Kay Frances, MBA Motivational Humorist Testimonials "One of the comments I heard over and over was how you tailored your presentation to our organizations and personalized it for us in such a humorous and realistic way!...I believe it would be safe for me to speak for the almost 400 people who showed their appreciation with the STANDING ovation they gave you." Debbi Frantz, Conference Planning Board Association of Career Technical Education * * * * * "You wowed 'em! Our attendees have been emailing, calling and writing me for the past two weeks saying how much they enjoyed your presentation..." Rebecca Thompson, Forum Coordinator National Association of Women in Construction * * * * * "Thanks for bringing our Chamber of Commerce Executives of Ohio Winter Conference to a hilarious conclusion...very well done, and inspiring for sure!" James S. Coons, Executive Director * * * * * "Kay Frances exceeded our expectations by providing a presentation that leveraged learning through laughter...Our goal to boost staff morale, while conveying beneficial truths for better coping was accomplished through the remarkable talent of Kay Frances-- she is irrefutably a professional humorist with a knack for relating to her audience." Melanie Mergler Washington-Centerville Public Library * * * * * "Your presentation was so motivating and empowering that attendees are still discussing your compelling humor and hilarious actions." Joe Fazek, CEO Barberton South-Summit Chamber of Commerce * * * * * "Our Planning Committee asked me to tell you how impressive you are as a superbly talented professional...Your delightful way of presenting important content in a entertaining and inspiring way makes the material memorable." Stephen H. Wilson, MA, CSP Stephen H. Wilson Scholarship Fund Workshop * * * * * "Kay's presentation was light-hearted, funny and articulate.  The audience loved her as she explained why laughter is such an important tool for stress relief and how that fits into over-all good health. It was very easy to relate her anecdotes to our own lives." Barb Bowman, Community Education Services Clinton Memorial Hospital * * * * * "She was outstanding in her presentation...The evaluations of Kay Frances' speech to our district were absolutely stellar... a great humorous and motivational speaker." Daniel W. Roberts, Superintendent Miami Trace Local School District * * * * * "You helped make it one of the best banquets we have ever sponsored. Your high energy was contagious...It's truly nice to know that there are wonderful, positive, uplifting, encouraging and inspiring people like you in this world. " Dennis McMickens, President Safety Council of Northwest Ohio * * * * * "I've had tons of phone calls commenting on how much everyone enjoyed listening to you and laughing until they cried." Margie A. Karl, Meeting Planner Heart of Ohio IAAP * * * * * "After a day of intense and sometimes gloomy industry information, Kay's presentation was a very welcome and enjoyable ending to the program." Dianne Farabi, Executive Director Ohio Orthotics and Prosthetics Association * * * * * "The Brown County Administrator's Retreat certainly ended on a very positive and upbeat note because of you!...It is without reservation that I can recommend you to any group of educators!" Robyn E. Tore, School Improvement Supervisor Brown County Educational Service Center * * * * * "I would highly recommend Kay. Her presentation was thoroughly enjoyable and also very informative." Greg Edinger, Principal EHOVE Career Center * * * * * "Wow...you are terrific!!! I'm still hearing wonderful things about you..." Karen Haley, President WCC Chamber of Commerce * * * * * "Your presentation was well done, and I have received many positive comments from the staff.  Your presentation was a great way to end our inservice on a positive yet thoughtful note." John A. Tooley, Superintendent Wayne County Board of MR/DD * * * * * "Your presentation was a delight!  We wouldn't have believed that a lunch hour could give us so many belly laughs and still fulfill the purpose of helping to manage our everyday stress.  It's not everyday that we can be truly entertained by a professional and still take away useful information that can be used at work and in our personal lives." Lois F. Rembert, President Tuscarawas County Chamber of Commerce * * * * * "Kay was not only funny but inspiring!" Susan Rutkowski, Past President Association of Career Technical Education * * * * * "Your presentation was an excellent addition to our traditional repertoire and brought a fresh, new perspective to the importance of laughter in our lives. We wanted to share some of the excellent comments we received in regards to your presentation: 'She was great! A nice change on typical topics. Very lighthearted and uplifting.' 'Best yet - very personable. Gave me something to think about.' 'Let's invite Kay back sometime!' "It was truly a pleasure to have you join us and we hope to be able to partner with you again in the future." Joe Reich, Chair, Board of Directors Dayton/Miami Valley Safety Council * * * * * "Thank you again for providing such a delightful show at our Awards Dinner.  We received several comments that this year's event was the best ever! I also solicited the board for comments as well: 'Great presentation, kept the crowd interested and made it personal'' 'Very good - enjoyed the program, one of the best guest speakers we have booked!' 'Excellent' 'Outstanding! Found to be very informative and enjoyable' 'Very funny lady!  Kept the audience laughing all evening'" Elaine Lister American Red Cross * * * * * "I saw people laughing that I've never seen laugh before!  Everyone that has talked with me, and some follow up e-mails, have said how much they liked your presentation." Phyllis Mason, Director of Human Resources University of Rio Grande * * * * * "Thank you so much for presenting 'Laugh...Just For The Health Of It!' as part of our Administrative Professionals Day event. We have been sponsoring this event for many years, and this was truly one of the very best." Mary Jo Ferda The Ohio State University at Lima * * * * * "Approximately 90% of our survey respondents rated your program as excellent. These results are outstanding and I couldn't be happier about them." Jennifer Kadel Dayton Metro Library * * * * * "... Her stories were  relevant and humorous.  The audience loved them!  The group felt comfortable joining in the fun and Kay was quick to include them.  Many of our group liked her so well they will be contacting her for future events.  Wanting to hear more of her stories is the highest endorsement possible!" Linda Bach, Education & Safety Coordinator Allied Construction Industries * * * * * "Karl Wilson, our superintendent, stated that the presentation was 'perfect, just what we needed to start the year'...Your humor effectively addressed important issues and allowed us to reexamine our priorities and refocus our energy toward positively impacting our students." Michael Shellabarger, Director Upper Valley Joint Vocational School * * * * * "I thought you might like a little feedback. Your overall program rating was 'excellent' and we received comments like, 'great', 'excellent' and 'she was the greatest!' I will recommend you for other events." Marsha E. Bevins, Safety and Security Manager Mill's Pride * * * * * "You helped to make our meeting the best ever!  Your ability to share your story, make us think and at the same time make us laugh provided something for everyone!...Your presentation reminded all of us what is important and what is not (like stressing about everything)." Julie Smolenski, President Columbus Business and Professional Women * * * * * "Everyone is still talking about your hilarious presentation...you are not only funny, but also sincere and speak straight from the heart. Your passion for what you do is contagious." Kelli Kitchen, Physical Director Clinton County Family YMCA * * * * * "I just wanted to let you know how much our staff enjoyed your presentation. I wanted to pass along some of the comments the teachers have shared with me: 'Just when you thought the funny was over, she'd hit us with another one.' 'That was just what I needed to hear this morning.' 'I laughed so much my sides hurt.' " Beverly Walkden, Curriculum Supervisor Greeneview Local Schools * * * * * "Kay was very well prepared and helped our employees learn and laugh at the same time.  I would highly recommend her for any similar programs.  Her performance as our opening speaker was a great mix of real life humor, audience participation and dealing with stress in our everyday lives through a little laughter." Ed Blohm, Director of Human Resources Wilmington City Schools * * * * * "You connected with the audience in a way that we could recognize ourselves in your humor.  I will happily recommend you to any organization that needs a pick-me-up.  Your light-hearted speech was the perfect after-dinner treat to set the celebratory tone for our banquet." Cherie Cooper-Darragh, Executive Director The Franklin Area Chamber of Commerce * * * * * "You are wonderful! Thanks to you, the Humor Workshop was a huge success!" Lenore Schneiderman, Health Programs Coordinator Columbus State Community College * * * * * "Thank you, Kay. Everyone loved you.  We are still laughing." Jill R. Becker,  Vice President Member Services Tuscarawas County  Chamber of Commerce * * * * * “Really great to have a female comedian put on a superb show. Make sure to get a hold of this comedian. Definitely a comedian not to be missed.” National Association  for Campus Activities "Artist Performance Report" * * * * * “She ad libs a lot, really enjoys herself out there, and the audience loves her." OHIO Magazine