Here's some things that have been said about Ryan
“I heard Ryan speak a number of times, presenting 'Make Your Own Lunch' and was awe inspired by his eloquence and insight. When preparing for a function, I thought of Ryan immediately as one of our keynote presenters. Our event wouldn't have been the same without him and I received many glowing comments from those in attendance. I would highly recommend booking Ryan and his 'Make Your Own Lunch' presentation to anyone looking for a thought provoking and entertaining keynote.”
Tiffany St-Germain, Owner
ShopAware.com
“I was immediately impressed with Ryan Porter from the first time I met him. Little did I know that his persona on stage would be even more dynamic and engaging. His captivating style and truly personal stories teach strong lessons about our purpose on this planet and how we create our own futures. I left feeling inspired, motivated and encouraged – to not only make better choices, but to show gratitude each day for the choices I had to make. Thanks Ryan, for having the courage and commitment to take your message to the world!”
Jude Smiley, Owner
Big Life Enterprises & Rainmakers Management Consulting
"On meeting Ryan Porter, it becomes immediately apparent that you're communicating with an individual who's extremely focused, creative and forward thinking.
When watching Ryan present "Make Your Own Lunch," his ability to relate powerfully with his audience by intertwining doable concepts, illustrated by real-life stories, captures his audience's attention and keeps them locked-in with his energetic and captivating presentation style.
The “Make Your Own Lunch” program powerfully hits the mark by focusing on the much needed abilities of being clear about what you want to create and then proactive about taking personal responsibility to make it happen. By the end of the presentation, Ryan has empowered his audience to shift into possibility thinking to take charge of their future with a “can-do” attitude!"
Jamie Crookston, "The Goal Guy"
Life Skills Coach & OwnerLifeset"I found that your confidence and passion for what you were talking about made it hard not to watch! I loved how you related your ideas to our everyday lives and would love to hear you again!
I NEVER WANTED IT TO END! Very original"
Amanda -- Student
"I found the presentation very much like a wake-up call. It was extremely interesting, timely and I could relate to all of the presenter's speech. He spoke very well and his style was very much like ours. I really enjoyed the presentation!"
Paula -- Student
"I found your presentation very powerful. It was a great motivating experience for all of the students. The presentation was entertaining, while providing valuable information. This program would be a great asset to our school system
Thank-you again for coming to our school, your presentation had a big impact!"
Shelley Parker, EA, Ajax High School
"IT WAS AMAZING!!!"
Shariika -- Student "Ryan was so funny and not one minute I felt bored!!! His presence was so relaxed and welcoming. His personality was realistic and outstanding! I loved his sense of humour and his passion for the students in high school or in post-secondary. I love the presentation a lot! I find it interesting and itriguing. His stories were motivating and made me want to challenge myself in reaching my goals"
J Monton -- Student
"Ryan was awesome! It’s like he was a kid himself, like us, and it seems he can move the crowd… It has had an impact on me because every time I think about life, I’ll always think about Make Your Own Lunch stories and how they affected him [Ryan] and how they can affect me also..."
N Brown -- Student
"The presentation was inspiring… He was amazing, very funny. I love the fact that he related life to food."
C Lewis -- Student
"I have just attended an excellent presentation, 'Make Your Own Lunch' that held the students enrapt. The presentation provided both students and staff with strategies and perspectives to refocus our approach to life and the situations we find ourselves apart. Students began to see the values behind the "things" they identify as future success and their long-term goals.
They were challenged to see how these values could be achieved with or without the 'things' they believed they sought. The presentation used a very structured and metaphorical process for students to recognize what is important to them, accept these values and themselves and teach other people how to treat them as individuals on a day-to-day basis."
Susan Raeuburn-Gibson, Behavioural Intervention Class - Teacher, Ajax High School "The presentation made me more aware of my life and future..."
Valerie -- Student
"I thought Ryan was very funny and surprising! If I were to see him walking normally on the street, I would not have thought he was a teacher and has been to Japan"
S Sidny -- Student
"Ryan was a funny man who had lots of humour [which] added to his stories. His style was unique and liked how he made it simple by comparing things to food."
Anonymous Student
"I thought it was very inspiring."
L DiIacovo -- Student
"The jokes and stories were hilarious!"
Anonymous Student
"The presentation, I think, is relatable to each and every single person’s life… Ryan was a fantastic speaker. This is because for each section of the presentation he had some sort of personal experience. These life stories were funny."
Z Pelletteri -- Student
"BALLIN!!! It was really good. I thought it was going to be one of those boring presentations where I fall asleep but it turned out to be really, really good… It had a great affect on me. I thought about everything he said and it made a lot of sense. He was really alive in the presentation and I LOVED his stories… It made me realize that you control your future. I loved the stories!"
S Massie -- Student
"I thought the presentation was awesome! The presenter (Ryan) was amazing!"
Anonymous Student
"He was really funny. He told jokes to make us laugh but then he connected it to real life to make us realize our potential"
A Faizi -- Student
"The presentation was amazing. I LOVED the stories and how they related to the original topic… Ryan was amazingly cool and funny."
Anonymous Student
"...The delivery was incredible! The message was a good message to be sending to kids!"
Anonymous Student
"Ryan was a funny guy who was an excellent speaker. Even though he was young he seemed very professional with a lot of experience."
M Corless -- Student
“I thought the presentation was very educational and taught us a lot about everyday life. The presenter really got through to us in a way most teachers can't”
Anonymous Student
"Ryan was funny and seemed very friendly and confident. He also seemed very approachable."
L Kiely -- Student
“…He used great stories and converted them into good strong points. I learned a lot from this and will be able to carry what I learned into my everyday life. This presentation was very well put together and I would recommend having this around all schools as you can learn some valuable information from a guy like Ryan.”
Steve C. -- Student
“I loved the presentation Make Your Own Lunch! I enjoyed every part of it for many reasons. The young guy was very cool… He was easy to listen to because we could tell that he was in the exact same position we are.”
Anonymous Student
"…It gives you inspiration on how you can chase your dreams and make it real…"
Anonymous Student
"I really liked the way Ryan was presenting. The information and his stories were really interesting. His voices didn’t stay the same but it changed so we could really pay attention."
Anonymous Student
“He explained the situations we face in everyday life, explaining how we need to overcome what is wrong step by step, conquering the things in front of us. To connect the dots and reach our nearest goal.”
Anonymous Student
"You can feel that he cares for what he is talking about. I was intrigued constantly."
Anonymous Student
"Wear a suit"
Anonymous Student
