Educational Programs
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"Rhett spoke at our State FFA Convention in May 2008 in front of about 3,000-4,000 people and he got them to be loud and proud about the reason they were there and he got them to be quiet and reflective about what we believe in. Before the convention a teacher told me he wants to see a convention where the audience is more involved. Thankfully Rhett brought that with him. He had the crowd cheering, running up and down stairs and even on stage. He set a high standard for any future key note speakers that will be hard to beat." ~ James Pullman, Washington FFA State President top ^
"I want to tell you how much I appreciated your motivational speech at the SkillsUSA competition. You made me smile, and nod in agreement many times…you reminded me of all the things that I know, deep down inside, on how to live my professional and personal life, but have not been applying. I didn't realize I was in need of recharging, and you provided that! Even our ‘rough and tumble' auto tech and carpentry young men were listening. These are boys from a rural area, and would normally scoff and say, “I don't need to listen to that!” ~ Wisconsin SkillsUSA Advisor top ^
"I really appreciate the tremendous conference you put on for our Indiana FFA members. For me personally, it was the first time nearly all year that I had been able to get in full conference participant mode and really feel like I could associate with the feelings and emotions that other FFA members were going through during the event. I am truly inspired now to keep working as hard I can to actually follow through with the goal setting process you both outlined. I'd say the way the entire conference was presented -- with plenty of upbeat, physical activities combined with a tremendous reflective session -- truly helped both myself and members that may had been a little uneasy about going to an "FFA Conference" get a chance to realize where they are in life and set a solid direction to follow." ~ Geoffrey Miller, Indiana FFA State President top ^
"I don't know that I've ever seen that many high marks from a group of teens!" ~ Patti Rogers, Touchstone Energy Leadership Conference top ^
"Just wanted to say thank you once again for such an oustanding evening. You went above and beyond what I could have asked for. The comments Sunday morning were just overwhelming. I hope to work you again in the near future and if nothing else you inspired me this weekend." ~ Wayne Elder, Oklahoma DeMolay State Workshop Coordinator top ^
"Rhett is full of energy and contagious enthusiasm. He immediately draws in an audience with powerful activities and stories and has an amazing way of relating to everyone. His materials are original, non-threatening, dynamic teaching tools. They address the immediate goals of the event and translate perfectly into “take-home” continuing education." ~ Denise Vaniadis, Union High School Assistant Principal and 1997 National Student Council Advisor of the Year top ^
"It was such a pleasure having you at the Texas State FCCLA Meeting. Thank you for making such a dynamic presentation to our members and having it be such an interactive session. The students really enjoyed the music activity where you played the guitar and had them actively involved. Of course, the message you gave them was just what they needed to hear. You did a great job!" ~ Sharon Pierce, Texas FCCLA State Advisor top ^
"This week we talked about goals. It really made a lot of sense to me because I never really took the time to think about what I wanted or what I want to accomplish. It really allowed me to set goals and standards on how to achieve them. At the end, I found myself thinking of where I will be in the next five years or so and I have really set some realistic goals. It has encouraged me to start planning for my future." ~ Student top ^
“Rhett was very perceptive to each group's individual needs and style. He is an outstanding speaker who was highly motivating! This type of event is very expensive for us, but we feel that we definitely got our money's worth with his wonderful style and presentation. Rhett was very personable and made each person who met him feel that they were a close and personal friend. He definitely has a unique gift and is using his talents to instill a positive influence in our youth. I think this was the best leadership conference we've ever had! I couldn't have been more pleased.” ~ Kaylene Kovach, Riverside Middle School Principal top ^
“I attended your Torchbearer program in Athens. Thank you
so much for what you shared with us. I am a 22-year
veteran teacher who had been considering throwing in the
towel. I left your workshop with a new motivation and a
new determination to fulfill my call as an educator!” ~
Bertha Chatman, Georgia HS Teacher
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“Thank you for sparking my interest in
public speaking. This year, because of my skill and
experience, I was able to deliver a speech at the
Governor's Mansion and the Pentagon. I was also able to
discuss issues in England, as a Powell-Straw Youth
Ambassador”. ~ Michael Goodman, 2004 Oklahoma Student
of the Year
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“I believe Rhett is one of the best
motivational speakers whom we have had at our Alaska state
conferences. I look forward to having him back in our
state.” ~ Arlie Swett, Alaska Student Government State
Advisor
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“THANK YOU for an awesome presentation.
On the evaluations, yours was the top one selected. Based
on the feedback from the Student Leaders Forum, we will do
this again next year!” ~ Sue Saia, Cowley College Dean
of Student Life
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“Rhett has the ability to relate to all
kinds of people. He knows how to pull at heartstrings as
well as to challenge the mind. He is a delightful speaker
and will be an inspiration to your special group.”
~ Bonnie Bowman, Director of Child Nutrition, OKC
Schools
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“Rhett has provided leadership training
for Missouri FCCLA members for several years now. Our
members are always excited when they find out that Rhett
is going to be a presenter. His energetic presentation
style, along with his high standards of excellence,
provides our students with not only a quality motivational
experience, but also an educational one.” ~ Christine
Hollingsworth, Missouri FCCLA State Advisor
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“I just wanted to take the opportunity
to say thanks for your inspirational thoughts and
opinions. I've always been a quiet person and thought of
my self as more of a "follower" rather than a ‘leader.’
Your definition of a leader made me think otherwise.
Thanks for being such a positive influence and a great
role model for the younger generations. I've always wanted
to make a difference in someone's life and I know now that
I do make a difference everyday just by influencing
someone else's thoughts, feelings, or actions. I really
respect people like you who can get up in front of an
audience and tell them your personal life experiences and
talk freely about anything that expresses their feelings.
The world is a better place because of people like you.”
~ Rikki Schneider, H.S. Student, Woodward, Oklahoma
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“On behalf of Durant High School I would
just like to thank you for the wonderful speech that you
gave us at the OSU Leadership Conference. We had three
representatives from our school and we were all three
impressed as well as inspired by what you said. I know I
can be a great influence. I had so much fun in your
presentation because it is so energetic and you presented
it well. So, thank you so very much!” ~ Manette Dixon,
Student, Durant, OK High School
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“Our Student Council heard Rhett Laubach
speak at a Regional Student Council Conference in Dodge
City, Kansas. He was fantastic. We knew right away we
wanted to have him speak to our entire student body at
Haviland High School. Mr. Laubach delivered a very
motivational message to our students at HHS. He involved
everyone. We were all very pleased and I would say and
know our students would agree that most of us have never
heard a more energetic, fun and inspirational speaker. I
highly recommend Rhett Laubach.” ~ Linda Ballard, Stu
Co Sponsor, Haviland, KS High School
“The last three years the Mid-American
Basketball Academy has employed Rhett Laubach as a
featured speaker for athletes entering their senior year
in high school This is an NCAA certified event with very
intense competition. All of the attendees (100 from 25
states) are college basketball prospects. Rhett has been
the most popular and entertaining presenter that we have
provided our participants. . . I recommend Rhett Laubach
to anyone that wants to add excitement and entertainment
to their specific agenda presentation.” ~ Tom Tietze,
Mid-American Basketball Academy President
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“Rhett worked with our students in our
Teen Student Leadership Academy as well as the keynote
speaker for our "At-Risk" conference, and was one of the
best that we have the opportunity to work with and hear
speak. Rhett has great rapport with both teens and adults
and knows how to draw them in to become a part of his
training. I work with presenters from across the nation
and Rhett is outstanding in his field. It is without
hesitation that I would recommend Rhett for your speaking
and training needs.” ~ Tammy Brothers, Program
Director, West Central Indiana Educational Service Center
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“I enthusiastically support Rhett in his
efforts to provide motivational speeches and presentations
to individuals and groups and urge your serious
consideration of him in this regard.” ~ Dr. James
Halligan, Former Oklahoma State University President
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“I want to say thanks to Rhett for
helping me inspire the drive and desire in my chapter
members to pursue anything they want and to increase their
leadership skills. If there is anything I can do to repay
him for the messages and lessons he taught my students, I
will do it.” ~ Katie Thalman, North Summit, Utah FFA
Advisor
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“This last year as Superintendent of
Morrison Schools, I used Rhett for our staff in-service.
As usual he did a tremendous job. The staff was thrilled
and motivated and I was very satisfied.” ~ Dr.
Phil Berkenbile, Oklahoma Career-Tech State Director
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“Rhett does an excellent job of drawing
the audience into his presentation. He is energetic and
holds attention easily. Although the majority of the
audience for this event was teenagers and young adults, I
would recommend Rhett as a speaker to a wide range of
audiences.” ~ Sandra Wheeler, Western Technology Center
Health Science Tech Instructor
“It was great to have presenters who
‘know’ FFA and student organizations. As past state FFA
officers and national leadership conference staff, you
know what appeals to students and how to maximize their
learning potential during a leadership conference. And we
really appreciate your competitive rates so that we can
provide the best leadership and personal development
conference for Nebraska FFA members that is cost
effective.”
~ Donelle Johnson, Nebraska FFA Executive Secretary
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“Rhett and Stewart are wonderful
motivators. They have a lot of energy and enthusiasm in
their delivery. Sometimes it is difficult to motivate and
inspire young people today. Rhett and Stewart know how to
reach them. The students responded well and participated
in many activities that were planned. It was exciting to
watch their enthusiasm developing in our students
throughout the day.” ~ Carrie DeMuth, Chisholm
Trail Technology Center FBLA/PBL Advisor
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“. . .opening session of the 2000
Colorado FFA State Convention. . .he got their attention.
. . He had them on their feet, laughing, clapping, and
participating in interactive activities they were still
doing at our seventh and final session two days later. . .
I highly recommend Mr. Rhett Laubach as a presenter for
any student organization. His professionalism, energy and
commitment to students makes him an excellent choice you
won’t regret.” ~ Ricky Sellers, Colorado FFA
State Advisor
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“I first met Rhett when he was
recommended as a speaker for an assembly program at the
school were I was serving as Director. Rhett mesmerized,
motivated and entertained a group of more than 900
students. Their enthusiasm for him and his presentation
was obvious during his speech by their response and after
his speech by the number of students wanting to talk to
him personally.” ~ Joe Ann Vermillion, Kiamichi
Technology Center (McAlester Campus) Director
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“In September Rhett Laubach spoke to our
student body encouraging them to join their respective
student organization - FBLA, VICA, HERO, or HOSA. To say
that the students, as well as faculty, enjoyed him is a
gross understatement. Rhett has a way of expressing
himself such that when he finished, the students couldn't
wait to get started.”
~ Debra Thompson, Great Plains Technology Center
Activities Coordinator
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“The Success Connection IV Conference
was a huge success. Because of your contribution as a
presenter, conference participants left with new ideas and
great resources.” ~ Renae Lomenick, Oklahoma
School-To-Work Speaker Management Team
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“As Executive Secretary of the Oklahoma
FFA Association, I had the opportunity to work very
closely with Rhett when he served two years as a State FFA
Officer from 1991-1993. . . He can spark a fire and build
self-esteem in a group of young people with the ingenuity
and persuasiveness of a master teacher.” ~ Kent
Boggs, Oklahoma FFA Executive Secretary
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“When a person mentions Rhett Laubach
and Stewart Kennedy to me, two words spring into my head
in an instant - talent and experience. They are an amazing
team that knows how to use their given talent, personal
experiences and energy to touch the lives of young
people.” ~ Christa Morris, American Quarter Horse
Youth Association
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“Your presentations and ideas were a cut
above other speakers. I particularly appreciated your
commitment to students. I observed the way you spoke with
each student, demonstrating a real interest in each
member. You dove into our conference willing to give of
yourself in every aspect of the meeting, not restricting
or defining your job based on a speaker's fee. The
students acquired a CLEAR definition of leadership for
today.”
~ Patricia DiGioia-Laird, New Jersey FCCLA State
Advisor
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“After the first training that included
state officers from each of the ACTE divisions, the state
FCCLA officers requested that we bring Rhett back for our
FCCLA Fall Leadership conference. At these two
conferences, Rhett was very personable and energetic. He
mingled with conference attendees as they came in and
became aware of their names, schools and a little about
various communities throughout the state. This made it
very fun and personable for the students.”
~ Arlou Vance, Utah FCCLA State Advisor
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“Rhett and partners Stewart and Casey
Kennedy presented a three day leadership workshop to the
state Career and Technical Student Organization officers
and then the following week to FCCLA sub-district
officers. The comments from sub-district counselors and
officers were outstanding. Rhett and partners kept the
students enthusiastic and learning the entire time.” ~
Denise Morris, Oklahoma FCCLA State Advisor
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“Rhett is excellent at working with
State FFA Officers to develop and enhance banquet
speeches. Our Indiana State Officers truly enjoyed the
time spent with Rhett!” ~ Stephanie Warner, Indiana FFA
Program Specialist
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“What you taught really hit home. I
learned more in your conference than I have in all the
others combined (and that is a lot of others). You are the
first presenter to ever make the presentation personal.
You learned my name. You used my name. You made it sound
like you cared for me. You also stressed the fact that as
State Officers we can change other people's lives. You not
only taught leadership skills, but indirectly taught life
skills. People skills. Friendship skills. And because of
that, I am eternally grateful. I truly am a different
person. Sweet Chicken baby!”
~ Cameron Beech, Utah DECA State Officer
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“Thank you for an excellent keynote
presentation at the 2003 FCCLA State Leadership
Conference. Your presentation had a positive impact on
both the members and advisors. The participants rated your
session 4.86 out of 5.0 in our summative evaluations.”
~ Donnell Barton, Nevada FCCLA State Advisor
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“Thank you so much for an excellent
workshop with the Wisconsin State FFA Officer team! I
think that you did an excellent job of really addressing
issues that were pertinent to our team and things that are
really going to help us to do a better job throughout the
next half of the year. I was truly impressed by your
excellent preparation and how knowledgeable you were about
the issues we are currently facing!” ~ Laura Hoffelt,
Wisconsin FFA State Officer
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“Thank you for talking with us about
banquet speaking. You built up the confidence I have in my
own speaking by showing me what I have done right and by
showing me some areas that I need to work on to become a
better speaker. By spending the evening with you, I am one
step closer to achieving my goal of becoming an energetic
and engaging speaker!”
~ Jason Clapp, Indiana FFA State Officer
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“If you want a presenter or presentation
that entertains as well as trains, then Rhett Laubach is
the tool you need. Watching Rhett work is like watching a
good movie; you never know what will happen until the very
end.”
~ Franklin L. Davis, South Carolina FFA State Officer
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“I would highly recommend Rhett Laubach
for officer training sessions, career awareness workshops,
and keynote addresses. I have been the State TSA Advisor
for the past ten years and feel Rhett is one of the best
motivational speakers and workshop trainers available
today.” ~ Donovan Bowers, Oklahoma TSA State Advisor
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“I heartily endorse Rhett Laubach as a
keynote speaker or a workshop presenter. He has a variety
of presentations to suit your needs, and can tailor them
to the particular requirements of your audience. Your
choosing Rhett will ensure a successful event, and will
underscore your expertise as a meeting planner.”
~ Joe Carrick, Northeast Vo-Tech Center (South Campus)
Assist. Superintendent
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