Dee Hankins

Life Throws Curveballs but Even Curveballs Can Be Hit For Home Runs!

Travels from Los Angeles CA, USA

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Speaks on:

Personal Growth

Resilience

Speaks to:

K-12 Education

Nonprofits & NGOs

Formats:

Keynote

Dee's Bio

Dee Hankins isn't just a speaker; he's a living testament to the power of resilience, transforming life's "curveballs" into "home runs." With a captivating blend of authenticity, humor, and raw honesty, Dee empowers individuals to unlock their inner strength and overcome adversity. His journey began in the foster care system at two months old, navigating 12 different homes. Yet, Dee defied the odds, finding stability through education, excelling in track at Long Beach State, and earning a B.S. in Criminal Justice. As a nationally acclaimed inspirational speaker, Dee is renowned for his ability to connect deeply with audiences by masterfully weaving his powerful story with practical strategies, helping students, professionals, and parents shift perspectives, build accountability, and strive for lasting growth. Whether through staff development workshops, keynotes, or school assemblies, Dee's message resonates, leaving the audience with a powerful belief that resilience is everything.


Dee Offers the Following Talks

ResiliencePersonal Growth

Resilience Is Everything

  • Renewed Purpose: Audiences leave with a revitalized sense of direction and meaning.

  • Actionable Tools: Attendees gain practical strategies and concrete methods to apply resilience in their lives.

  • Empowered Belief: Participants develop a strong conviction that they possess the inherent ability to overcome adversity, understanding that "resilience is everything."

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