Roslyn is frequently invited to speak for a variety of diverse community organizations from associations and libraries to womens' clubs, service clubs and more. She speaks for non-profits, fundraisers, gala events and other.
What community groups are saying...
Watch video samples with testimonials below from Roslyn's keynote presentations
at Heritage Springs Golf & Country Club in Trinity, Florida and the Hillsborough County Medical Association Annual Gala
at Heritage Springs Golf & Country Club in Trinity, Florida and the Hillsborough County Medical Association Annual Gala
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, "Roslyn Franken gave a stirring, inspiring presentation to our 40th Florida Bibliophile Society luncheon on May 26, 2024. It was a moment of great celebration for FBS and our 40 years of focus on all things bibliophilic, and having Roslyn as our inspiring keynote speaker further accentuated our group‘s focus on books, learning, writers and our efforts to highlight these connections. Roslyn’s poignant experiences with her parents and their Holocaust and WWII suffering in Asia, and their mighty survival and triumph, accentuated what FBS holds dear, and that’s the power and impact of the printed word to tell our story, find the connections, and simply make us all more humane. Books define us. Books connect us. Books make us human. Roslyn Franken and her book and her presentation gave us all this bedrock of humanity and hope for our future."
~ Ben Wiley, Florida Bibliophile Society, Vice President
"What Roslyn taught us was that childhood/adult trauma and suffering does not provide us with an excuse for our problems. We must use the insights and lessons learned to refocus on the good so that we free ourselves from the harm. What a wonderful message, spoken by such a unique, and humble person as Roslyn Franken. I thank Roslyn for sharing her inspirational story and reminding us of why we advocate and volunteer for the children."
~ Lawrence Clermont, President, Pinellas County Council PTA (Parent Teacher Association)
"Your presentation was fantastic and truly impactful for those who attended. You are a compelling speaker, and your parents' story is a beautiful testament to hope, strength, and love. Your commitment to keeping the stories of Holocaust Survivors and Victims alive truly aligns with the Florida Holocaust Museum's mission of remembrance and education. We were honored to have you present. We were truly impressed with your presentation and your commitment to the mission. You and you work are a gift to our community."
~ Miranda Brenner, Director of Public Programs, Florida Holocaust Museum
“I would like to thank you, Roslyn, on behalf of the cBa Membership for your presentation about your book, Meant to Be. It was one of the most profound presentations and stories we have had the pleasure of at our meetings in the past 36 years and the first to receive a standing ovation.”
~ Robert Nemchin, Vice President, Capital Business Association
"Roslyn Franken’s inspiring story, and the truly amazing story of her parents, captivated our audience. Ms. Franken personalized a time of tragic events that many of us only read about. Her tale makes history come alive and connects us to her parents’ vivid example of the triumph of love and the human spirit over adversity."
~ The Friends of Hugh Embry Library, Dade City, Florida
"....Roslyn Franken mesmerizes you from the stage, and yet humbly speaks directly to each person in the room as if in a private conversation. She has a true talent for portraying the lives and story of her parents and also herself as both she and her mother simultaneously struggled through chemotherapy to overcome cancer. She tells the tale of struggle through the eyes of a daughter of a POW and a Holocaust survivor- she is a gift to the heart and soul of every person who is privileged to hear her tell the story of survival and love."
~ Susan Heiler, President, 2018 Lake Jovita Woman’s Club
"In “Meant to Be”, Roslyn tells the remarkable story of her parent's ability to survive and thrive against all odds. Their amazing courage is an inspiration to us all, and the Largo Public Library highly recommends this wonderful, uplifting presentation."
~ Sarah Haney, Adult Services Librarian, Largo Public Library
“Roslyn Franken is both an inspirational and motivational speaker. Her inspiration comes from real life experiences as she relates the stories of her parents and their survival during World War II. The hardships they endured sets the tone of how something so horrible and devastating will also produce the miracles needed in life that give the inspiration and hope for the future. Ms. Franken’s compassion and storytelling abilities would serve well in an organization wanting a person of this caliber. We were honored to have her as a guest speaker.”
~ Ann Laurence, Rotary Club of Spring Hill Central, Florida
“The presentation was outstanding! Thank you, Roslyn, for sharing your parents’ stories with us today, and for such a compelling, moving, and wonderful story. I highly recommend you as a speaker and will continue spreading the word.”
~ Nicole Newlon, President, Rotary Club of Dade City
Roslyn is a very motivating speaker and comes highly recommended. The account of her parents and their experiences in WWII and beyond will leave you inspired. Anyone who reads her book will be engaged in the story of her family’s fight for survival, love and hope.”
~ Megan Robinson, Palmetto Library Supervisor, Palmetto Public Library, Palmetto, FL
"Roslyn Franken's presentation of her book, Meant to Be: A True Story of Might, Miracles and Triumph of the Human Spirit, at Regency Park Library was very well received. Audience members complimented the library for hosting the program and immediately lined up to purchase a copy of her book after the presentation. Specifically, attendants commented on the remarkable story, its inspirational message, and the author's storytelling ability. Roslyn exhibited the resiliency she gained from her parents when right before her program was to start, the library lost all electricity. She had come prepared and quickly changed her presentation format to accommodate the situation. This again was a reflection of the quick-thinking and determination that was a hallmark of her parents' miraculous lives. Thank you, Roslyn!"
~ Lori Krinkey, Adult Services Librarian, Regency Park Library
"Thank you so much for your most interesting and inspiring presentation. Your talk was extremely well received by all of our members. The story of your Mom and Dad was indeed one that reflects the hardships of the Holocaust and war in Asia. It also tells the accomplishments of successes after the war. Mixed in with personal health hardships, it leaves everyone inspired with hope. I believe the standing ovation you received at the end of your presentation tells the story well of how well your talk was viewed. Wishing you every success with your book."
~ Stephen Tanner, President, Kiwanis Club Of Ottawa
"Roslyn Franken recently gave an author talk about her book, Meant to Be, at the St. Pete College West Community Library. Roslyn told her parents story with love and deep emotions, and what a powerful story it was. It was in part sad and uplifting, funny, caring, and well thought out. Roslyn compels the audience to listen to her with her clear and soothing voice modulation. I actually ordered the book for my library as I believe it’s a story worth reading."
~ Sandra Gordon, Information Resource Librarian at St. Petersburg College/Community Services & Special Programs
~ Ben Wiley, Florida Bibliophile Society, Vice President
"What Roslyn taught us was that childhood/adult trauma and suffering does not provide us with an excuse for our problems. We must use the insights and lessons learned to refocus on the good so that we free ourselves from the harm. What a wonderful message, spoken by such a unique, and humble person as Roslyn Franken. I thank Roslyn for sharing her inspirational story and reminding us of why we advocate and volunteer for the children."
~ Lawrence Clermont, President, Pinellas County Council PTA (Parent Teacher Association)
"Your presentation was fantastic and truly impactful for those who attended. You are a compelling speaker, and your parents' story is a beautiful testament to hope, strength, and love. Your commitment to keeping the stories of Holocaust Survivors and Victims alive truly aligns with the Florida Holocaust Museum's mission of remembrance and education. We were honored to have you present. We were truly impressed with your presentation and your commitment to the mission. You and you work are a gift to our community."
~ Miranda Brenner, Director of Public Programs, Florida Holocaust Museum
“I would like to thank you, Roslyn, on behalf of the cBa Membership for your presentation about your book, Meant to Be. It was one of the most profound presentations and stories we have had the pleasure of at our meetings in the past 36 years and the first to receive a standing ovation.”
~ Robert Nemchin, Vice President, Capital Business Association
"Roslyn Franken’s inspiring story, and the truly amazing story of her parents, captivated our audience. Ms. Franken personalized a time of tragic events that many of us only read about. Her tale makes history come alive and connects us to her parents’ vivid example of the triumph of love and the human spirit over adversity."
~ The Friends of Hugh Embry Library, Dade City, Florida
"....Roslyn Franken mesmerizes you from the stage, and yet humbly speaks directly to each person in the room as if in a private conversation. She has a true talent for portraying the lives and story of her parents and also herself as both she and her mother simultaneously struggled through chemotherapy to overcome cancer. She tells the tale of struggle through the eyes of a daughter of a POW and a Holocaust survivor- she is a gift to the heart and soul of every person who is privileged to hear her tell the story of survival and love."
~ Susan Heiler, President, 2018 Lake Jovita Woman’s Club
"In “Meant to Be”, Roslyn tells the remarkable story of her parent's ability to survive and thrive against all odds. Their amazing courage is an inspiration to us all, and the Largo Public Library highly recommends this wonderful, uplifting presentation."
~ Sarah Haney, Adult Services Librarian, Largo Public Library
“Roslyn Franken is both an inspirational and motivational speaker. Her inspiration comes from real life experiences as she relates the stories of her parents and their survival during World War II. The hardships they endured sets the tone of how something so horrible and devastating will also produce the miracles needed in life that give the inspiration and hope for the future. Ms. Franken’s compassion and storytelling abilities would serve well in an organization wanting a person of this caliber. We were honored to have her as a guest speaker.”
~ Ann Laurence, Rotary Club of Spring Hill Central, Florida
“The presentation was outstanding! Thank you, Roslyn, for sharing your parents’ stories with us today, and for such a compelling, moving, and wonderful story. I highly recommend you as a speaker and will continue spreading the word.”
~ Nicole Newlon, President, Rotary Club of Dade City
Roslyn is a very motivating speaker and comes highly recommended. The account of her parents and their experiences in WWII and beyond will leave you inspired. Anyone who reads her book will be engaged in the story of her family’s fight for survival, love and hope.”
~ Megan Robinson, Palmetto Library Supervisor, Palmetto Public Library, Palmetto, FL
"Roslyn Franken's presentation of her book, Meant to Be: A True Story of Might, Miracles and Triumph of the Human Spirit, at Regency Park Library was very well received. Audience members complimented the library for hosting the program and immediately lined up to purchase a copy of her book after the presentation. Specifically, attendants commented on the remarkable story, its inspirational message, and the author's storytelling ability. Roslyn exhibited the resiliency she gained from her parents when right before her program was to start, the library lost all electricity. She had come prepared and quickly changed her presentation format to accommodate the situation. This again was a reflection of the quick-thinking and determination that was a hallmark of her parents' miraculous lives. Thank you, Roslyn!"
~ Lori Krinkey, Adult Services Librarian, Regency Park Library
"Thank you so much for your most interesting and inspiring presentation. Your talk was extremely well received by all of our members. The story of your Mom and Dad was indeed one that reflects the hardships of the Holocaust and war in Asia. It also tells the accomplishments of successes after the war. Mixed in with personal health hardships, it leaves everyone inspired with hope. I believe the standing ovation you received at the end of your presentation tells the story well of how well your talk was viewed. Wishing you every success with your book."
~ Stephen Tanner, President, Kiwanis Club Of Ottawa
"Roslyn Franken recently gave an author talk about her book, Meant to Be, at the St. Pete College West Community Library. Roslyn told her parents story with love and deep emotions, and what a powerful story it was. It was in part sad and uplifting, funny, caring, and well thought out. Roslyn compels the audience to listen to her with her clear and soothing voice modulation. I actually ordered the book for my library as I believe it’s a story worth reading."
~ Sandra Gordon, Information Resource Librarian at St. Petersburg College/Community Services & Special Programs
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