Andy's Biography

Ø      Born, attended school, and still lives in his old neighbourhood in London, Ontario, Canada. For his American friends, London is a two hour drive east of Detroit and a 2 hour drive west of Buffalo, NY.

Ø      High school Student Council President, football & track athlete and class valedictorian. Andy was named the Ernie McTavish Award winner as the top graduate of ’89 for his contributions to the school and community. Under his guidance, his school was crowned Canada’s most spirited high school of 1989 in the MOGA (Most Outrageous Group Activity).

Ø      Dean’s Honour List graduate in history from King’s College at the University of Western Ontario in 1993. He was an orientation week leader for 3 years, acting as the coordinator in ’92, and was named most spirited male graduate of 1993.
 

Andy has developed dynamic and inspiring presentations that have touched the hearts of thousands of people across Canada and the U.S.

Andy, with his Inspiring Excellence Award from his old high school. Pictured is current teacher Paula Cole, Lizz Thibodeau, Andy, Guidance Counsellor Judi Johnston and student leader Megan Warnock

Ø      In 2005 his high school, Laurier in London, Ontario, named him the “Inspiring Excellence” award winner as its most outstanding graduate since 1966! See the “His-story” area of this website for pictures relating to his leadership background.

Through his hilarious comedy and true-life stories, Andy delivers a message that everyone can relate to. His presentations are unique due to his international experience and high-energy style. His message is complemented by his experiences as a leader in high school & university, as a past director of a leadership camp, and his active community involvement.
 

Ø      In February 2006 Andy helped lead a team of 17 volunteers from his church to rebuild homes in the hurricane ravaged Mississippi Gulf Coast. For Andy’s blog on this mission, go to his church’s website at http://www.chalmerslondon.com/mission_team%20day1-2.htm

Ø      In the summer of 2003 Andy & his wife went on a mission trip to Kenya, Africa to
visit the child they sponsor. This was organized with Compassion Canada, an
international Christian Child sponsorship organization. www.compassion.ca

Ø      Active in the London, Ontario community with organizations such as the Terry Fox Run to beat cancer, Easter Seals for disabled kids, South London Neighbourhood Community Centre, Cystic Fibrosis Society, the University of Western Ontario, King’s College, Laurier SS, Hugh O’Brien Youth Foundation, Rotary Youth, the Clan Ross Scottish Society and Chalmers Presbyterian Church.

Ø      Andy talks about leadership, caring and community involvement because he is a caring leader involved in his community!

Ø      Married his best friend Elizabeth in 1998. She is a high school French teacher now on extended leave. She is taking care of the love of their life, a baby girl named Torry, born June 4, 2005.
 

ANDY’s Speaking Experience 

Ø      Since 1992 Andy has been to over 2000 junior & senior high schools, conferences, universities & colleges in every Canadian province and 38 states!

Ø      Ever year, over 105 schools, over 40 youth leadership conferences, plus 50 or more university, college, camp, and community organizations are inspired by Andy!

Ø      He has appeared at all 10 provincial student leadership conferences & 34 state conferences! Andy has appeared at two US national youth leadership conferences and eight Canadian national student leadership conferences.

Andy Thibodeau – Motivating Since 1992
 Andy’s IMPACT Presentations
  London, Ontario, Canada
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