Speakers For Life - Testimonials




		“Your talk on cancer survivorship should be an absolute ‘must’ for every woman —and man—over the age of 21. In 30 minutes, you provided more insight —and offered more hope—than I ever thought possible.” Lovell Jones, Ph.D Co-Founder, Intercultural Cancer Council Director, Center for Research on Minority Health M.D. Anderson Cancer Center Houston, Texas “I thank you so much for being a part of our 2nd annual Cancer Survivors Day event. I am very grateful for your presentations and received numerous positive comments from those in attendance. Even today, I am being stopped by people who came and enjoyed your message. You both have such a balance of warmth and professionalism.” Tracy Borgmeyer, LCSW Chair, Planning Committee St. John’s Regional Medical Center Joplin, Missouri “I have had the privilege of hearing you speak on three separate occasions and sponsoring you once, and your message moves me each time I hear you. Please also extend my appreciation to your wonderful husband who did an outstanding job speaking on survivorship from a spouse’s perspective. I found his message to be inspirational and his delivery excellent.” Jennifer B. Johnson Clinical Oncology Specialist Genentech BioOncology Jacksonville, Florida “Bobbi, you and Jerry are captivating when you're speaking. I was either laughing my head off or wiping the tears away. The dynamic duo for sure!!!!” Sara Williams, MA Recruitment Coordinator The Sister Study, Breast Cancer Research National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences Durham, North Carolina “Bobbi and Jerry provide a message of hope and a realistic expectation for living a fruitful life despite the difficulties of dealing with cancer.” Max Nichols, Columnist The Journal Record Oklahoma City, Oklahoma “Your presentation was certainly an inspiration, verified by the standing ovation, applause and tearful hugs at its conclusion. I know you had some concerns in presenting in English and Spanish, but it results in a powerful message for all attendees. I know you could repeat the same presentation in any other language now.” Karen R. Stephenson Director, Oncology Services Palmetto General Hospital Hialeah, Florida “The ‘feedback’ we have received has been an overwhelmingly positive response to your presentation. You both had heartfelt wisdom to share; we thank you ever so much!” Linda F. Brown Symposium Coordinator MeritCare Roger Maris Cancer Center Fargo, North Dakota “There aren’t enough words to tell you what an impact you have made in the lives of Hispanic women in the San Luis Valley.” Jean Bruscia District Director American Cancer Society Alamosa, Colorado “You superbly educated all of us about the statistics, the detection, and the treatment of cancer. But perhaps more importantly, you presented this information in a way that only a survivor can—you give breast cancer its face. And you do it with commitment, courage and humor. A whole chapter on cancer in the textbook pales in comparison to the authoritative, passionate, and yet upbeat wisdom with which you graced our classroom.” Paula J. Thompson, Ph. D. Professor of Natural Sciences Jacksonville, Florida “I look forward to the possibility of having you return to Boise in the future. I feel strongly that your message is one that deserves to be championed.” Judy Olson Director, St. Luke’s MISTI Breast Care Services Boise, Idaho “Bobbi’s remarks were inspiring, poignant and humorous. For many, she was the highlight of the conference. Her depth of experience with many phases of cancer makes her a wonderful spokesperson for all types of audiences: from those who have had only a professional involvement with cancer, to survivors, to the lay public in general.” Anne Wylie Weiher State Coordinator Colorado Breast Cancer Coalition Denver, Colorado Media Interviews and Articles Guests on English and French television Vancouver, British Columbia Moderator/Host, American Cancer Society's Cancer Survivor Network webcasts Feature story, Galleria Section Miami Herald, Miami, Florida Feature story, The Journal Record Oklahoma City, Oklahoma PBS Documentary, “The Breast Care Test,” hosted by Jane Pauley Guests on the Morning Drive radio show Salt Lake City, Utah Feature story, Deseret News Salt Lake City, Utah Feature article, Sheridan County News Plentywood, Montana Morning Show, KLTZ Radio Glasgow, Montana Feature article, River Run News Nashua, Montana Feature article in CURE Magazine Guests on National Public Radio Health Beat Plattsburgh, New York Featured guests, Fox TV news story Fargo, North Dakota Feature story, Lake City Reporter Lake City, Florida Feature television story on “Profiles” Yuba City, California Morning Show, KATQ Radio Plentywood, Montana Feature story, Valley Courier Alamosa, Colorado Articles Published: Coping Magazine Closing the Gap, Publication of the Office of Minority Health, Washington, D. C. Mundo Latino Bobbi and Jerry are very experienced in working with print and electronic media and would be happy to lend their expertise to help publicize your event. In addition to the various media features listed, their book, Tears of Joy, is now in its second printing and is also available in Spanish. They would be very happy to include a book signing as part of your event.