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Al Duncan
The World's Leading Speaker for At-Risk Youth & Troubled Young People
Latest Review · All Reviews (24)
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Al Duncan was high content and exteremly impactful. Students loved Al Duncan becauase he was exteremly practical and personable. For instance, Al's keynote address provided our student-body with practical steps to imporve their personal effectiveness and leadersship qualities. His "Duncan Nuggets" proved to be a instant hit as one student wrote, "I loved Al, he had very common sense ideas that people simply overlook. His "Duncan Nuggests are everyday phrases you can take with you for a long time, and he will conversate with you after the event." Simply said, Al Duncan has style and sustance.
Lionel L. Bailey
Student Development Asso.
Center for Leadership Development
11th Leadership Experience Summit' Tarrant County College-Trinity River Campus
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Bio
Al Duncan is the leading motivational speaker for at risk youth and troubled young people. An internationally recognized authority on youth development and empowerment, Al has delivered Duncan Nuggets, live and in person, to over one million young people around the world. He is frequently called upon by the media to share his expertise and he is the author of My Success Journal For Young People and Get ALL Fired Up! Al has been awarded the Presidents Call to Service Award and The National PTA Lifetime Achievement Award, for his outstanding service in the field of youth development and empowerment.
Devastated, but not defeated
Al was born and raised in one of the most dangerous neighborhoods on the planet in North Philadelphia and by today's standards, would have been labeled an at-risk student. When he was 5 years old he was molested by a male friend of the family.
Emotionally traumatized, it took him years to remember what happened. At the age of 15, Al's world was torn to shreds again when he found out that his father, his childhood hero, was addicted to crack cocaine.
Devastated, but not defeated, Al refused to allow his personal problems stop him. He went on to enjoy careers as a professional saxophone player and a professional chef. His fathers struggle and incredible recovery taught Al that failure is only permanent if you quit.
At the age of 24, he walked away from his musical career and took on the tremendous responsibility of raising his youngest brother who was 12 years old at the time.
Today, as a Cross-Generational Communication Specialist and a leading youth empowerment advocate, Al is a high energy, high content, high impact speaker, lecturer, and motivational powerhouse. Al serves on the Anti-Prejudice Consortium Board of Directors, the American InterContinental University School of Business Advisory Board, the Fulton County Workforce Investment Board of Directors, the Fulton County Youth Council, and is also the steering committee chairman and Life Skills Coach for the Butler Street YMCA's Multicultural Achievers Program. He is also the former executive producer and host of The State of the Mind Address, a self-development television program.
- Duncan Nugget #11: "You are guaranteed to win once you defeat the enemy within because... It's ALL mental!"
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College Education,
Education,
Empowerment,
High School Education,
Inspiring,
Keynote,
Motivational,
Overcoming Adversity,
$5,000-$10,000,
At-Risk Youth,
Atlanta,
Georgia,
Men,
United States
Reviews (24)
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Al Duncan was high content and exteremly impactful. Students loved Al Duncan becauase he was exteremly practical and personable. For instance, Al's keynote address provided our student-body with practical steps to imporve their personal effectiveness and leadersship qualities. His "Duncan Nuggets" proved to be a instant hit as one student wrote, "I loved Al, he had very common sense ideas that people simply overlook. His "Duncan Nuggests are everyday phrases you can take with you for a long time, and he will conversate with you after the event." Simply said, Al Duncan has style and sustance.
Lionel L. Bailey
Student Development Asso.
Center for Leadership Development
11th Leadership Experience Summit' Tarrant County College-Trinity River Campus
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The Virgin Islands Department of Education promoted an initiative to address the needs of our at risk teens throughout our schools and community. We called upon the expert Mr. Al Duncan, to assist in this endeavor. Mr. Duncan’s presentations included a series of workshops which addressed our Youth Empowerment Council in developing a zero tolerance for Gang, Drugs and Violence. Additionally, Mr. Duncan spearheaded and conducted our First Annual Male Empowerment Conference in the V.I.! His astonishing approach in connecting with teens is simply amazing to watch! Mr. Al Duncan’s insightful delivery and ability to identify and address to the needs of our teens kept participants at the edge of their seats! Each attendee certainly left with life changing thoughts and skills which will undoubtedly empower them in creating life changing experiences! The Virgin islands Department of Education salutes Mr. Al Duncan and extends their deepest heartfelt gratitude for stepping up to the challenge and addressing the needs of our future leaders!
Cira E. Burke, Director of Interventions for the St. Thomas/St. John School District
2010 -- The Virgin Islands Department of Education
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The Virgin Islands Department of Education promoted an initiative to address the needs of our at risk teens throughout our schools and community. We called upon the expert Mr. Al Duncan, to assist in this endeavor. Mr. Duncan’s presentations included a series of workshops which addressed our Youth Empowerment Council in developing a zero tolerance for Gang, Drugs and Violence. Additionally, Mr. Duncan spearheaded and conducted our First Annual Male Empowerment Conference in the V.I.! His astonishing approach in connecting with teens is simply amazing to watch! Mr. Al Duncan’s insightful delivery and ability to identify and address to the needs of our teens kept participants at the edge of their seats! Each attendee certainly left with life changing thoughts and skills which will undoubtedly empower them in creating life changing experiences! The Virgin islands Department of Education salutes Mr. Al Duncan and extends their deepest heartfelt gratitude for stepping up to the challenge and addressing the needs of our future leaders!
2010 -- U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Education
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Al Duncan is an amazing speaker with the innate ability to connect with the souls and hearts of others.
Mentoring program for at-risk adolescents
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Hearing Al Duncan speak about his time growing up in North Philadelphia and the circumstances he had to overcome was very inspiring. He had the large student group at St. Johns University out of their seats and in-tune with his message. Mr. Duncan's passion for positively affecting students is transparent. He has an uncanny ability of captivating the audience through his mastery of analogy. Duncan delivers a must-hear message for all students, especially the at-risk youth!
August, 2010 - St. Johns University, New York
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Al Duncan was selected to be the closing speaker for the annual Power Over Prejudice Summit, held each year at Georgia Tech. This event trains nearly 700 middle schools students from some 70 schools each year, in how to deal with bullying, stereotyping and how to embrace differences in all individuals. His goal is to charge the students with insuring that they practice what they have learned and to carry those messages back to the rest of the student bodies. The students respond with excitment and true understanding, so much that is is difficult to get them to leave to return to their schools. Al is truly an inspriation and motivator and has contributed greatly to our organization. Thank you!
Power Over Prejudice Summit/Antiprejudice Consortium
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Al Duncan has that unique ability to simultaneously connect with youth and adults. An immediate kinship was formed with our youth that attended the Youth Conference. For most of our youth it was their first time ever addressing a group of people not their peers and we have no doubt that the confidence to do so came in large measure to their connection with Al Duncan. If you have youth or youth workers that you'd like to hear a motivational speaker give Al a call!
NYATEP YOUTH CONF
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Al Duncan is an awesome speaker. He has been the Life Skills Coach for the Multicultural Achievers program for 6 years. He has been coaching and developing youth to reach their fullest potential. Youth admire him and look forward to hearing him spread his wisdom. He is highly professional and has an outstanding positive attitude.
Every year since 2004 for the Multicultural Achievers Program
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Mr. Duncan was exceptional in his customer service, accomodation and presentation. He responded quickly to my initial request; he was accomodating with respect to my audience and unconventional times, and his presentation was inspiring despite our being a very "tough crowd." You should book him if you can, as soon as you can!
Yolanda Johnson
Atlanta Board of Education Member
District 6
July 24, 2010 - Atlanta, GA for Sister 2 Sister Event
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Mr. Duncan, you are the greatest. Out of all the speakers I heard during my college experience, he moved me the most. Not only does he bring charisma in his speeches, but he gets his audience involved. He also writes great books, after reading "Get ALL Fired Up!†I found that you are exceptional. It was a pleasure to be in the audience to hear you. I know other students feel the same way.
Thanks
Freshman and Sophomore years at Claflin University
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Al Duncan is a wonderful person who brings motivation to every person he comes in contact with. I first heard him speak at the Monster Diversity Leadership Conference in California where he inspired us (students) to be greater than our beliefs. He is truly passionate about the topics that he speaks on, and motivates students to strive for their dreams and believe in them daily.
Monster DLP (2009 & 2010) & GSU (2010)
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I am happy to confirm that Mr. Al Duncan was everything he said he would be--energizing, entertaining, motivational, and a fabulous role model for our students. As director of the local chapter of SADD at Wayne County High School, I highly recommend him as a great speaker to students of all grade levels. Mr. Duncan tailored his presentation to the needs of our school and was an absolute joy to work with. Many students at WCHS are still talking about his presentation and asking that return again next year. Students also commented that he was the best speaker they had ever heard at our school. I highly recommend Mr. Duncan to any school system that wants to make a difference in the lives of their students.
Wayne County High School - Back to School Program
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Mr. Duncan, thank you for being the keynote speaker at the Army Reserve Southeast Regional Youth Leadership Education and Development Summit and Army Reserve Teen Panel Meeting.
You captured our teen's attention… and had them taking notes, which is no small feat considering all of the distractions today's youth have.
Your enthusiasm and engaging manner set the tone for our meeting and positively impacted the lives of those youth in attendance. Thanks again for your inspiring message.
He's been our keynote speaker at several YLEAD Conferences
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Thank you for being the keynote speaker at the DeKalb County Department of Family and Children Services Holiday Gala.
Your engaging manner and message of inspiration went far and said much.
Our employees are still reminding themselves that no matter what has happened or what will happen they will always be a valuable contribution to DFCS.
You truly exceeded our expectations and your words of inspiration and hope will always be remembered.
Keynote Speaker for our 2008 Holiday Gala
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Thank you for bringing a new sense of life to our group. With all the challenges facing our industry, your message of inspiration has given greater definition to the roles we are responsible for each and every day.
Keynote Speaker for our conference
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The students of SC State really enjoyed the encouraging words of wisdom. You opened not only my eyes, but the minds of others eager for success. You really got to the bottom of the secrets of some of the greatest entrepreneurs and taught us some valuable lessons. We are going to take them and use them or success. Thanks Al Duncan for your inspiration.
2009 South Carolina State University
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"Al literally set our group on fire. Students did not want to leave even when the fire alarm went off!"
We use him every year since 2007
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Mr. Duncan, thank you so much for coming to speak to us at Youth Day!
Not only were our young people inspired, but so were the staff members in attendance.
You spoke to the youth on their level and it meant a lot to them. They were impressed by your caring and fun-loving attitude towards them. I appreciate your words of encouragement and kindness.
You are the best and most well received motivational speaker we’ve ever had. The youth expressed how much they enjoyed hearing you speak (and sing!)
Again, thank you!"
Annual Youth Day Conference
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Al, I want to take this time to thank you for a wonderful presentation, a wonderful evening and most of all for inspiring us. What a prefect fit! The students were elated as well as the faculty and staff of IMU.
I want to also say that your inspiring message not only achieved our expectation but reached into our personal lives and with much gratitude I thank you from the bottom of my heart. I look forward to working with you and again, thanks.
Graduation Awards Banquet
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Mr. Duncan,
It was a pleasure hearing your lecture last week at St. John's University. In addition to the energy and motivation you carried throughout your lecture, I thought the content, delivery, and the ability to engage the audience was more impressive.
St. John's University Lecture
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