“'Be the heroine in your life, not the victim.'
To me, Deb Shuck is the embodiment of that quote. Her own personal story and inspirational talks to women from all walks of life make her a woman of true substance. I would recommend her for any and all of speaking engagements. She is a true treasure to behold. Deb, you are wonderful and an inspiration to us all".- Lisa Pak, Owner, Bradenton, FL, Lisa Pak Design
"Deb has shown leadership in the community and a strong desire to give back to those less fortunate in the area. I have known Deb through her speaking for many years." - Patricia Petruff, Partner Bradenton, FL, Dye, Deitrich, Petruff & St Paul Attorneys at Law
"It is obvious speaking to a crowd was natural to her as her story about life and the quality of life is so inspiring. Deb motivates you to do your absolute best no matter what cards you are dealt." - Linda Pelletier, President Green Cooling Solutions, Sarasota, FL
"Every Child, Inc. is proud to call Deb Shuck an ardent supporter. Her care and concern for children who are less fortunate with her desire to help them is a paramount feature in her life." - Judy Alexander, CEO, Every Child, Inc.
"Deb has an innate ability to make me laugh, encourage me to think and inspire me to be a better person". - Peg Bess, Owner, Pegatronics Computers
"Deb Shuck is one of the most enjoyable speakers I have heard in a long time. She has a way of relating to her listeners that makes you feel, if it be laughter, tears, anger, or peace, you will leave having had an experience."- Shelli Anderson-Ensminger, CEO, Anderson & Associates Insurance Group
"I think Deb is an amazing person who has turned her hard road to success into motivation for so many people. The honesty and humor in her life is inspiring. Keep speaking and doing what you are doing. You really are changing other people's lives!"- Judy Vobroucek Sarasota, FL Discount Med Direct
"Deb is an inspirational speaker. I have listened to her speaking to a roomful of people who have been literally spellbound by what she has had to say. Deb's talks are based on her extensive business experience, the challenges she has faced in her personal life, and the excellent advice she has to pass on to her audiences."-Susan Croft, Co-founder and Executive Director, London and Sarasota, Skill Pill M-Learning Ltd
"I have had the pleasure of knowing Deb Shuck for approximately 15 years and consider Deb a close friend, plus a brilliant, talented & compassionate businesswoman. "- Carole A Zoellner, CFO, Bradenton, FL, Dieter's Sod & Landscaping
"Deb communicates candidly and openly in a way that reaches right into the heart of the listener. Her personal experiences are so compelling that you find yourself eagerly waiting for the next word."- Barbara Kaberna, Sarasota, FL, Plan-It Promo & Design
"Deb Shuck is indeed a woman of distinction. She is the definition of resilience, bouncing back when business and life in general bring more than the usual challenges. Deb’s strategies and powerful messages are inspirational and show what you can do when you make the most of the “turning points” in your life."- Rosemary DiDio Brehm Founder and Chief Results Officer, Clearwater, FL turningpoints2results
"I had the opportunity to hear Deb Shuck speak at several meetings. She captivated the audience and myself with the way she illustrated her own personal story. She was humorous and profound. She definitely has a way of drawing people to her when she speaks."- Marie Avery, Avery Realty Team, Bradenton, FLRE/MAX Alliance Group
"Deb is what draws me to WOoF, even when the other speakers are awesome. Deb’s sense of humor, her ability to make each person feel so important, and her way of educating us from her personal experience about the members' businesses is an amazing skill. When speaking, Deb has the perfect balance of offering factual information and telling stories so that we are pulled right into her passion for life and great causes." -Wendy Cooper MSW, Animal Communicator, Animal Communication By Wendy, LLC
"Deb Shuck is an inspiration to all working women. She leads by setting the example of women helping women. Because, for women, there is no work life or home life; Deb shows us there’s just life."- Lisa M. Parker AIAM, Sarasota, FL Martin W. Faust Insurance, Inc.
"Debbie Shuck’s continual ability to keep moving in the face of any circumstance is truly an inspiration. The woman doesn’t give up! In everything she does her determination and sheer will are apparent. Her message is pertinent to any group or topic; she is engaging and sincere… her story is our story too. If you’re searching for a powerful message for your audience, well, now you’ve got one!" -Judy Winslow, Owner, Sarasota, FL, Unforgettable Brands
"A genuine, compassionate speaker able to capture an audience with her sense of humor and passion for helping others."- Denise Walthers, President, St. Petersburg, FL The DW Group
"Deb Shuck is on my top 10 list of Amazing Women - a fabulous motivational & public speaker. Candid, funny, and at times outrageous...she commands the room with a fierce dedication and manages to convey a very important message with a lot of humor. " -Carol Prokap Sarasota, FL PRP Wines
"Deb says what she means and means what she says. Her direct, no nonsense approach is refreshing!" -Karen Mertes Founder and President Fulfill Your Destiny, Inc. Tampa Bay Area, FL
"Deb is a truly engaging and down-to-earth leader and speaker. She has a true passion for sharing stories of individuals with disabilities and a talent for using humor to involve listeners"-Erin Lee, PHR Director of Career Services, Bradenton, FL, ITT Technical Institute
"Deb Shuck is an inspirational, captivating and outrageously funny speaker. She has used personal challenges as the motivation to accomplish what most would deem the impossible. Deb works relentlessly to help empower others by not allowing their abilities to define their potential. She champions the rights of those who have not found their voice, by eloquently and humorously using her own."- Julie Gantley Lifestyle Consultant Bradenton, FL Home With Julie
"Deb is a passionate, determined woman. She is dedicated to helping those with disabilities, both adults and children. She has an amazing ability to present to a group and educate, entertain and motivate to action!" -Dr Carm National Speaker Florida Dr Carm, LLC -- Wellness Whisperer Workshops
"Deb Shuck has overcome challenges in life that would have defeated the average person to become a leader in the community and a role model for anyone facing adversity. That journey has given Deb a powerful, inspiring story which she delivers with grace and humor." - Gaye Freedman, The Laughing Goddess, Los Angeles, CA
"I first met Deb Shuck years ago when she attended a class I taught about family, love and life. I knew immediately from her comments that she was a natural speaker whose care and passion are evident. She invited me to speak at her Women Owners of Florida events, where I had yet another opportunity to experience her enthusiasm and inspiration in her speaking. She has a compelling story to tell of her life and triumphs over birth defects and surgeries. I highly recommend her as a speaker." - Dr. Leslie Beth Wish, psychologist, licensed clinical social worker and author "Smart Relationships" and "The Love Adventures of Almost Smart Cookie."
"Deb makes a difference in the lives of people in very profound ways. She is committed to making a difference in the lives of children with disabilities and those who need to understand how disabilities affect children. She is uniquely qualified to be a communication bridge in this area, as Deb has experienced this herself from her earliest years." - Gayle Waldron, CEO, Tampa Bay Area, FL The Management Edge
"Deb is highly respected by our charity and our supporters for her willingness to help. She has been instrumental in furthering our mission through speaking, fundraising and networking. Deb is a fantastic Public Speaker, very well organized, diligent in her work, easily reachable and always on time." -John Thompson, Executive Director, Tampa, FL, 50 Legs