Testimonials
“I have had the privilege of knowing Kristin Macdonald for decades. I can honestly say she is one of the most extraordinary people I have ever met. As the host of Second Vision, she is a gifted interviewer, always asking the right questions and inspiring guests to share stories they never thought they would. I have also witnessed her incredible courage and determination firsthand by the way she conducts her life. Kristin turned her dream of being an actress into helping people overcome adversity. She is a great example for anyone who is struggling with loss of any kind.”
Terry Moore | Actress
“Kristin is an exceptional person who has overcome a lot herself, and chooses to spend much of her time helping others, as a coach and also as a passionate, tireless advocate for people who are differently abled and for patients suffering with chronic diseases.
Kristin has, in particular, been an incredible asset to our joint cause of helping patients everywhere. She has brought her expertise and wonderful presentation skills to highlighting the successes of our state stem cell agency, the California Institute for Regenerative Medicine (CIRM); to getting California Prop 14 passed in 2020 and thereby securing another $5.5 billion in research funds toward better treatments and cures for chronic diseases; to our ongoing communications efforts at Americans for Cures; and to helping educate early career scientists on the importance of patient advocacy, science communications and the intersection of public policy and science.”
Melissa King |Co-Founder and COO of the Healthspan Action Coalition
“It was truly wonderful to meet you, you have a remarkable speaking gift, touching everyone in the room – and there were a few thousand people there!”
Sally Temple PhD |Scientific Director Neural Stem Cell Institute
President of ISSCR
“We were honored to have Kristin Macdonald, host and creator of Second Vision, join us as our guest speaker for Success Education Colleges’ Fall Commencement, sharing with our students, faculty and Leadership Team her triumphs over personal adversity, as she set out into the world to pursue her passion in Hollywood.
Kristin’s humor, success strategies and inspirational stories truly resonated with our graduates as they prepare for their life long vision for success! We truly enjoyed Kristin’s radiant personality and genuine attitude of “living your life from a place of positivity” and a great attitude each and every day!
We are grateful for people like Kristin who motivate and inspire all of us, to envision an enriching life no matter what adversities life may present along the way, because every day is a beautiful day!”
Mitchell Fuerst | President Success Education Colleges
“Commanding Officer Region Legal Service Office Southwest presents this certificate of appreciation to Kristin Macdonald for leading our Women’s History Month celebration and sharing her extraordinary life accomplishments with the men and women of Region Legal Service Office Southwest. Kristin’s inspirational message, motivational guidance and life skills workshop made an enduring impression on the Sailors and Officers of this command. The tools she left us with will no doubt have a lasting and positive impact in our careers and personal lives. We thank Kristin for taking the time out of her personal schedule to meet and talk with us. The men and women of the United States Navy can look to Kristin as a source of inspiration.”
David M. Harrison | CAPT, JAGC, USN COMMANDING OFFICER
“As a member of the Junior League of Los Angeles I was faced with the daunting task of booking an amazing speaker for one of our programs, called Daybreak. Kristin Macdonald was eager to come on board to speak to these women, who are homeless and victims of abuse/mental illness/financial problems. Her words of truth and encouragement really hit home for many of the women and there was not a dry eye in the place. Once the evening commenced, all the women walked out in silence, still processing the intense emotions that Kristin was able to surface in each and every one of them. Kristin Macdonald comes HIGHLY recommended and her outlook on life is absolutely contagious. Second Vision will inspire even the most emotionally-numb individuals to want more out of life.”
Clark Gilmer | Junior League of Los Angeles
“Kristin Macdonald is a great speaker and a powerful motivator. Her words and her teachings are a gift to the universe. I learned so much from her workshop about how anyone can have a great life with the right attitude. She is a beautiful person both inside and out.”
Frank Ramirez | President, The Americas Group
National Director of Governmental Affairs,
National American Indian Veterans Inc.
“When you get Kristin Macdonald (as a speaker, or motivational coach), you get more — much more — than you expect (especially in terms of value and results). We were very fortunate to have Kristin Macdonald as a guest speaker for our Lunch & Learn session. The topic of the one hour session was ‘Second Vision: Living Your Life with Your Three Best Attitudes.’ She is everything you want a guest speaker to be: great at holding the interest of the audience, humorous in her delivery of the information, interactive, and she welcomes questions. The staff were completely engaged by Kristin and after the session surrounded her to ask further questions. I would not hesitate to recommend her as a speaker for any organization. Thank you Kristin for sharing your story. You are such an inspiration and role model.”
Brigid Stancin | Human Resources Manager
Encompass Digital Media
“We were honored to have Kristin Macdonald emcee and auctioneer for the Los Angeles Blind Wine Tasting & Auction. Kristin, who is partially sighted, hosted five continuous hours and delivered her inspiring story to over 300 guests. She is an incredibly entertaining woman who will enhance your event whether it is a fun afternoon auction or an elegant dinner gala. She will engage your guests and encourage them to be generous. We will definitely invite her to join us for next year’s event.”
Jennifer Hecker | Western Regional Director of Events
Foundation Fighting Blindness
“It is rare that elegance, courage, beauty, and passion come together in a human package. But anyone who is fortunate to spend time with Kristin Macdonald knows they are in the presence of the real deal. We met when I was a guest on her radio show, and I was truly impressed with her preparation, interview sense, empathy, and organizational skills. I believe her life story could either be a book, movie, or a magnificent speech, which I know she can deliver with style. I have no hesitation in recommending Kristin for any challenge life may offer.”
Tom Sullivan | Actor, Author and Motivational Speaker
“Kristin Macdonald is an excellent talk show host. She’s professional, inspirational and fun! She’s well prepared for every interview, puts her guests at ease and carries the conversation with ease and grace. It is a pleasure working with Kristin Macdonald!”
Cherry Norris | The Hollywood Dating Director
“Thank you so much for the great interview. You did a wonderful job! I look forward to listening to the recording. I appreciate you being a voice for compassion, love and healing in the world, Kristin. You and your work are blessed.”
Moira Shepard | Real-Life Miracles Right Now
“Second Vision is an apt description of Kristin’s approach to taking a daunting challenge and remaking her life. Her warmth, determination, and positive spirit bring an inspiring attitude to all her presentations. Kristin has demonstrated the ability to draw the audience at our fundraising auctions and educational programs into her story and her message of renewal and taking action that benefits themselves and others.”
La Donna Ringering, Phd. | CEO/Center for the Partially Sighted
“Kristin Macdonald is the epitome of courage and inspiration. Stunningly beautiful inside and out, Kristin uses her wicked sense of humor to entertain and motivate her audiences to reach their dreams no matter what obstacles they may face. Despite her own struggle with retinitis pigmentosa, RP, which has caused her to lose her eyesight, she has a clear vision of how to empower others. As she says, “When your first vision of yourself fails, you must then create your ‘Second Vision.’” Oftentimes, that leap is what reveals your true gold and your true glory. Thank you, Kristin, for helping us all to see the Light.”
Barbara Niven | Actress – Speaker – Performance Coach
“Kristin is one of those rare hosts that can dig deep into the head of a person to pull out the real stuff that matters; she has heart, depth and a voice none more pleasant to listen to. She is a fine example of a person who claims their disability, not as a huge boulder that gets in the way of things, but as simply an obstacle to overcome. Kristin and I adhere to a similar principle: We are not disabled, we’re just blind.”
Steve Gladstone | Actor
“Kristin Macdonald is an incredible person who has truly shown me the light. Her strength, energy, and zest for life are nothing short of remarkable. No matter the circumstances, Kristin consistently shows up — fully present and engaged. She has inspired so many simply by being herself and leading with authenticity.
Despite losing her vision due to retinitis pigmentosa over 20 years ago, Kristin’s resolve to live a meaningful and impactful life has only grown stronger. She embraces every opportunity to share her story — and in doing so, she shares her heart. Whether she’s speaking to trainee students, patient advocates, or the general public, Kristin’s presence leaves a lasting impression.”
Jacqueline Hantgan | Senior Advisor, Community Outreach and Patient Advocacy
California Institute for Regenerative Medicine (CIRM)