Endorsements

"Joan's program brought a much needed topic into the world of Health Care. Thank you for a wonderful, inspiring and joyful program that brought all levels of our hospital together to share an important message of Humor and Healing"

---Greg Warner, Director of Human Resources, Mayo Medical Center-Rochester, MN

"Dr. Murphy, your lecture on stress management was not only informative, but inspiring and humorous. It often takes someone like yourself to help the rest of us "refocus" on what is truly important in our lives."

---John L. Parker, Rear Admiral, U.S. Coast Guard, Director of Operations and Interagency Support Division  (N31)

"Joan's topics on Humor and Wellness were excellent. People are under such pressure today and you offer a wonderful release valve. Your stories and examples are great and apply to all ages and culture."

---Margaret Moe, R.N., M.S.N., Former Dean, Department of Nursing, Moraine Valley Community College

"Dr. Murphy's message in This Is Your Life brought new meaning to our students as you helped us explore in an energetic and humorous way, personal values and goal setting."

---Penny Murray, Former Dean, School of Nursing, Marquette University

Whether you are having a one to one meeting with her, or have just enjoyed an insightful presentation from her--you leave renewed, uplifted and inspired. Deeply spiritual, highly educated and completely authentic.

--Mary Jo Quick, R.N., M.S., Vice President of Mission and Spirituality, Little Company of Mary Hospital

Professional References

Joan is an AMAZING professional and speaker! She is consistently enthusiastic, engaging and inspirational regardless of the topic she is presenting. She shares stories from her personal and professional experiences, in a manner that anyone in the audience can related to her message. Her positive spirit is contagious!

--Lisa DiMarco, Vice President of Nursing, Little Company of Mary Hospital

She is an 'Encourager' to so many people in inspiring them to achieve their personal and professional goals. Words can say so much, but Actions tell the real story. Her actions, I believe have contributed greatly to Peace for so many people whose lives have been touched by Joan.

--Carol Heenan, R.N., B.S.N., Former Director of Professional Services, Little Company of Mary Hospital

Joan was always self-motivated, energetic and full of innovative ideas. Occasionally I would make suggestions to her---she would then come up with better ones, and I would just say, 'Run with it.' I am forever grateful for having the chance to know and work with her.

--Dr. Kent Armbruster, Vice President/Physician Advisor, Little Company of Mary Hospital