TESTIMONIALS
"Thanks for your wonderful message. I have already received several compliments on your speech and the appropriateness of it as well. Thanks again for your wonderful words of wisdom."
Mr. Tim Allemang, Principal Elmwood-Wurdock
"I strongly encourage anyone interested in character education to consider Dave Zimmer as a resource and motivational speaker for your endeavors."
Carla Osberg, Coordinator Nebraska Character Education Partnerships Program
"Your character counts presentation was a great success! Students particularly liked how you related character traits to your personal life - thus it was relevant to them."
Karen Poore, Professional Educator Lincoln Northeast High School
" I have had the pleasure of hearing Dave Zimmer speak on several occasions....... He speaks with passion, and it is obvious that he is focused on his message.......When it comes to public speaking, Dave is a superb orator. It is always a delight to be in his audience."
Senator Doug Cunningham, District 40-Nebraska
"Dave is one of those speakers you can rely on to bring quality information and inspiration to any group in a positive and humorous style. If you want your audience to be entertained and inspired, call Dave Zimmer."
Don Noecker, Farm Bureau Financial Services
"Dear Mr. Zimmer - thank you for coming and talking to us. You helped me learn more about how I should act in certain situations. Thank you once again!"
Katie, Student
"Mr. Zimmer, Thanks for speaking to us! You really made an impact on me. I hope you continue speaking to others. Thanks again!"
Amanda, Student
"I've had to evaluate speakers and instructors in various settings throughout a 30 year Naval career. Dave Zimmer is without a doubt one of the best I have ever seen."
Stephen Hillis FltCM USN (ret)
"We have had guest speakers in the past and this year we invited Dave Zimmer to be our featured speaker. Mr. Zimmer did an excellent job. His message was thought provoking, clear and well accepted. Many of our coaches and staff at CNOS were impressed with Mr. Zimmer's professionalism and passion for speaking. Furthermore, I would not hesitate to recommend or hire Mr. Zimmer in the future."
Paul Wilson, Director of Sports Medicine at CNOS - Dakota Dunes, SD
"Thanks a million for coming to our school. I had a lot of staff and students say they loved your message. That is why we do things like that-- it does have an impact. Good luck in your travels."
Mark Adler, Principal Nebraska City High School
"Dave Zimmer did our pre-opening teacher in-service keynote. He focused on exactly what we wanted and needed. Thanks in part to Dave, teachers had a very positive attitude when kids returned and we had a great start to the school year."
Bob Arp, Principal Columbus Lakeview High School
"Dave- Thank you for taking the time to speak to our students. I felt your message was well received. You let your audience know that life is all about choices and they are ultimately responsible for the path their life follows."
Patrick Miller, HS Principal Battle Creek-Ida Grove HS- Ida Grove, Iowa
"Dave - I would like to thank you for the excellent job you did speaking at our Supervisor Training sessions. Everyone involved was inspired by your message. You reminded us all in a way that we can lead with confidence and respect. I especially want to thank you for taking the time to learn about our business. The fact that you wanted to know your audience just shows that you are committed to excellence."
Jennifer Koehler, PHR/ Human Relations Specialist- Baldwin Filters, Yankton, SD
"Dave Zimmer was the speaker at our annual inservice/faculty meeting. He delivered an inspirational message which focused on his 'Top Ten Ways to Lead a Significant Life,' and 'Why do you do what you do?' He so impressed me that I asked him for contact information so that I could share it with other area school districts that they might benefit from his abilities. I highly recommend him if you need a motivational speaker in the future."
Greg Mann, Superintendent- USD 211, Norton, KS
"Dave, thank you for agreeing to be our motivational speaker for All Staff Day. The ten strategies you shared were powerful. You have a real gift for getting to the heart of the matter. Thanks for inspiring ESU #1 employees to be their best, give their best and live their best!"
Rhonda Jindra -Educational Service Unit #1, Wakefield, NE
"Mr. Zimmer did a wonderful job. His presentation was very organized and thought provoking. He did an excellent job. I would recommend Mr. Dave Zimmer as an excellent speaker for any group. I, along with our students and staff, was extremely impressed by his presentation."
Steve Borer, Principal -Madison Public Schools, Madison, NE
"Thank you so much for coming to our school. Your speech was very good and was well liked by all the students and staff. Thank you again for taking time out of your schedule. Please come back anytime. Thanks again!"
Hamlin Peer Helpers, Hamlin High School, Hayti, SD
"Many of our members raved about your talk. It was thought provoking, and you had people laughing at some times and near tears at others. The stories you shared really helped us understand and appreciate your top ten ways to lead a significant life, as well as relate them to our own lives. We also enjoyed the opportunity to purchase your newly published book!...Your presentation is one that anyone can benefit from. Be sure that if I have the opportunity to listen to you again, I will not miss it."
Peggy Schlechter, Dean of Students - National American University, Rapid City, SD
"Dave - Again, thanks for speaking to the group on Sunday. I
have had more people approach me, who were either at the dinner or
talked to someone who was, telling how much they enjoyed the talk.
Keep up the great work."Todd Kramer Albion Teammates
"Dave - Thank you for speaking at our National Honor Society
Conference. We had a great day and thanks to you it ended on a high
note. Judging from the students evaluation forms, they really enjoyed
you and your speech. After a long day of information, yours was
refreshing and a great end to the day. Thank you for being a part of
our day and helping make it a success."Amy Cope Kearney Chamber of Commerce
"Dear Mr. Zimmer - Thank you so much for coming to speak to us
about leadership. You were both very informative and very
entertaining! I am grateful that you took the time out of your day to
speak with us. I learned a lot."Rachel, Student
"Dear Mr. Zimmer - I would like to thank you for making a
presentation at our recently held Youth Leadership Retreat. Your style
was refreshing and your message was right on target. I received many
favorable comments about your presentation from the youth. They
appreciated your humor and your thought provoking messages. There is
no doubt that your message will contribute to our youth becoming true
leaders with character. I appreciate your willingness to help us with
our retreat and I look forward to working with you again."Brent Plugge, Extension Educator - Kearney, Nebraska
"Dear Dave: I would like to take this opportunity to express my sincere gratitude for your wonderful opening program for our district in-service. I was very well done and left us with things we need to consider as we approach the new school year. As a former teacher/coach/administrator you were right on target with the ways teachers can make a difference. Please put me on the list of people who believe in your message and I would recommend your presentation to any group of educators, students or parents."
Brian Shanks, Superintendent - Jefferson Schools, Elk Point, SD
"Dave Zimmer was invited to address the Yankton staff at our district wide in-service. In his presentation, Mr. Zimmer delivered a powerful message on how teachers can impact their student's lives. His humorous, thought provoking style was well received by the entire staff and challenged everyone to refocus their mission as educators."
Brad Peters, Asst Yankton Middle School Principal, Yankton, SD
"Dear Dave: On behalf of Construction Engineer Claude Oie and our entire Construction Division staff, please let me extend to you our thanks for being able to speak at our annual Project Manager's Conference held in Kearney. While we may sometimes seemingly overwhelm our attendees with a variety of technical and administrative information, it is important that they understand the key role they play for the Department of Roads in dealing with contractors, citizens along their projects and their own staffs. Based on the positive comments I received about your presentation on leadership, I am confident that you had an important- and effective- impact on the audience. One individual told me he wrote down numerous key points for future reference and that he is normally not inclined to do so. Thanks again.
Steven D. Bartos, Asst. Construction Engineer, Nebraska Department of Roads
"Dave Zimmer was our keynote speaker at our district-wide welcome back staff in-service. He did a great job! Dave delivered a 90 minute motivational message that was both humorous and inspirational. He challenged our staff to be the best they can be! I would highly recommend him as a speaker."
Brady Burton, Superintendent, Blue Valley School District, Randolph, KS
"As a Superintendent, you are always concerned about the success of your in-service programs. Many times no matter how much time you spend in preparation - for one reason or another - they fall well short of the intended outcome. However, every once in a while you put together a program that "clicks" with your staff. Such was the case of an in-service presentation by Dave Zimmer. With a gym filled with teachers and support staff alike, Dave was able to maintain not only their attention but he also captured their emotions. As a certified staff member put it, "I really like a person who can make you cry one moment and laugh the next." This is what Dave was able to do. If you are looking for a motivational in-service presentation, Dave Zimmer will exceed your expectations."
Robin Stevens, Superintendent, Schuyler Community Schools, Schuyler, NE
"Dave- I would like to thank you for the excellent job you did speaking at our Community Action Partnership of Mid Nebraska All Staff Day. We were all inspired by your message and the way that you gave us quality information and inspiration in a positive and humorous way. Your presentation was a great way for us to end our training sessions and reinforced our theme. Thank you for inspiring 160 staff members and reminding them that they too can lead a significant life."
Sherri Hansen, Planning Director for Community Action Partnership, Kearney, NE
"Dave- Thank you for your educational and inspiring keynote at our Educational Service Unit inservice. You message inspired and entertained teachers from all over southwest Nebraska. I am happy to recommend you to others seeking a motivational speaker who has an inspiring message that can be generalized across all types of audiences. I wish you the best in all your future endeavors."
Micheal Pruter, Staff Development Director for ESU 15, Trenton, NE
"Dave- I am writing to thank you once again for your presentations on Monday. We appreciated the talks and I have gotten nothing but positive feedback from students and parents. What I enjoyed most was the common sense approach to the message you gave. Parents and students could take something away from it and not feel like it was some sort of far-out theory. I hope that our paths cross again and best wishes on continued success with your speaking career."
Jeff Danielsen, Superintendent, Hanson School District, Alexandria, SD
"Dave - Thank you so much for presenting for the Small Business Committee. Your presentation was amazing! We greatly appreciate it."
Shana Thomas, Kearney Chamber of Commerce, Kearney, NE
"Dave - Thanks so much for the great presentation. I have heard many positive comments from the staff."
Kent Miller, Superintendent, Sandy Creek Public Schools
"Dear Dave: On behalf of the Leaders of Tomorrow, thank you for speaking before the group. It was greatly appreciated and well received. The LOT members continued to talk about your presentation into the afternoon. Once again, our sincere thanks."
Cathy Sue Kelly, Vice President; Iowa Independent Bankers Association
"Dear Mr. Zimmer: Thank you so much for taking time out of your day to speak to our YLK class. Your speech was amazing and we all learned more about ourselves from it. You were the best part of our day and I will not forget what you taught us Each one of us will use what you taught us for years to come!"
Riley Murphy, Youth Leadership Kearney Class 17