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Ed is simply one of the best speakers in the country when it comes to motivating student leaders to better serve their respective communities. He is a true inspiration to our students as we invite him annually to speak about positive attitudes, the value of service, leadership, and the importance of expressing gratitude. He has my most enthusiastic recommendation.
T. de Quesada, Belen Jesuit Preparatory School
Ed brings a message of hope and respect in an inspirational high energy encounter that my students truly relate to and are impacted to make changes in their lives. Now more than ever in our Nation's history is such a message needed. His enthusiasm for life and making improvements in our lives by dreaming and setting goals is contagious. Ed's stories and life lessons captivate everyone. He blends humor with the stark realities of our world and provides hope to all. You will be so impressed by Ed's speaking skills, character and professionalism that you will use him as the gold standard to compare to all other speakers. Few live up to his excellence.
W. Paul, Oliver Ames High School
Ed has been to Oakmont three times, and each time he comes, our students are inspired by his messages of kindness, compassion, and community. Students ask for him by name!
He is the only speaker that I have seen who can completely engage every student and staff member in the audience. After Ed’s school wide assembly, he facilitated a leadership workshop with a smaller group of students to develop their leadership skills and inspire them to create and build a stronger community. It was fantastic!
A. Dubovick, Oakmont High School
Ed is amazing! We've hired many speakers to come and address our students, but no one has come close to capturing a student audience like Ed. Student are still talking about that day and "I love you" will always resonate in our halls.
R. Imbriale, Baltimore Public Schools
Ed is a dynamic and engaging speaker who motivates students to do their best today and tomorrow. He has a great ability to get to the heart of what is important with students (and staff) and allows students to grow in observable ways just in the short time he is with them.
C. Pollet, Tyngsborough Middle School
If you are looking for a powerful, inspirational and motivational speaker that will leave a lasting impact on your student body and/or faculty, Ed Gerety is absolutely the man for the job!
Ed recently spoke to the 6th, 7th, and 8th grades at Wyoming Valley West Middle School in Kingston, Pennsylvania. It was such a powerful presentation that our students and faculty are STILL talking about it 6 weeks later!
Middle school age students are a tough audience to please; Ed Gerety was able to accomplish so much more than just “pleasing” them. His messages are powerful and engaging. He will have you laughing one minute and in tears the next. I guarantee he will leave a lasting impression on the members of your school community.
J. Derwin, Wyoming Valley West Middle School
Ed Gerety did a terrific job presenting at Alvirne High School. His message about personal motivation, developing caring relationships and about being a good person, resonated with our student body and staff of over 1400 people. He connected his message to our Core Values of Character and Curiosity throughout his hour long presentation.
Following, the full school presentation, Ed met with aspiring young student leaders to challenge them to be “the best person” they could be and to be strong and confident. The enthusiasm for his visit was exceptional. Great job Ed!
S. Beals, Alvirne High School
Ed Gerety’s message has a powerful impact on students. He is able to capture the audience and bring students in touch with their true feelings about peer pressure and the difficulties of growing up. If your school is in need of a jump- start to improve school spirit and mutual respect Ed Gerety’s presentations are exactly what you need.
C. Chismer, North Middle School
I have had the pleasure of having Ed visit our school four times in the past five years; each time his high energy leaves our students with a renewed sense of responsibility to one another.
Ed is a role model for our entire school! He inspires administrators, teachers, students, and parents to recommit to improving the social fabric of our school. We love Ed and think you’ll love him too.
P. Conrad, Rockport Middle/High School
Ed presents a high energy, fast-paced, student-centered program designed to inspire, motivate, and challenge students to reach beyond their imagination and work toward their dreams and goals. He is a valuable addition to any school initiative ranging from leadership retreat facilitator to assembly presenter. He enthusiastically delivers a timely message focused on mutual respect – it inspires students to care for one another. He is truly one of the few presenters that has a lasting and meaningful impact on the students with whom he interacts.
R. Gregg, Penn-Delsco School District
Ed uses stories, humor and metaphors from his own life that very clearly illustrates the points he makes. Ed cares about you, your school or organization, and your people. Ed is ‘real’. You or your team of people will be met with a man whose passion is real, palatable and transformative.
P. Ginder, Homestead High School
He was energetic, inspiring and motivating. His presentation helped to spark some very real conversations with the students afterwards. He met the students at their level and was quite captivating. Absolutely one of the best and most effective assemblies I have ever seen. I believe he was able to reach every single person in the auditorium at his/her level. I truly believe everyone came out of the presentation a changed person.
H. O’Neill, Joseph A. DePaolo Middle School
Ed’s ability to motivate and inspire students to make a difference and become positive leaders in our school is unsurpassed. Whether speaking to students about respect, believing in themselves or making positive choices not to use drugs or alcohol, Ed’s presentations are full of energy and enthusiasm and relevant to all students. Ed speaks from his heart, blending humor and his real life experiences into a powerful presentation.”
R. S. Doig, RTS Middle School
I have never in my 37 years as an educator seen a presentation that had such a positive effect on students. You have been fabulous for us
M. Anderson, Pinkerton Academy
“Thank you, Ed Gerety, for descending upon Puma Nation and igniting a fire for courage, respect, responsibility, attitude, and kindness in us ALL. Your presentations KNOCKED OUR SOCKS OFF!! And we are a better school and community for it! The buzz is palpable, and we can't wait to do it again.”
J. Knorr, Peak To Peak
"Having had the privilege of hosting Ed at our middle school during the day for student/staff programming and during the evening for a parent program, I can attest to his transformative impact on our students, parents, and staff. His ability to inspire, uplift, and empower young minds is unparalleled."
Dr. N. Suntino, Westwood
"If you ever have the chance to listen to Ed Gerety speak, take it! What a powerful presentation! During the first few minutes of the presentation, you could see the students scoping him out and trying to decide if they were going to take him seriously or not... and suddenly, there was a shift. They were hooked. Even the students who typically don't take these presentations seriously were on the edge of their seats."
J. Mathieu, SAU7
“I have received a flood of positive feedback from students and staff members about your visit and the lessons that you taught them. The lessons that you gave us are already paying dividends as we notice students treating each other better and looking out for one another. We appreciate the time, attention, concern, and energy that you brought to our community.”
J. Pardue. Newfield
“Ed demonstrated an outstanding ability to connect with over 600 of our students using compassion, energy and kindness. He used real-life stories and a wonderful moral compass to educate and to interact with our young adults. Ed took the time to meet with a group of our students via zoom to learn about our climate and culture prior to securing the visit. The gesture enhanced our presentations and showed that he was willing to build a relationship with our high school community. Ed was great!”
C. Jackson, No. Andover
"Ed is a dynamic speaker. He has a talent for connecting with students, teachers, and parents with a unique perspective about setting goals and reaching one's full potential. His presentations are an educational experience for the whole school community!"
S. Clark, Great Bay
“I truly loved your recent dynamic presentation at PRHS! You delivered it with such enthusiasm, and I was hanging on your every word. There was never a dull moment! Your message is one that I wish everybody could hear.”
C. Anderson, PRHS
“We've been working with Ed for about 10 years now, and his presentation and message remain among the best we've had. His energy and enthusiasm keep the students engaged throughout the hour or so he's with them, and the follow-up work he's done with our students is excellent. I really cannot recommend Ed's presentation highly enough.”
D.Smith, Hingham
