Cheryl Ketchens

We are honored to have Cheryl Ketchens among our distinguished alumni at Jackson College and for her contribution at our fundraising event. She delievered a motivational speech that inspired the audience with her influenctial provision and relatability! Cheryl brings excitment, passion, and energy to the stage and is sure to highlight any event she participates in! Most importantly, her education, diverse work history, and life experience have prepared her to become a successful public speaker, coach, and mentor.

-Brigette Robinson
Director of Alumni
Jackson College

Cheryl Ketchens is an inspirational leader with a zest for life and a huge heart for helping. I had the pleasure of attending Cheryl Ketchens Talk Your Way to the Top professional development event this past winter. From the moment Cheryl started her presentation the room filled with energy. Cheryl is a master at saying what she feels, pushing her boundaries, and helping others push out of their comfort zones to achieve growth.

-Bethany Weems
Environmental Planner
Consumers Energy

In my experience as the event coordinator of the National Society of Black Engineers, I have had the pleasure of working with many of the non-profit industry’s strongest influencers. Cheryl Ketchens ranks among the very best speakers I’ve ever encountered. Her motivational speech on the topics of professional speaking has influenced corporate professionals to speak with confidence, clarity and influence.

Mrs. Ketchens is an electrifying public speaker. Her passion for the subject matter is infectious…she delivers valuable information and audience interaction in an inspiring and entertaining manner.

-Sydney Davis
NSBE Events Coordinator- National Society of Black Engineers

Cheryl presented a one hour speech highlighting her top 3 caregiver survival tips – caring for yourself while caring for others and how to keep yourself motivated and de-stressed. Cheryl is not only creative, but she possesses the rare skill of being able to communicate her ideas and their associated benefits effectively.

-Julie Craft
Community Relations Director , SouthernCare Hospice, Jackson, MI

Cheryl spoke during Black History Month at our school. She gave us valuable, and inspirational information. Her presentation was well received by all attendee’s. Cheryl is a positive role-model for any person, regardless of age, gender or race

-Austin Gates
Teacher, T.A. Wilson Academy

As a former end of life caregiver to a love one, Cheryl understood all too well the struggles of being a primary caregiver and the importance of preserving one’s own emotional health. She was very engaging, passionate, and empowering to our audience and left them with the toolkit the needed to carry out the strategies laid out in her presentation.

-Jennifer Pascoe
BS, CBCS, CBIS Business Office Supervisor Origami Brain Injury Rehabilitation Center Mason, MI , Speaker Chair – Lansing Area Caregiver Retreat

Cheryl continues to be a successful coach, with a thriving business as an Empowerment Coach. She has great public speaking skills, in addition to her coaching and mentor skills, and a passion for helping others.

-Nan Einarson
CTA Certified Coach, Trainer/Mentor Coach, Owner, Make It So Coaching Services

Cheryl was our Keynote Speaker at our Lansing Caregiver Retreat last Spring. We had approximately 300 caregivers attend the event. She touched their hearts. Cheryl gave the caregivers real life experiences as well as resources and techniques for them to better care for themselves along with their loved ones. The feedback from her hour long presentation was great. I would recommend Cheryl to present at other events.

-Lori Brandenburg
LBSW NexCare Health Systems, Chair of the Lansing Caregiver Retreat

Cheryl Ketchens has provided consistency, sound advice and counsel during some of the most tumultuous seasons in my life. Her ability to listen, provide positive, realistic options and assist in developing goals and action steps for success is what qualifies her as a top-tier Life Coach. Her desire to help, her down to earth perspective, spirituality and nurturing has earned her the nickname, “Mother Ketchens.” Everybody goes through seasons of challenge and change and if there is anyone that I would recommend, anyone that would be a support during times of difficulty and struggle, Cheryl Ketchens is the real deal!

-Dennis Norton Jr.
Associate Pastor, Former Workforce Development Resume Writing Expert

Cheryl has an amazing ability to connect with clients and help them analyze how they can improve their professional and personal lives. She helps individuals or groups work through real life situations to understand that power comes from within. She’s funny, genuine and an engaging speaker and collaborator.

Gretchen Smith
Chief Imagination Officer, Outside the Lines Communications

Cheryl Ketchens has helped me to understand that life is a inside joy and you must Work on what is inside of you…clean up all untrue and negative thoughts…change your Thinking and beliefs to create the life you want to live…It is up to you…it is your Responsibility ..life is not happening to you..life is happening through you.

Edna Willoughby
Owner and Founder of Sankofia Galleries, Detroit, MI, Client, Retired Elementary Education Teacher, Detriot Schools

The coaching I received provided me with a clarity and insight. Cheryl is masterful at facilitating the process of re-framing, and streamlining the complexities I faced as I developed a plan for the next chapter in my life.

Lynne Chambers
President, CEO and Principal Owner of Chambers and Associates, Grand Chain ILL

Cheryl Ketchens has been a steady voice of reassurance and wise advice about choices that are healthy for me both physically and psychologically, personally and professionally. She has supported me in my thinking, helping with alternative viewpoints and pathways to help me make the best choices for myself. If you need someone who listens well and respects you as a person as well as supporting AND challenging you to respect your own thinking, talents, and needs, Cheryl can make a tremendous difference in your life.

Meg Anderson
Former Director Principal Residency Network, Center for Collaborative Education, Boston, MASS, Eductional Consult – Leaders & Leaners Consulting Boston, MASS

Cheryl Ketchens is a compassionate thoughtful Life Coach. She helped me to prioritize and strategize in order to get me on the right path and remain on the right path to reach my goals. I highly recommend her services.

Valencia F. Clark
Client

Cheryl is very intelligent, extremely creative and forward thinking. She is a woman with a strong moral compass and a strong work ethic. A woman who expects to work for what she wants and needs and expects the same of others. At the same time she has a strong compassion for others and understands that we do not all have the same abilities. She is very willing to lend her knowledge and her strength to others to help them succeed. She is able to adapt to the abilities of others. And is great at assessing the needs of others and helping them on their level.

Carol Badgley
Retired Nurse, University of Michigan Health Systems, Ann Arbor, MI, Client and Friend

I have been blessed to know Cheryl for over 20 years. She is the most honest, caring, hard working individuals I have ever known. As a caretaker to her parents I witnessed Care, Concern and Selfless Dedication to them. She knows first hand the issues involved with being a caretaker. Cheryl conveys compassion, knowledge and inspiration all wrapped up in a beautiful Spirit.

Bonnie Van Meer
Retired Social Services Worker – State of Michigan, Department of Human Services, Jackson MI, Client and Friend

I have known Cheryl for nearly 20 years. She is a person who likes to help and to serve people. She is a very kind and honest person and is looking for nothing but to help others realize their value in life and discover what life means to them? Life is so…beautiful and she gives us positive thinking and a positive way of looking at life. Cheryl has shown me that when you realize how valuable you are you live by that.

Marie Duong
Owner, Operator of Marie Nails in Jackson, MI, Friend, and Client

Cheryl Ketchens is a job readiness instructor who sub-contracts through Michigan Rehabilitation Services. This program is rich in content, builds confidence, and gives students the opportunity to get some real life work experience while getting paid. I have had this program in my Transitions 10 class for the past four years and highly recommend Cheryl to any school or program that focuses on transitions. Cheryl goes above and beyond for the students. She truly cares about each of them and is vested in helping prepare them for their futures. Cheryl has a good sense of the tools students need to be successful in the work force and in their lives as adults. I cannot say enough positive things about Cheryl and the job readiness program.

Brenda Bolenbaugh
Special Education Teacher, Western High School

I have the pleasure of knowing Mrs. Cheryl Ketchens through my leadership group at Jackson College, Sisters of Strength. Cheryl has donated her time and mentored young people throughout the Jackson community. Because of her educational and professional accomplishments, Cheryl has been an exemplary role model for young women throughout the entire greater Jackson community. Her passion, dedication and commitment to serving others is a testament to her love for mankind. Mrs. Ketchens leadership and guidance has been inspirational to so many which creates a positive energy and embraces excellence.

Kelly A Crum
Assistant Director of Multicultural Affairs, Jackson College