Testimonials
Audience/Event Attendees
Kat is such a thoughtful, engaging speaker. Though she's discussing incredibly challenging topics and sharing her challenging personal history, her energy, kindness, and resilience shine through when she speaks.
— Nicole N.
Kat is truly an expert on domestic violence and speaks with knowledge and confidence about this very taboo subject. She not only wants to raise audience awareness of the prevalence and devastating impact of DV, she strives to teach them how to recognize the many ways it presents itself and the damage it causes from a physical, emotional and spiritual perspective. Kat knocked it out of the park!!
— Joan S.
Delivered with such directness and empathy, seamlessly weaving her personal story with universal truths. Her storytelling was captivating, and her passion radiated through every word.
— Sabrina V.
Kat was informative and inspiring, shedding light on how many women and men experience violence in this country, and how we can all change our story.
— Josette D.
Kat has mastered the art of pacing and getting others emotionally involved in her message. She presents herself in way where she can’t be ignored but to the contrary shines!
— Saril V.
Powerful, engaging, inspiring. Left me thinking about how much choice I have with my circumstances than I thought was possible.
— Grace M.
Kat is organized, helpful, always on time and leaves her audiences wanting more. She's a keeper!
— Caren
Very informative, taught me how to speak to DV victims more appropriate.
— Officer Andrew
Great speaker. Very knowledgeable.
— Officer Charlie
Information from another stand point.
— Officer Robert
Very eye opening. Will help me on calls.
— Officer Basil
Hearing from a survivor and what they see is helpful as law enforcement.
— Officer Sarah
Good information Understand domestic abuse is more than verbal and physical abuse.
— Officer Micheal
Eye opening and very clear picture of what the survivor and victim sees and deal with.
— Officer Cory
She gave a good insight of her situation and how hard it was for her in those moments. Gave a better insight of how things build over time and how things get progressively worse over time
— Officer Tate
I just want to say how impressed I was with Kat's presence and professionalism at this event. She brought such warmth, confidence, and clarity - keeping the flow smooth, engaging the audience with ease, and handling transitions with grace. She created a welcoming and respectful environment that elevated the entire experience for our guests. Even without sharing her story, her authenticity and strength as a survivor came through in every word. It was clear that she is passionate about the cause, and her energy helped reinforce just how important this work is.
— Tosha P.
Kat is an enthusiastic, entertaining emcee. She is clear-spoken, concise, and connects with the audience.
— Sherry G.
I had the pleasure of hearing Kat speak at an event. She’s a confident, dynamic speaker whose passion comes through beautifully to the audience. It’s clear she’s built a strong presence as both a speaker and an emcee.
— Lori M.
Would love to hear her again.
— Liz
Simple but profound.
— Elizabeth G.
Effective, concise and helpful
— Kelley P.
Event Organizers
Kat spoke at our charity luncheon, Show Your Till, in 2024 and is serving as our Emcee for this year's event. She is a dynamic and motivational storyteller, and she empowers others to tell their own stories. Through her story, she takes you on a journey of highs and lows, and she reminds you that any trauma that you have experienced does not define who you are. She is passionate about advocating for survivors and speaking about victimology with law enforcement agencies. She presents with a unique lens from transforming from a victim to a survivor. She is very relatable to her audience which lends to comfortability of others to come forward to talk about sensitive subjects. She is a true fighter and champion for others and she has bloomed into a force to be reckoned with. After her presentation, she is a tough act to follow.
— Ericka D., Director of Domestic Violence & Sexual Assualt Center Rutherford Co.
I had seen Kat Polsinelli host several events before, and her professionalism, poise, and ability to command a room made it an easy decision to trust her with mine. She has a natural presence that keeps the audience engaged, effortlessly guiding the flow of the event with confidence and warmth. Kat has hosted multiple events for me, and each time, she has exceeded expectations with her energy, clarity, and adaptability. If you need a host who can captivate an audience and ensure a seamless experience, Kat is the one to call!
— Sabrina V., Founder of Her Nation Global
Kat spoke as a survivor of domestic violence on my panel at Middle Tennessee State University. You could feel the students and audience members instantly drawn to her authenticity. The power of her personal experience help listeners to relate to what is often understood—why it’s so hard for victims of abuse to leave. Even more important, her testimony better equipped students to know how to respond with effective support. Kat’s speaks with a honesty and passion that is captivating. She offers an insight beyond struggle to hope and resilience.
— C. Rebecca Oldham, Ph.D. Human Studies Dept.
It was such a pleasure working with her, and I just want to say how impressed I was with her presence and professionalism as the emcee at our event. She brought such warmth, confidence, and clarity to the role - keeping the flow smooth, engaging the audience with ease, and handling transitions with grace. She created a welcoming and respectful environment that elevated the entire experience for our guests. Even without sharing her story, her authenticity and strength as a survivor came through in every word. It was clear that she was passionate about the cause, and her energy helped reinforce just how important this work is. I would absolutely recommend her as an emcee or speaker for any organization looking for someone who can balance poise with purpose. She were phenomenal!
— Tosha P., Fundraising & Events Chair of DVSAC