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Greg S. Reid testimonial

"A Standing ovation is how Michael and Bonnie left our audience chanting for more." --Greg S. Reid, Founder Secret Knock
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Marjorie Bynum testimonial

"Great keynote! It was wonderful working with them" --Marjorie Bynum, CAE Vice President, Education & Communications
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Brenda Kelly testimonial

“ It was an inspiration to hear Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey's (founders of Barefoot Wines) story of how they broke all the rules to become the country's #1 best selling wine! From the laundry room to the board room, theirs was an inspiring story of determination...

Gavin Duffy testimonial

"An excellent and inspiring presentation!” -- Gavin Duffy, Entrepreneur, Dragon's Den television show panelist
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Thomas Kruczek testimonial

"Your work at the EBV National Conference was outstanding." -Thomas Kruczek, Dean of College and Business, Lynn University
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Josh Schieffer testimonial

"Being a Veteran with a service disability, you guys have inspired our small family business to give back in a big way." –Josh Schieffer, EBV Member
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Robert Reiss testimonial

The CEO Show “OUTSTANDING speech! Better yet, PERFECT. What an incredible way to end this conference.” -Robert Reiss, Host & CEO, The CEO Show

Jeffrey Hayzlett testimonial

C-Suite Network "Michael and Bonnie’s speech gives a whole new meaning to going Barefoot!!— it now means Entrepreneurial Success at its finest! They rock!" --Jeffrey Hayzlett, Chairman, C-Suite Network

Jason Hull testimonial

"I love Michael and Bonnie's outlook and approach. Refreshing, authentic, and useful." –Jason Hull, Chief Executive Officer, Balanced Edge

Travis Prince testimonial

"Many people agreed that their presentation was the most intriguing and valuable to the entrepreneurs in the audience!" --Travis Prince, C-Suite Conference Attendee

Nancy Munro testimonial

"The reaction from our members was nothing less than superb!" --Nancy Munro, Chapter President, Chicago MIT Enterprise Forum; CEO & Founder, Knowledge Shift

Patrick Snyder testimonial

“Our entire group benefitted from their wisdom. The fact they were so entertaining was simply icing on the cake. We are having them back!” -- Patrick Snyder, Executive Director, USASBE

Jeany Park testimonial

“I'm still thinking about your talk and your amazing story! I find you both incredibly inspiring.” Jeany Park, Videographer, MBA attendee

Mike Black testimonial

PIE “We're going to implement the concepts shared in all our marketing pieces and how we approach sales going forward.” Mike Black, CEO, Mappify.co, and attendee at PIE

David Torrance testimonial

"We enjoyed listening to the lessons that they learned. The worthy cause marketing concept was worth the evening by itself." –David Torrance, President, Executive Forums Dallas, Member, Dallas Area Chamber of Commerce

Michael Zacchea testimonial

"Michael & Bonnie are effective speakers. The Veteran Entrepreneurs appreciated their talk on '7 ways to Reduce Your Need for Capital and Get More Bang for Your Buck'." --Michael Zacchea, Program Manager, Entrepreneur Bootcamp for Veterans

Thuy Thi Nguyen testimonial

Community College League of California "Thank you so much to the Barefoot Spirit team!  I sure enjoyed the talk." --Thuy Thi Nguyen, Interim President and CEO, Community College League of California

Adam Hartung testimonial

"Michael and Bonnie's story tells the audience the all-too-brutal truth about what one really has to do to succeed." Adam Hartung, Contributing Author, Forbes
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Thomas White testimonial

C-Suite Network “Voted #1 Best Speakers at the C-Suite Conference!” – Thomas White, CEO C-Suite Network, Radio Host - Nationally Syndicated “Business Matters”
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Rob Schultz testimonial

“Inspiring talk… and will further enjoy figuring out how to apply your insights to my own journey!” –Rob Schultz, Senior Technology Executive, Persistent

Martha Ann Woods testimonial

“Thank you for your fresh prospective on how to succeed in business! Loved it!” –Martha Ann Woods, OEA attendee

Martha O’Gorman testimonial

“Ingenious marketing tricks at a low cost price tag will make you see how to create a story and buzz around your brand. Fabulous and real, Michael and Bonnie inspire others to win and have fun doing it!” –Martha O’Gorman, Chief Marketing Officer, Liberty Tax...
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Same Kind of Different as Me Has a Timely Message

Same Kind of Different as Me Has a Timely Message

There’s a great flick out there that’s especially relevant now. We highly recommend it to people of all races. This is a message on the road to understanding and equal rights for all regardless of race. Check out Same Kind of Different as Me (available on Netflix)....

Speaking to Influence Podcast

Speaking to Influence Podcast

Michael was interviewed on "Speaking to Influence" by host, Dr. Laura Sicola. To listen to the interview, please click HERE             

3X Value Growth Podcast

3X Value Growth Podcast

M&B were interviewed on the "3X Value Growth" podcast by host, Kerri Salls. To watch the interview, please click the play button below:        

7 Ways to Get Back to Business with Local Focus

7 Ways to Get Back to Business with Local Focus

There is no doubt that the virus has exposed big cracks in our supply chains and distribution systems. Consolidation and efficiency of scale that result in low prices and higher standards of living require the compression of human beings, whether in a city, in office...

Pass the Secret Sauce Podcast

Pass the Secret Sauce Podcast

Michael & Bonnie were interviewed on "Pass the Secret Sauce" by host, Matt Shields. To watch the podcast interview, please click the play button below:          

7 Re-Branding Considerations for Covid-19

7 Re-Branding Considerations for Covid-19

The coronavirus and its consequences will be with us for a long time. What does this mean for business and more specifically, how your brand is perceived? Simply, is it viewed as a necessity or as just a non-essential option? The brands that can sell themselves as...

Our Wish for the Graduating Class of 2020

Our Wish for the Graduating Class of 2020

After six consecutive years of educating international MBA students of entrepreneurship from top universities world-wide, we were pretty disappointed to suddenly have all our events cancelled by the virus! These international students from more than 20 countries...

None of Our Business Podcast

None of Our Business Podcast

M&B were interviewed on the "None of Our Business" podcast by host, Tyee Carr. To watch the interviews, please click the links below: Part 1 Part 2         

The Tony DUrso Show

The Tony DUrso Show

M&B were interviewed on the "Tony DUrso Show" by host, Tony DUrso. To watch the interview, please click the play button below: