"Dennis Gillan has an important message that needs to be heard. He shares his personal, hard, difficult story with such raw honesty. Yet, he is a gifted and entertaining speaker that interjects humor in appropriate and timely ways. I highly recommend Dennis Gillan to come speak to your group or organization."

Rev. Rhett Sanders, Pastor of Blythewood Presbyterian Church

"Dennis came to our campus in the Fall of 2017 and shared his personal story of the loss of his 2 brothers to suicide.  He shared the impact it had on his life and offered hope, encouragement, and resources to our students who may have personal experience in this area.  He connected well with our students and captured their attention with his straight forward and honest presentation.  He spoke on a very “heavy” and difficult subject, suicide, but the message was one of hope and encouragement.  Dennis was a great addition to our speaking schedule and I wouldn’t hesitate to have him back again."

Dr. Wendi Santee, Vice President of Student Success

“Dennis Gillan is effective in tearing down the walls of silence which long have surrounded the issue of mental health, especially depression and suicide.  His approach is gentle, testimonial, and even sometimes humorous.  Several students made the decision to seek help through Counseling Services following his presentation at Gardner-Webb University.”

 Grace and peace,"

Tracy C. Jessup, Vice President for Christian Life and Service; Senior Minister to the University