What Others Are Saying . . .

Meeting Planners International - 2009

“Thank you for your recent participation in AEMP's 26th Management Conference as a session presenter. I extend a hearty thank you on behalf of the AEMP Board of Directors and its Education Committee for your gracious assistance in making the conference a success. As a thanks, the AEMP Board has made a contribution on your behalf to the AEMP Education Foundation.”

Stan Orr, CAE
Executive Director

“Thank you for presenting the "Developing a Comic Vision" at the 2008 Conference of the Maryland Association of Social Services Departments (MASSD). Feedback from the participants was extremely positive as to the information you presented. 95.8% of participants rated you as excellent/very good with respect to your fostering an open expression of ideas. In terms of opening new possibilities, 93.7% of participants rated you as excellent/very good. We would like to thank you again for sharing your expertise with us. It is clear that your presentation was, with laughter, greatly appreciated and helpful for the participants.”

Jerome M. Reyerson, LCSW-C
MASSD 2008 Conference Chair

Have Fun! - 2009

“I wanted to take a moment the Thank You for speaking to the Illinois Association of Mutual Insurance Companies as our closing speaker! Your humorous message had our members laughing out loud and smiling as they left. THANK YOU! I have had so much fun with all of your items! Your message made us all realize that it's how we deal with life's obstacles that determine our attitudes. In addition, you brought daily frustrations to the table, things everyone could relate to, and showed them how the "reaction" will determine the final outcome - mentally as well was physically! I will proudly recommend you to our state associations as well as at our National level. Every group, regardless of the industry, will truly benefit from your program! Best of luck - keep smiling and keep bringing laughter into our world!”

Jackie Rakers
Executive Director

“Thank you very much for speaking at our recent Division Conference. It goes almost without saying that you were a huge hit! As you may know, staff and management in banking supervision can be a "tough" crowd as we are trained to be skeptical. Not only did they respond to your humorous take on difficult situations, your message about finding humor in them is very relevant and timely in light of market conditions. Again thank you for contributing to the success of our conference.”

Ann Marie Kohlligian
Vice President
Banking Supervision and Regulation

Human Services - 2009

“On behalf of HFTP, we would like to extend our deepest appreciation for your participation at the 2008 HFTP Annual Convention & Tradeshow. We were honored to have you as a speaker this year. We appreciate your willingness to share your knowledge and skills with our convention participants.”

Linnette Baskett
Meetings & Events Manager

“Please know how much we appreciate your invaluable contribution to the success of "Unlock the Vault." Your opening presentation on "Developing a Comic Vision" was a key reason we received such good reviews. Thank you for sharing your time, expertise, and good humor with us!”

Karen Renk, CAE
Executive Director

“On behalf of the Montana Eligibility Worker's Association (MEWA), I would like to thank you so much for the inspirational presentation at our 2008 conference. Not only was your presentation inspiring and funny it also reenergized everyone. I heard so many people say; "I never laughed so much as I have this morning." You are the reason why this year's conference was such a huge success!”

Ginny Katzenberger
MEWA President

Human Services - 2009

“You assured me that for 75 minutes you would inspire, humor, and create a 'comic vision' within our PSACF 1,750 delegates. You accomplished your mission. The following are a few quotes from a very casual survey, "Keynote speaker always motivates me", "PSACF always gets a very good speaker", "Excellent", "Excellent", "Excellent, just makes you have a good attitude." We did not receive one negative comment. This is difficult to believe, because some folks face challenges which blur their vision toward others. Obviously, your approach is a win win situation. You were a direct hit at the Sweetest Place on Earth.”

Jim Davis
Seminar Chair

“What impressed us most was your ability to tailor your program in such an exact and appropriate manner. You exposed subject matter that was clear, concise and pertinent to our daily routine and we certainly enjoyed learning how to look at difficult situations with a 'comic vision'.”

United Airlines

“Your high-flying, fabulously funny, death-defying, and unique sense of humor truly fit the bill in helping make the American Payroll Association’s 21st Annual Congress 'the greatest show on earth!'”

American Payroll Association

Oklahoma City, OK - 2009

“It’s great to see passion, talent, and fun all wrapped up in a caring package called Tim Gard."

National School Public Relations Association

“Tim Gard was evaluated as the best speaker we have ever had!”

U.S. Bank

“Your presentation was the just the lift we needed after an intense two-day conference, and was rated 4.9 out of a possible 5! You were described as 'way awesome', 'great', 'excellent', and 'fantastic.' What a fun way to finish off… the laughter was great!”

California Credit Union League

Crown of Power - 2009

“Your keynote and breakout session were outstanding!
Your presentation exceeded our expectations and was exactly what our members needed! I would happily recommend your style, preparation, and performance to anyone seeking a professional speaker to address their conference or meeting.”

Colorado Health Care Association

“The evaluations and comments reflected only positive feelings and your presentation was the talk of the two-day tradeshow! Thanks again for making me look good and turning up the excitement for our customers with your wonderful stories and life strategies using humor and a different perspective.”

SYSCO Food Services

“The meeting was fun, fast-paced, and informative. We have learned to work more closely, and find the humor in our stressful jobs. Thanks again for a great time!”

Coldwell Banker Wachholz & Co

Public Managers - 2009

“Tim was the perfect choice to complete the event, offering humor and straightforward wisdom that entertains and serves any generation. I’d rate him an 11 on a scale of 10. He’s unique, absolutely “family friendly,” immensely entertaining and a consummate professional.”

Coeur d’Alene Casino Resort Hotel

“On behalf of the Park County Leadership Institute, I would like to recommend Tim Gard for a keynote presentation or workshop to any organization. We were extremely impressed with Tim's workshop on 'Developing a Comic Vision.' What a delightfully hilarious program he presents with good, clean humor and an excellent message. The Institute graduates are still raving about his program. Tim was so popular, we have him scheduled to come back next year!”

“Tim is also a nice, kind and caring individual. He is very easy to do business with and is honest and sincere.”

“We highly recommend Tim Gard as a workshop presenter.
He gave us an entertaining and quick-paced half-day workshop that we will never forget. He's great!”

Rhonda Shipp, M.S., R.D.
University Extension Educator
University of Wyoming

“Tim Gard has conducted workshops for the annual training conference of the Mountain State Chapter, National Eligibility Workers Association in 1994 and more recently, October 1996. He is always well received by conference participants.”

“For the closing session this past October, Tim presented his workshop, Comic Vision II. All of the evaluations were positive. Some of the comments were: 'Greatest workshop ever', 'Do it again', 'It was great', 'Everyone needs to laugh', 'Good workshop — we need to look for humor more in the workplace,' and 'Tim's always a refreshing and energizing speaker/workshop leader.'”

“Not only does Tim conduct wonderful, positive workshops, he is also good to work with while arranging the conference. Any human service organization will benefit by having Tim Gard give one of his presentations.”

Margaret M. Mann
Member Board of Directors
Mountain State Chapter
National Eligibility Workers Association

Public Managers - 2009

“Let me congratulate you on making one of the finest presentations that members of our staff have ever had the privilege of hearing. I thought the applause would go on forever. During, immediately after, and continually since our annual staff meeting last Friday, I have heard nothing but praise for your presentation. Obviously your Comic Vision has helped us all see better what is most important and how to improve our work environment and our productivity.”

“Here are just a few of the comments from our staff:

'I laughed until the tears welled up in my eyes!'

'I can't imagine a better presentation.'

'Although I have attended Tim's sessions before, I still thoroughly enjoyed this presentation. He demonstrates that classic comic timing that makes you want to see him over and over again.'

'Tim made me feel happy about myself and my work.'”

“Your ideas are ingenious, and I want to thank you sincerely for sharing them with us. We look forward to having you back again and I am confident the staff will be eager to have you 'back by popular demand.'”

James H. Solomon
Deputy Regional Manager
Annual Meeting Chair
United States General Accounting Office

“As I was sitting here today, engulfed by welfare reform, it dawned on me that I have not taken time to thank you for your wonderful presentations that have helped, not only me personally, but many of my colleagues make it through stressful times like these. I have been present at several of your seminars and know many staff people in Michigan and throughout the nation who have had the pleasure of attending conferences in which you have been either a keynoter or seminar speaker.”

“I personally find your presentations not only entertaining but educational. The degree with which your audience identifies with you and the situations you present is remarkable. It is wonderful to see, because I know that I learn more from a speaker I can identify with, and who understands my situation, than many 'experts' who propound their advise from an ivory tower.”

“As a conference organizer for both the Midwest Region Food Stamp Payment Accuracy effort and the American Association of Food Stamp Directors, I can confidently say that you are consistently one of our most highly rated speakers. I have never heard or received any negative comments on any of your presentations. People leave your presentations feeling good about themselves and refreshed and ready to go back and handle the pressures of their jobs and lives. In fact, I have consistently recommended you to other conference organizers as a 'can't miss, hit speaker.'”

Susan M. Hall
Manager
Food Stamps
State of Michigan Family Independence Agency

“Thank you so much for attending our Food Stamp Payment Accuracy Conference. Our theme was 'Fixing It Up and Making It Fun'. You set the tone for our entire day and proved that it can be done.”

“As I am sure you could sense from the staff's reactions to your presentation, they could all totally relate to what you were talking about. As a former eligibility worker your perspective was certainly relevant, and I know they recognized and appreciated that point of view.”

“At the conference we asked participants to complete evaluations of the presentations. You were a hit! Accolades included "terrific, incredible, outstanding and fantastic."”

“Other comments we received included:

'This proves you can have fun and learn too.'

'Tim Gard improved my attitude.'

'Tim was right on target and in the know for eligibility workers.'”

“We can go on and on, but I think you can see what a success you were. We can hardly wait for your next visit to Connecticut. Again, thank you from me and my staff for making our Food Stamp conference an enormous success.”

Joyce A. Thomas
Commissioner
State of Connecticut Department of Social Services

“Please accept this letter of recommendation for Tim Gard. I have had the pleasure of using Tim's incredible talents several times over the last few years.”

“Tim is able to use humor to focus a group and to remind them of the importance of respecting ourselves and each other. Research, in fact, indicates that laughter motivates people to think more creatively. Most recently, Tim was the 'kick-off' speaker for the National Accelerated Schools Conference in Breckenridge, which I coordinated. Tim is able to incorporate the key words and concepts of an organization or group and weave them into his Comic Vision. The feedback was overwhelmingly positive for Tim's presentation. It set the right tone for the two-day conference and brought the group together with laughter. (And tears - many times people laughed so much they cried!)”

“Tim has also presented to the 130 administrators in the Aurora Public Schools as well as the staffs at many of our schools.”

“It is without reservation that I recommend Tim to work with any group that you would like to be collaborative, creative, visionary or well-functioning. Laughter is truly the key, and Tim is a professional who knows how to use humor to expand thinking and lift spirits.”

Sue Clark
Director Organizational Support
Aurora Public Schools

“Not many people can take an hour and make it a lasting memory. You did! People are still telling your 'zipper' story and 'Pride & Joy' pictures are appearing everywhere. I never would have believed identifying ways to relieve stress could be so much fun. People were tired from laughing so hard. I am enclosing a few of the positive notes our Deputy Commissioner received from staff about your program.”

“Thank you so much for presenting the program in such an 'automation friendly' way. It was a perfect program for 'Techies.' It was a pleasure working with you and we look forward to working with you in the future.”

“I hope you didn't have any 'Pond Scum' episodes on the flight home.”

Shirley Wilson
Technical Education Manager
Texas Department of Human Services

“You have given us a new way to deal with stress at work. The next day several people in the department were using their nose flutes. To this day the crown is still being worn. I have noticed family pictures hanging in cubicles, and the day after the event Paul sent out jokes over e-mail. We have used your video for several staff meetings. Now we have passed it on to other departments and the feedback is good. We have also witnessed people kicking their chairs at the end of the day and asking them to 'stay.' To this day I hear our staff members talking about you to others.”

Liz Young
PacifiCare® Health Systems

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