What our clients say...

In Business...

When combined, Dr. Goins' myriad gifts, experience, and education create a unique blend of talent that support learning and development in and outside the classroom - and in very unique ways... If you have training needs in communication, leadership, and related areas or just wish to inspire your colleagues, I highly recommend Dr. Terilyn Goins.

Doug Gallear, HR Director, CNU


In my years as an executive, consultant, and leadership researcher and educator, your program ranks among the very best I have experienced in terms of clarity of message and effectiveness of communicating that message.

Robert Colvin, Ph.D., CNU, Public Affairs

Your powerful message touched my heart and caused me to reflect on what leadership means to me - both at and away from work. Your highly motivational performance was certainly the highlight of this year's program.

Williams, Director, Commonwealth of Virginia, Commonwealth's Attorney's Services Council

Your genuine talent and unique program was an inspiration to everyone in the room as evidenced by the resounding positive remarks... We appreciate your exploration of the topic, 'leadership,' and how your program was able to weave the entertainment side of song and word into an atmosphere of personal reflection.

Jones, Program Coordinator, Professional Executive Leadership School (PELS), University of Richmond

It was just what we needed - laughter - and you did keep us laughing the entire time! You have an amazing ability to relate to all types of personalities; your wit and humor touched everyone in a positive way.

Spady, Department of Newport News Social Services

Thank you for your awesome presentation. You emanated compassion and sincerity and everyone in the audience experienced it.

Libby Garrett, Orphan Helpers/Greg Garrett Realty

In Church...

The combination of music and humor identified with the difficulties we are facing everyday.

Richard Harrell, DDiv., Pastor, Boones Mill Baptist Church

Terilyn's deep faith radiates through engaging presentations punctuated by stories and songs. She has been blessed with one of the most beautiful singing voices I have ever encountered. With no reservations whatsoever, I recommend Dr. Terilyn Goins to anyone who is looking for a talented and dynamic speaker/singer to give a talk or to lead a retreat, conference or workshop.

Dr. Robert D. Marston, Rector, St. Andrew's Episcopal Church


I want to thank you for the wonderful program you presented... All who attended enjoyed your inspiring words and wonderful songs. I could listn to you sing all night long!

Brightbill, Evangelism Commmittee Chair, FUMC of Fox Hill

Speaking for the whole congregation, I can say how grateful we were for the leadership you shared with us at our retreat.

Bailey, Christ Episcopal Church

You are an excellent singer and speaker and we look forward to having you return for another outstanding performance.

Heil-Borchert, Associate Pastor, North Riverside Baptist Church

In Education...

Dr. Goins far exceeded my greatest expectations. Her presentation combined specific leadership principles with music in a way that seemed magical.

Hill, Band Director, Smithfield High School


She uses inspirational and motivational elements to reach through mundane verbiage and make personal communication connections with everyone in the audience. Mooza, student; You are the best!! Thanks for being such an awesome professor, mentor and woman. You truly taught me so much; thank you. Russo, student; You are such an awesome life educator and I am so lucky to have finally taken two of your classes this semester! Stevens, student; Dr. Goins' energy and personality are contagious. She has a spirit about her I really enjoy. Coulson, student

Christopher Newport University alumni


You are the best!! Thanks for being such an awesome professor, mentor and woman. You truly taught me so much; thank you.

Rosie Russo, Christopher Newport University graduate


Thank you again for making a difference in our lives through your desire to see people rise to their fullest potential as leaders.

Brian Larson, Associate Director of Leadership Programs, Christopher Newport University