Featured Speaker:
John Barksdale, Jr., ATM-S
Day Phone: 720-524-5124
Night Phone: 303-688-4118
E-mail: jwbarksdalejr@msn.com

Speaker Bio:
John has been speaking and teaching since he was 16 years old, and has logged hundreds of hours in front of audiences through his public speaking opportunities and as a trainer. John has earned two Bachelor degrees, one in Bible, and the other in Computer Information Services, along with a a Masters degree for CU Denver. John lives in Castle Rock with his wife Kristin and has a daughter named KrisAnn and a son named John Wesley.

Speech Titles:
1) Moon Games

Description: My favorite game is what I call "The Moon Game". It is my favorite because it has taught me everything I need to know to deal with life. This light hearted speech has been a favorite for many audiences, and its main goal is to teach how to develop a playful attitude in life.

Length: 30 minutes

Time can be adjusted

2) Carpe Diem-Seize The Day

Description: This speech takes off of the famous saying attributed to Horace 1,000's of years ago. It is an inspirational speech on the how to attack life and to power of taking chances in life.

Length: 30

Time can be adjusted

3) How to Manage Change

Description: One of the things that has become a constant in our modern world is that change is speeding up and coming at us at a faster rate than ever. This speech gives a multitude of ways to handle all aspects of change.

Length: 30

Time can be adjusted

4) Walk the Razor's Edge

Description: This inspirational speech is an encouragement to develop balance in life. It is an encouragement to keep a balance to both internal and external factors.

Length: 30 minutes

Time can be adjusted

Toastmasters Experience:
I have been in Toastmasters in the Denver area for 12 years and I am very close to Achieving ATM-G.


Other Details:
Based out of Castle Rock, CO
Travel restrictions are 40-50 miles
7 days requested days in advance for booking
Available for last-minute fill-ins
Available Days Mon, Tues, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Available times: evenings
Presentation types include:


- topical speeches related to my specific subjects
- serving as Master of Ceremonies at events
- keynote speaker
- open to other opportunities


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