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What Others Are Saying: Client Testimonials

"Amy delivered an unforgettable keynote at our Sales Kick-off in Las Vegas! Her story of resilience, grit and determination resonated with our entire team of sellers. Amy's ability to connect on a deeply personal level is impressive! She shared her life experiences from surviving the bombing of the Alfred P Murrah building to her metamorphosis both physically and professionally, including the superhuman feat of becoming an Ironman - she left the room energized, inspired and ready to take on new challenges. Her authenticity, humor, and actionable advice made a lasting impact and was exactly what we needed to kick off our year!”
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Lance Haffner, EVP, Chief Revenue Officer
Global Payments

"Amy was outstanding! Her energy, passion, and positivity kept our employees engaged from the moment she began speaking. Her story of not only surviving the Oklahoma City bombing but how she has been able to transform her life since then will give hope to anyone who has faced adversity."
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Steve Green, President
Hobby Lobby

"I could have predicted it— her feedback rating is nearly perfect. We enjoyed having Amy join us and share her compelling story and inspiring message."

Linda Scott, Conference & Event Manager
Maine Credit Union League

"Amy was nothing short of exceptional in nature, both as a speaker and as a person!"

Scott Jess, AEMA District 5 Director
Bowling Green University

"Amy Downs' story of fight was fantastic. She is a highly informative speaker who spoke to us and personally made me feel that no matter what happens in life, you have to find a way to fight and never give up!"

Greg Morgenthaler, Associate AD Equipment Operations and AEMA District 2 Director
United States Naval Academy

"The audience feedback was amazing. Everyone found her to be relatable and inspiring. They all loved hearing about her amazing transformation and left feeling like there is something in their lives they think they can change. She really was great."

Deana Falis
State National Companies

"It went over beautifully. Amy is a phenomenal speaker, and everyone was so attentive to her. We really enjoyed her!"

Teresa Carnes
Delaware County R-CORP

"Wow! Amy is a compelling storyteller, and she instantly drew in the audience. She has a way of relating to people, sharing her experience and how she responded to it, in a way that was relevant not only to our industry but every person in the room."

Jennifer Martin, Executive Director
National Automotive Finance Association

"I first heard Amy Downs speak at my Sunday school class and was so impressed that I immediately booked her for my large luncheon series. She was so dynamic. The tragedy she endured is a riveting story, but it’s how she uses the circumstances to inspire life lessons that has the greatest impact. Amy is a gifted storyteller with superior speaking skills. She works hard to tailor her material for the audience so her content connects with them. I would highly recommend Amy."

Jane Jayroe Gamble
Miss America, TV News Anchor, Author, Founder of “Esther Women”

"Amy was the first guest speaker in our spring webinar series. She and her story are both motivational and inspirational. She will make you laugh, cry, and realize that you really can get through anything. We received several emails from our attendees expressing how much they enjoyed her presentation."

Tammy O’Hara, CCUE, AAI, CCD, CIE, Executive Benefit Consultant
OM Financial

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Amy Downs was one of the last survivors to be pulled from the rubble of the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing in which a total of 168 people were killed including 18 of her 33 co-workers. While buried alive and waiting to die, she realized she had never really lived. Once freed from the rubble, Downs promised God she would never live her life the same. She began her career as a teller 32 years ago, working for Federal Employees Credit Union located in the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building. At the time of the bombing, Downs was a credit card loan officer who flunked out of college and weighed more than 350 pounds.

In the coming years, she’d not only lose weight but become a triathlete—and even compete in an Ironman Triathlon. She’d not only go back to school, but she’d graduate with a Masters of Business Administration. She’d not only get promoted by Federal Employees Credit Union (who would soon change their name to Allegiance Credit Union), but she eventually became its CEO—an award-winning CEO, no less. She didn’t just fulfill her promise. She literally ran laps around it.

For nearly twenty years, Amy has been an inspirational subject in national and local media for her survival of the Alfred P. Murrah Building bombing, the deadliest domestic terror attack in our nation’s history. However, Amy now shares a message more powerful than her survival: her transformation in the aftermath. Her inspirational story of triumphant transformation through evil is a crucial message that will leave the audience feeling inspired and open to growth.

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Keynote Speaker and Best Selling Author

Amy Downs, a powerful keynote speaker and author, inspires audiences with her journey from surviving the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing to achieving personal triumphs.

Having faced unimaginable challenges and emerged stronger, Amy's insights drive teams to overcome adversity and achieve extraordinary success. Her experiences resonate with audiences seeking resilience and transformation, helping them turn trials into triumphs and inspire hope through purpose.

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Uplifting Stories

Your audience will laugh, cry and be inspired through stories from Amy’s own experiences.

To Be Challenged

We don’t grow when things are easy. Amy’s keynote encourages people to accept challenges and keep moving forward.

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Every great conference needs a spark, and Amy will set the motivational tone for your event.

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