Keeping the Faith.
The question of how do we hear God is explored. Finding your light in the most challenging life moments.
“Together we can make a difference.”
Allyson McManus
I TELL MY STORY SO THAT OTHERS MAY KNOW HOPE
Come experience a presentation with Stand Tall Public Speaking.
ABOUT ALLYSON
Allyson McManus is a Motivational Speaker and Certified Grief Coach from Hudson, Wisconsin. She believes everyone deserves equal access and the opportunity to reach their goals.
“At Stand Tall Public Speaking I give dynamic presentations that are meant to provide hope and leave audiences feeling uplifted! As a wheelchair user, I have done countless speaking engagements regarding diversity and inclusion. Most recently, I became a Certified Grief Coach. At a young age, I sadly lost two of my siblings. This business gives me the opportunity to honor my brothers by sharing their light. In doing so my hope is that audiences come to understand that they are not alone.”
EXPERIENCE & ADVOCACY
- Earned a B.S. in Secondary Education, English and Speech, as well as a Master’s in Social and Community Services from Capella University.
- Served on a Chancellor-approved ADA committee at the University of Wisconsin–River Falls.
- Participated in diversity panel discussions at UW–River Falls.
- Helped with logistics and supported participants during Rise to the Challenge at UW–River Falls.
- Spoke at St. Catherine University to future physical therapists, sharing her perspective and experiences as a person with a disability.
STAND TALL
How Stand Tall came to be... I have been speaking for many years and a dear friend believed in me enough that I decided I could use my voice to make positive change. My goal is to spread a message of hope to every audience that no matter how much life gets you down, you can rise and STAND TALL!
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A Bump in the Road.
Techniques for dealing with unexpected non-death losses like chronic illness, job changes, or divorce.
The Unbreakable Bond of Shared Memories.
My personal story of surviving the loss of two siblings.
How Was School Today?
How to help the teens in your life cope with grief.
Stand Tall Even If You Have To Sit.
How I began to advocate for myself as a disabled person. You can use your voice for creating change.
Have a topic in mind?
I am flexible! If you have a topic in mind, I would be happy to work with you to create a presentation for your group.
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