‘Alison’
Based in George, ‘Alison’ became a household name with national television, newspaper and radio coverage and is one of the best-remembered survivors in South Africa. She not only had an exceptional will to live, but she had and still possesses an unbelievable attitude towards life – and everyone can learn from her.
Her powerfully uplifting presentations reinforce the primary fundamental rule of life – that we all have a ‘choice’ as to how we manage our experiences and our attitude towards life – and over time – she has proven to be one of our best celebrity speakers.
As a motivational speaker, she has shared her remarkable story around the world, inspiring all those who hear her. In brief – one night in 1994 – she was abducted by two men at knife point, repeatedly raped, stabbed and left for dead on the outskirts of Port Elizabeth. Her throat was slit 16 times and she was stabbed 35 times in the abdomen, but Alison held her head up with one hand, her intestines in with the other, and crawled to the road where she collapsed.
In hospital, no-one believed that a person with such severe wounds could possibly live! But she did! No-one who hears Alison’s story will be quite the same afterwards.
"Your contagious spontaneity and dynamic personality set the scene for a totally new learning experience"
J L RaathOld Mutual Insurance
"Alison was amazing, the clients absolutely loved her and said she was such an inspiration! She did everything perfectly."
Dena PantanowitzAlexander Forbes Financial Services (Pty) Ltd
"Excellent. The women enjoyed the session."
Linda GroblerExxaro
"She was amazing, everybody says that she is an inspiration. She was confident, friendly, exceptional, amazing, riveting!"
Belinda MaritzRMD Kwikform
"This has been one of the most affecting, influential and exceptional experiences I have ever had, and my client echoes my sentiments! Alison's warm and accessible style makes the "presentation" personal and warm. It feels as if she is having a chat with a friend over a cup of tea, and as if she is talking to you alone! It is amazing how the story of such a horrifying experience can leave one feeling so uplifted and positive! She was perfect!"
Sugar and Groove
"... the best inspirator in South Africa."
Santam Insurance
"I have yet to experience a speaker who has the natural talent you do to hold an audience encapsulated in the palm of her hand. You have a powerful message to deliver and the ability to do so at any venue in the world"
R McKeeCapital Alliance
"... we have had many speakers over 20 years including the likes of Nelson Mandela and Margaret Thatcher, and no one has gripped us as you did."
Adele Searll Mount Nelson 100 Club
"I had to remind myself to breathe when Alison was telling her story."
John R. ReynoldsStockton, USA
"Never have I seen a speaker getting a standing ovation both before and after a talk!"
Vera HarveyMulti Rand Forum
"By sharing your story, you're helping so many others to believe in themselves and celebrate their uniqueness".
Joelle GomezWomen's Center of San Joaquim County, USA
"The manner in which you speak and the quiet words of wisdom will stay with many who heard you for years to come"
L ReevesInst. of Credit Management
Alison had an incredibly postive effect on the audience and was very well received. She has the rare ability to connect with and touch people through her caring, sincere, honest, energetic and postive approach to life . We highly recommend Alison as a guest/motivational presenter. Alison's talk was perfect.
Consi KalamarasInvestment Solutions Limited
"Alison took my breath away with her honesty, courage, vivaciousness and pure joy for life"
G HajanMtel
"I arranged a Women's day function with a lack of time. Together with Famous Faces my intervention turned out to be a huge success. You are an extraordinary person! Thank you. She was excellent. What a terrific lady."
Deidre ErasmusExxaro Coal
She was lovely and such a positive person. I loved that she spoke from the heart. The video start was great to give context.
Adele WestlakeRegional BDC
