Ron Parsons
YOU CAN
LEAD
Building Leaders for the 21st Century
Meet Ron Parsons
Educator, Consultant, Trainer, Motivational Speaker
As an educator and director of the Danvers High School band for 33 years, Ron transformed the band program from a small community group of 30 students into a large, nationally recognized organization with over 160 members. They performed for a presidential inauguration, the Pasadena Tournament of Roses parade in 2001, 2006, and 2010, the 70th and 75th anniversaries commemorating the attacks on Pearl Harbor, and other prestigious events across the United States.
Ron earned his master’s degree, and holds two professional teaching licenses with advanced certifications. He is an accomplished educator, proven leader and an energetic speaker. With contagious enthusiasm and a passion for driving growth, Ron develops dynamic, service-based, influential student leaders who lead by example, and share their skills to mentor and empower other students, preparing their generation for leadership roles. His leadership development program has served as a model for other professional groups and organizations. Ron is recognized by SBO magazine (School, Band, and Orchestra) as one of “The Top 50 Directors in the U.S.A.,” and by The Salem News as one of “The Top 100 Leaders Who Make a Difference.”
From My Blog
Many times the busyness of doing good, prevents us from being great. It is refreshing, healthy and necessary to make time to just relax and think about what is really important and meaningful to us. I hope my blogs encourage you to make that time!
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Testimonials
“Ron has motivated and inspired thousands of students…teambuilding, dedication, hard work, integrity, and taking pride in what you do are only a few of the life lessons he teaches…”
Lisa Trask-Teacher
“He’s an amazing leader, a kind mentor; he’s always motivated, always ready to go, even after the hardest days which is really inspiring…”
Sam Pelletier, Student Leader
“He is really funny. He is really nice and has really good stories too…”
Alex Marie, Participant
“I have never met a man that has cared so much for each and every student…”
Gabby Sherrick, Student Leader
“Ron is such an intelligent and wise leader…”
Mike Mahoney, Participant
"Ron demonstrates strong leadership to build a community of collaboration…"
Jenn Flewelling-Adjunct Faculty, Endicott College
Ron is such a welcoming face to the audience...
Alex Grover, Teacher
“Ron is passionate. He generates enthusiasm and excitement…”
Dr. Lisa Dana-Superintendent of Schools, Danvers Public Schools
“Ron is really articulate and I think he balances fun and work really well…”
Meghan Miraglia, Student Leader
“He is a dynamic public speaker…”
Sue Prideaux, Booster President
"He is just the definition of a great leader..."
