Testimonials
"As the organizer, I appreciated the approach that Lori-Ann took with respect to our event. She made us all feel that she was truly there for us at our event and fast become a member of the team. Lori-Ann demonstrated her professionalism by spending time with the organizing team prior to the event to personalize her presentation to our organization and offer suggestions to the set-up to maximize her performance. She gave her time and complete focus to everyone and in the end made us all feel as if we were the ones who were the celebrities!"
Penny Blakely, Regional Research & Planning Co-ordinator, Employment & Immigration
"As an organizing committee we were looking for a speaker to present a topic that would fit well with our conference theme - "The Opportunities and Challenges of Change". Lori-Ann's inspirational keynote Good to Gold: Achieving a Gold Medal Mind was a great fit for our conference, particularly as she touched on overcoming and persevering in the face of adversity. With all of the positive feedback we have received following this event, I would highly recommend Lori-Ann to any organization seeking a speaker."
Kirk Strachan, Group Leader & 2008 ATCO Conference Organizing Committee Chair, ATCO Pipelines
"Lori-Ann's story of her gold medal win was truly inspirational. She encouraged conference participants to build the momentum that allows them to manage, achieve and leverage their successes so they overcome challenges and realize their own victories. The feedback from conference participants was fantastic. The participants felt that Lori-Ann's presentation related to the challenges they face daily and how perseverance & determination would help them build success. I would recommend Lori-Ann Muenzer to any individual or organization seeking a motivational speaker."
JoAnn Kirkland, Owner & President, Kirkland Consulting
"Lori-Ann's presentation provides a gritty look at the struggle of an athlete to achieve the ultimate goal. She opens up her inner life like no one else before her and because of it reveals the heart of a true champion."
Mark Connolly, CBC Sports
"Ms. Lori-Ann Muenzer's story is an inspiration to those who think they cannot achieve greatness, or that they have passed their prime. She is as strong-willed as the steel she rides. Jump on, hang on and enjoy the ride!"
Deb Grey, former MP and author of Never Retreat, Never Explain, Never Apologize
"We're proud that Lori-Ann has shared with Canadians not just the accomplishments that brought her to the pinnacle of her sport, but the obstacles and personal sacrifices that defined her journey. Her story inspires all individuals on their personal road to excellence."
Don Lowry, President & CEO, EPCOR
"The challenge we face each year is coming up with a guest speaker who will not only attract a good crowd but inspire our guests. Lori-Ann fulfilled both of these. Her story inspires you to become a champion in life; how to seek out wellness in mind and body. We all sat on the edge of our seats as she walked us through her Olympic dream one turn at a time. We highly recommend Lori-Ann for your next event."
Linda Warner, Sales and Marketing, Conference Services, University of Alberta
"A powerful speaker, capable of relating her experiences as an Olympic Champion and merging those ideas and concepts into our conference theme. One of the best speakers we have used in the last five years!"
John Windwick, General Manager, ATB Investor Services
"Lori-Ann's presentation was eagerly awaited...judging by the sell-out crowd that we had! Audience members I spoke to after the presentation told me that they found her to be absolutely inspiring and wished that she could have been there longer. No wonder she got a standing ovation! I found her presentation to be fluid and engaging and of real value to the listener."
Alexandria Favret, Managing Director, Edmonton Chapter, eWomenNetwork
"The delegate feedback and event evaluations were filled with rave reviews and many commented they were truly honoured to meet an Olympic Gold Medalist. Your message was captivating, awe-inspiring and very motivating. You left the audience entertained and more positive about themselves and the effect they can have on their profession.""
Tracy Dalzell-Heise, Partner, TL2 Project & Event Management
"It is indeed an inspiration to hear from someone who has achieved the highest level of success in her field of endeavour and who credits so many other people for their inspiration and support as key to their success. You are not only an Olympic champion but also a true representative of the spirit of Canada by respecting the importance of cooperation and support for each other."
Ben Kawaguchi, Executive Director, The Carma Centre for Excellence
"Lori-Ann's dedication to pursue success motivates me to continue along my preferred cycle path in life."
Claire Stock, P.Eng., Senior Engineer - Transportation Department, City of Edmonton
"Lori-Ann's presentation was awesome! She highlighted her personal accomplishments in a factual and humourous way that was really quite spellbinding. Her message of personal sacrifice, intensity of effort, perseverance and focus was inspiring. "
Bill Buckham, Retired Brigadier-General, Air Force Rotary Club of Edmonton West