Audience Reviews

“Thank you for one of the most passionate presentations I have ever been part of!  You are not only a fantastic presenter, but also one of the most sincerely powerful communicators ever!  I love your casual, conversational style of “working the room” and getting people involved. 

You are obviously gifted (and blessed) and are so willing to share your knowledge and experience with us.”

Bob Turel

DISTINGUISHED TOASTMASTER, ICF TAMPA BAY

 

“Denise delivered an excellent program on marketing and building your coaching business by speaking to our ICF chapter.  Her passion and commitment to creating a big impact were evident throughout. 

Denise is a natural speaker.  She had a beautiful mix of content and participation, and connected easily with everyone in the audience, no matter what their level of experience.  She was generous in sharing her knowledge and answering questions throughout.

Denise was also such a joy to work with and customized her presentation to fit the needs of our group.  Our members gave Denise high reviews, and I highly recommend her as a speaker and coach.”

Julia Mattern

PROGRAM CHAIR, ICF-INDIANAPOLIS

“I heard Denise speak at the Financial Girls Club a couple of years ago.  I typically go into these events a little skeptical and prepared to be bored, or at least uninterested.  Boy, was I surprised!  Denise was very dynamic and drew me in before I could stop myself!”

Rachel L. Hurst

FINANCIAL IMPROVEMENT GIRLS CLUB, KNOXVILLE, TN

“As President of the National Association of Women Business Owners Atlanta (NAWBO Atlanta), I highly recommend Denise Hedges as a speaker for groups and events.  Denise spoke to our group of women entrepreneurs, and she was a big hit!  Our members could really relate to her message and loved her enthusiasm and confidence.  All of us left the event feeling empowered to grow our businesses.  We can’t wait to have Denise come back to speak again next year!”

Andrea G. Borden

PRESIDENT, NAWBO ATLANTA

“Thank you … Thank you … Thank you, Denise…

You were superb! 

You were one of our BEST speakers in the two years that I’ve been Program Chair.”

Larry Wynn

PROGRAM CHAIR, SAN ANTONIO PROFESSIONAL COACHES

“It’s so difficult to connect with women of various ages, backgrounds, and experiences and be able to make an impact.  Denise was able to do just that at our annual Every Woman Event with more than 1,000 women in attendance.  The women felt like she was talking just to them.  Everyone present opened their hearts and minds and started thinking of ways to reshape their lives.  Weeks after the event, I still had women throughout the community approach me and share how their lives were touched by her message.”

Gina D. Turcotte

GREENVILLE HOSPITAL, GREENVILLE, SC

 

“Denise Hedges is an extraordinary presenter who immediately grabs the attention of her audience. With clarity, humor, and compassion, Denise provides information that adds value to the coaching practice of each participant. 

Denise’s workshop for ICF-NJ was so timely and practical that I was able to put my learning into action the very next day – with immediate success!”

Jamie Sussel Turner

PROGRAM CHAIR, ICF NJ

“Denise has an innate ability to connect with and inspire women through her own personal experiences, professional training and, most importantly, her ability to engender trust and radiate love.”

Kathryn McConnell

HENDERSONVILLE, NC

“The room was packed and noisy, but as soon as Denise Hedges started her presentation the atmosphere quickly changed to one of rapt attention. There was a charge of electricity in the air … Denise really sent out a spark that people responded to!

At the end of the presentation, people felt as though they had been given a true gift from Denise, a gift because she delivered more than was promised. The presentation wasn’t just an inside scoop, it was a clear, step-by-step process for exactly how to build your business by speaking … not about how, actually how-to. People were very excited and pleased with the presentation. I hope to have Denise back for a future presentation on one of her many other topics.  I’m sure they would be just as powerful!”

Karen Karsten

PROGRAM CHAIR, ICF MINNESOTA

“Thank you for your keynote presentation at our NAWBO Wichita Annual Meeting and for facilitating our annual retreat.  To say we were pleased is a huge understatement!

You were a smash hit with the audience!  I was amazed at how many positive comments were made about you and your expertise.  One of our members shared that she ‘could have listened to you for days!’   Still another member said, ‘the information Denise provided was just what we needed … not a word was wasted.’  We’d recommend you highly and know that other women groups would benefit from your work!”

R. Lee Gray

PROGRAM CHAIR, NAWBO WICHITA AREA

“I had the privilege and pleasure to meet Ms. Hedges a few years ago.  I remember the first time I heard her presentation I was amazed! I have also had the privilege to speak with Denise on a 1:1 basis.  She has a charismatic personality and caring attitude that makes you feel like you are the only person in the world. 

Denise is a dynamic speaker.  She has the ability to capture attention of all audiences.  She goes out of her way to assist individuals/groups to reach their maximum potential.  The world would be a better place if there were more people like Denise Hedges.”

Pam Basil

PROGRAM CHAIR, ICF COLUMBUS

“I love your “realistic” presentation style and info – not all about hype, and smoke and mirrors.  You come to this training as a real Coach, too, when there are so many what I call small-c coaches out there calling what they do coaching, and it isn’t … at all!”

Dolly Garlo, RN, JD, BCC

DIRECT PAY WEBINAR PARTICIPANT

“Denise was a wonderful speaker!  I’ve been coaching for almost ten years, and have been to many professional development offerings.  In terms of helpful, practical advice on how to market yourself and really build your business, Denise was far and away the best!”

Ann Betz

MINNESOTA COACHES ASSOCIATION

“Dynamic … Interactive … Invigorating

Denise spoke at our networking event and the women business owners who attended were enthralled and hanging on each and every word!  Denise truly knows sales and marketing.  She understands what women in business need not only to survive, but thrive. 

My members have asked that Denise come back to speak again, and I highly recommend her!”

Angela Thell

MANAGING DIRECTOR, eWOMAN NETWORK PHILADELPHIA

“We invited Denise Hedges to be one of the faculty members at our Morris University conference, a full-day business education event.  Immediately, we knew Denise was special!  She embraced her workshop audience and we felt as though we had been invited to her home office.  She spoke to each one of us – not “at” us – and we felt a genuine connection.  And we greatly benefited from loads of practical business advice we can implement immediately.
 
Denise is generous in offering her years of expertise in a helpful, conversational manner.  We hosted many facilitators that day.  Denise remains at the top of our list of experts we’ll invite back to be a keynote speaker at future events!”

Susana Fonticoba

PRESIDENT, NJ ASS. OF WOMEN BUSINESS OWNERS, MORRIS, NJ

“Denise’s presentation to our ICF chapter was outstanding.  Our coaches can’t stop talking about it!  During the meeting, questions came from brand new coaches to seasoned coaches alike, proving that what she offers is absolutely relevant at any point in a business lifecycle.  Denise shared a powerful, clear process with us and shared so much of herself along the way.  I have no doubt that my colleagues and I will start seeing a difference in our businesses very quickly because of our time together.  Thank you Denise!”

Laura Neff

PRESIDENT, ICF CHARLOTTE, NC AREA CHAPTER

“Denise delivers her message with enthusiasm, matching real life experiences with techniques that can be implemented immediately.  Denise is a joy to work with, bringing a polished product and requiring very little resources from our group.  She inspired many of us to take a look at what we really want in life and provided guidance on the steps to get there.  We’re so thrilled that Denise came to speak to our group, and would gladly recommend her as a speaker to any other organization looking to motivate their members.”

Amy Knowles-Jones

AMERICAN WOMEN’S SOCIETY OF CPA’S, ATLANTA, GA

“Denise worked with me prior to the event to shape her presentation to the needs and interests of the group.  She actively engaged the women and created a very positive atmosphere.  Her delivery was excellent.  Our group has had many speakers over the years, but she was the first to energize us, so much so that about half of the group stayed late to get a chance to talk to her individually, and this was at a lunch meeting!  I’ve had many of the women ask to have her back for another presentation.”

Laurel Bowen

BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL WOMEN, KNOXVILLE, TN