Tom G. Hobbs, The Man in the Hat
ContactsPhone:303-671-0469 E-mail: Tom Hobbs Web Sites Tom G. Hobbs, The Man in the Hat |
| BIO | Enthusiasm is contagious and Tom chooses to infect the world with it. As a Serial Entrepreneurial Nut he has built several businesses and understands “Niche Marketing”. His travels around the globe has infused him with experiences that you can grow from. Tom is a Master Speaker for the Entrepreneur. Understands the many joys and challenges of business and is eager to help others find their happy spot too. He is the living brand “The Man in the Hat”. |
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Penguin Crossing Guard Was this a good Career Choice? Learn 3 ways to let the Entrepreneur in you succeedHelping youth of all ages see the possibilities for them is exciting. His methods can help anyone be vibrant in their business & life. Invigorating your creativity is a common result when you share the room with “The Man in the Hat”. Speech time: 30 to 90 minutes |
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Would you like to be the Master of Ceremonies?OrThe Amateur of Activities?
The Man in the Hat has been involved with 100’s of events, organizing, working in the back, the front and being in the audience has taught him many techniques of the most successful of the “Master of Ceremonies” in the world. “The Man in the Hat” is sharing some of his insight with you. Speech time: 30 to 90 minutes |
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Other Speaking Activities Master of Ceremonies Trainings Youth Leadership & Speaking workshops Business Branding. Live It. Volunteer speaker for Junior Achievement and Red Cross Toastmasters Leadership Trainings around the Globe Speech time: 30 to 90 minutes |
| Availability Based in Denver and available world wideShort notices will always be considered as practical |
Martin Cobb
ContactsPhone: 303-690-6401 E-mail: Martin Cobb Web Sites |
| BIO | Martin Cobb takes pride in entertaining and educating his audiences. He has two favorite and exciting speeches – “How to give a Powerful Speech” and “Great! You are Finally in Charge – Now What?” Blending humor, humility and hope, he keeps the audience engaged and laughing. Martin is an accomplished Toastmaster and is Director for the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Speakers Bureau. Martin is at ease with both large and small groups. A former Navy Commander, he is the Change Manager – Business Operations for the Bureau of Land Management and is pursuing a Masters in Organizational Performance and Change from CSU. Martin has achieved Advanced Communicator – Silver and Competent Leader designations in Toastmasters. He is a past president and former Area Governor in District 26 Toastmasters. He enjoys speaking. Give him a call or send him an e-mail – Martin would enjoy the chance to speak to your group! |
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How to Give a Powerful Speech Martin shares the secrets and thoughts of presidential speech writers, speaking coaches and Toastmasters International Speech Contest Champions to help speakers be memorable, have impact and enjoy success. Speech time: 30 minutes (can be adjusted) |
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Great! You are Finally in Charge. Now What? The first 90 days in any new leadership position are critical to long-term leadership success. Hear some thoughts about business culture, mentoring, expectations, learning and leading. Martin relates studies from the Harvard Business School and CEO testimonials in this fascinating and rewarding talk. Speech time: 30 minutes (can be adjusted) |
| 3 | Additional Presentation Types: - luncheon speaker - seminar leader - evening keynote speaker - Toastmasters clubs and events |
| Availability Based out of Denver, CO and available for speaking in 60-mile radius, or more if expenses are covered. Prefer 2 weeks advance booking but potentially available for last-minute engagements. Best availability in evenings. |
Angela Libby Janousky
ContactsPhone: 303-279-7647 E-mail: Angela Libby Janousky Web Sites Turning Point Presentations |
| BIO | Angela Libby Jankousky is an entrepreneur, engineer, author, public speaker and speaking coach. Her company is called Turning Point Presentations. She specializes in coaching presenters who need to deliver complex technical and business presentations. Her clients include engineers, entrepreneurs, and physicians. Angela Jankousky has been a Toastmaster since 1999. She has served as Area Governor, Club President and has held a number of other offices. She received her DTM (Distinguished Toastmaster) in 2007. She is the Area M-1 International Speech Contest Champion for 2005 and the Area M-4 Evaluation Contest Champion for 2006. |
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For Leadership, Give Me Shackleton Antarctic Explorer Ernest Shackleton has been called “the greatest leader who ever came on God’s earth – bar none.” In this talk, Angela tells the story of Shackleton’s 1914 – 1916 expedition. Shackleton’s stout ship the Endurance was frozen into the sea off the coast of Antarctica, and then crushed by ice. It sank leaving the crew stranded on the ice. Yet, Shackleton led every one of his 27 men to safety. Angela shows that Shackleton succeeded because he was equally dedicated to the people he led, the purpose they sought, and the plain truth. The talk tells the story of Shackleton with special emphasis on behaviors any leader can adopt: treating everyone with respect, encouraging camaraderie, admitting your mistakes, and being well-prepared and optimistic. Speech time: 45 minutes (can be lengthened) |
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Alzheimer’s Disease: Aging with Grace There is much new information about Alzheimer’s Disease. Among the most interesting was developed by Dr. David Snowdon’s study of a group of Catholic nuns. Aging with grace is a touching story that offers lessons on what we can — and can’t — do to protect our brains from Alzheimer’s Disease. Speech time: 30 minutes (can be lengthened) |
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Learned Optimism Psychologist Martin Seligman and coaches at UC Berkley have demonstrated that athletes who are optimistic overcome setbacks. Those who were pessimistic don’t perform well after and setback. This is just one of a number of studies conducted by Seligman that shows that optimists succeed where pessimists fail. Optimistic students do better in college than their SAT scores would predict. Optimistic salesmen sell more. And in every election since 1948, the more optimistic of the presidential candidates from the major parties has been elected. Why is that? What implications does it have for us … and can we learn to be more optimistic? Speech time: 20 minutes (can be lengthened) |
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Uncorking the Genius of Your Diverse Workforce We are all different … and sometimes we drive each other nuts! In this lively, interactive talk, Angela teaches techniques that can be used by any member of the team to improve the strength and cohesion of the team. Speech time: 45 minutes (can be lengthened |
| 5 | Additional Presentation Types: - Topical speeches related to my specific subjects - Keynote speaker - Open to other opportunities |
| Availability Based in Berthoud, CO, and available for speaking within 125-mile radius. May be available for last minute engagements. |
Niki Moore, DTM
ContactsPhone: 719-210-1553 E-mail: Niki Moore |
| BIO | Niki is a Colorado Springs native who’s love of Colorado is abundant! Her professional career has been in executive and management positions of non-profits. Niki notes that public speaking is second only to Colorado as one of her favorite past times, especially if it is training and marketing. Education and training have been a part of her career emphasis for 30. Niki is a talented, experienced and knowledgeable presenter who has mastered many styles and strategies for effective communication in any venue. |
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Dimensions in Dialogue Audience: Public Relations, Marketing, Sales, Communications, Leadership, John Maxwell states in his book “The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership” that relationships determine the morale of an organization; but, how do you determine the value of the relationship. Dialogue between two people takes on many different dimensions, how we interpret the meaning of each dimension in that dialogue can make, break, or solidify our relationships.Speech time: 30 to 90 minutes |
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Dancing with two Masters! Audience: Public Relations, Marketing, Sales, Communications, Leadership, Organizational Strategies, Effectiveness in ManagementDancing with two Masters is a presentation on how to master the art of leadership and how to master the empowerment of communication in the organizational change venue. Using the Communication and Leadership strategies in unison is critical for managing change in any organization. Understanding how each behavior and the effectiveness of each enriches the process of change is critical to success.Speech time: 30 to 90 minutes |
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Diligence in Diversity! Audience: Public Relations, Marketing, Sales, Communications, Leadership, Organizational Strategies, Nonprofit Management, Human Relations It goes without saying that diversity is one of the single most important issues in today’s business and professional environment. We are deluged daily with strategies and other methods on how to manage diversity more effectively. What is the answer? Diligence in Diversity is an opportunity to learn two simple strategies that answer the question.Speech time: 30 to 90 minutes |
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Reflections in a Mirror Audience: Public Relations, Marketing, Sales, Communications, Leadership, Organizational Strategies, Nonprofit Management, Human Relations and Resources, Independent Consultants, Business Owners, Community LeadersThis presentation discusses the hardest issues for many managers to overcome: changes in their own behaviors, styles, and characteristics. It is non-confrontational, fun, and a sharing of ideas; a chance for us all to look at our reflections in the mirror!Speech time: 30 to 90 minutes |
| Availability Based in Colorado Springs, CO, and available for speaking anywhere within Colorado.Overnights to accommodate late night or early morning presentations is not a barrier. |
Janet Boulter, ACS
ContactsPhone: 303-368-9954 E-mail: Janet Boulter Web Sites Center Consulting Group |
| BIO | Janet has been consulting with companies and organizations “to create and sustain long-term profitability” for more than 20 years. Her passion is transforming the typical peak-valley business cycle into the rolling hill model, where companies can strategically position and respond to current economic conditions in a proactive and profitable manner. Janet is a published author on business management issues and is the author of the upcoming book “Built to Prosper.” Janet holds a BS from the University of Wyoming. In addition to her consulting/speaking services, Janet is a board member of several organizations. Services for Center Consulting Group include: consulting, seminars, workshops, and keynote speeches. |
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10 Commitments to Profitability To successfully grow your company, business leaders and managers must commit their organizations to the mission and vision. The 10 Commitments are strategies, that when implemented, help organizations “create and sustain long-term profitability.” This is an extremely valuable program with solutions to implement in your organization immediately. Speech time: 30 minutes (can be adjusted) |
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Leadership: Commandment or Commitment Times are changing. What worked yesterday, won’t work tomorrow. The time is now for leaders and managers to re-prioritize and re-organize their leadership strategy in order to keep their company competitive and profitable in this new decade. You will learn valuable information on how you can motivate, inspire and guide your organization to success! Speech time: 30 minutes (can be adjusted) |
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Empowering your employees Your employees are one of your greatest assets, but also one of your company’s largest expenses. In order to generate and sustain profitability for your organization, you need to understand and implement an empowerment program for your employees. The business community is experiencing new paradigm shifts and it is imperative your company make the move. Learn how to implement these important strategies in your organization. Speech time: One hour, can be expanded |
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Additional Presentations Available: - Programs on business management and profitability - Guest speaker at other Toastmasters clubs and events |
| Availability Janet offices in Denver, CO and is available to speak to companies, groups and organizations throughout Colorado and Eastern Wyoming. Advanced notice regarding scheduling is preferred, but she can be available for last-minute fill in engagements. Please contact her to inquire. |
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. |









