What people are saying.
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Ashlee Berghoff
Acey's delivery was also really fun and light. After not interacting with her for very long, I felt like I knew her. It was a really incredible talk. I really appreciated everything I learned. Hear more in this video testimonial! https://bit.ly/video-testimonial-ashlee
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Katelyn Memmer, HR Generalist
Working with Acey has been a fun and refreshing experience! She brings a new perspective to play in the workplace, a topic that is new, engaging and innovative to our employees. She allows her attendees to think outside of the box and explore new areas of their roles to keep them excited and engaged. We will definitely continue working with Acey to provide our employees a diverse and collaborative learning approach!
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Logann Grasteit
Three words to describe my experience working with Acey Holmes to organize a meeting? Friendly, focused, and flexible. Acey was responsive and able to adapt her content and material to a diverse audience of stake holders in a unique meeting setting. She delivered a presentation that was enjoyed by all.
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Alexis Fowkes, Training and Events Manager
Acey was wonderful to work with – she was incredibly responsive and easy to communicate and work with. Our attendees absolutely loved her session, “The Power of Play for Adults.” They particularly loved how interactive the session was, and how it was a great way to break up a long day of conference sessions.
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Cat Tamblyn, HR Professional
The antithesis of lecture workshops. Interactive, informative, digestible content. I also appreciate how accepting of individuality Acey is.
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Workshop Attendee
Acey is a phenomenal speaker who combines technical science with adult learning theory to bring self awareness. I loved it.
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Valerie Passerini
Her presentation was engaging, lively and dare I say it - FUN!
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Anonymous Internal Workshop Attendee
I really appreciated how this was not centered only on neurotypical brains. I tend to be very resistant to PD sessions about burnout and stress because neurodivergent people like myself are usually not considered in those conversations. This session was really affirming because flow and play reminded me a lot of my hyperfocus states (adhd brain) and it was affirming to see that as a strength and skill vs a hindrance or distraction. Thank you for that AND for having sensory toys, fidgets at the table - I felt like I could unmask when usually I’m heavily masking during those types of sessions. Thank you!!!
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Stephanie Baker
If you had to describe this session to a friend or colleague, what would you say? Motivating, energetic and engaging.
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Liz Pittoni
What did you enjoy most about the session? Loved the energy and just the right amount of having to share the content we created. That can feel sometimes overwhelming and I didn’t well that way. I loved all the comments of share and do what you want and play with the fidgets. Very inclusive.
If you had to describe this session to a friend or colleague, what would you say? Empowering. Felt seen. Given tips to take breaks that have meaning and purpose…. All backed by science.
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Brian
If you had to describe this session to a friend or colleague, what would you say? Wasn’t the usual touchy feeley these can be was routed and informative for a LE crowd thank you!!!
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Jennifer Matyas
What did you enjoy most about the presentation? The optional things you gave us to do while you spoke were leading by example. You gave us permission to do these things and do it how we wanted Treating us as individuals. Giving us permission to doodle and play with fidgets. Nothing was overwhelming. All were simple and super do-able while creating a positive experience. They are easy for us to implement to our groups.
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Sarah Bockelman
If you had to describe this keynote to a friend or colleague, what would you say? Engaging, fun, lighthearted, very unique
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Anonymous Workshop Attendee
If you had to describe this keynote to a friend or colleague, what would you say? Creative & practical ways to use play to strengthen the workplace and teams.
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Allie Brandon
If you had to describe this keynote to a friend or colleague, what would you say? You need to come meet this enthusiastic person who helps you to ignite your passions for who you are.
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Yolanda Smith
If you had to describe this keynote to a friend or colleague, what would you say? Insightful, playful, and factual
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Joey Kolasinsky
What did you enjoy most about the presentation? Pillars, ideas to apply like visual mission map sessions, idea-safe zones, and mission moments!
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Anonymous Attendee
What did you enjoy most about the keynote? I learned so much! As a manager of staff and volunteers I learned how I am already supporting neurodivergent staff and how I am not. I learned how I can improve as a Manager and how my organization and what to bring to my leadership team.
If you had to describe this keynote to a friend or colleague, what would you say? Have Acey come speak at your events or workplace. You need this basic understanding to lead people.
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Jack Kirk
If you had to describe this keynote to a friend or colleague, what would you say? A great refreshing look at how to re-engage our team
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Anonymous Attendee
If you had to describe this keynote to a friend or colleague, what would you say? Acey is interesting, entertaining and thought provoking.
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Marisa Suedbeck
If you had to describe this session to a friend or colleague, what would you say? It was an engaging and informative presentation about using play to stay carefree, manage stress, avoid burnout, and achieve flow at work.
Was there any subject matter that you found confusing or wish had been discussed in more detail? If so, please provide specific examples. N/A.
I feel that everything was explained well, and anything confusing at the time was cleared via questions and discussions with the presenter and other participants.What did you enjoy most about the session? I loved all of it, from the information provided and the activities done to demonstrate practical ways to play or relieve stress at any given moment, to the delivery style of the whole presentation and the discussions held with other members of the audience!
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Debbie Stratton
Wow, I learned a lot from your newsletter, thanks!
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Anonymous Attendee
What did you enjoy most about the session? The session was engaging. I also enjoyed the background information and evidence provided to help in understanding flow and the importance of play.
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Lillian Matthews
What did you enjoy most about the session? Engaging, interesting, well researched, well explained from scientific perspective and highly relevant
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Micahel Olivas
What did you enjoy most about the session? Fun, enjoyable and relaxing, presenter was great
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Julie Romanovsky
What did you enjoy most about the session? The no pressure- joyous atmosphere and research based info
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Fatima Ceja
If you had to describe this session to a friend or colleague, what would you say? Learning how you can improve play and work environment together. And being productive!