Premiere Speakers Bureau

Reviews

I want to share with you the story behind our contact with Katie Harman, as it is really a very special one to us at Project GRACE. Our organization's Founder, Dr. Lofty Basta, is a renowned author and now retired cardiologist, who rarely watched television before his retirement from practicing full-time at the end of 2002. It was a rare occasion when he happened to be watching the 2002 Miss America pageant. The words Katie spoke during her interview practically jumped out of the television at Dr. Basta. As you know, her platform was breast cancer awareness, and she has a strong interest in medical ethics and quality health care, particularly to patients facing illness and the end of life. Dr. Basta felt as though Katie were speaking directly to him, her words were so powerful and completely in accord with the mission and vision of Project GRACE. He instantly thought, "I have to have this person speak at our annual Celebration of Life fundraiser!" Dr. Basta was extremely impressed with Katie's insight and message, as were the judges - she earned the crown of 2002 Miss America. We did in fact subsequently contact Katie, who agreed to speak at our 2002 Celebration of Life event. The message that Katie shared with our guests in support of the importance of quality of life for patients in their final chapter of life was heartfelt and compassionate. Katie is an amazingly talented vocalist who exudes a warm, caring and energetic personality. She captivates her audience with her intelligence, grace, eloquence and charm. Katie's presence is moving with her obvious passion for life and genuine nature. Katie touched the hearts of us all. Our guests so enjoyed Katie in 2002 that we asked her to participate in our Celebration of Life event again in 2003. I would recommend Katie to any organization. Sincerely,

Lisa J. Weber, Executive Director Project GRACE

"Katie was indeed a complement to our program. She is a confident, energetic speaker with a passion for the issues she presents. Our group enjoyed her sweet, honorable presence and well-prepared presentation."

Flying Physicians Association

Books

Speech Topics

True Beauty: The Complete Picture

Knowing all too well the power of the public’s perception of beauty, Katie strives to encourage women of all ages to find what truly makes them most beautiful. She illuminates the mystifying elements of outer-beauty and brings truth to clichés about inner-beauty with key educational insight and personal experiences. Women walk away from this talk feeling inspired to appreciate and enhance their true beauty.

The Power of Public Service

Based on her personal experiences as a national cancer advocate and Miss America 2002, Katie inspires individuals to look beyond their personal sphere to the needs of the world around them. Katie shares insights about mobilizing communities to enhance the quality of life of its citizens, and shares touching personal perspective about just how big of an impact an individual can have had on the world around them. Katie believes that people of all ages and all walks of life must truly understand the key to a peaceful life: we must help one another, to be helped in return.

Legacy of Hope: Cancer Perspectives

Katie encourages cancer patients, survivors, and loved ones that there is life and hope in the midst of a cancer diagnosis and beyond. She shares incredible stories of courage, as well as enduring legacies formed by those touched by cancer in extraordinary ways. She also provides key educational insights for loved ones of cancer patients.

D.E.C.I.D.E. to Succeed

Elementary, middle and high school students enjoy Katie’s presentation on six steps to success. Katie explains with rich detail and touching personal accounts how a person must D.E.C.I.D.E. to succeed, rather than expect success to appear out of thin air. Her talk touches on character development, positive choices, gratitude, and dreaming big, along with so much more! Students are enlivened and inspired to make the decision to succeed.