"Mark was an excellent speaker, and exactly what we needed in our unit for our safety stand-down."
     Gunman Sgt. Klaus Owens, 3d LAAD Bn


"Mark Manion was a phenominal speaker.  Mark's message really hit home, the presentation has changed many people's outlook on drinking and driving."


"Hearing from someone who was impacted by drinking and driving and is in a wheelchair proved to be far more effective than listening to a PowerPoint presentation from an individual standing on his or her own two feet."


"Listening to the tragic life-changing events truly struck a chord with the audience."


"I would strongly recommend the presentation to any group at any venue."
     Lt. JG Mike O'Sullivan, U.S. Navy, Helicopter Squadron


"Mark's plight put a face to the horror stories of victims of drunk driving."
     Student, Police Academy


"Mark's story is direct evidence on why we should not give anyone a break with drinking and driving."
     Student, Police Academy


"Mr. Manion has a very inspiring life story and definitely motivates me to arrest drunk drivers."
     Student, Police Academy


"I can't imagine anyone who sat through this class ever drinking and driving or letting a drunk driver go."
     Student, Police Academy


"Your story is very powerful and compelling, and your sharing it with us served to heighten our collective sensitivities to making good choices with regard to drinking and driving.  yo make a difference in our lives."
     John B. Sturges III, Captain, U.S. Navy


"Sharing your story will impact our Marines and their future actions."
     B.A. Hines, Commanding Officer, USMC


"Your presentation was informative and beneficial as well as entertaining and increased our awareness towards this serious issue."
     A.M. Garcia, Commander, U.S.  Navy