Opening Minds and Touching Hearts It’s taken Kari Dunlop several years to discover the Glinda Girl inside herself.  Kari has always had a love of great stories, evident from the time she was a child. At the age of six, she moved up the grade one reading ladder at an exceptional pace. Over the next few years, she read every biography she could get her little hands on. “I counted the days until the bookmobile’s next visit. The sense of inspiration I experienced when I read these true-life, personal accounts was destined to lead me somewhere special.” Eventually it did. By the time she reached...

“Pick a place and make a difference” Hannah Montana, lip gloss, recess and saving the world. So when exactly was the last time that you met a seven year-old that pursued all of the above? Meet Kendra Gerlitz, our seven-year old “real little woman” from Sylvan Lake. Described by her mother as a beautiful and strong spirit, Kendra’s humanitarian actions have motivated young and old alike to “pick a place and make a difference.” Here is how she is doing it.  The Kenibear Project The Kenibear Project began as a church service project focused on Rwanda and motivated by a realization that...

A dynamic speaker and “fun” … Kept all of us on our toes keeping up. No room for napping in the program! You are well prepared – well informed – witty – fun – engaging – charming – and speak from your heart. It is always a pleasure listening to you. Thank you – please continue to keep us women informed. ~ C. Rodway

Thanks for an amazing conference.  I cannot tell you what it meant. Hearing other stories reminded me, my life is not so bad.  And  the “I am…” and “I am successful” statements, it reminded me that I have a lot of success in my life.  I have a great life…. this is my time to do things for me.  And work on my goals. You rocked. ~ C. Rallison

Thank you so much for your wonderful presentation at the Women’s Conference. It was not only inspirational and motivational – it was honest and from the heart. Thanks for making a difference in the world! ~ C. Jensen

I just wanted to say thank you for the insightful presentation. The work you do is very important to us everyday women. I also wanted to say that I appreciate the honesty which you shared with us. It is inspiring to know we can be on the edge and find our way back and flourish as you have. Thanks for all you did for us. ~ Emily Breton

I have never heard a speaker so eloquently integrate the influences of pop culture and politics! Please continue to write and teach! Women of all ages need your refreshing, frank perspectives. I applaud you for your spirit and courage. ~ Councillor Linda Sloan, City of Edmonton

Jeepers, I sorta feel like a dud. I discovered today that I have been forever immortalized in print as saying, “I’m going to kick some ass!” (in fundraising, just to clarify) I attended Friday’s press conference for the Alzheimer’s Society of Central Alberta’s annual Fundraising Gala. I met some lovely people, including other local public personalities who will be working the event. We had a few pictures taken for promotional purposes and will do our best to help out. It was meant as a light-hearted joke. The person recording my whopping 30 second interview...

Tools for Taping the Mouth Shut on Your Inner Critic CROWD FAVOURITE One line description: We are powerfully conditioned starting from the moment we enter this world. Did you know that all the messages that we have absorbed have created our beliefs and influence our thinking? This happens whether you are aware of it or not. Is it possible that a constant running internal commentary preventing you from enjoying your life? This session names the five basic inner critics that plague our thinking and offers tools for overcoming those limiting beliefs, exercises for recognizing and honouring ...

You’re More Successful Than You Know CROWD FAVOURITE One line description: Women often decide thier worth in comparison to the unrealistic standard of what media says a successful woman should look like. Current pop culture has women (and girls!) all but convinced that what makes a woman valuable is the whiteness of her teeth, the size of her pants and the perkiness of her boobs - before relationships, before brains, before contribution. Thjs session provides a roller coaster of images and messages and an inspiring look into how amazing women really are. This session is a great way...