Kristin’s Talks
Kristin speaks nationwide, combining her compelling personal story with discussions of the facts around the issues and how best we might address them going forward. Her talks are tailored specifically to each audience in order for attendees to gain the maximum benefit from their time spent with her. Kristin’s talks inspire meaningful conversations, leaving audiences walking away willing to look deep within and continue the dialogue long after she has left the stage.
Kristin often appears as a:
-Conference or event keynote speaker
-Law firm CLE presenter
-Business Clubs/Leadership Organizations presenter
-Women’s event speaker
-Youth Program speaker
Kristin speaks on a variety of topics including but not limited to:
-Addiction & Recovery
-Substance Use & Mental Health Disorders in the Legal Profession
-Employee Spiritual & Emotional Wellness
-Crime & Punishment/Criminal Justice Reform
-Social Justice
-Youth Empowerment
-Transparency & Transformation
To book Kristin as a speaker or for media/podcast appearances, please contact us.
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Email: kristintierney1@gmail.com
Kristin is a person that you feel connected to immediately. When it was her time to speak, she shared her story. A story that took courage to share, not only in her fabulous book but in front of 300 people. She really highlights how anyone can get caught up in the world of addiction and how drugs can drive you to do things that you would have never thought about before the drugs. Kristin’s story instills hope in all those struggling to find the light that is recovery.
—Andrew O'Grady,
Executive Director/CEO
Mid-Hudson Addiction Recovery Centers, Inc.
Kristin’s joie de vivre is infectious. She inspired the audience of formerly incarcerated men and women, not only because of her obvious success since her own incarceration but also because she does not hide the failures that came before. Kristin’s hopeful message is not just for people with addictions or who have been incarcerated; it’s universal. Anyone will benefit from and feel inspired by hearing Kristin speak. Kristin was a warm and engaging speaker. She is full of insights, and her words have the undeniable ring of truth.
—Laney Ellisor,
Oregon Women Lawyers for a Fresh Start
Kristin came to the Multnomah County Chapter of Women Lawyers Queen's Bench luncheon and shared her compelling story. You could have heard a pin drop as she recounted her heartbreaking experiences with raw detail. Audience members were nearly moved to tears, not because of the tragic aspects, but because her story of redemption is so beautiful and powerful. Kristin is an incredible inspiration and so many of us could not stop thinking about her impactful presentation long after it was over.
—Elizabeth Ballard Colgrove,
Queen's Bench 2019 President
Kristin's presentation at our 25th Annual Inspire Luncheon was authentic and impassioned, captivating our audience immediately. She successfully invited those in attendance to feel the pain of her experience, and revel in her successful recovery. We were all deeply affected and touched by her resilience and strength: an inspiration to everyone in the room!
—Susan Stoltenberg, Executive Director,
YWCA of Greater Portland
Kristin Tierney spoke at A Village for One's 4th Annual Banquet and Auction in 2016. Ms. Tierney was very professional in her interactions with our organization prior to the event, and was very diligent in making sure she understood the mission of our organization and the goals of the event. Her presentation received wonderful reviews from those in attendance.
—Cassandra Trahan LCSW, RN,
A Village for One Co-founder & Executive Director
Kristin speaks openly and with grace. Her honesty is in the telling. She shares her warmth, understanding, humor and self-awareness, modeling humility, hope, and a sense of purpose. When answering student questions, she made no apologies and instead demonstrated her role in making various decisions. She delivers a great message for anyone—in high school or not. As long as I’m still teaching, I want Kristin to return to tell her tale of trauma and survival to others.
–Liz Danek, English Teacher
Central Catholic High School, Portland, Oregon