SUSAN GUZZETTA PROFESSIONAL SPEAKERS FOR ALL OCCASIONS LaDONNA GATLIN OF GATLIN BROTHERS FAME MEET LADONNA Why is LaDonna a perfect fit for your next conference, meeting, or special event? Because she’s a master at what she does. MAGIC ON THE STAGE LaDonna has been performing since the age of three, receiving her first paycheck at the ripe old age of five! The stage is her second home. She connects with her audience using BOTH words and music that will leave a lasting impact. WORLD CLASS SPEAKER LaDonna is one of only a handful of professional speakers awarded both the Certified Speaking Professional designation and the CPAE Hall of Fame Award, two of the most prestigious honors bestowed by the National Speakers Association. This lady knows how to deliver a powerful, effective message to your audience. SONGWRITER, ENTERTAINER, AND RECORDING ARTIST The baby sister (ONLY sister!) of the Gatlin Brothers, LaDonna has excelled in the world of country and gospel music. She’s not only toured with her brothers, but has performed with country greats like Johnny Cash, June Carter, Tammy Wynette, George Jones, and count- less others. She has written and recorded her own songs and performed on both Grammy- Award-winning and Dove Award-winning records. Yet, she is down to earth and completely focused on serving her clients. She is a talented entertainment professional without the challenge of ego or demands. AUTHOR AND EXPERT She is the author of The Song in You: Finding your Voice, Redefining Your Life. She is also a contributing writer to the bet-selling book series, Chicken Soup for the Soul. Through her experiences as a performer, professional speaker, and author, she has de- veloped an expertise in showing people how to tune up their life so that their success becomes…well, music to their ears. And don’t think this expertise comes from a magical lifestyle where everything was given to her. Much of LaDonna’s wisdom comes from the ups and downs of her own fascinating journey. CREDIBILITY LaDonna connects with the common experiences of everyone in your audience because of the life she has led and the values she embraces. This “gutsy” lady left a career in the spotlight with the Gatlin Brothers to pursue her own path and “sing her own song…” That “song” has taken her from the heights of success to the depths of clinical depression. Emerging a stronger, wiser person, LaDonna brings that wide range of experience to the platform every time she steps on a stage. Most importantly, she is a family-oriented woman who has been married to her husband Tim for more than 40 years. They have two adult children, six grandchildren (and counting!)… and a lifetime of amazing memories… She is an engaging personality who will bring a spark to your next event. 1 858·270·7675 800·607·2535 [email protected] SUSAN GUZZETTA PROFESSIONAL SPEAKERS FOR ALL OCCASIONS LaDONNA GATLIN TOPICS LaDonna is the perfect fit for ANYONE who wants to bring a GROWING UP GATLIN… My View from the Church Pew FRESH EXPERIENCE to their next event. Whether you want LaDonna credits her mother, the church pianist, with instill- an inspiring keynote presentation, an entertaining concert, ing the love of gospel music into her. This “up-close-and- or a mixture of both, LaDonna will deliver a program that’s personal” presentation shows LaDonna “UNPLUGGED.” Her perfect for you. audience feels as if they are literally sitting in her living room as she candidly shares her abiding faith in God and sings the KEYNOTE PRESENTATIONS great old hymns of the church. She even takes requests from the audience! Masterfully weaving a tapestry of inspiration, music, and humor, LaDonna captivates the audience with TUNE UP YOUR LIFE stories of what it was like growing up in this legendary musi- LaDonna’s most popular presentation focuses on the wisdom cal family. found in the notes of the musical scale: DO-RE-MI-FA-SO-LA- TI-DO. Song Selections include standards like: Victory in Jesus Weaving her own personal story, music, and humor through- Just a Closer Walk with Thee out, this is an unforgettable experience that inspires audi- Leaning on the Everlasting Arms ences to achieve their absolute best by embracing these Great is Thy Faithfulness concepts: The Old Rugged Cross Because He lives • DO Do the right thing • RE Realize potential • MI Mind your manners • FA Failures can become fertilizer • SO Solutions begin with me • LA Laugh • TI Time is valuable…that will bring us back to • DO Do the right thing “It was such a pleasure to work with you and listen to you motivate us to “Tune Up Our Lives.” We have heard nothing but praise, and we loved seeing the audience sing along to your presentation. It will be hard to follow you at next year’s event!” – Mercy Health Center CRAZY ABOUT RECOVERY… My Journey Back from the Brink! How can a program about mental illness possibly be this much fun?! LaDonna’s engaging communication style tackles this tough subject and leaves your audience with a song in their heart! A strong voice for mental health, she is passionate about eliminating the stigma of mental illness. In this program, she transparently shares her own personal struggle and ultimate victory over Major Depressive Disorder. She delivers a power- ful, yet UPBEAT experience on winning the war over emotion- al challenges. This is not a “DOWNER”…far from it! “Great to hear her story and recovery…very entertaining… just plain fun!” – Mental Healthcare Corporations of America 2 858·270·7675 800·607·2535 [email protected] SUSAN GUZZETTA PROFESSIONAL SPEAKERS FOR ALL OCCASIONS LaDONNA GATLIN TOPICS (continued) CONCERTS CHRISTMAS MEMORIES “I’ve often said our little sister is the best singer in the fam- These not-so-traditional arrangements of some very tradi- ily.” -Larry Gatlin tional Christmas favorites will truly put you in the spirit of the season. The title song Christmas Memories (written by When your last name is Gatlin, you better be able to SING… LaDonna and her husband, Tim) reminisces about Christmas and LaDonna certainly delivers on that note! mornings from her childhood at the Gatlin household. Whether you want just a concert, or a mixture of music and Song selections include: message, LaDonna can customize the experience for you. Angels We Have Heard On High Christmas Memories Go Tell It On the Mountain THE SONG IN YOU Steps Using a powerful combination of popular music, down-home O Little Town of Bethlehem humor and captivating storytelling, LaDonna draws on her Joy to the World phenomenal vocal ability to entertain and engage your audi- Away in a Manger ence. It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year Silent Night Song selections include: A Son A Savior Everything is Beautiful Put a Little Love in Your Heart ’70’s Medley Power of the Dream Patriotic Medley Plus bonus songs that are sure to entertain! THROUGH THE YEARS Take a walk down memory lane with classic songs from days gone by! This presentation showcases LaDonna’s versatil- ity as a vocalist with a broad musical mix from some of her favorite artists like Tony Bennett, Patsy Cline, Andy Williams, Judy Garland, and so many more. Song selections include: Sentimental Journey Moon River I Left My Heart in San Francisco Crazy Over the Rainbow Young at Heart What a Wonderful World 3 858·270·7675 800·607·2535 [email protected] SUSAN GUZZETTA PROFESSIONAL SPEAKERS FOR ALL OCCASIONS LaDONNA GATLIN CLIENT LIST *denotes multiple events AGRIBUSINESS – FARM BUREAUS Growmark * Illinois Association of School Boards American Farm Bureau * Illinois Farm Supply, Inc Indiana Association of School Principals Adminis- Arkansas Farm Bureau * John Deere/Women in Green trative Professionals Florida Farm Bureau Kansas Association of Conservation Districts Indiana School Boards Association Georgia Farm Bureau Kentucky Women in Agriculture Indiana State Teachers Association Idaho Farm Bureau Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service Kentucky Schoool Boards Association Indiana Farm Bureau Louisiana Forestry Association Louisiana Association of Principals Administrative Kansas Farm Bureau Michigan Women’s Farm Symposium Professionals Kentucky Farm Bureau Mid Kansas Cooperative Association Minnesota Elementary School Principals Associa- Maryland Farm Bureau Midwest/Iowa Soybean Association tion Michigan Farm Bureau Mineola Hay Show Mississippi Association of Career and Technical Minnesota Farm Bureau Minnesota Grain and Feed Association * Education Mississippi Farm Bureau * Missouri Soil & Water Conservation Districts Mississippi Association School Superintendents Nebraska Farm Bureau * Montana Stock Growers Association Missouri Business Educators Association New Mexico Farm Bureau National Association County Agricultural Agents Missouri Schools Boards Association New York Farm Bureau National Association of Conservation Districts Missouri State Teachers Association North Carolina Farm Bureau National Association of County Agricultural Agents Montana Association of Student Councils Oklahoma Farm Bureau National Cattlemen’s Beef Association National Academic Advising Association Pennsylvania Farm Bureau National Corn Growers Association National Association of Educational Office Profes- Rhode Island Farm Bureau National Council of Farmers Cooperatives sionals South Carolina Farm Bureau National Rural Electric Cooperative Association National Association of Secondary School South Dakota Farm Bureau * National Women in Agriculture Principals Tennessee Farm Bureau * Nebraska Association of County Officials National Association of Workshop Directors Texas Farm Bureau