Dori holds degrees in finance, French, German and has done post-graduate work in gifted education and psychology. She has over 15 years of music business experience and certifications in drum therapy, therapeutic drumming and counseling. Once discovering the healing power of drumming, Dori wrote a bestselling book about using creativity and drumming to overcome hardship and find purpose. She now speaks internationally on using drumming to reduce stress and find direction.

1. Dori Staehle, mba
Dori holds a BA in French and German, an MBA in finance,
and has done graduate and post-graduate work in gifted
education and gifted psychology. She also completed
certification programs in drum therapy, therapeutic
drumming, and Christian counseling, and has 15 years of
music business experience. Dori also plays Latin percussion
in a church band and does fun drumming events, earning
her the title of “Dori the Drum Chick.”
Once Dori tapped into the healing power of drumming,
she realized that she needed to share this gift and her story
with others. Dori has appeared on numerous online radio
shows and has been interviewed by several local media
outlets. Dori’s book, Find Your Divine Rhythm: A Creative’s
SuccessForumla, reached the #1 spot on Amazon’s Bestseller
list. Press releases of her book were picked up by 87
publications nationwide!
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High-energy, entertaining, and engaging speaker!
“ ”BORN Toastmasters Group
cary, nc
Fantastic speaker! Incredibly motivating & inspirational!
Michelle M.
Holly Springs Art Council
“ ”
Dori is so funny and keeps it real! Her ADHD talk was packed with
tons of info and provided a unique and refreshing perspective.
Wendy P.
NCHE conference, Winston-Salem, NC
“ ”

2. Find Your Divine Rhythm
and Unique Mission
In 30 seconds, her life completely changed. Dori
shares her personal story about an accident that
set her life into a downward spiral, how she rose
up, discovered her hidden talents, and started
a creative business with only $40. This talk can
include interactive drumming or drum healing,
if desired, and can be a workshop, retreat, or
keynote. Words audience members have used
to describe this talk include:
Inspiring Motivating High-energy Informative Powerful
Packed with tips and practical applications!
BEAT STRESS & FIND YOUR
GROOVE
Do you feel out of sync or stressed out? Need
clarity, direction, and a game plan for the next
stage of your business, your career, or your life?
This talk combines brainstorming activities as
well as some interactive drumming for focusing
and stress relief and is useful for teens or adults
or in the corporate setting.
Different Drummers:
The Gifted/ADHD Connection
What if what society knows as “ADHD” is something
really positive? After nearly 20 years of research and
case studies, Dori reveals her ground-breaking study,
howshekepthundredsof kidsoff of stimulants,and
how drumming helps relieve the symptoms. This
talk is packed with practical tips and is suitable
for teens, college students, parents, teachers,
employers, and creative types with ADHD traits.
Dori Staehle, MBA
dori@rockthenextstage.com 919-906-7842
Find your rhythm! Rock your life!
Life’s too short to feel
stuck, scattered, and stressed out!