Testimonials II
President, SOS Cleaning, Saskatchewan, Canada
“I have viewed the video. It was enlightening. But this presentation was beyond anything I imagined. It was awesome.”
“What an amazing treat it was for all of us to have you at Oglethorpe! Thank you so very much. It was a spectacular conclusion to our semester.” --Lawrence Schall, JD, Ed.D, President, Oglethorpe University“A masterful performance.” --Frank E. Evans, CEO, Triton Management Group
“I felt that Mr. Griessman accomplished what many speakers have trouble with in presenting an informative speech. He drew all the attendees in and had them at an intimate level, where they wanted to listen. He offered a humorous, yet extremely informative speech with a depth of knowledge into President Lincoln’s life, and possibly emotions; his presentation was down to a science.”
“Your accent, look, and demeanor were so lifelike and similar to Abraham Lincoln, I felt like Abe Lincoln was in the room.”
--Becky Catino, President. Security National Automotive Acceptance Corp.
“As a history-degree holder as well as a business person, this was a huge treat. The best way to describe it is with a 7-letter word: A-W-E-S-O-M-E! --Stephanie Rhodes, HR Manager, Dunn Building Company
“A must see. Fantastic presentation; good stories and humor to keep attention.” Casimir Barczyk, Purdue University
“Excellent. Something for each attendee—whether director or spouse, etc. Thoughts that will enrich and edify each of us. --Earlie Brady, Director, RTMC
“I don’t know if I have ever heard anything as inspiring.” Bill Crook, teacher and coach, Chatham Central High School (N.C.)“I am still amazed at how silent that room filled with 485 people remained through your presentation. You could hear a pin drop!”—M. Barnett. University of Richmond
“Having seen you a number of times and having watched my tapes of you…something occurred to me yesterday as we were driving home from your performance at the Carter Presidential Library. You—as I have said before—wrap yourself in the essence of Lincoln. More than that—and this is what came to me—you have evolved into a national treasure.”
--Dick Freeman, President (retired), Webstorm Design
“Dr. Griessman’s portrayal of Lincoln was funny, charming, humbling, insightful, touching relevant, and powerful. It was especially relevant to our current times and increasing diversity.” --Richard Grayton, DPM
“The ‘in character’ portion of the talk was riveting. Gene Griessman is Abraham Lincoln. It was a very moving experience.”
--Peter Buchanan, chairman, TEC Canada, Toronto
“The inspirational comments were wonderful. The special effects were phenomenal. I cried as you told about Lincoln’s death.”
--Patricia Schickler, teacher
”The conference was a hit. I believe you touched people in many different ways both as Lincoln and as Dr. Griessman. I have no doubt everyone left the conference yesterday with something they will do to become a better leader. Thanks for making us better people and leaders. I continue to receive nothing but positive comments about the program that you provided.”
--Patrick Craig, Chief U.S. Probation Officer--U.S. Probation Office-Kentucky Western
“The ‘Language of Leadership”’ (the seminar following the Lincoln presentation) conveys an enormous amount of social psychology in an easy-to-absorb and practical manner.” --John Hughes, Assistant Director, U.S. Courts
“Thank you for the delivery of a great program to the men of Buckhead 50. Your style and your subject matter will be a super memory to the members of our group. Everyone was held to their seats.” --Michael E. Moore, Rainmaker and Chief Storyteller, Buckhead LLC
“Your portrayal of Lincoln was compelling and inspiring. For me, the notion that Lincoln achieved his greatest success in just seven years of his life lends courage and commitment to the work I do with my Vistage members.” --Louis Allegra, Director, Vistage, Lexington, Kentucky
“Dr. Griessman’s portrayal of Lincoln was funny, charming, humbling, insightful, touching, relevant, and powerful. It was especially relevant to our current times.” Richard J. Grayson, DPM, Avon, Connecticut“Great, great, material. You have done the world a remarkable job by taking on the task of educating us all on Lincoln and much more.” --Dale Boozer, President, Eastland Company, Inc.
"In my 25 years of booking guest speakers, I have never been held captive by every word and point being made by anyone to the degree I was during your presentation. To say that the audience was spellbound would certainly be an underestimation; people were emotionally involved in what you were saying....Our group, especially at 8:00 a.m. is normally tough to please--but their standing ovation at the conclusion of your presentation surely speaks for itself!"--Paula D. Graber, Vice President, Communication, Forest Lawn Memorial Parks & Mortuaries
"It would be an understatement to say that you were the hit of the conference... My personal thanks for making the programming committee and myself look like geniuses."--Marty Ford, President, New England Association for Cooperative Education and Field Experience
"On behalf of Retail Merchants of Hawaii, I want to thank you formally for your dedicated effort to make our legislative dinner party a resounding success. People were still high from the evening the next day. And then you "wowed" them again. The workshop got rave reviews and again gave us a tremendous boost in our credibility."--Jan Berman, Executive Director, Retail Merchants of Hawaii
"As always, your stimulating and thought provoking presentations during our annual conference in Phoenix were outstanding, spectacular, terrific, and absolutely fabulous. Your were right on target. I hope you will remain a part of Trailways’ future--I need you."--Gale Clarke Ellsworth, President, Trailways
"It was indeed a pleasure having you aboard the "Monarch of the Seas." We have had nothing but praise for your contribution to our annual convention. You motivated and inspired a group of sales professionals who are always thirsty for new knowledge. The added value to London Pacific was your willingness to socialize and spend personal time with our participants. This was the first time that we had invited an outside speaker to a company convention. This was a leap of faith on my part, but it was the right time and you were the right person to inaugurate this new tradition for our company."--Charlotte M. Stott, Vice- President/Marketing London Pacific Life & Annuity
"Our speaker last year was a "bunt," but based on the response and involvement from our people, you were a definite "home run." Your Lincoln portrayal really captured the attention of the group and was very moving as well as humorous. I have heard nothing but great praise for the presentation."--Lynn Graham, President/CEO IKON Document Services
"Your Abraham Lincoln performance was simply fantastic. All the students expressed their gratitude toward NationsBank for sponsoring the event. I believe the professors were equally impressed. The standing ovation at the conclusion tipped me off." --Michael A. Harris, NationsBank
“The rave reviews are still coming in from our managers about your Lincoln presentation. As you know, all our senior managers in the region attended the conference. Also we had our national management team from Washington, D.C. The only thing they have in common is they are not easily impressed....Your “Lincoln” evoked universal praise with many commenting that they would love to have you again next year. I was particularly impressed with my meeting with you before the conference. You asked what themes or impressions I would like conveyed to my management team. You drew upon your expansive knowledge of Lincoln to artfully convey these themes and impressions....You have melded your knowledge of management principles with a superb acting ability and in so doing you captivate the hearts and imaginations of all who are privileged to see you. You were Lincoln, and we listened to you with no less awe and reverence. Bravo!”-
--Henry G. Watkins, Chief Judge, Southern Region, Office of Hearings and Appeals, Social Security Administration
"The comments and letters we received have been unbelievably complimentary on your participation at our recent wallcovering conference in Baltimore, Maryland."
--W. Michael Glynn, Chairman, Wallcovering Association
"The first time I heard you speak, I was held spell-bound and the rest of that day, I walked a few feet taller because of your words. So when we needed a keynote speaker for our "Nonprofit Summit at Chautauqua," yours was the first name out of my mouth. Even though my colleagues trusted my judgment, I held my breath...because they are very selective and would settle for only the best. And YOU did not disappoint us. They didn’t hesitate for one minute to tell me that they were just as delighted about you as I was. You were the hit of the conference. And people are still talking. They will not forget Gene Griessman. Thank you for being part of us for the weekend and for being the kind of professional that all of America can be proud of."
--Fern Koch, Senior Vice President, Non-Profit Management Center, Buffalo, NY"Your morning session on "Lessons Learned from High Achievers" drew high praise and the Lincoln portrayal in the afternoon was the highlight of the day for all who attended. You ability to take the Lexmark Vision and Values and blend them into both programs was especially effective. Not only was the day a real treat, it was also a genuine pleasure working with you over the last few weeks. No matter where your travels took you, I could always depend on a prompt response to any question I had. This, coupled with your excellent recommendations, made the planning process go extremely well."
--Jack L. Cook, Jr. Lexmark Site Education, Lexmark"The group was really with you. You could hear a pin drop and they were really glued to every word that you said."--John R. Keenan, CLU, CPCU, Chief Executive Officer, Keenan & Associates
"You were universally regarded at the VERY BEST speaker who has ever addressed our group for as long as anyone can remember. Your remarks were timely, informative, inspirational, and uplifting."
--Robert J. Miller, CFRE, President, Robert J. Miller & Associates, Inc."I can’t tell you how many positive comments I received from our customers and business associates. You were inspiring and challenged each of us to become better at what we do."
--Thomas J. Smith Chief Executive Officer, Coats North America
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