Bonnie Laabs

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Bonnie is an energetic speaker who inspires people to move beyond their limitations. In sharing her personal experiences, she captures audiences by her sincerity, expression, and passion to present the word of God, all the while offering inspirational wisdom Her goal is to reach out to youth and the adults who nurture them with her stories, humor, and love for even the most struggling kids. As a professional speaker, Bonnie draws from years of experience working with youth and young adults and shares practical guidance with a “been there, done that” approach.

Struggling to overcome several challenging obstacles in her childhood by fifth grade, Bonnie started acting out and was expelled from school.  Two years later problems at home resulted in Bonnie being sent to a group home for girls.  She felt condemned being labeled a “bad kid” and continued traveling down the wrong path using alcohol and drugs. In a desperate attempt to turn her life around, a revelation occurred that inspired her to make solid choices in a positive direction.  She now serves as a Youth Minister. Other positive choices Bonnie has made since then: she recently earned a Master’s degree in Education Administration and currently owns two small businesses 

Areas Of Expertise:     

Hope / Motivation
Retreat Speaker/ Youth Events
Spiritual Motivation for Adults and Teens
Overcoming Obstacles/Tragedies
Faith Based Teachings/Messages

Fee:   

Keynote fee up to 90 minutes: $1250

Half day fee up to 3 hours: $750

Full day fee up to 6 hours:  $2250

Bonnie's Most Requested Programs:

“God is my superHero!”  
While all super heroes are capable of rescue by escape, only one super hero is capable of rescue by transformation. Bonnie takes the audience on a journey that led to the most important choice of her life; surrendering all to the one and only super hero who can defeat a monster as big as crystal meth.

“The 3 C’s to Becoming Beautiful”  
Three things you need for
-facing even the toughest times in life  
-knowing who you are and where you are going  
-establishing boundaries with others through love

“With All Your Strength”  
You know the old joke about how guys don’t stop to ask  
for directions? Asking for help isn’t a sign of weakness; it’s  
a sign of strength and smarts. Bonnie shows how you can  
-be a leader with character  
-learn to make the most of your resources for survival  
-activate the hero within you

“Refuge From The Storm”    When a storm comes when want to try to prepare, by closing windows, rounding up personal items. Is it necessary? Psalm 46:1- “God is our refuge and strength” Storms will come, we must realize we have no control of the outcome, to be safe, instead take refuge in the Lord. 

Testimonials:

“Our kids and adults were moved by your spirit, conviction, and challenging us all to take our walk with Jesus to the next level and take it a day at a time! It was awesome! Thanks for changing lives!”

Josh Corbett Youth Director Rosemount UMC

“Bonnie’s message was inspirational, grasping the audiences attention like time had stopped. It was real, straight to the point, and mind grabbing. Kudos! She’ll definitely be invited back to the Academy!” 
Kim Olson Elmore Academy

“We couldn’t believe the reaction she received from the kids hearing her presentation. She was definitely amazing!”  
Dave Kucera Teacher Hutchinson Middle School

“Bonnie Laabs speaks from the heart. Tough times growing up taught her life’s lessons the hard way. To our small group of teens she could say, "I’ve walked in your shoes", bringing authenticity to her message. A larger group of staff she won over with her warmth and her spirit. Here’s a speaker with broad appeal.” 
Meg Douglas PORT Group Home Communications Coordinator

"Wow! Not only does Bonnie Laabs have a very powerful message, but she also delivers it in a way that will change lives. Bonnie is a MUST-SEE speaker. You will not be the same person by the time she finishes her speech. You'll be enriched!"  
Craig Valentine, MBA 1999 World Champion of Public Speaking , President, The Communication Factory