Speaker, Author, Consultant

Zig Ziglar Says

What Audiences are Saying About Devon Hansen

“You brought life to our anger! Thank you for sharing your heart, your charisma, your experience. We were richly blessed to have you hear and touch our hearts. You were wonderful! You were able to reach out and be one with the suffering souls here!” – Sister Susan Santos and Survivors of Oklahoma City Bomb Survivors

“…Devon is masterful in the whole area of anger management and touches the heart of everyone in her audience. She has walked the talk and immediately commands attention because of her depth of sincerity. Every audience member took away something positive from hearing Devon and she got standing ovations at each presentation. One of my male employees said to me afterwards, ‘Hearing her today was a blessing for me.’ Thank you, Devon, for making my job as a human resource administrator so effective.” – Sharon Harrison, Human Resources, CMACAO, Columbus, Ohio.

“Your presentation was refreshing and moving – touching all of us. Understanding one’s emotions can be bewildering. Talking openly about them as you did, provided encouragement and insight to your audience.” – Sheila Stausboll, Business Coordinator, Goodwill Industries, Dayton, Ohio

“Your personal experience brought tears to some, laughter to others, but a serious commitment to better self-control for most.” – Irnishel P. Drew, Federal Women’s Program, Defense Logistic Agency, Richmond, Virginia

“The energy Devon emotes stirs even the most apathetic participant… not only did she make her points in a very professional way, she also used humor… It was truly a most worthwhile three hours.” – Lynda Koren, Vice President Marketing, Eastern Heights State Bank, St. Paul, Minnesota

“…The task of getting a group of accountants to participate in a presentation is rarely done – but you did it with ease…” – Timothy W. Gockel, Touche Ross & Company, Dayton, Ohio

Audiences Speak Out!

"Based on the standing ovation you received at the Secretarial Symposium, I think you were a hit!"  Beth Waite, Human Resources; Nationwide Insurance; Columbus, Ohio

"The people are still talking about you, "you provide a truly down-to-earth, nitty gritty, approach to anger" "you influence lives in a very positive ways"  C. Richard Porth, Lt. Col., USAF Commander; Rockwell International; Dallas, Texas.

"You were wonderful!  Your energy and enthusiasm kept all of our extremely large audience interested and wanting more...even those watching by broadcast in another room."  
Jean Johnson, Community Health Education Coordinator, Sacred Heart Hospital , Eau Claire , Wisconsin

"....thank you for your invaluable contribution to our workshop....A sampling of the comments...include:  " Devon was absolutely dynamic and very knowledgeable!"  "I have never listened to such a dynamic, charming and creative speaker......."  Sandra Driggins Smith, Coord., Central Community Health Board of Hamilton County, Inc., Cincinnati, Ohio

"Thanks for your super presentation's comments were.... "Best speaker we've had in years", "Best program we've ever had",  "Devon was dynamite", "thank you for your professional handling of the program"    Jeff Wygum, Program Chairman;  Diamond Unity Management Club (Division of Babock & Wilcox, a McDermott Company); Lancaster, OH.

"Devon Hansen is an exceptional speaker.  She is "real," with the ability to establish rapport, identify common bonds and motivate people to assume responsibility for their own thinking.. You won't find her to espouse theory which she cannot lead others to apply."  Lanette Thurman, PhD; Murray State, Murray Kentucky

"The energy Devon emotes stirs even the most apathetic participant...not only did she make her points in a very professional way, she also used humor...It truly was a most worthwhile three hours."  Lynda Koren, VP - Marketing, Eastern Heights State Bank, St. Paul, Minnesota

"There are so many positive comments from the participants...your presentation was so positive...Thank you for sharing with us."  Lee Cales, Director, Arizona Credit Union League, Phoenix, AZ

"I want to express my sincere appreciation for your vital contribution... "Anger Is Your Choice" was inspiring, thought provoking and humorous...Some of the comments were: " heartwarming and excellent speaker", "Incredible!"  "Inspiring to a skeptic like me." Thank you for your encouraging words."  Clara Temporal, Program & Resource Director, Hawaii Credit Union League, Honolulu, HA

"I was one of the many women that attended the IAAP conference at Lynchburg College where Devon Hansen spoke.  I didn't want another day go by without letting her know that she really blessed me by her transparency and honesty in sharing her life with us.  I know that I will thoroughly enjoy reading her book,   Angry? Do You Mind If I Scream ?."
Judith Wilson, 2006 IAAP Lynchburg Virginia conference

"Devon was wonderful...Please tell her everyone loved the seminar!" Kelly Brooks, IAAP Meeting Planner, 2006 IAAP Lynchburg Virginia conference

"Devon was chosen to speak at our 2006 Wayne County IAAP Administrative Professional's Day program after extensive searching and reviewing the tapes of many speakers. We didn¹t know that the impact she had in person was so much more than we could have imagined.  Devon is a powerful speaker with a motivating message and well worth the time and effort to hear her speak. We were glad for the opportunity to have experienced her story and the wonderful art that came from that time of anguish." Nancy Porter, Wayne County Chapter IAAP, Wooster Ohio

"I recently attended a Human Resource conference in Boise Idaho.  What I experienced was one of the most original speakers I have heard.  Devon Hansen has the ability to draw people in with her warmth and humor.  She keeps their attention with her knowledge of human behavior.  Devon challenged us to break down barriers, examine our behavior, and share what we have to offer as individuals. I left with a new approach to both my personal and professional life."    Deanna Eveland, Human Resources, Micron Technology, Inc., Boise Idaho

"On behalf of the Bluegrass MGMA, I want to thank you and Devon so much for coming and inspiring our association. Devon was just the spark of motivation many of us needed to start off our year. She was definitely the best speaker we have ever had come speak to us. BGMGMA would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a motivational/inspirational speaker. Her art work was a great plus to her performance. It is always nice to have a keepsake as a constant reminder of good experiences you have in your life." Crystal Kendrick, MGMA Office Manager, Lexington, KY

"Our medical group invited Ms. Hanson to speak at our MGMA January meeting. The healthcare industry can be very intense and stressful at times, so we really wanted to kickoff the year on a positive and upbeat note.  We weren't disappointed! Devon is a gracious, compassionate, down to earth and hilarious speaker. An hour and a half just wasn't enough.  We would definitely invite her back again."  Melinda Guest, Front Office Manager, Commonwealth Gastroenterology Associates, Lexington, Kentucky