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Evangeline Caridas helps organizations achieve sales results by unleashing the commitment, enthusiasm and creative power of their people. She has over fifteen years of management and consulting experience. She published the groundbreaking results from her study, “Flow and Optimal Performance In the Workplace,” in Rediscovering the Soul of Business, an anthology that included business futurist Charles Handy. Her latest contribution is to the business anthology Futures that Work. She also contributed to The New Bottom Line by Ken Blanchard and Tom Peters. She has demonstrated the effectiveness of her methodology to corporations that wish to lead in their industry. Over the past 15 years she has worked with Prudential, Conoco, Xerox, Exxon, QuietFlex Manufacturing, Linbeck Construction Company, The City of Houston, Austin Independent School District, MHMRA of Harris County, Aspiring Youth, Noble Affiliates, Alpha Montessori, Columbia Healthcare Systems, General Electric Aero, Goodyear, Houston Cellular, Madison Benefits Group, Missouri City, Talent Tree, Tejano Center, United Behavioral Health, Legacy Development Construction Management, Child Advocates, Inc., Walker-Hale Plumbing & Hardware, University of Texas, Alliance for Community Media, Houston Media Source, Palos 118 Independent School District and Perkins & Will, AXS Bolivia. Evangeline holds a Bachelor’s degree in Retailing, Merchandising and Consumer Sciences from the University of Houston and a Master of Arts degree in Organizational Development from Chicago’s Loyola University. She has conducted numerous workshops, speaking engagements on management techniques such as performance improvement, sales, motivation, strategic thinking, and innovative leadership strategies. Venues include meetings and conferences of NEOCON (national and international), World Futures Society, Xerox National Sales, and the City of Houston, Conoco Women’s Group and WBEA.
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An international speaker and coach, Andrea comes from a background that has always included educating and empowering aspiring leaders. She is the game changer changer. She has served over 1000 customers and clients in the GTA, spoken to over 9,000 people worldwide, been on TV shows, and shared the stage with media tycoons, multi-millionaires and A-list celebrities. The person you see on the big stage is the same humble person you’ll meet at a coffee shop. She stands for authenticity, integrity and fun. Andrea helps high-achieving, open minded entrepreneurs and sales professionals who are ready for a breakthrough by giving them an unfair advantage in their industry… all through winning communication that has helped some of her clients grow their business up to 400% within a few short months. Her client’s favorite phrase is “Work with Andrea before spending any more money on marketing.” In her day to day life, Andrea holds the vision of her clients being powerful, unstoppable and capable of achieving anything that they set their minds to. She is committed to their transformation and in doing so, knows that the world will change – one person at a time. Andrea loves travelling by train, adores Mexican food, and can say “Thank-you” in at least eight different languages. Her guilty pleasure: Korean dramas.
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Wayne K. Lynch is a graduate of Rider University (B.S. Marketing, ’71), Temple University (M. Ed., ’78), and Dallas Theological Seminary (M.A. ’84). He has been an Educator and Fundraiser since 1975 and speaks, writes, and consults widely on these topics. He holds the senior designation in fundraising from the Association of Fundraising Professionals, ACFRE. Wayne is one of 100 who holds this distinction in the 28,000 member organization. He has served as Director of Santiago Christian School in the Dominican Republic where he lives and consults with several Christian Schools. Since 2002 he has consulted in Indonesia, Africa, Europe, the United States and Latin America. His Handbook for Ministry Fundraising was published by The Center, Souderton, PA. He has expertise in Annual and Capital Campaigns, Major Gifts, International Fundraising, Establishing and Building Endowments, The Board’s Role in Fundraising, Establishing a Development Program, and Deferred Giving Programs. Wayne began his fundraising career with Plumstead Christian School (1975–1986) and was Vice President for Development at Philadelphia Biblical University and founder and Executive Director of their support foundation, The Regency Foundation, from 1986-2003.
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Michelle Howison brings the same dynamic persona that helped her achieve Fortune’s “Best Places to Work” status in both the public and private sector to her high impact speaking engagements. From creating 300% growth across 55 locations to transforming the culture of individual leadership and sales teams; she understands how employee satisfaction and revenue generation are deeply linked. With experience in the Health Care, Death Care and Financial Services industries, she is uniquely suited to help almost any organization reach their goals. Her entertaining direct style, combined with overcoming extraordinary personal crisis, all backed by current industry research, keep her in high demand as a keynote speaker and consultant. Confident, results-focused, strategic Workplace Culture Expert, Michelle Howison, speaks with organizations to build dynamic experiences which create extraordinary results. Michelle’s dynamic style engages her audience in interactive ways to develop their own businesses in a unique, entrepreneurial way. Over her 20+ year career, she has acted as a catalyst to establish best-in-class practices as a solid foundation that enables companies to grow dramatically. Additionally, Michelle has: • Led more than a dozen different types of acquisitions and mergers • Directed four organizations to achieve ‘Best Companies to Work For’ within two years of acquisition • Earned the prestigious Certified Speaking Professional designation • Two masters degrees in Behavioral Sciences & Industrial / Organizational Psychology • Certifications of SHRM-SCP and SPHR Michelle has spoken to audiences with Conifer Health Solutions, NEXT Financial Group, Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses, Cheniere Energy, NorthStar Memorial Group, The Houston Methodist Hospital System, HR Houston, just to name a few. In her spare time, Michelle has founded and runs a non-profit organization that helps cancer patients and their families, serves on the Advisory Board for the “Houston’s 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For” award program, and the National Speakers Association - Houston Chapter as the President-Elect.
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Bonnie Kirchner is a Certified Financial Planner ™ practitioner and a CFP Board Ethics instructor with a MS degree in Taxation from Bentley University (where she is now a graduate school faculty member) and a BS degree in Financial Counseling and Planning from Purdue University. Not only is Ms. Kirchner an enlightening speaker on a number of financial planning concepts, but she is incredibly inspiring; especially when incorporating her own dramatic journey and the important lessons learned along the way. Prior to publishing her book, Who Can You Trust With Your Money?, published by FT Press, she co-anchored the morning drive radio business magazine, “Early Exchange”, and was the daily financial reporter for Boston’s CBS affiliate until her then husband, a covert narcissist and sociopathic financial advisor, confessed to running the country’s largest Ponzi investment scam before Bernard Madoff. Her personal and professional experiences give her extraordinary insight into scammers, issues around trust and money, protecting oneself, as well as rebounding from crisis. Bonnie is the founder and owner of Sea Change Financial Education, a firm dedicated to educating individuals on financial matters and the emotions which drive decision making.
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As an RN and through my struggles of trauma, domestic violence and chronic illness, I have gained knowledge and insight on healing the whole person. Using the 5 core elements to health and wellbeing, I help provide insight, encouragement and tools to trasition into health and happiness. you can be healthy and happy again, no matter your current state. Becuase of my journey, I also connect well with individuals and large groups to provide great motivation and hope. "Hope is a powerful elixir" Kelli Carter, RN Wellness Coach Speaker
$1,501 - $5,000
Lori Jean motivates and inspires audiences to move faster and deeper into the process of relational change. She has a proven brand with a fully engaged audience teaching them how to get what they want most: healthy, connected relationships. Lori Jean is the Founder and CEO of Pivot…A Relational Alignment Group. They provide coaching, workshops, and intensives to help individuals, couples, families, and businesses in need of relational change and growth. The company uses a curriculum created by Lori Jean and will be highlighted in her upcoming book titled The Crazy Train. In addition to operating PIVOT, Lori Jean became the Executive Director of Clinical Operations for Five Sisters Ranch before it opened in August of 2011. Five Sisters Ranch is a residential facility that offers relational workshops to women and men. Lori Jean was chosen to direct the development of Five Sisters Ranch because of her passion and commitment to highlighting the importance of treating relationship challenges. Lori Jean has developed curriculum used at various treatment centers and brings both her personal journey and her years of research into all her presentations. She has created many talks for various audiences to help individuals see a different perspective to achieve healthy relational alignment, both personally and professionally. She is a well-known keynote speaker in the Behavioral Health Community and is now casting a wider net to a more expansive audience. Prior to taking the position at Five Sisters Ranch, Lori Jean owned and operated a successful image consulting company for 15 years, teaching individuals and companies how to define and implement an honest, cohesive brand as a platform for solid growth. Lori Jean believes wholeheartedly that people can and do change.
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Marketing and management professional with extensive experience in advertising and marketing project management and strategy. Track record of executing successful revenue-generating and sales initiatives, training, quality control, problem solving, planning and overall people management solutions. Successful in restructuring struggling locations, raising standards of quality and mentoring employees into high-functioning managers.
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It is impossible to be part of an audience listening to Hasib Azhand without being inspired to rise to any challenge. His story is that remarkable. Hasib is the son of Afghan refugees who fled to America during the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan. He is a first-generation American with a special appreciation for all the opportunities available to him and to everyone who lives in this country. Hasib has done much with his opportunities, starting with earning a bachelor’s degree and MBA. He has trained and empowered thousands of individuals all across the country to live better lives. Hasib enjoys sharing his passion of seizing opportunities to enrich life and accomplish more on the job and in personal relationships. His enthusiasm is contagious. More importantly, his ideas are innovative and able to make a real difference in productivity and results. If you are looking for a speaker who has the power to transform the way your staff looks at your workplace challenges, relationships, and life itself, invite Hasib Azhand to lead your next company meeting or in service training session. You will be delighted with his insights.
$5,001 - $10,000
My name is Daphne Robert-Hamilton and I've been in the field of teaching and training for the last 20+years. Married for over 25yrs and recently lost both my Rhodesian Ridgebacks :( Expertise in both Guns and Dogs. I have certifications in both firearms and in dog training. My passion is to empower people with the mindset of being prepared, "Fail to Prepare-Prepare to Fail". I have presented several Safety Seminars for Real Estate agents and I am also a Certified Refuse To Be A Victim Instructor, which covers all aspects of life to improve safety including the elderly, school children and kids heading off to college. I write monthly dog behavior & training blogs covering any and all aspects of living with a dog. I have been published in a peer journal called The Chronicle of the Dog for a piece on Sibling Rivalry. I have also been published in several dog articles in various dog magazines. In my spare time, I volunteer to a couple of businesses/organizations all related to safety. First, the Pilchuck Foundation which provides additional leadership and funding to Granite Falls, WA local fire department, and law enforcement. And, secondly, co-teach NRA classes including Personal Protection In The Home and Personal Protection Outside The Home at the North Whidbey Sportsmen's Association.
$251 - $1,500
Kim Gemmell is an author, and an aspiring inspirational speaker. Through her life’s journey she shares her trials and tribulations, included with some great triumphs along the way. Her story sends a message of humbled gratefulness accompanied with the power to rise above adversity with new found strength. She equips her audience to find the tools we all possess, but perhaps aren’t aware we had, in order to live a successful and happy life, despite the challenges that cross our path. Following the birth of her son with a critical heart defect and her daughter’s autism diagnosis, Kim’s will and determination inspires others to believe and have faith......no matter what obstacles life may deliver. In her own words, “We should never give up on our desires to live a happy abundant life, and although we may not always have a choice with the debris that comes our way, there is always a choice on how we deal with it.” Transforming her life's experience into a purpose, Kim’s book, BRAVERY, offers an enlightening new perspective on life, and inspires people to believe anything is possible! This has launched her into a fantastic speaking career, passing her wealth of knowledge to not only strive to reach our goals, but to actually obtain them. As she always says, “Manifesting our desires is not that difficult once we embrace ‘an attitude of faith, desire and determination.’ As Impact Speaker for United Way, Kim has a diverse humanitarian knowledge and understanding of how important it is to support the challenging needs of so many people and families throughout our country. She knows how the support of businesses and our community can make powerful and positives changes. Her recent TEDx Talk demonstrates the value of human connections, and how our relationships are key to paving the road to success even following great setbacks. Keep an eye out for Kim’s next motivational book, “SMILE AGAIN “ due to be released in 2018.
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Susan Kerby is an international best selling author, inspirational speaker and founder of the “I Want That!” speaker training model, has been setting hearts and stages on fire with her bold, audacious light and impassioned message for over thirty years. Having led over 200 transformational seminars (impacting more than 15,000 lives), and having trained internationally for corporations such as PayPal, StubHub, and Peak Potentials, Susan is now is on a mission to pass on the magic to emerging thought leaders. She works with speakers, no matter what their profession, to boost their celebrity and authority by designing and delivering magnetic and mesmerizing talks leaving their audiences inspired, leaning in, and saying, “I want that!”
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