what people are saying
Dr. Miriam’s Testimonials
From in-person keynotes to virtual workshops, Dr. Miriam Kirmayer inspires connection with research-backed strategies and a healthy dose of humor and humanity. Don’t just take our word for it— see what others are saying.
Attendee, 2024
“Amazing insight. Very engaging.
Upbeat presentation with lots of actionable strategies for developing communication skills for enhancing all connections.”
Attendee
PacificWest Conference
Attendee, 2024
“Informative, fueling, engaging, expanding and connective presentation and discussion about our everyday and special relationships.”
Attendee
PacificWest Conference
Attendee, 2024
“Truly an inspiration and valuable insight of information to take in. A great session to create better and deeper knowledge of yourself and others.”
Eye opening to how to connect in all aspects. I love it. It was worth it”
Attendee
Maritime Conference on Developmental Disabilities and Autism
Attendees, 2024
“Invaluable life skills”
“As someone who previously worked in recruitment for years, this is the kind of presentation that would benefit student organizations in how to build meaningful connections within social and early professional settings.”
Attendees,
Women’s Leadership Conference
Attendees, 2024
“Timely, insightful, actionable”
How to use the different archetypes to become a connector and become the support archetype that you need and other needs in any given moment.”
Attendees,
Women’s Leadership Conference
Attendee, 2024
“Life changing… tapped into so many of the challenges I’m currently experiencing in a way that made me see both why things are challenging and how I could move through it.”
Attendee,
Women’s Leadership Conference
Attendee, 2024
“Eye opening and incredibly inspiring! So many topics that were touched on were things I thought I was struggling with alone. This session helped me see that what I am feeling is normal for so many other women. Which helps me feel as if I can reach out more and ask for help or support. Thank you so much!”
Attendee,
Women’s Leadership Conference
Attendee, 2024
“Exactly what I needed!”
“This session was a fantastic way to put words to concepts that feel intangible. Very eye-opening!”
Attendee,
Women’s Leadership Conference
Attendee, 2024
“Flipping the script is doable! This session gave me practical ways to better support others and to accept support in my own life.”
Attendee,
Women’s Leadership Conference
Attendee, 2024
“Dr. Kirmayer's session felt like she reached into my head and said the things I've been struggling to put into words. I learned that the connection I strive for is scientifically backed. I walk away from the session today inspired to offer and receive the connection I want to put into the world.”
Attendee,
Women’s Leadership Conference
Attendee, 2024
“Life giving. She’s dynamic! Her energy is great and infectious!”
“I could sense the passion behind the information and appreciated the engagement pieces.”
“Insightful and actionable recommendations.”
Attendee,
Cultural Care
Attendee, 2024
“Must listen. Well worth attending.”
“I learned so much about connecting with people and how to do it and grow friendships! It was marvelous.”
Attendee,
Cultural Care
Attendee, 2024
“Great information to be intentional to build relationships”
“I feel like she spoke directly to me.”
“It’s what life is all about and you simplified the message to 700 attendees.”
Attendee,
Cultural Care
Attendee, 2024
“Beyond connecting with us as service providers in the Cultural care community, I have a son struggling to make new friends. Your speech very much connected with me in trying to help him bridge this very difficult time… Thank you for your insights!”
Attendee
Cultural Care
Laurel Meyer, 2024
“Energizing and meaningful opening keynote– a great way to start our event – it warmed people up for the day and got them excited about making connections throughout the conference!
Dr. Miriam wasn’t just our keynote speaker, she was an active participant in our conference – she engaged with conference attendees, attended workshops, introduced herself to our other keynote speaker, and made meaningful connections during our happy hour networking event after the official program ended. She doesn’t just talk about connections – she makes connections with those she encounters!”
Laurel Meyer
Women’s Leadership Conference Co-Chair
Liza Rogers, 2024
"I'm truly inspired by Dr. Miriam Kirmayer. Her enthusiasm for mental health and her ability to connect with people on a deep level are truly remarkable. As a business owner and social networker, I value her clinical insights. Her presentation at the Pacific West Conference was a highlight. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking inspiration and practical advice."
Liza Rogers
Founder, Women's Real Estate Network
Elizabeth Weiner, 2023
“You would be hard pressed to find a speaker who delivers her subject matter with more warmth and authenticity than Miriam. She is truly an expert on friendship who engages her audience with fascinating insights about maintaining the connections that nourish us and making the often difficult decision to sever the ones that no longer serve us. It’s been two weeks since we had the privilege of having her speak at our event, and we are still getting feedback about how incredible and impactful Miriam’s talk was. We are so looking forward to having her back for a “part two”!”
Elizabeth Weiner
Co-Chair, Jewish General Hospital - The Auxiliary Fundraiser
Sidra Rubin, 2023
“I came across Miriam online and was instantly captivated by her subject matter, content and information. We hired her for a women’s fundraising event recently and she gave the most incredible talk. She was warm, relatable and most importantly, full of snippets of key points about friendship that we have all thought about at one point or another. Read her material, listen to her podcasts and go listen to her speak if you can, you won’t regret it!”
Sidra Rubin
Co-Chair, Jewish General Hospital - The Auxiliary Fundraiser
Iva Kubickova, 2023
“Miriam's appearance attracted an impressive sign-up to the event, which was sold out almost immediately after it was released. Thanks to Miriam, the evening was a resounding triumph with fantastic feedback from all participants that laid the foundation for many great relationships. Thank you for a truly remarkable and impactful event! We are grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with someone who brings a creative flair that adds that extra touch of magic."
Iva Kubickova
Global Director, Membership & Marketing | WNORTH
Meredith Sedgwick, 2023
“Dr. Miriam gave a wonderful speaking session and Q&A at a brand event for one of our clients. She did an excellent job and made sure to engage the group throughout her time with us, even as far as staying after her session to continue conversations. She was receptive to feedback, open to collaboration, and was communicative throughout the entire process. We received nothing but positive notes from those in attendance and from our client.”