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Mango Bay Group of Companies held their Annual Staff Awards on May17th, 2024. We went through a list of names of persons before who might be able to do our keynote address. We wanted someone who would light up the room with a message that would resonate with each and every person, and then remembered that Cherita O’Dell whose personal journey we’ve watched, admired and respected, was now a motivational speaker on both the local and international stage. We thought that Cherita’s story would capture the attention of anyone normally easily distracted during a “speech”!

Cherita agreed to be our keynote speaker and…. she totally wowed her audience!!

She based her presentation on parallel experiences with our staff that she had in her earlier years as a hotel employee so that they could easily relate to what she was saying, and then led them through her examples of what great service looks like not by teaching or preaching, but by reminding the team of all the remarkable ways in which they effortlessly provide wonderful, impactful service every day!

The message was positive, enlightening, uplifting and relevant, and one which left every single person in the room feeling so good about themselves at the end of her delivery, and wanting to hear more!!

Thank you Cherita for defining great service at our Staff Awards with your contribution!

We hope to have you with us again in the soon future!!

I have worked with Cherita Odell, in a number of ways over the last decade, and she has been a beacon of light to entrepreneurs, women and creatives. She has a strong appetite to encourage and inspire business people, sharing with them, her testimonies that have worked for her. She shows both her wins and disappointments, shining light and breaking boundaries and embracing challenges. She has an appeal for women as an entrepreneur, a mother and wife. Her appeal also goes to young entrepreneurs because of her youthful spirit and openness. She is extremely entertaining and has no problem engaging audiences. But it is her openness, which appeals to successful business executives. She will add fun, diversity and truth to any speaking engagement she is involved with.

When Cherita enters a room, the energy shifts into an exciting ball of drive, belief and conviction, and she is ready to take the room to levels unknown.

She is a truth teller who speaks of her trials and triumphs with equal parts pride and gratitude.

Cherita will SPEAK LIFE into everything! From concept to execution, her conviction is unwavering and addictive. Cherita is exactly what is needed in times of transformation and growth.

I met Cherita at her “The Climb” event, which was incredible and inspiring. It was also professionally done and well organised. I genuinely admire Cherita for her passion, drive and determination. She is truly passionate about her craft and business. I highly recommend her for any speaking engagements. She is indeed a life changer.

I am thrilled to write this review to express my heartfelt gratitude and admiration for the remarkable guest speaker who graced our annual awards ceremony. Her presence, charisma, and motivational speech left a lasting impression on all of us, and I am honored to have had the opportunity to interact with her.

From the moment she took the stage, it was clear that we were in for a treat. Her warm smile, engaging manner, and infectious energy set the tone for a memorable evening. Her speech was nothing short of extraordinary, filled with poignant stories, valuable insights, and inspiring anecdotes that resonated deeply with our team.

On behalf of our entire team, I would like to extend our deepest gratitude to this remarkable guest speaker for her incredible speech and her time spent with us. We are honored to have had the opportunity to interact with her, and we will always treasure the memories of this special evening.

If you are looking for a guest speaker who can truly inspire and motivate your audience, look no further than Cherita O’Dell. She is an exceptional talent who will leave a lasting impact on anyone who has the pleasure of hearing her speak.

Thank you again for an unforgettable evening!

Insightful, engaging and thought provoking. I’ve had the opportunity to hear Cherita speak on a few occasions – as host, presenter and panelist. On each occasion she spoke with empathy, experience and confidence while showering respect for her audience.

I highly recommend Cherita O’dell as a motivational speaker. I had the pleasure of hearing her speak at an event, and I was truly impressed by her charming presence and inspiring words. Her ability to connect with the audience was exceptional, and she left a lasting impact on everyone in attendance.

So impressed was I by Cherita’s performance that I invited her to speak at DisruptHR for Barbados, and she absolutely blew us away. Her delivery was engaging, her message was powerful, and her passion was contagious. She has a unique ability to motivate and inspire people to reach their full potential, and her energy is simply infectious.

If you’re looking for a motivational speaker who can bring your event to life and leave your audience feeling empowered and inspired, look no further than Cherita O’dell. She is a true professional who delivers a phenomenal performance every time she takes the stage. I highly recommend her without hesitation.

Cherita is an excellent speaker! She has mastered the art of identifying and addressing the true needs of her audience. I look forward to being able to attend another event at which she speaks!

Cherita O’dell is one of those rare people you meet who exemplifies passion and a zest for living that lights up everything they do. I am reminded of the quote, “The most important single influence in the life of a person is another person who is worthy of emulation.” Dr. Paul D Shafer. Cherita is a person to emulate!

If you have an opportunity to collaborate with Cherita O’Dell, go for it! It will be a decision with immeasurable return on investment. Her fortitude, energy, enthusiasm, empathy, humility, charm and intelligence stand as mile high pillars that many of us aspire to. She is a true gem.

It is impossible to more highly recommend Cherita who will always give her priceless advice, selfless support and incredible value to all those that are privileged to work with her. Thank you for being such an inspiration Cherita!

Cherita O’dell provided keynote remarks at the YLAI Virtual Opening orientation for over 250 Fellows, program partners, Government officials, and other guests. I can’t explain in words the depth of the energy that Cherita brought to the event with her remarks! She was inspiring, and authentic, and she connected with attendees from across the region. The YLAI Fellows were completely and utterly blown away by her remarks!

When you think of an inspiring speaker you might think of someone eloquent and energetic—Cherita is those things, but she is also incredibly thoughtful about how she connects with the audience. For YLAI’s remarks, she considered the entrepreneurial journey our Fellows might be on. Since many of them are at different stages in their journeys she provided key points to allow everyone to relate to her differently. She talked about her childhood, schooling, experience as a competitive athlete, growing pains to reach success, and what to do once you climb that mountain.

Cherita is a true inspiration and someone I feel privileged to have worked with for this event. I can’t recommend her enough—she’s a genuine person with fierce energy.

Cherita is a great public speaker – confident, relatable and engaged. She shares her wealth of knowledge in digestible chunks without excessive reliance on props or Powerpoint.

Cherita was on point when she spoke to my team on International Women’s Day. Not only were the topics she brought to the group relatable and extremely relevant to today’s climate, but Cherita’s delivery was so engaging that it left everyone speechless, deep in thought, yet hungry for more. She was absolutely fantastic! A must-do for any progressive organization!

I have had the privilege of attending two events where I saw Cherita operate in her element, and one word to describe her is dynamic. Her storytelling, which includes wealth clues for success, draws you in from beginning to end. Her animated style sets her apart.

While many speakers may have great topics but fail to deliver, this is not the case for Cherita. You can tell she has taken the time to hone her craft and believes in providing value to her audience. She grabs your attention by taking you on a journey, and at the end, you feel a level of excitement and hope for the next step in your journey.

I also love how personable and approachable Cherita is; her energy introduces her before she speaks. If you are looking for a speaker, Cherita should come to mind first, as she infuses her message to connect with any audience. As her slogan says, Cherita Speaks Life.

Professional, open, relatable, authentic, and hilarious are a few of the words that come to mind when I think of any interaction I’ve had with Cherita over the years, and her presentation as our keynote speaker at the just concluded Make Music; Make a Difference (3MD) programme graduation, did not disappoint or lack these characteristics.

She delivered an interactive speech with life nuggets that connected with the adolescent students and those gathered that evening.

It was an excellent experience that not only challenged but encouraged the youth.

On behalf of the bursar and her staff I wanted to express our sincere gratitude for your engaging presentation on “Mind Your Own Business.” Your insights into the importance of focusing on one’s own path and personal growth were both motivating and thought provoking. Your ability to articulate these concepts with such clarity and enthusiasm truly resonated with us. The strategies you shared will undoubtedly help us to concentrate on our own goals and foster a more productive and positive mindset. Thank you once again for your valuable contribution and for inspiring us to embrace a more focused and self-directed approach.

Mrs. Cherita O’dell was the keynote speaker at the 190th Anniversary celebrations of the Barbados Police Service. Her powerful and personal storytelling inspired individuals to reflect on their own journeys and pursue their goals with renewed determination. With her electrifying energy and passion, it encouraged listeners not only to be just motivated but moved people to take action and believe in their potential. On behalf of the Commissioner of Police, Senior Command Team, Members and Staff of the Barbados Police Service, we wish to say thank you for delivering such an impactful and insightful presentation.