"Sue Smiley possesses a wealth of personal and professional knowledge about grief, which she shares with compassion and enthusiasm. She is a dynamic energetic speaker with the ability to capture the audience and connect with them."

Lillian Cochrane RN, CHPCN(C) Palliative Care Program Coordinator VON Annapolis Valley

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"Sue's dynamic personality coupled with her raw honesty and sensitivity was an excellent fit for our organizational in-service. She gave them tools to find joy in their work."

Amy Parsons, Educational Interpreter Consultant, Atlantic Provinces Special Education Authority

 

 
"Sue's passion translates into unique perspectives which reach a wide variety of people.  Through humour and honesty Sue is very open about sharing her experiences, which helps everyone around her communicate more openly. Our staff appreciated her stories, methods and insight into how to make our workplace a happier and more productive one."
Rachel Turner Director of Human Resources & Administration, Town of Wolfville

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"There are a few stories I can tell about Sue but they tend to have some common threads. The thread that stands out for me is her uncompromising connections with people she meets. When you are with Sue, Sue is with you."
Ron Lehr Professor, Counseling Program - Acadia University

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"Sue Smiley is entirely engaging - her personality and her facilitation style are both extraverted and captivating - but in a way that creates wonderful safe spaces for dialogue and learning. Her empathy and compassion form a firm base for a profound respect for the individual and her/his journey."
Patrick Donahoe NSCC College Registrar