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Huffington Post, Aug 7, 2016

Interview: Nick Tokman: A Journey From The Deadliest Catch to The Quest To Help Kids Follow Their Heart”

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Miller Place-Rocky Point, NY Patch.com, Oct 12, 2021

Deadliest Catch Star “Sunshine” Visits Miller Place High School

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Channel 12 News, Texas, Oct 6, 2019

Lamar State College Orange to host ‘Deadliest Catch’ cast member in lecture series

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TVShowsace.com, Sept 19, 2019

Northwestern Deckhand Sunshine: From ‘Deadliest Catch’ Star To Motivational Speaker

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Duluth News Tribune, Sept 16, 2019

‘Deadliest Catch’ cast member ‘Sunshine’ tells Minnesota students to be their own voice

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Morrison County Record, Sept 6, 2019

Celebrity motivational speaker Nick Tokman coming to Staples

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Community Celebration and Basketball Tournament, Jul 13, 2017

3rd Annual Community Celebration and Basketball Tournament set for Holyoke July 28

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Louder than War, Aug 19, 2016

Interview: Nick Tokman: A Journey From The Deadliest Catch to The Quest To Help Kids Follow Their Heart”

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Mass Live, July 14, 2016

West Springfield native Nick ‘Sunshine’ Tokman, of Discovery Channel’s ‘Deadliest Catch’ fame, brings fish tales to The Student Prince tonight

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Business West, July 11, 2016

Nick Tokman of ‘Deadliest Catch’ Brings Fish Tales to Student Prince

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Malcolm Holt’s ‘Sunny Side of the Street, Aug 17, 2016

Nick ‘Sunshine’ Tokman – In the Spotlight

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Jonny Jet, Sep 7, 2016

Travel Style: Nick Tokman

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The Sun Chronicle, Dec 17, 2015

Advice from ‘Deadliest Catch’ member

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Testimonials

It was the best presentation I’ve seen to date.
- Gary Licalzi
Music Teacher, South Kortright Central School
Nick was a hit with our student audience. We really appreciated the extra effort he put into making his presentation something to remember.
- Heidi Walsh
Program Director at SkillsUSA
One of the best youth presenters I’ve ever seen in nearly 2 decades in the business.
- Jason Hewlett
Hall of Fame Speaker
The moment he stepped on stage he connected and captivated the students, so much so that he received two standing ovations.
- Cole
NSA Youth Counselor
From start to finish, Nick is a person that I recommend for working with school audiences without hesitation. He is professional, respectful, relatable, and above all else, passionate about inspiring students- exactly the role model that many of our youth need in today’s world.
- Rachel Wright
Professional Learning Specialist, ONC BOCES
Nick’s day at our school created memories that will last a lifetime.
- Christine Heinig
Academic Coach, Owen D Young
Nick is real, and connects to students in a way that many speakers don’t, the standing ovation at the end of his presentation is proof of that.
- Kelli Kennedy
Assistant Director for CTE, Manatee County School District
Nick did an amazing job and held everyone in the audience so well you could hear a pin drop. I was never left in the dark through communicating with him and most importantly, he left a message that truly made a difference for our students.
- Bruce Potter
SkillsUSA NY Director
Definition of someone who can tell a story and change a life.
- Emanuel C.
Student, Hartford Community College
Nick’s animated personality, commanding presence, and overall sincere demeanor gained him the respect of both my students and staff so much that he received a standing ovation at the close of his story!
- Carrie Auffrey
Assistant Principal at Holyoke High School
His presentation captivates and engages the audience from start to finish and his authenticity and fun personality makes students feel like they can truly connect with him. Nick was such a joy to work with!
- Emily Harris
Coordinator of Orientation & New Student Programs, University of North Texas
It was our pleasure to have Nick with us and we hope to have him back again next year. I would highly recommend him!
- Hank Girardin
Assistant Principal at West Springfield High School
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