JoAnn Contorno’s dynamic personality and unique speaking style generate enthusiasm in her audiences. If asked what she would like to accomplish through her presentations, she would say, “I am passionate about lighting up peoples faith journey. Giving them spiritual tools to help them understand their faith and become more active in it. I’d like to see them shine.”

Client List

  • Vine of Grace Women’s Retreat Ministries | Tucson, AZ

  • St. Mark the Evangelist | Oro Valley AZ

  • Corpus Christi Women’s Retreat | Tucson, AZ

  • Diocese of Wyoming, Casper | WY

  • St. Elizabeth Ann Seton’s Women’s Group | Tucson, AZ

  • Salpointe Catholic High School Faculty | Tucson AZ

  • St. Peter and Paul Women’s Group | Tucson, AZ

  • St. Cyril School Faculty | Tucson, AZ

  • University of Arizona Newman Center Sustainability Board Fundraiser | Tucson, AZ

  • Life Connections | Prescott, AZ

  • Arizona Correctional Educators, Inc.

  • Women’s Club of Arizona

  • Arizona State High School Student Council Association

  • Superior Court of Arizona

  • U.S. District Court | Phoenix & Utah

  • National Hispanic Employment Program | Las Vegas, NV

  • Woman’s Network of Rapid City, Inc.

  • Directors of Volunteer Services | Austin, TX
  • Banner Estrella Hospital | Phoenix, AZ
  • Veterans Administration | Tucson, AZ

  • Mayo Clinic | Scottsdale, AZ
  • American Hospital Association | Washington DC
  • Spokane Medical Center | Spokane, WA
  • Internal Revenue Service

  • Pima County Medical Society
  • Oro Valley Leadership Council

  • IBM

  • Motorola

  • University of Arizona Sports, Agriculture and Music

  • Weight Watchers | Ill, NJ

  • Pima County Medical Society

  • Hispanic Employment Program

  • Del Webb | Sun City, AZ

  • Splendido at Rancho Vistoso | Oro Valley, AZ

  • University Medical Center
  • Tucson Medical Center
  • Tucson Unified School District
  • Intergroup

Testimonials

JoAnn’s comedy is a real blend of seasoned wit and playful story-telling. Her book invites one to find humor in chaos, and God’s support on the journey.

Father John Paul Forte, OP pastor, St. Thomas More Catholic Newman Center, Tucson, AZ
Thank You!  Thank You!  You gave the Newman ladies a wonderfully inspirational and enjoyable afternoon with your talk.  You provided us a great kick-off to our year and made it fun.
JoAnn Sayre
If I could describe JoAnn Contorno it would be…a powerhouse dynamo!  Her inspirational message, combined with humor and passion is captivating.  Almost instantly..she has her audience in stitches…laughter filling the room until her last words of encouragement are spoken.
Erin Blanchette, Vine of Grace Retreat Ministry, Inc.

On behalf of the members of the Michigan Association of Healthcare Advocates that attended the 58th Annual Meeting and Educational Institute, I thank you profusely for your very talented presentation at our conference on June 13th and 14th at the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island.

Our members completed program Evaluations, and I am pleased to say that the comments received on your workshop and closing were nothing but positive. Do the words fantastic, wonderful, outstanding, funny sound familiar? Those were the comments we received. One of the questions asked was; how did you feel after JoAnn’s closing presentation? Here are just some of the words: inspired, empowered, relaxed, I am ready to get off the bench!

Your presentation was greatly appreciated by all at the meeting. Thank you once again for being our own personal “cheerleader” for a short time.

Vicki Chatland, President Elect, Michigan Association of Healthcare Advocates

Ms. Contorno’s program gave adults and children alike a real boost, and a lot of encouragement!

Marana Unified School District

…the benefit to workshop participants is unmeasurable.

Idaho National Engineering Laboratory

She gave me a new blueprint in my life to build on.

Superior Court Education & Training Dept.

…truly spirited and motivational

Probation Officer, United States

…a true asset to the facuilty and a personal inspiration.

International Jazz & Pop Harpfest

…belly laughed, and learned something at the same time.

Sahuaro Girl Scout Council, Inc.

She’s another Erma Bombeck.

Member, Weight Watchers

JoAnn was inspiring and absolutely hysterical. She related her presentation perfectly to the multi-housing industry and left the crowd wanting more.

(Excerpt from ‘Tucson Goes for the Gold’ – Apartment News, November 2013)

Joanna Grassinger

We’ve had 100% positive feedback from all who were in attendance. Our Town Manager even said something along the lines of “If I wasn’t laughing, I was taking notes!”

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