Patty Hendrickson Motivational Speaker from La Crosse, WI

Patty Hendrickson works with organizations that want to grow leaders and with people who want more out of life. Her high-energy and interactive programs engage audiences from start to finish. With inspirational stories, relevant content and purposeful audience interaction, Patty engages audiences to both hear and feel her message. Since 1987 Patty has shared her enthusiastic message with more than a million people. Over 90% of her clientele is repeat and referral. Patty shares programs from 45-minute keynotes to 2 full days of leadership training. Yes, she has a lot of content! Patty has a unique approach to speaking. She practices Pre-Care, Live-Care, and After-Care to customize her programs. Pre-Care = She reaches out to several attendees before the program to get their input. She tailors her message to meet their needs and speak their language. Live-Care = She delivers a high-energy, purposeful program where people get involved in the content and audience members enjoy the camaraderie. After-Care = She creates touch points after the program to keep the message alive long after the session is over. Patty has a Masters of Business Administration; is a seasoned association leader; is a Past President of the National Speakers Association - Wisconsin Chapter; and is the author of many leadership resources including the inspirational book, now in its fifth printing, called Who I Am Depends on Me! Patty has earned the prestigious designation of Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) given to less than 800 people in the World. Popular Titles and Themes: Getting Beyond The Busy -- How to Build Your Leadership Legacy Fingerprints of Leadership - What's Your Legacy? What's Your Motivation? - Matching People & Passions Building Teams To Get Traction & Build Momentum Favorite Programs -- Patty loves to . . . **Share the kick-off or closing keynote with 40 -250 people sitting at round tables seating eight people for a 90-minute session. At the end of the session audience members often share comments such as "I've worked with and seen these people, but today is the first day I got to know them;" "It was so nice to work with people I don't usually have a chance to talk to;" and "I'm amazed at how much fun I had. The time went so fast. I'm excited to reconnect with my table team." **Facilitate a team or board leadership retreat. She works with teams to quickly get acquainted and start building trust. It's an interactive experience for the team to get traction and start to build momentum. **Partner with groups who are looking to do a little something different. When people come together for a "live" event we need to work hard to create an outstanding attendee experience. Her repeat and referral clientele know she is comfortable setting the bar high to create something exceptional.