 Curt Iles Travels from: Alexandria, LA
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Curt Iles is genuine and “what you see is what you get.” Audiences respond to this. Through God’s blessings and hundreds of speaking opportunities, he has developed a unique style of speaking blending stories, humor, scripture, good eye contact, and a big smile. Curt knows how to adjust his presentation to meet time constraints and end on time with listeners wanting more.
In his own words, "I simply enjoy being among people and it shows. Networking and making friends is what I do and who I am." Curt Iles's Bio
Curt Iles writes from his hometown of Dry Creek, Louisiana. A lover of stories, nature, history, and dogs, he writes of the wonders of the woods and the memorable people who live there. The author of nine books, Curt also is a busy speaker logging over 100 events yearly.
He and his wife DeDe are the parents of three sons and five grandsons. When not writing, Curt hikes, travels to Africa/Asia/Central America, gardens, plays the drums, and enjoys his family and lifetime country friends. Creekbank Stories comes from his first book, Stories from the Creekbank, as well as his unique home town of Dry Creek. The purpose of Creekbank Stories is “Influencing the world with moving stories that inspire, entertain, and educate.” My goal is to write from a good place called the Louisiana Piney Woods while moving out as a ‘ripple effect’ to the world.” |
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Popular Speaking Topics
Inspiration and Encouragement
The Art of EncouragementStories on living a life of encouragement using the basis as Moses, Aaron, and Hur in Exodus 17.
Better or Bitter/ Tough or Hard: The Choice is Yours
It’s a heart thing: Losers become hard. Winners become tough.
Where is Your Heart Verse?
Words on the importance of incorporating a heart verse as part of your life mission statement.
Where is Your Prayer Tree?
A story with observations about having a daily private place and time to meet with God. This is my most popular presentation in schools.
92 Dry Wells: The Power of Perseverance
The story of famed Texas oilman Amon Carter who had “grit that wouldn’t quit.”
The Ripple Effect
Legacy is what we’ll be remembered for and whom we’ll be remembered by. Stories on living with influence and impact.
Jesus’ Kingdom of Heaven Parables
A study of the parables of Jesus in Matthew concerning the “Kingdom of Heaven.”
Philemon
A little book with large implications on resolving Christian conflict.
Business & Leadership Events
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For Men's Events
Families / Couples / Parenting Events
Writers Events
The Six Words Every Writer Needs
My current life-words are compassion, encouragement, passion, gratitude, balance, and integrity.
Fiction is Fun
Writing Fiction is completely different from other genres. Finding joy in the hard work of research and interviewing.
Self-publishing: Is it for you?
I’ve now independently published nine (9) books. I’ve learned what to do as well as what not to do. This is my most requested writers’ conference seminar.
The Power of Story: The Queen’s Honeymoon
Stories connect with our audience and readers. I come from a unique tradition of Southern storytellers and share techniques and examples such as judging the Louisiana State Liars’ Contest.
The Lifetime Journalist
Many books, articles, and ideas begin as a note. I’ve filled fifty-four (54) journals in the last four decades. It is the wellspring of my books and stories and has infused much joy into my life.
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Patriotism
Biblical and Historical Heroes
Missions: Travels to a New World
In the past ten years I’ve been privileged to travel throughout Africa, SE Asia, and Central America. These presentations make use of stories, photographs, and journal entries.
Songs that Stir: The stories behind our greatest songs
- Sergeant Johnson’s Gift - The touching story of a Louisiana Medal of Honor winner’s sacrificial act that is still affecting families. “Greater love has no man than to lay down his life for his friends.”
Biblical and Historical Heroes
- Martin Luther
- William Carey
- Adoniram and Ann Judson
- Bill Wallace of China
- Jim Elliott
- Joseph’s Journey - Hollywood would reject Joseph’s life story (in Genesis 37-50) as “unbelievable.” It is a story that still grips my heart. It can be presented over a weekend conference.
- Nehemiah: If You Build It - God’s blueprint for a big project
Missions: Travels to a New World
In the past ten years I’ve been privileged to travel throughout Africa, SE Asia, and Central America. These presentations make use of stories, photographs, and journal entries.
- Marching Orders: Acts 1:8 - Our mandate is to go.
- Hearts across the Water- The Indonesian Tsunami 2005
- Hurricanes Katrina and Rita - Louisiana 2005
- Red Dirt and Gray Rock - Lessons from the Congo
Songs that Stir: The stories behind our greatest songs
- Amazing Grace - John Newton
- Come Thou Fount
- It is Well with My Soul
- There is a Fountain
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