What clients say
When Fast Company Magazine wanted to enhance the speaking skills of their senior writers and editors for their conference presentation and guest appearances, they had a roster of experts from which to select their trainer. They chose Lorraine.
When AIM Trimark planned a national educational tour with their top executives and advisors, they needed someone to provide personal coaching to these individuals, some of whom had never spoken in public. Lorraine was their choice. The speakers she coached received audience evaluations scores in the 80s and 90s for delivery in their presentations.
Other comments from just some of Lorraine's clients are listed below:
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Administrative Excellence Conference
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"Your session was rated as excellent. When delegates were asked to suggest speakers for next year, your name appeared again and again."
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AIM Trimark
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"Amazing! I'm sure even our most seasoned speakers picked up a number of new tips...moving from speaker to performer is an art!"
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American Express
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"Your presentation and breakout session was so on the mark in terms of value to our group. We got more out of the session than anticipated, which is brilliant."
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Andersen Consulting
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"Your presentation was bang-on in content and tone. The humour and analogies were great."
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AT&T
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"Your style and technique held everyone's interest for the entire program and left everyone with a very positive outlook on their work life"
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Aventis Pasteur
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"Thank you so much for being with us in Mont Tremblant and speaking to the group prior to our Summit Award presentations. You really do live by your teachings; laughter is a healer and happiness does create harmony."
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BDO Dunwoody
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"Lorraine was great. The committee was very happy with her talk. From going through my inbox this morning I can already tell that her Section on email/phone/ etiquette is already having some effect!"
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Bell Canada
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"I was told by more than one of the conference attendees, that Lorraine's speech was the high point of the day. I would have no hesitation in recommending her to anyone who needs a speaker for a similar function."
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Business & Industry Services, Humber College
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"Bravo!! What a fabulous session. Your ability to draw a response from an audience of that size is really a gift. The people loved you! Thank you for leaving them on such a high note."
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Canadian Association of Pharmacy Technicians
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"Thank you so much for the wonderful closing keynote presentation at our conference last month. "Here's Looking at You" was a perfect choice of topic. The delegates were given some wonderful insights and tools that they can use to really evaluate themselves, but more importantly, they had a lot of fun and left the conference feeling positive and motivated."
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Canadian Forces Training Centre, Borden
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"Everyone in attendance found your presentation to be most interesting and enjoyable, I am certain we will benefit greatly from the information and techniques you shared with us."
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Canadian Real Estate Association
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"You obviously made a great impression on a number of us. The 'word in the hall' was very positive."
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Clearnet
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"The day overall was a huge success! Many of my colleagues were very impressed with your presentation - which is great coming from a group of facilitators."
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Connaught Laboratories
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"We are receiving positive feedback from the people who attended the course. It looks like the full day session was a hit."
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Council of Logistics Management (USA)
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"I spoke with many people who said your session "Ignite Your Evolution" was one of the best they attended. You inspired the group."
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Duocom
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"Thank you very much for giving our customers such a dynamic and fun presentation. 'The World of Presentations' was a success because of you. You are truly a fantastic presenter."
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Hillfield-Strathallan College
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"You certainly fulfilled your mandate of providing an upbeat start to our two day session. I really appreciated your direct references to our organization and to the literature I sent you and customizing your thoughts to our audience. It had tremendous impact."
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Fast Company Magazine
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"The session was a tremendous hit and you were dynamite. I can't thank-you enough and I will be sure to tell everyone and anyone I know that you are the best out there."
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Financial Management Institute
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"I would like to echo the thanks and appreciation for a great job done by you! I had great verbal feedback from participants. Your evaluation scores very high and the comments are exceptional."
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The Life Insurance Institute of Canada
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"Your session was full of useful, practical, and relevant examples and tips on improving communications. It was made all the more powerful by your engaging and energetic presentation style. You not only delivered the message - you modelled it!"
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McMaster University Synergy Conference
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"The response to The Actor Within last June was very positive, and the Council has specifically indicated that "Synergy" would not be complete without you."
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Meeting Professionals International - Toronto Chapter
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"Your professionalism and dedication to providing a quality presentation were evident in the strong ratings we received from the attendees. Your contribution more than exceeded our expectations."
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Mr. SUB
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"Lorraine did a fabulous job. She came on right after lunch and totally energized the room. The room was just abuzz, and we accomplished everything we wanted to achieve. I was absolutely amazed at how much Lorraine customized her presentation to our needs."
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Northern Heart Research Foundation
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"The combination of your humour, unpretentiousness, and knowledge worked really well. I like it that you don't isolate the audience from yourself and from each It's pretty fascinating."
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Paramount Canada's Wonderland
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"I am still hearing the buzz days after your presentation. You hit the mark! You reinforced our messages while keeping the audience entertained."
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RE/MAX
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"Lorraine was AWESOME! Her complete method in customizing and capturing our delegates attention was brilliant. She was a delight. Very professional, witty, and quick on her feet to ensure that all of the key messages were delivered."
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Royal LePage Relocation Services
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"Thoroughly enjoyed your presentation in Montreal. I felt privileged being one of the people you spoke to a few weeks ago. Once I saw you in action I was blown away. Your clarity, articulation, humour and professional delivery were magnificent. Thank you for a fantastic, memorable and motivational speech."
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Royal Trust Global Securities Services
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"Given the terrific feedback we've received over the last two days, you were a big hit! Lorraine, I appreciated your taking the time to come in and learn more about our business. This was certainly reflected in the connections and sensitivities you demonstrated throughout your talk."
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Sears Canada
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"You are blessed with a special gift that you have used to reach out and make people feel good and most importantly to laugh."
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Society of Management Accountants
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"The participants commented on your lively, interactive style and that you made your points well, while using audience participation."
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Sudbury & District Health Unit
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"Your presentation to a group of 220 health professionals was absolutely incredible, motivating and upbeat. You left us all on an exceptionally high note."
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Syncrude
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"As you can see from the evaluations the comments were very positive. Thank you so much for providing us all with such a wonderful presentation."
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TD Bank
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"Lorraine was great, she is a very accomplished speaker who created an amazing rapport with our audience of PR executives. They really liked her and that helped tremendously in her ability to convey her message about communicating in the New Economy."
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TD-Canada Trust
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"The response has been very positive, and we have saved all the comments recorded. Your personal insights, your willingness to meet and contribute with the group is much appreciated and it was a pleasure to work with you on this project. Thank you."
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Town of Lincoln
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"After the first few minutes her audience was relaxed, attentive and thoroughly enjoying the presentation - she handled the diverse group with humour, tact and professionalism. The presentation was motivating and upbeat. Staff enjoyed it and left on a high note."
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YMCA North Halton
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"Your dynamic personality captured the audience and got people thinking about key issues. Many people commented that your presentation was extremely positive and offered practical advice."
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YMCA North Halton
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"Your dynamic personality captured the audience and got people thinking about key issues. Many people commented that your presentation was extremely positive and offered practical advice."
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