"Listening to Don Mann talk, to our world-wide team of over 500 employees and executives, about his experience climbing Mount Kilimanjaro was engaging, moving and inspiring. He went beyond the mere description of the expedition to make all listeners participate of the challenges encountered and the group’s drive to overcome obstacles. He is a speaker able to convey powerful, empowering messages that encourage others to reach higher."

-IBM
Global Financing, Marketing and Strategy

"We had a powerful line-up of speakers on Thursday and Friday. Our post workshop surveys indicate that your presentation was the most appreciated and beneficial. Numerous dealers inquired about bringing you into their stores to speak with their management teams. You are truly an extension of our team--and will play a key role in elevating our team's future performance."

-Todd
Chrysler, Blue Prints for Profits

"I recently had the pleasure of arranging and attending a presentation by Don Mann. The group that Don addressed, the Mortgage Bankers Association of Georgia (MBAG), is comprised of mortgage bankers, attorneys, appraisers, executives, managers and sales professionals. The group, diverse in personality and interests, was united in their praise for Don’s message, delivery and absolutely unique perspective.

Don Mann’s message of focus, determination and unwavering tenacity in the pursuit of any worthwhile goal has universal relevance. By wrapping the message in his “real life” stories he kept the audience riveted. Don’s story was not the normal hum and hype of many motivational speakers and sales trainers. Don’s presentation technique is understated, even quiet. The unassuming manner in which he delivers powerful principles is credible, very entertaining, and lasting.

Once is not enough! I’m looking forward to Don’s encore presentation to my group later this year. I’ll be front row and center."

- James A. G.
Synovus Mortgage Corp

"Don Mann was the keynote speaker at our Regional Growth Program kickoff meeting in January of 2007.  Don presented the “Combat Mindset” to our Financial Advisors, referencing his experiences during certain stages of his life – as a young athlete, as a professional athlete, as a Navy Seal, and as a Director of Adventure Races. 

Don’s message was clear and well delivered – it doesn’t matter how physically gifted you are, as long as you train your mind and develop a “combat mindset,” you can achieve anything you desire.  Raising the bar and striving for the next level was consistently evident in every one of Don’s personal stories. 

The Financial Advisors were highly motivated and eager to learn more about Don’s approach after the presentation.   Everyone in the room wanted to hear Don speak for additional time and we carried the presentation onto dinner.  One thing I can say for certain – “motivational speakers” are a dime a dozen.  It is truly moving when you hear Don speak because he is credible, legitimate, and honest. 

We were proud to have heard Don’s presentation and will continue to develop our relationship with him for future events.  The cost for the presentation was lower than most other speakers we have hosted and Don delivered ten times the value.  It was an outstanding way to start our 2007 Growth Program". 

- Greg B.
Merrill Lynch

"...Don’s presentation was entertaining but, most importantly, it really instilled in our group the principle that we are all capable of achieving personal greatness if we dare be proactive and step beyond the invisible boundaries we’ve set up around ourselves. Our company will often pay a fee, exceeding what we paid to Don, to send just one of our employees for training. I felt that our company received more than our money’s worth when I saw almost every person walk away enthused and talking about what they were going to do to 'push their own boundaries'."

- Edward M.
Chrysler

"Don, you were really terrific; the feedback has been great. It speaks volume that you stayed for dinner. I hope to speak with you soon."

-Carol N.
Merrill Lynch

"Don, thank you very much for your time and for speaking to us. The feedback I received from everyone was exceptional. Anytime you would like to come back, let us know."

- Gregory B.
Merrill Lynch

"Don, your presentation and stories were truly amazing yesterday. Unfortunately I was unable to stay for the dinner at Morton's last night but wanted to take time to thank you for being such an inspiration and to thank you for your service to our country. You're the man!!!"

- Pete D.
Merrill Lynch