Rikki Dunsmore, Ph.D.

I was kidnapped by a serial killer and survived, physically and psychologically. There have been rare moments in my life since then when I felt understood, not ashamed or stigmatized by that event. Hearing Mick Kronman’s presentation on Overcoming Adversity was one of them. Mick Kronman is the one of the few who silences the room, captures an audience’s attention and cuts to the core with brutal, real truth about what is means to survive, with grace, the unthinkable. Mick’s presentation opens up the room and connects people in a way that forges compassion and connectivity that electrifies the audience.  I honestly believe everyone in that room was changed, willing to engage with one another more deeply and unabashedly than before hearing his presentation.

Michael Fisher, MD

I met Mick in his hospital room 38 years ago, in my role as a kidney specialist. An intimate connection soon breached the bounds of normal doctor/patient relations, and we’ve been close ever since. His courage, nobility of character, love of family, pursuit of truth, ethics, and devotion to the underserved have always inspired me and now inspire others through his motivational talks. When I, myself, became seriously ill a few years ago, reflections on his indomitable spirit helped me mine the internal gumption and light it took to summit my own challenge and fear. Mick’s practical, no-nonsense presentations outline strategies he learned and employed to address his own adversities and adversities of all kinds. His story will transfix you, his strategies you will embrace. He is the quintessential inspirational speaker.

Brad Gross, California Harbormaster

I had the pleasure of attending Mick’s presentation at a pivotal moment in my life. His presentation helped me put things in perspective, gauge my adversity and reinforce my positive attitude toward my upcoming challenges.

Mick presents with empathy, insight and humor. His myriad of life experiences seamlessly mesh together with quotes and clips in his presentation that provide real inspiration. Everyone faces adversity in their lives and there are many ways it is dealt with. Mick’s presentation provides take-away tools that anyone can benefit from.

Ginger Gillquist, National Center for Ecological Analysis and Synthesis University of California

Mick incorporates difficulties we face in our personal lives along with workplace challenges relevant to our professional lives. Like an unforgettable movie, Mick’s energy, sense of humor, knowledge, and raw emotion left me thinking about his presentation for days. Real solutions I can actually implement in real time!

Karyn Byron, Riverbank Marina, Sacramento, CA

I was born into a poor family and have faced adversity ever since. I thought I could probably teach Mr. Kronman a few things. UNCLE! You win. Not to give anything away, but he had the whole room in tears in the first two minutes. Extraordinary.

Mike McNeil, City of Santa Barbara Public Works

Mick is a wonderful presenter and teacher. The best training class I have had since starting with the City 6.5 years ago. Everyone could benefit in some way from hearing this presentation.

Mary Thompson, Kidney Transplant Recipient

Mick so inspired me. My own journey has been a hard one and I want others to know that it’s people like Mick who inspire me to keep going. Thank You! I look forward to hearing more of his motivational topics!

Michael Pease, City of Santa Barbara

Amazing presentation! It really spoke to me. As with many great presentations, the stories really brought the topic home and made it very memorable. I love how streamlined (lean and mean) your presentation is — well balanced with stories, quotes, and a process to follow. I felt very engaged.

Erik Endersby, Department Director, City of Morro Bay

I have known Mick for 20 years. He speaks with authority gained from hard-earned experience, in an atypical, captivating, and extremely entertaining manner befitting the highest order of human engagement.