It gives me great pleasure to write this letter recommending Richard Barnes as an enlightening and inspirational speaking. His life stories surrounding his addiction to drugs and alcohol, and how he was able to overcome those personal failures are nothing short of amazing.
Rich recently spoke in two of my classes at Bridgewater State University. Needless to say my students were riveted by his candidness and unbelievable stories.
I believe Rich would be an ideal additiona to many educational curricula. his ability to get across a story of personal failure and then turn that failure around to teach others is uncanny and well worth it.
George M. McNeil
Visiting Lecturer
Department of Criminal Justice
Bridgewater State University