"I thoroughly enjoyed our speaker, [Dr. Crystal Kuykendall]! She was an amazing motivational speaker who proved her own message that it isn't just about conveying information... it is allowing your audience to 'experience' the information you are providing. [Her speech] was definitely a transforming experience for me and I can only hope others felt the same way!"
Elementary (K-5) School Counselor
East Coffee Elementary & Hickerson Elementary
Coffee County Schools – Tennessee
"I found your presentation to be extremely inspiring. The teachers with whom I have spoken have all expressed that they were very motivated by your talk and are reflecting upon how they can be more effective "Merchants of Hope". In a short time with us, you made a profound impact."
Principal, St. John's College, Brantford
Ontario, Canada
"Thank you for your participation at the AASA Seattle Summit: Leadership for the Future, in Seattle, Washington. Based on our feedback received on-site and from our evaluation forms, your session Leadership to Facilitate a Positive Transformation was enjoyed by all who attended. The session sparked exciting conversations!"
Associate Executive Director
American Association of School Administrators
"Crystal, I've been booking speakers for the National Boys & Girls Clubs of America for 15 years. They have told me that you were outstanding at their National Conference last month. In fact, they've informed me that you were the best speaker APB has ever booked (I knew that)!"
Senior Vice-President
American Program Bureau
"...thank you for speaking at the Martin Luther King Observance Program for the city of St. Petersburg, FL. The impact you made on our entire city will forever be remembered."
President
St. Petersburg Metropolitan Section of the
National Council of Negro Women
"Crystal is one of the finest, most on target speakers I have ever had the pleasure to hear. I cried three times. Her words will remain with me."
"I just wanted you to know how much I enjoyed your motivational talk. I think that everyone should have an opportunity to hear you and be inspired. Thanks again!"
5th grade student
"I want to thank you again for kicking off the 1999 NSBA Caucus Program with a personal and professional 'gusto' that was unmatched."
Former Associate Executive Director, NSBA
"We are still receiving phone calls about the dynamism of your speech. Your message resonated to a wide ranging audience and you truly touched the lives and hearts of your listeners."
Silicon Valley Private Industry Council
"Your speech was the best I've ever heard... and I'm pretty good myself. I've enclosed a paper weight for a true heavyweight!"
D-house of Representatives
State of Oklahoma
"Crystal, your presence exemplified power, prestige, beauty, charm, and intelligence. By example, our staff has a sense of empowerment needed to make a difference."
Maryland Leadership Workshops
"Without a doubt, your presentation was one of the best I have heard during my tour of duty..."
Rear Admiral U.S. Navy
Commander Naval Air Warfare Center
Aircraft Division
"What a dynamic speaker! Everyone should here her speak. This is not a road show... she speaks from the heart."
R-Blant, MI
"We will never forget you or the power of your message."
Gen. USAF (Ret.), CEO of USAA
"You were a tremendous success at the Community of Caring National Conference. Your description of the struggles you faced and the obstacles you overcame in your own life was truly inspiring to our entire group. I hope for other occasions for us to benefit from your thoughtful words and deep commitment to young people."
Joseph P. Kennedy Community for Caring Foundation
"Talk with Dr. Crystal Kuykendall for an hour and you start believing that she runs on a different clock to everyone else. The dynamic black American positively defies time. While most people have trouble fitting their busy activities into 24 hours, Dr. Kuykendall seems to grab another 12 from somewhere to achieve some extraordinary goals."
The West Australian
"So you think you have been to dozens of conferences... hundreds of seminars. You probably think that you've seen and heard 'em all. But get ready for Dr. Crystal Kuykendall. If you've never heard her speak before, hold onto your hat and tighten up your shoelaces because Dr. Crystal Kuykendall will knock your socks off."
Florida Vocational Association
"Your book, From Rage to Hope: Strategies for Reclaiming Black and Hispanic Students, is a national best seller, much read and much used. The book has been called a "national treasure" a phrase that could well be applied to you, the author."
President
Lewis & Clark College
Portland, Oregon
