Don’t take Stu’s word for it, here’s what others have to say:
“What set Mr. Stu apart was his talent for turning complex ideas into clear, actionable takeaways. If you want a speaker who can genuinely inspire an audience by blending heart, humor, and deep expertise, Mr. Stu delivers in every respect.”
-Dr. Kathy McFarland
Executive Director
COSSBA
“Mister Stu's training was by far the favorite session of our entire camp training week. Weeks later, counselors were still sharing how much it impacted their leadership and work with kids.”
-Christopher Cassada
Executive Director
YMCA Camp Piomingo
“My favorite of the whole conference. Fantastic presenter with incredible delivery — I would go to any session lead by him.”
-ClarityCon Workshop Participant
San Antonio, TX
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"Inspiring, engaging, and grounded in real-world experience, Mr. Stu's keynote challenged our attendees to rethink how we understand behavior, leadership, and human development. What set Mr. Stu apart was his talent for turning complex ideas into clear, actionable takeaways. Attendees left inspired and equipped with new language, fresh perspectives, and practical tools they could apply right away. Perhaps most importantly, his message struck the perfect balance between challenge and encouragement — leaving us feeling hopeful, capable, and grounded in the work ahead."
Dr. Kathy McFarland · Executive Director · Consortium of State School Boards Association
I wanted to personally thank Mister Stu for the incredible keynote he delivered at our conference. I truly loved his energy, passion, and authenticity throughout his presentation. His ability to engage the audience while speaking about such important topics made a lasting impact on everyone in the room.
Learning more about ACEs, trauma, and the ways Head Start staff can continue to show up as “SUPER” for children, families, and one another was both inspiring and empowering. Mister Stu’s message was not only informative but also uplifting and deeply relevant to the work our staff does every single day.
The feedback from attendees has been overwhelmingly positive, and many shared how meaningful and practical his message was for both their personal and professional growth.
Kelly Hart · Conference Chair · New Jersey Head Start Association
"Mr. Stu delivered an outstanding presentation at the 2026 COSSBA National Conference, connecting immediately with our audience of school board members and education leaders. His ability to blend real-world insight with practical, actionable strategies made his session both engaging and highly relevant. Stu is a true professional. Prepared, collaborative, and easy to work with throughout the planning process. His presentation was exceptionally well received and added meaningful value to the overall conference experience. I would strongly recommend Stu to any organization seeking a speaker who brings both substance and authenticity to the stage."
Glenn Blind · Director of Events & Meeting Management · Consortium of State School Boards Association
"[Mister Stu] blew our expectations out of the water! He consistently impressed attendees with his knowledge and ability to be grounded in science while maintaining his unique relatability. Often people tell you to change the behavior, but he also helps you understand the 'why' behind the needed change in an insightful and engaging manner. Our Parents could feel his passion for improving understanding between themselves and children come out in his keynote and are already imploring us to bring him back next year!"
Michael Mitchell · Senior Impact Manager · ReadyKidSA / United Way of San Antonio
"As one attendee stated, 'Mister Stu's message was the one that I didn't know I needed to hear.'"
Tonia Carriger · Director · Indiana Head Start State Collaboration Office
"From the evaluations of the day, many from our group said [Mister Stu] was their favorite session of the day and asked that [he] lead another session in the future. The level of interaction of the participants during [Mister Stu's] keynote was perfect — they stayed engaged and ready to learn."
Janae Davidson · Regional Coordinator · Early Childhood Resource Center
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"Mister Stu's training was by far the favorite session of our entire camp training week. He connects with staff in a way that makes the content engaging, practical, and immediately useful — and weeks later, counselors were still sharing how much it impacted their leadership and work with kids."
Christopher Cassada · Executive Director · YMCA Camp Piomingo
"[Mister Stu's] message truly resonated with my team — several were deeply moved, and a few were even brought to tears. Many people came up to me afterward to share how much they appreciated and were inspired by [his] words. What made [his] presentation especially powerful was how beautifully it aligned with the theme of our annual training — Back to Basics. [He] brought us back to the core of why we do what we do, reminding us of the values and purpose that drive our work every day. The message reinforced everything we've been working toward this year and gave us renewed energy and clarity moving forward."
Lisa Reimann-NeSmith · Education Service Director · Head Start & Early Head Start, Community Action, Inc. of Central Texas
"I have attended several of Mister Stu's sessions on supporting children's social and emotional health. His workshops were engaging, highly insightful, and incredibly valuable for our education staff. Not only is Mr. Perry an extremely knowledgeable children's mental health therapist, but he also has a great sense of humor and the ability to break down complex topics — such as brain science — into practical, easy-to-understand concepts that caregivers can use to help understand and regulate children's behavior. I have never met anyone more passionate about children's mental health advocacy!"
Cindy Raymond · Program Director · Scotty County, VA Head Start
"Hearing Mister Stu speak was truly inspiring. His compassionate approach to teen mental health and ability to connect with both students and caregivers is amazing. Every person in America needs to hear what he has to say about fear in our culture. Fear, when left unaddressed, isolates people, fuels misunderstanding, and prevents families from getting the support they need. Every child deserves to feel safe — and Mister Stu's message punctuated our team's goals in the most meaningful way."
Julie Wilson · Library Director · Oldham County Public Library
"I sat in the audience and kept thinking, 'I wish everyone in Head Start (and beyond) could hear this.' Honestly, I could have listened and learned from him all day. I have already booked him again — he is just too good, and the best I have heard on this complex topic."
Dawn Ault · Executive Director · Virginia Head Start Association
"Mister Stu engaged our staff to think deeply and differently and inspired our staff to think compassionately. I have been hearing multiple accounts from my staff as they are implementing Mister Stu's strategies with great results. Our program has already benefited from having Mister Stu guide and inspire us during our in-service day."
Eddie Mullins · Education Director · Kids Central, Inc.
"Stuart is a passionate and knowledgeable speaker who very effectively connected with our audience. He is among the most organized and responsive speakers I've planned an event with and I'd recommend him as a versatile professional who could connect with a variety of audiences."
Julie Stone · Executive Director · Ohio Head Start Association
"Mr. Stu's training blew us all away! My team usually dreads Saturday training — but after Mr. Stu's, I heard laughter, intentional conversations, and genuine excitement to apply what they'd learned. The training was engaging, interactive, and filled with the kind of encouragement we all need sometimes. Thank you, Mr. Stu, for the work you continue to do!"
Miranda Lopez Chilton · Program Director · Ridgewood Child Development Center · Louisville, KY
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"Best presentation I have seen. Mr. Stu is an amazing, passionate, and engaging speaker who makes complex ideas clear and practical. His metaphors and visuals — especially 'carrying the tray' — are unforgettable and so useful in my work with children. Everything was presented with great energy and enthusiasm. I left feeling inspired, equipped, and ready to apply what I learned right away. Please bring him back next year!"
ClarityCon 2025 Participants
"Wonderfully vulnerable and excellent speaker. Thank you for bringing Stuart. It brought so much insight for the reasons our kids do what they do. His session was clear and easy to follow. Thank you for the reminder bad kids don't exist."
ClarityCon Keynote Participant · San Antonio, TX
"I hope he comes back every year, and I would go to any session led by him! Fantastic presenter with incredible delivery. My favorite of the whole conference!"
ClarityCon Workshop Participant · San Antonio, TX
"So engaging and made everything easy to follow, understand, and ask questions! My favorite session all conference."
Indiana University Early Intervention Conference Attendee
"[Mister Stu] was the most invested I have seen a presenter, in a long time. What a phenomenal human being to be in the role of wanting to better the world for children! I wish all our teachers had the opportunity to hear this man talk. If you don't sit back and re-evaluate how you look at children's behaviors after this speech you are in the wrong field!"
Ohio Head Start Association Keynote Attendees
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