"Listening to Meaghan’s presentation, ‘Smiling Through the Pain,’ was a transformative experience. Her willingness to share her lifelong journey with endometriosis was not only soul-touching but served as a powerful reminder that grace should always be our first line of defense. In an industry like hospitality, where we are trained to prioritize the guest’s experience above our own, Meaghan’s vulnerability gave us permission to acknowledge our own hidden struggles. I walked away feeling deeply inspired, with a renewed perspective on the resilience of the human spirit." – Heidi Longton, CAE, CMP, DES, CMM – Chief Events Officer – NYS School Boards Association
"Meaghan delivered a powerful and deeply moving presentation that truly resonated with everyone in the room. In the hospitality world, where showing up with a smile isn’t always easy; her message felt raw, honest, and incredibly relevant. She had a natural ability to draw people in, and even though her story wasn’t the same as everyone else’s, it struck a chord with so many. You could feel the shift in the room as her personal journey unfolded—touching hearts, sparking reflection, and creating a genuine emotional connection that stayed with the audience long after she finished speaking." - April Rounds, Director of Events and Special Projects - Firefighters Association of the State of New York