Kari Kounkel
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MN, USKari Hoglund Kounkel offers a compelling mix of anecdote with facts and research to keep her content fresh and relevant. She enjoys speaking, and her audience enjoys listening to her.
Kari Hoglund Kounkel .began speaking in 2004, when she first took the stage in the aftermath of a horrific and fatal school bus crash that made national news. The tragic event catapulted her into the spotlight and into sharing crucial insights within the transportation industry, setting the stage for a profound journey, part of which includes public speaking.
Kari's engaging and often self-deprecating humor form connections with any audience. She is open and transparent, freely discussing her professional and personal experiences in the aftermath of that crash. The personal impact led her into Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and a long recovery journey. Her message is one that will resonate with others: it is through a strong network that we build resilience and success both in the personal and the professional realms.
Kounkel's talks are not just speeches; they are powerful narratives of faith, hope, and the transformative power of community.
Kari Hoglund Kounkel .began speaking in 2004, when she first took the stage in the aftermath of a horrific and fatal school bus crash that made national news. The tragic event catapulted her into the spotlight and into sharing crucial insights within the transportation industry, setting the stage for a profound journey, part of which includes public speaking.
Kari's engaging and often self-deprecating humor form connections with any audience. She is open and transparent, freely discussing her professional and personal experiences in the aftermath of that crash. The personal impact led her into Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and a long recovery journey. Her message is one that will resonate with others: it is through a strong network that we build resilience and success both in the personal and the professional realms.
Kounkel's talks are not just speeches; they are powerful narratives of faith, hope, and the transformative power of community.
Chasing Chickens: Through the Clucking Chaos
Keynote Address: 45-60 Minutes
This program is perfect for:
- Christian Events or Conferences
- Relationship-Building Events
- Recovery-Related Activities
The audience will leave with:
- A deeper understanding of the connection between strong support networks and success
- An understanding of true surrender to a power greater than...
Ladybug, Ladybug: Keeping it Classy in a Buggy World
Keynote Address: 45-60 Minutes
This program is perfect for:
- Women's Leadership Conferences
- Christian Events or Conferences
- Social Clubs or Parenting Groups
The audience will leave with:
- Insight into the historical context and cultural significance of ladylike qualities and why they matter in contemporary life
- A balance perspective on how...
A Crash Course: Preparing for a Catastrophic Event
Keynote Address: 45-60 Minutes
This program is perfect for:
- School Transportation Conferences
- Multi-Department Meetings
- Bus Driver Training Sessions
The audience will leave with:
- Plans for improving the "resting heartrate" of the transportation department of the community
- Tools to use in the event of a catastrophic event
