About the Author

Bill Durkin is an inspirational speaker, teacher and coach with more than 30 years of experience.

Bill Durkin

Author

As founder of One Positive Place, Bill helps patients, family members and healthcare workers excel when it comes to improving their health and well-being. His speeches and courses provide the education and encouragement individuals need to:

  • Thrive by improving their health and well-being
  • Increase their optimism and positive emotions on a daily basis
  • Build the resilience required to bounce back quickly from setbacks
  • Develop better relationships and results in all areas of their life
  • Resolve conflicts in a positive way

Bill began his speaking career working closely with W. Clement Stone. He was responsible for teaching Mr. Stone’s Positive Mental Attitude Program to corporations and correctional facilities around the country. In addition to Mr. Stone, the positive principles and philosophies he teaches have been influenced by the work of Warren Bennis, Marcus Buckingham, Mihily Checsentmehy, Alvin Cohn, David Cooperrider, Stephen Covey, Robert Greenleaf, Bill Hybels, Rushworth Kidder, Marty Seligman, Quint Studer and John Wooden.

Community Service History:

Bill has been President of two non-profit boards (Stauros USA & The National Speakers Association-Illinois Chapter), Chairman of the Corporate Network for the Association of Corporate Growth in Chicago, and was elected as an Alderman in Darien, Illinois.

  • Stauros U.S.A. helps people find meaning, hope and peace in the midst of suffering. Stauros addresses both the physical and spiritual needs of those who suffer, working together so that faith is strengthened and hope flourishes.
  • The National Speakers Association (NSA) is the leading organization for experts who speak professionally. Since 1973, NSA has provided resources and education designed to advance the skills, integrity and value of its members and speaking profession.
  • ACG Chicago is a leader in the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG) global network of over 12,000 professionals. The ACG Chicago mission is to be the premier network in Northern Illinois for experts and decision-making professionals focused on strategies for increasing stakeholder value. Bill was Chairman of the Corporate Network of ACG. The Corporate Network is comprised of senior executives of public and private companies throughout the Chicago area that foster strategic and organic growth.
  • Elected and served four years as an Alderman on the City Council in Darien, Illinois. The principal purpose of the council is to make decisions to help Darien continue to be a vibrant community where individuals, families and organizations thrive.

Recognition as a Speaker and Leader:

  • Bill was honored with the Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) designation. Less than 7 percent of the 5,000 speakers who belong to the International Federation of Professional Speakers hold this designation. The letters CSP following a speaker’s name indicate a professional with proven experience who knows how to deliver results.
  • Bill was selected to the International Who’s Who of Entrepreneurs, an organization that recognizes individuals for their efforts to create economic growth and improved productivity.
  • In addition, Bill has been honored with the prestigious Gold LEAF Award from Metropolitan Family Services, recognizing his outstanding volunteer work that strengthens families and communities.

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