

If your audience is 100% canine, Bella would love to speak to your group. If there will be humans in attendance, Bella gives the stamp of approval to her co-author Patrick Galvin.
Patrick is a professional speaker and the past president of the Oregon Chapter of the National Speakers Association. By integrating examples and anecdotes from Bella and her book into a dynamic presentation, Patrick gives audiences something to laugh about as they learn practical business skills.
For example, he can share with audience members how they can learn from dogs to:
Patrick consistently receives highly favorable reviews from meeting planners and professional groups. Organizations that pre-purchase copies of Bella’s book receive a significant volume discount and an adjustment in speaking fees. Each is copy is “pawtographed” by Bella and signed by the authors and makes a thoughtful gift for attendees, staff, volunteers, donors, etc.
“Patrick's presentation was well received by club members who thought his use of Bella was terrific and gave a new perspective on networking and marketing. They also appreciated that Patrick was able to drive his points home without the use of a lengthy slide show. All in all the audience was impressed and felt that the message is important for each of us, working or not, in our day-to-day networking with others.” - Liz Papas, Past President, Tigard Breakfast Rotary Club
For additional details about booking Patrick as a speaker, please fill out our contact form.
Other organizations that have created customized programs for their members include:
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A presentation to members of the Metropolitan Senior Network included Bella's lessons on communicating with clients and prospects. |
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Members of the Wilsonville Chamber of Commerce enjoyed a presentation on working smarter and being happier by thinking like a dog. |
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Patrick shared Bella's secrets of success in a fun, effective webinar for producers of The Standard. |
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