase my confidence in networking, and realize the extent of my leadership abilities."
Carol K., Agnes Scott College, Georgia

"One person who has influenced not only my personal development but continues to make a strong impact in my career development is Dave Kelly. He is energetic in his teachings and knowledgeable of different styles of leadership and learning methods. His strong communication skills and positive attitude make him enjoyable to work with and learn from.

Since 1997, Dave's continued support and teachings have pushed me to greater heights both in my career as a meeting planner in Washington, D.C. and personally. I continue to use his teachings of setting an overall goal, breaking it down into segments and then into plans in order to accomplish my dreams. Without his guidance I would certainly not be a strong leader among my peers, have the experience of overseeing a state-wide organization and managing meetings across the globe. Daily I am faced with management opportunities in which I run towards, not away from.

Dave is truly one of the most influential people in my life and continues to be a strong presence today."
Jennifer L., Meeting Manager, Corporate Executive Board, Washington, D.C.

"I always leave his sessions with unbelievable excitement, energy and motivation. He is unquestionably passionate about working with people and helping people realize their goals, and I am always a little amazed by his drive and commitment."
Lacey S., Admissions Counselor, Reinhardt College, Georgia

Testimonial Letter (PDF format, 48 KB)

"I enjoyed all sessions! Very delightful & a learning experience. Dave made this applicable to our jobs and us!"
Gayle T., University Services Associate, UW-Green Bay, Wisconsin

"Thanks for this weekend, you did a wonderful job."
Todd P., Associate Director Ethical Leadership Program, Ripon College, Wisconsin

"Dave Kelly could motivate a mannequin, he was energetic and enlightening!"
John M., Mountain State University, West Virginia

"David has a wonderful way with empowering stories. Great and helpful presentation!"
Jessica F., Director of Student Activities, Dominican College, New York

10 Steps to A Winning Mental Attitude

"Very inspirational and informative…!"
Lester P., Student Chief Justice, Georgia Perimeter College--Rockdale Center, Georgia

Building Blocks of Leadership^sm

"This was an experience of a lifetime! I have learned ways to improve the leadership of myself and my group as a whole!"
Lindsey C., Piedmont College, Georgia

"Great! I learned so much!"
Laurel M., Montana State University-Billings, Montana

"This is the greatest training session I have ever experienced!"
John N., Minnesota State University—Mankato, Minnesota

Building Leaders Through Service^®

"Excellent workshop! I will recommend this seminar to all my friends. I will use this information for the rest of my life."
Kenneth K., Mercer University, Macon, Georgia

"The program was a great way for new student leaders to build a new leadership foundation and for seasoned ones to reinforce important values. The day was filled with stories of motivation, leadership and service. I left with a renewed spirit to achieve excellence in everything I do... And encourage others around me to do so as well."
Brian B., Georgia State University, Atlanta, Georgia

"This workshop has really motivated to do more than I already do. I've also learned some things to be more successful, not only in my service work, but also in my life."
Krystel M., Ripon College, Wisconsin

Club/Organization Leadership Trainer (C.O.L.T.)

"Dave was fantastic! He held a very engaging, energetic, and informative full day workshop with our students. His balance of personal experience and motivational research made for a wonderful day. Thanks, Dave!"
Wende' Fisher, Director of Student Development, The Art Institute of Portland (OR)

"Very interesting. I learned a lot of important information, not only for my club, but also for my life. You're an amazing motivational speaker!!!"
Summer D., Kappa Lambda Chi, UT-Brownsville/Texas Southmost College, Texas

"I truly enjoyed your presentation. It was incredibly informational. I'm hoping to take and use your ideas to empower the members in my organization. Thank you."
Lynette B., President—Communication Council, UT-Brownsville/Texas Southmost College, Texas

"I really enjoyed learning different ways to motivate club members and myself. It will not only help me now but in the future, for my career (a teacher & coach)."
Julia G., Sargeant-at-Arms of Scorpion Organization of Students, UT–Brownsville/Texas Southmost College, Texas

"Great meeting; it was very educational and it really will help our sorority out with our organization, recruiting, and the dynamics."
Hannia F., Vice-President, Kappa Lambda Chi, UT–Brownsville/Texas Southmost College, Texas

"We have just started a new academic club on campus and have had a decent but rough start. Your ideas sound JUST like what we need! Especially membership recruitment. Thank you very much. I really enjoyed your presentation."
Crystal C., President of Scorpion Organization of Students, UT–Brownsville/Texas Southmost College, Texas

"'Give things the extra mile' which gives you the edge to be the best! Motivational, it makes me want to go out and start an organization. Brilliant public speaker—he's #1 in my book!"
Margaret A., UT–Brownsville/Texas Southmost College, Texas

"Very informative and interesting! I learned very outstanding leadership techniques."
Juanita U., UT–Brownsville/Texas Southmost College, Texas

Confidence in Leadership

"This presentation was truly inspiring. His energy is amazing and contagious. I think he is one of the best presenters that I have ever had the privilege of seeing. Amazing job!"
Stephen W., Butler University, Indiana

"Your stories and mindset in regards to leadership and confidence are inspiring because you make people believe they can achieve anything."
Karen C., Bowling Green State University, Ohio

"I truly enjoyed your enthusiasm - you were very positive throughout the presentation with an attitude that can influence people to have the confidence they need to be a leader. Great job and thank you for presenting!"
Angela B., University of Notre Dame, Indiana

"Very good! My spirit felt lifted after hearing Dave!"
Richard D., SGA President, Georgia Perimeter CollegeóGwinnett University Campus, Georgia

"I enjoyed your presentation very much. I left with a more positive attitude about life, not just my job."
Patsy F., Trainer, Sitel Corporation, San Angelo, Texas

"I loved the story, 'George, the Drobble'!",
Diana Q., Coastal Georgia Community College, Georgia

"This presentation is different than any other leadership presentation I have seen. I actually left feeling like I could conquer the world!"
Shayna S., Student Government President, Blinn College—Bryan, Texas

Equipping Your Campus Clubs and Organizations for Success

"Wonderful session, I am prepared to go back to my campus and help my students have more successful organizations. Thanks!"
Michelle A., Student Life Specialist, J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College, Virginia

"Wonderfully informative & helpful! Great subject matter, well presented & clearly stated. Energetic presenter & knowledgeable."
Peggy B., Director of Social Development, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, Connecticut

"Great speaker. Will take a lot away from this session. Thank you!"
Seth J., Single Marine Program Coordinator, Virginia

Everyday Leadership

"I really enjoy how much Mr. Kelly cared about his presentation topic. He has a great passion. I truly appreciate and enjoyed his workshop."
Jacqueline J., Butler University, Indiana

"Thank you so much for presenting this workshop. The information you gave us was invaluable and you presented it to us in a very energetic way."
Ginny T., Midwestern State University, Texas

"This workshop was well worth my time. The content and organization were excellent."
Ashlee H., Sheridan High School, Indiana

Making The Most of Your 24/7

"Excellent advice on how to manage yourself so that time isnít an issue! Very specific, insightful, and helpful!"
Mike P., Seminole Community College, Florida

"Great information, a good use of my time!"
Peggy P, Program Assistant, Gwinnett Technical College, Georgia

"I enjoyed this seminar tremendously. Some great tips which will be put to use immediately. Thank you!"
LaTosha F., Sales Manager Medieval Times, Duluth, Georgia

"FABULOUS SPEAKER! I am actually inspired to start making 'elephant lists' for myself and helping my husband with his! Very motivating!"
Diane S., University Services Program Associate, UW-Parkside, Wisconsin

"Your presentation on '24/7' was both highly informative and entertaining."
Adelaide A., Financial Specialist, UW-Whitewater, Wisconsin

Membership Retention: How To Keep 'Em After You Get 'Em

"Great workshop. Very insightful and informative especially since member retention has always been problematic in the effectiveness of my group's leadership."
Kamilah H., Johnson & Wales University, Florida

"Very energetic and enthusiastic. Keeps you interested and motivated."
Ricky M., Winston-Salem State University, North Carolina

"Dave has a fun and vibrant attitude about him that relays positive messages to students and advisors. He is very passionate & is eager to make a difference in the lives of others!"
Megan S., Director of Student Orientation Programs, Pace University, New York

"You have gotten me excited to share new ideas with my organization. Thank you! Very motivational :)"
Samantha G., Pi Sigma Epsilon, UW-Whitewater, Wisconsin

Orientation Leaders Workshop

"I would like to thank you for being an important part of our Orientation Workshop. I received tons of positive reviews from the new students and the OLs themselves. Once again thank you and keep up the good work!"
Schaeffer C., SGA Vice-President and Orientation Chairperson, St. Joseph's College—Brooklyn, New York

"I learned so much about how to be a leader in every aspect of my life."
Kim F,. Junior Class Rep, Orientation Leader, St. Joseph's College—Patchogue, New York

"I really enjoyed your energy, gestures, and visuals. The Whisper Circle is an activity that I will pass on to others."
Lauren C., Campus Activities Board Events Coordinator, Orientation Leader, St. Joseph's College—Patchogue, New York

"Dave's performance was unparalleled by anyone else."
Brennin K., Orientation Planning Committee Leader, St. Joseph's College—Patchogue, New York

"Mr. Kelly is an exceptional speaker that incorporates jokes and fun activities that helps deliver the message of how we all can become better orientation leaders."
Przemyslaw K., St. Joseph's College–Brooklyn

Planning and Executing Service Projects and Fund Raisers

"Great speaker: friendly, dynamic, informative, and fun. Thanks for all the great ideas!"
Heather C., Student Activities Council President, St. Louis Community College at Meramec, Missouri

"Very informative, organized presentation, presented information that is very useful to our Student Activities Board."
Michelle R., Graduate Advisor, Northwestern State University, Louisiana

"Very informative! Lots of great ideas!"
Jeramey L., President of Student Government, San Jacinto College, Texas

"David's passion for service is contagious."
Taryn A., Lynn University, Florida

"Great ideas!"
Jessica F., Director of Student Activities, Dominican College, New York

Play to Win: A Game Plan for Success

"Wow! Once again, you have teamed up with the Student Government Association and have helped lead us in the pathway of setting our goals and priorities for the year to come. Your leadership in this process has proven invaluable to our being prepared to work together as a cohesive 'family' group and to lead our fellow students in yet another amazing year."
The Executive Officers of The Reinhardt College Student Government Association

Testimonial Letter (PDF format, 789 KB)

"I enjoyed this session, it gave a lead way to success."
David P., SGA Second Vice-President, Bainbridge College, Georgia

"I thoroughly enjoyed the session. David's format was simple yet profound. His plan for success allows you to stage your goals. I will use this tool with my staff and for my own personal aspirations."
Sherre P., Recreation Program Coordinator, Gwinnett County, Georgia

"I really enjoy and appreciate the enthusiasm in which the seminar was given. It is a great tool in lessons of achievement of dreams and setting goals that will guide us towards a better life."
Chanell M., General Manager, Sun Suites of Suwanee, Georgia

Playing Well With Others: Dealing With Conflict In Student Organizations

"I really enjoyed his enthusiastic approach to conflict resolution! My colleagues and I were impressed with his methods of sharing what he has perfected over the years. His interactive session held our attention and made it simple for all to really absorb his message."
Tia B., Volunteer State Community College, Tennessee

"Dave is an enthusiastic presenter. He keeps you in the activity! Great conflict resolution techniques."
Billi A., Mott Community College, Michigan

"This was a great session. I learned how to deal with people who are impossible to deal with."
Chris B., St. Joseph's of Brooklyn, New York

Playing Well With Others: Dealing With Conflict In Life and Work

"I really enjoyed the real-life situation/scenario to work through with a partner. Also, solving problems that the group has written down was great."
Kari S., Conference & Meeting Planner, UW-Stevens Point, Wisconsin

"I liked how you personalized your experiences and gave your advice a real down to earth perspective."
Elaina K., UW-Green Bay, Wisconsin

"On point! Good points and humor. Thank you."
LuAnn W., Student Billing Coordinator, UW-Green Bay, Wisconsin

The Power of Boldness: How To Get What You Want

"Great speaker – use of personal situations in presentation was AWESOME!"
Wanda H., Student Council Advisor, Southwest Georgia Technical College, Georgia

"Thanks for the inspiration!"
Felisha B., Director of Student Activities, Dekalb Technical College, Georgia

"You've accomplished so much with many obstacles in your life. You're a wonderful motivational speaker with tons to share. :) Keep going!"
Chris T., Academic Dept Associate, UW-Green Bay, Wisconsin

"Positive, uplifting, and inspiring stories! Thank you!"
Kim T., Activities Coordinator, Pellissippi State Technical College, Tennessee

"Your sharing of your personal history and the obstacles you had to overcome to reach your goals was very inspiring. To share them with humor was the best way to get your messages across. I'm so glad they brought you in as a speaker!"
Jean W., Archives Librarian, UW-Green Bay, Wisconsin

"Excellent Speaker with a great message – and funny too!"
Brian P., SGA Vice-President of Academic Affairs, Darton College, Georgia

Secrets of Motivation

"I thought that your tips were very practical and will be easy to put into practice."
Megan P., Emporia State University, Kansas

"I thoroughly enjoyed the exercises and the handout is excellent."
Angela D., Dickinson College, Pennsylvania

"A lot of new and useful info. Made me look at things differently and how to better incorporate them into my programs."
Bibi K., Healthy Student Living Coordinator, Broward County Community College-South, Florida

"I have been needing something to boost my motivation. This has given me some excellent tools to move forward and be more positive at work and personally."
Brandi C., Team Manager, Sitel Corporation, San Angelo, Texas

Skyrocket Student Involvement on Your Campus

"Great energy, great information, great presentation!"
Gabriel R., Director of Student Activities, North Carolina Wesleyan College, North Carolina

"Very energetic, great motivational speaker!"
Monika J. Assistant Director, Student Leadership & Involvement, Lewis University, Illinois

"Mr. Kelly is not only effective as a motivational speaker, but he is intimately knowledgeable about student affairs. Thus, participants leave not only inspired, but also armed with practical information for their return to campus."
Thomas W., Dean of Student Services and Enrollment Management, Davidson County Community College, North Carolina

"Your talk was extremely positive and reinforcing to those of us in the field. Thank you for caring!"
Bonnie B., Administrative Assistant/Advisor, The University of Akron, Ohio

Student Organization Leadership Workshop

"Dave Kelly is one of the best speakers I've ever seen. I liked his balance of humor and seriousness. His examples and points were understandable. I wouldn't mind seeing him speak again."
Tristan S., Vice-President, Focus on Christ, Cuyahoga Community College, Ohio

"You were a very positive speaker and gave me many ideas of how to not only motivate my pledges and sisters, but myself as well. Thank you for coming."
Kimberly K., President, Lambda Zeta Theta, Salem International University, West Virginia

"Awesome presentation! The presentation was very interactive, energetic and very relative. I would encourage everyone to attend his presentation, if and whenever possible. It was also very informative."
Chelsea N., Tompkins Cortland Community College, New York

"Dramatic, interesting, and funny presentation which helps people become better leaders. Dave Kelly, keep up the good work!"
Andrea B., Salem International University, West Virginia

Super Study Skills for Super Busy Students

"You did an awesome job! It will help me concentrate on my very own study skills."
Desiree M., Howard College—Big Springs, TX

"I think he did a great job telling us how to manage our time and what to do when we get overwhelmed. He also taught us how to take better notes."
Katie C., University of Wisconsin—Whitewater, Wisconsin

"He is very knowledgeable about the material and gave examples to relate to. He delivered his presentation with great enthusiasm, which kept me interested and helped me retain all the information."
Katie R., University of Wisconsin—Whitewater, Wisconsin

"Dave Kelly gave an amazing speech. It really made me realize things that I need to work on in my daily routine. Thanks to him I am honestly going to make a better life for myself. Wakeup call! :) "
Denise B., Howard College—San Angelo, Texas

Teambuilding for College and University Students

"He made us feel welcome, like we belong to the group. He is an excellent speaker!"
Myrtle F., University of Houston—Downtown, Texas

"I really liked the 'draw your partner' (Buddy Charts) exercise."
Mike U., Midshipman, Naval Academy, Maryland

"Great motivator with good activities to get people to interact with each other. Good way to network!"
Francisca C., University of Houston—Downtown, Texas

There's Nothing To Fear, But Fear Itself

(Certified Workshop Presenter)

"This was one of the most informative speakers I have ever heard. Dave is both exciting and engaging while having fun at the same time. I left his workshop feeling more confident about presenting than ever before."
Tameika S., Georgia State University, Georgia

"Dave, you have outdone yourself again. I admire you very much and I will continue to attend workshops or presentation that you present. Excellent job as always!!!"
Justina E., Georgia State University, Georgia

"Dave Kelly lives up to his reputation as an amazing speaker. I look forward to future workshops with him."
Melanie L., Georgia College & State University, Georgia

"Dave's workshops are the best!"
Amanda F., Coastal Georgia Community College, Georgia

"I feel absolutely moved. Dave Kelly is an inspiration and someone I truly admire."
Cheryl B., Georgia State University, Georgia