John Higgs, CC
 ContactsPhone:303-666-5619 E-mail: John Higgs Web Site John Higgs |
| BIO | John Higgs was born in England. In 1981, he and his wife were caught up in a riot outside their home in London. They later immigrated to the USA, partly due to rising crime rates and similar issues in Britain. A naturalized U.S. citizen since 1994, John’s public speaking career began in 1990 when he became an NRA certified instructor, and later a training counselor and a Refuse to be a Victim instructor. Currently a freelance writer and editor in the magazine industry, John has drawn on his own training and experiences, plus those of his colleagues, to develop a simple methodology anyone can use to improve their chances of avoiding and surviving most kinds of bad situations. His third and latest book on the subject is titled, “Dealing with Danger.” |
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Junkyard dogs are prepared, aware and decisive, and have fewer problems than other people. What is the single most important goal that we all must achieve every day? Once we know the simple answer to this question, we can begin to lay the foundation for a methodology to avoid or deal with such everyday threats to our continued well being as crime, natural disasters, health issues, economic setbacks, and many more. Speech time: 25 to 45 minutes |
| Availability Travel within 100 miles drive of Lafayette, Colorado. More than 100 miles from Lafayette is negotiable. Prefer 1-2 weeks advance booking but potentially available for last-minute engagements. |
Karen VanCleve
 ContactsPhone (Day): 303-987-5957 Phone (Night): 303-987-3737 E-mail: Coach Karen Web Sites http://www.KarenVanCleve.com |
| BIO | Karen has been a member of Dawn Yawn since 2002. She has served in different officer positions, and loves the challenge of the speech contests. Karen is a “reformed” business consultant, and now is a speaker, author, and coach on topics related to our busy, pressured lives. She is certified by both independent coach certification organizations (IAC and ICF) and is a coach for the Anthony Robbins Coaching organization. She has a Bachelors degree in Finance and an MBA with emphasis in Information Systems. Karen’s passion is making a significant difference in how people live their lives. |
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The Power to Create Results Learn the important step that SMART goal-setting forgets. Do you set goals and create plans, yet somehow you don’t create the results you wanted? The difference between “success” and “failure” may one simple step you’re missing in the goal-setting process. You’ll leave with tools to apply immediately to make a difference in your life. Speech time: 30 minutes (can be adjusted) |
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A Simple Answer for Your Complex Life Does it feel like your life is “over?” – over-whelmed, over-worked, and over-committed? There IS a simple answer for your complex life! Learn the 12-Step program to change your life “for good! Speech time: 30 minutes (can be adjusted) |
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Listening Beyond the Words We learn to speak throughout our lives, but seldom are we trained to listen. Learn the power of effective listening, how to be a “good listener,” and how listening beyond the words can change your relationships and your personal effectiveness. Length: 30 minutes (can be adjusted) Speech time: 30 minutes (can be adjusted) |
| 4 | Additional Presentation Types: - Topical speeches related to my specific subjects - Keynotes - Guest speaker at other Toastmasters clubs and events - Open to other opportunities |
| Availability Based out of Lakewood, CO and available for speaking in 25-mile radius. Prefer 1 week advance booking but potentially available for last-minute engagements. |
Glen Winkel, Ph.D.
 ContactsPhone: 719-685-9252 E-mail: Dr. Glen Winkel Web Sites Dr. Glen Winkel |
| BIO | Dr. Winkel is a medical scientist trained in neurobiology, develomental biology, and cell physiology. He received his Ph.D. from the University of California San Francisco School of Medicine. He conducts seminars on a variety of topics including stress reduction, the immune system, neurological disorders, childrens’s envrionmental health, and athletic performance. Dr. Winkel is also a 7-time World and 21-time National Cycling Champion, a former member of the AMD/Discovery Channel Masters Cycling Team, and recognized internationally as one of the best American master cyclists. Dr. Winkel has served as Southern Division Governor for Toastmasters International and achieved the Advanced Communicator Gold award. He has two children and lives in Colorado Springs, Colorado. |
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What’s Your Score? It was the cover story of TIME magazine February of 2004. Six years later and you still don’t hear much about it. The article was called “The Secret Killer” and showed how the leading causes of illness and death are related to this simple blood test. Most medical doctors still don’t understand the importance of it, yet it is the most important blood test you’ll ever take. This blood test is more important than your cholesterol level, blood pressure, blood sugar or body fat! A high score indicates that your risk of dying from cardiovascular disease, cancer, diabetes, stroke or Alzheimer’s disease is greatly increased. In fact, nine of the ten leading causes of death are increased when your score is high. Speech time: 25 minutes |
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N APEL” a Day, Makes the Stress Okay. Stress is all around us. Financial worries, job-related stress, relationship difficulties, children… the list goes on and on. We live in the most stressful society in human history. How do you deal with all the stress? This is an information-packed seminar designed to educate, by example and exercises, how to eliminate the effects of stress both at home and in the workplace. This seminar incorporates the latest information on stress and disease caused by stress. Speech time: 25 minutes |
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Changing for Good Every New Year thousands of people make New Year’s resolutions to embrace positive changes in their lives. Perhaps it’s to start an exercise program, lose weight or lower the amount of stress in their lives. Maybe they would like to improve their marriage, relationship with their children, or their financial situation. Noble goals indeed. Then why do the majority of people, who are sincere in their resolutions, eventually give up on their goals and lapse into their former bad habits? Speech time: 50 minutes |
| 4 | Additional Presentation Types: - topical speeches related to specific health topics - other Toastmasters clubs and Toastmasters events - Keynote speaker - Commencement Speaker |
| Availability Based out of Colorado Springs, CO and available for speaking throughout the Front Range, possibly further away depending on group size. Prefer 1 to 2 weeks advance booking but may be available for last-minute engagements. |
Darryle Brown, ACG, ALB
 ContactsPhone (Day): 303-921-8850 E-mail: Darryle Brown |
| BIO | Darryle is a keynote speaker, business consultant, published writer and author. His background in the public sector includes 20 years of expertise in human resources, public relations, and law enforcement administration. He specializes in speaking on topics related to leadership, personal and professional development, crisis communications and mentoring. Darryle is the President and CEO of Walking Tall with Darryle Brown, Inc. Darryle loves to travel all over the world especially to exotic and tropical locations. Darryle Brown serves as Denver Division’s D6 Area Governor is a charter member of his home club Simply Speaking Toastmasters, where he has served as President from 2008 to 2009 and VP of Membership 2007 to 2008. He is also a charter member and former club mentor of Absolutely Articulate Toastmasters and a member of Buffalo Toastmasters. He has been a Toastmaster since 2004. He has achieved the levels of Advanced Communicator Gold and Advanced Leader Bronze, working toward his Distinguished Toastmaster achievement and has been recognized as the D6 Area’s Toastmaster of the Year in 2009. |
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The B-R-O-W-N Method of Speech Preparation Are there moments where you are totally stumped when it comes to preparing a speech? Do you feel petrified at the idea of getting called upon to give a speech with very little time of preparation or completely off the cuff? If so, this is the message for you. The B-R-O-W-N Method of Speech Preparation is designed to give you five easy tips in giving a speech with little preparation at any time, in any environment with maximum results. Speech time: 30 to 90 minutes |
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Maximized Mentoring: Developing a Top Notch Mentoring Program Description: Having an excellent mentoring program makes the difference between having casual, uncommitted members to having informed, faithful members with a defined purpose and understanding of what the Toastmasters experience is all about. This presentation enables clubs to successfully develop a six-week mentoring program which empowers new members with everything they need to be highly successful during the crucial beginning phase of membership. Speech time: 30 to 60 minutes |
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From Talk To ACTION!/em> Many people have excellent personal and professional goals they seek to achieve that can have a significant impact in their personal growth and in the lives of others. However, goals can go unfulfilled due to subconscious barriers, excuses, and/or negative influences, which deter many from achieving those goals. This presentation provides eight simple steps to finally bridge the gap from talking about desired goals to becoming highly motivated to take action toward a goal fulfilling lifestyle. Speech time: 30 to 60 minutes |
| 4 | Additional Presentation Types: - Topical speeches related to personal/professional development, mentoring, leadership and crisis communications - Serving as Master of Ceremonies at events - Other Toastmasters clubs and Toastmasters events - Open to other opportunities |
| Availability Based out of Aurora, CO and available for speaking in a 50-mile radius. Prefers one week advance booking but potentially available for last-minute engagements. |