“Bonnie’s message was inspirational, grasping the audiences attention like time had stopped. It was real, straight to the point, and mind grabbing. Kudos! She’ll definitely be invited back to the Academy!”
— Kim Olson - Elmore Academy
“Bonnie is a superb flesh and blood example of a child who went through the system and came out on top as an adult. Bonnie re-energizes her listeners, inspiring providers to keep looking beneath surface behaviors and passing on a spirit of hope to their young charges.”
— JoAnn Masters - Foster Care Licensor-Yellow Medicine County
“We couldn’t believe the reaction she received from the kids hearing her presentation. She was definitely amazing!”
— Dave Kucera (Teacher)- Hutchinson Middle School
“Bonnie Laabs speaks from the heart. Tough times growing up taught her life’s lessons the hard way. To our small group of teens she could say, "I’ve walked in your shoes", bringing authenticity to her message. A larger group of staff she won over with her warmth and her spirit. Here’s a speaker with broad appeal!
— Meg Douglas - PORT Group Home Communications Coordinator
“I have never met someone who was at the bottom of life and yet has turned upward and risen so high. Combine this fantastic success story with her wonderful ability to bring the audience on her journey and you have Bonnie Laabs.”
— Roger Revak - Motivational Speaker
Toastmasters 2005 District 6 International Speech Champion
"Wow! Not only does Bonnie Laabs have a very powerful message, but she also delivers it in a way that will change lives. Bonnie is a MUST-SEE speaker. You will not be the same person by the time she finishes her speech. You'll be enriched!"
— Craig Valentine, MBA
1999 World Champion of Public Speaking
