TESTIMONIALS
Patrick Henry's Red Hill
There are some speakers who have a natural gift for speaking to and connecting with their audience and I am not one of them. But I have witnessed on several occasions this gift through Shawn Barksdale. He was able to engage with the audience in a way that captured every person's interest.
He immerses himself into the organization, the topic, and the mission, he connects in a way that not many people are able to do it becomes personal. I would highly recommend Shawn Barksdale to speak to any audience. He genuinely cares about how his words reach people.
Sincerely, Hope E. Marstin - CEO
League of Women Voters of Virginia
I commend Shawn Barksdale for his efforts to rehabilitate himself and to grow as a person. He is a role model for those who might find themselves faced with the choices he struggled with as a youth and he encourages them to take a different path.
Shawn helps youth develop better tools and resources so they can have positive outcomes. He is an inspiration to us all and proof that people can change their status given the tools they need. I highly recommend Shawn as a motivational speaker.
Sincerely, Deb Wake - President League of Women Voters of Virginia
Halifax County High School
I highly recommend Shawn A. Barksdale as a guest speaker at your facility. Shawn recently spoke to some of our ninth and tenth grade students at Halifax County High School about making good decisions, writing to release negative emotions, and bullying.
Not only does Mr. Barksdale do a wonderful job on the day of the presentation, but he also works to continue the connections he creates. Mr. Barksdale was very passionate as he shared, and the students were engaged in his presentation. I have received excellent feedback from our teachers and students that participated.
Sincerely, Elizabeth Senseney