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Authentic communicators
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The Interact Speakers Bureau is a showcase of Authentic Speakers--business owners, CEOs and executives--who are experts in their field and offer success stories, insights and value. If you are planning an annual meeting, sales rally, conference or seminar, find out how Interact can assist you with the agenda, click here, or contact any of these experts directly.
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Dianne Chipps Bailey is amazed each and every day by the power of the nonprofit sector. Fueled by this passion, she has devoted her legal career and much of her personal life to serving a range of charitable organizations. Dianne has counseled hundreds of nonprofit organizations throughout the United States and overseas, inspiring their leaders to stretch and grow in ways they often thought unimaginable. Dianne gives you the tools to more effectively lead a nonprofit, whether as a volunteer or a paid professional. She also empowers you to invest increasingly scarce charitable dollars with wisdom and maximum impact. Expect to be challenged and inspired to boldly lead your nonprofit in new and important ways. [Email your inquiry] to Dianne Chipps Bailey at Robinson, Bradshaw & Hinson, PA. Email your inquiry to Diane Bailey.
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Molly Barker, MSW and four-time Hawaii Ironman triathlete is a visionary. Molly began running at the age of 15 - an age when she found herself stuck in the "girl box", where only girls who were a certain size with a certain beauty were popular; where girls who wanted to fit in had to mold their bodies and their personalities to fit the requirements of the box. In 2000, Girls on the Run International, a 501c-3 organization was born. Today, there are Girls on the Run® programs in over 150 cities across North America, with tens of thousands of girls and women participating. The innovative, experiential program combines training for a 5k event with life-changing self-esteem enhancing lessons that enhance social, physical and mental health in 8 – 12 year old girls. Email your inquiry to Molly.
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Cynthia Carlson is a connector. She has built two successful enterprises in unrelated industries by connecting the right people with the right opportunities. By the time she sold Carlson Compute to a public corporation, it was the largest privately-held technology training company in the southeast. Today, Cynthia is a principal in Campbell\Carlson, a retained executive search firm that specializes in recruiting senior-level executives in a wide range of industries. The firm has achieved elite preferred provider status to one of the largest financial institutions in the US. Cynthia's topic is “The Art and Science of Management Recruiting.” Email your inquiry to Cynthia Carlson.
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Marilyn Carpenter is a certified Business and Life Coach, and owner of V. James Coaching Consortium. After twenty five years in sales, sales management and executive leadership, Marilyn focuses on empowering the Worker. Her first non-fiction work, Open Sesame, is scheduled for release this year. Marilyn specializes in high growth business executives and individuals to further develop their talent within their current job. She coaches executives to excel in the creation and execution of company strategies based on corporate vision and mission statements; to seize the full potential of all Workers within the company; and to overcome the fear of exploring other talents that could be strengthened and aligned for a new job. Email your inquiry to Marilyn Carpenter.
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Julie Cole is passionate about golf, teaching, people and life. She is the Director of Instruction at the Dana Rader Golf School at Ballantyne, a wonderful athlete, and vibrant communicator. In the first phase of her career, Julie played professionally on the European and LPGA Tour, winning 15 tournaments worldwide. In addition to her outstanding playing credentials, she has excelled in her teaching. She has been named on the prestigious list of Golf For Women magazine’s Top 50 Teachers, Golf Digest Top 15 Teachers in North Carolina, and Golf Magazine’s Top Teachers Nationwide. She is an LPGA National Evaluator and instructor for LPGA Education Workshops. Email your inquiry to Julie Cole. |
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Ann Depta is president and founder of Meridian Consulting Group, specializing in executive coaching, managing change, leadership development, and teambuilding. Formerly Vice President of Management and Leadership Development at First Union, Ann has one of the most respected names in the business. She holds a Master's in Instructional Systems from the University of Minnesota. Recently Ann was presented with the Outstanding Chapter Speaker Award from the NC Association of Certified Public Accountants. Among her topics are “How to Influence With Integrity,” and “How to Survive an OrgQuake.” Email your inquiry to Ann Depta.
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Andy Dinkin is on fire with the entrepreneurial spirit. A graduate and football letterman of UNC Chapel Hill, he shows up with obvious passion and energy. Andy co-founded his first successful venture in the 90’s, Tegra Telephone Systems. Later he partnered in the development of an Internet based sales training company, TrainOne. In 2002 Andy founded Fidelity & Trust Mortgage of Charlotte, and in 2004 he became a partner in a healthcare start-up, InRoom MD. Most recently he joined Levine Properties to head up business development for an innovative downtown mixed-use project. Andy is committed to family, business and life. Email your inquiry to Andy Dinkin.
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Kelley Doyle is a Certified Coach, Speaker and Trainer who specializes in working with entrepreneurs and professionals to live boldly. She is one of only 28 coaches in North Carolina to hold a certification designated by the International Coaches Federation (ICF). Kelley started her coaching business following a successful career at Discovery Channel Network Sales. Since 2002, she has been coaching entrepreneurs and professionals including small business owners, financial planners, attorneys and corporate executives. Kelley received her B.A. in Psychology from Syracuse University and currently serves as President of the ICF Charlotte chapter of coaches. Email your inquiry to Kelley Doyle.
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Nader Elguindi is an expert on motivation, personal choice, and overcoming obstacles. As a U.S. Navy Submarine Officer, he overcame a terrible accident that caused the loss of his right leg. He went on to become the first nuclear submariner to complete qualifications with a prosthetic, and finish his tour of duty. In spite of this the Navy found him unfit to serve. Nader responded by becoming a tireless entrepreneur and building a nationally recognized web-company, Cydecor, that serves the Office of Naval Research. Other clients include Hendrick Automotive Group, Duke Energy, Parkdale Mills, and BSN medical. Email your inquiry to Nader Elguindi.
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Natalie English is Senior Vice President of Business & Education Advocacy for the Charlotte Chamber of Commerce. She and her team serve as the voice of business at the city, county, state, federal and school board levels of government. The Chamber works on issues impacting such things as the ease of doing business and the quality of life in Charlotte. In her role, Natalie serves as campaign manager for ballot issues such as bond referenda. Last year Natalie was awarded the prestigious Marshall Memorial Fellowship and completed a 25-day trip to European to learn about and advance trans-Atlantic relations. Natalie received her B.A. in Communications from North Carolina State University. Email your inquiry to Natalie English.
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Suzanne Fetscher is president and CEO of the McColl Center for Visual Art, and an advocate for creativity in the Charlotte community. Her brainchild, the Innovation Institute, teaches business people to "see" their work differently with the help of artists and creative coaches. A graduate of the University of Central Florida, Orlando (B.F.A., 1979) and University of Florida, Gainesville (M.F.A., 1982), she spent several post-graduate years teaching design and drawing, serving as adjunct instructor at Rollins College, Winter Park and University of Central Florida, Orlando, and as a full-time visiting instructor at Stetson University, DeLand. Suzanne serves on the International Advisory Board of Akiyoshidai International Art Village in Japan. Email your inquiry to Suzanne Fetscher.
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Sue Gorman is a community leader, professional interior designer and a "big idea" person. Her design work has been featured on HGTV and in publications throughout the United States. Previously Sue worked for Arnold Palmer Golf Management where she oversaw operations of 35 golf courses in 17 states. As the wife of the school superintendent for one of the nation's 20th largest school district and as a mother herself, Sue is also deeply involved in creating community and parental involvement in the public schools. Sue speaks to issues of parenting and work-life balance often and has founded a national program, "Parent University" which presents classes for parents on all topics relating to children and a parenting. In its initial year about 15,000 people were a part of "Parent University" classes. Email your inquiry to Sue Gorman.
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Denny Hammack thought he came to Charlotte from Martinsville, Virginia to be in banking. As it turned out, his position at First Union was the stepping stone that introduced him to a fellow Virginian and owner of Patterson Business Systems. Denny helped grow the business, formed a new ownership group, and succeeded his friend as CEO when he retired. A recent acquisition has launched another phase of growth and the new brand, Patterson Pope, specializing in records management, offsite record storage and document imaging. Denny is passionate about business, leadership and family life. Email your inquiry to Denny Hammack.
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Tom Lane is a speaker, facilitator and coach. His personal trek from Wall Street and the financial world to his own sense of purpose resonates with many of us. Tom left his position as a Senior Vice President with a financial firm and went on sabbatical. When he returned he joined Whitehead Associates, Inc. as COO and Consultant. Tom and Mike Whitehead, the company's founder, share a commitment to making a difference in Charlotte and helping to take client's businesses to the next level. Tom completed his undergraduate degrees at the University of Colorado, and later earned an MBA at Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business. Email your inquiry to Tom.
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Cam Marston is an expert on the different values that drive generations. He has literally traveled the world as a speaker and management consultant on age diversity and multigenerational relations. Cam enlightens and entertains audiences seeking a greater understanding of different age groups. He explores the values and belief systems of the Matures; the Boomers (born 1946-64); Generation X (born 1965-78) and Generation Y (born since 1979). Email your inquiry to Cam Marston.
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Vicky Mitchener is known for her unstoppable energy and drive. She is the owner of Dickens Mitchener and Associates, a residential real estate company and the fifth largest woman-owned company in the area. Vicky was named 1997 Entrepreneur of the Year by the Charlotte Chamber, and 1998 Women In Business Achievement Award winner by the Business Journal. Her leadership style is proactive. She believes in hiring the best, getting out of the way, and expecting results without micromanaging. Vicky is a mother of three and encourages her working mothers to create a balanced environment so they can enjoy their careers and their families. Email your inquiry to Vicky Mitchener.
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Elizabeth McKee is the Executive Director of Leadership Charlotte, the area's premier leadership development organization. Elizabeth has a rich background for her work. She is the former Director of Leadership Initiatives at McColl School of Business at Queens University of Charlotte. She not only helped create the curriculum for MBA and undergraduate students, she developed an international leadership experience in Chile with Vertical, S.A. A native of Lumberton, NC, Elizabeth received a bachelor's of arts degree Elon University and a master's degree from Appalachian State University. She has worked in education-based non-profits for the past 9 years. Email your inquiry to Elizbeth McKee.
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Peter Popovich is a business owner, top ranked squash and racquetball player and business coach. A first-generation immigrant from the former Yugoslavia, Peter is fluent in Spanish, Serbian and English. The first phase of his career was spent utilizing his Mechanical Engineering degree at Westinghouse Electric Corporation in domestic and international sales. After earning a Masters in Sports Administration, Peter served as the Athletic Foundation Director at UNC Charlotte. Since then, Peter has built a successful career in Charlotte residential real estate. Peter is a certified life and business coach; an owner/operator of a successful Keller Williams Realty franchise in Fort Mill; and an associate member of the Interact faculty. Email your inquiry to Peter Popovich.
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Fabi Preslar provides the "spark" in SPARK Publications. She is president and creative director of the successful graphic design firm, which specializes in the design and production of local and national magazines, books and marketing materials. SPARK began as a home-based, freelance business ten years ago and has evolved into an award-winning graphic design powerhouse. By working through her fears and failures, Fabi rediscovered her creative core and has learned to live and do business with authenticity. She shares her inspiring journey to encourage other entrepreneurs and business owners to face their fears and take leaps of faith. Fabi's topic is "When Success Doesn't Happen Overnight." Email your inquiry to Fabi Preslar.
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Carlos Salum is the President of Salum International, a global management consulting firm. Salum is the developer of a process that helps executives design a personalized blueprint for achieving peak performance, based on key training principles utilized by world-class athletes and sports teams. As a peak performance expert, he has participated in ground-breaking research with some of the world's leading sport scientists, such as Dr. Jim Loehr, Dr. Nick Hall, Dr. Jack Groppel and Pat Etcheberry, with whom he coached some of the world's top athletes. He contributed to the careers of outstanding tennis players such as Gabriela Sabatini (U.S. Open champion, 1990) and Sergi Bruguera (French Open champion, 1993-94) and the Argentine and Italian Davis Cup Teams. Email. your inquiry to Carlos Salum.
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Dana Rader has the kind of presence you can feel when she walks in the room. She is an author, entrepreneur, instructor and leader. A native of Morganton, North Carolina, she is the Director of Golf at the Ballantyne Resort, which is home to her state-of-the-art school. Her first book, Rock Solid Golf – A Foundation for a Lifetime was released in November 2002 and she is working on her second. She has been named Charlotte Business Woman of the Year, Teacher of the Year by the LPGA, and one of America’s Greatest Instructors by Golf Digest. In addition to numerous articles she has written for Golf for Women, Golf Magazine, Golf Digest, and Sports Illustrated, Dana has also appeared on the Golf Channel’s Academy Live and Golf Channel Academy. Email your inquiry to Dana Rader.
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Jenn Snyder is the Executive Director for a the powerful business exchange organization, Hood Hargett Breakfast Club. There she has discovered an outlet for her unique ability to organize businesses as a community. One of the ways she has created community among the businesses involved with HHBC is fundraising for great causes--to the tune of hundreds of thousands of dollars. Jenn has booked the nation's top speakers, and become friends with dynamic individuals such as Jim Nantz, Liz Murray, Kyle Maynard, Lee Woodruff, Chief Richard Picciotto and Dick Hoyt. She has stories about these interesting personalities and the way they've given back. Jenn believes that in these uncertain times, businesses have a huge opportunity to bring focus and stability to their employees by caring for their communities. Email your inquiry to Jenn Snyder.
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Carson Tate is the Founder and President of Working Simply, LLC a productivity consulting and professional organizing firm that works with individuals, teams and entire organizations to improve performance and profitability. Carson and her team improve individual and company performance and profitability by analyzing and streamlining organizational work flow processes, enhancing individual productivity and by reorganizing physical work environments to direct and guide optimal performance. The company offers work flow analysis, information management, individual productivity coaching, and group productivity seminars to individuals and businesses. Carson is a Certified Professional Organizer, CPO and an Authorized Consultant for the Paper Tiger Productivity Institute (PTPI).
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Martha Whitecotton is the Administrator of Levine Children's Hospital. In nursing she was introduced to the caregiver – patient relationship and the need for intimacy to facilitate healing. Martha has witnessed the impact when one is willing to engage opportunities to "enter into" relationships. Her passion is to share with audiences (and anyone who will listen) the call to be fully present in every human interaction, and the power that comes from these connections. Martha received her BS in Nursing and a MS in Family Nursing and Care of High Risk Childbearing Fam ilies from West Texas State University. In 2005 she completed a Fellowship at the Wharton School at University of Pennsylvania and is a Fellow in the American College of Healthcare Executives. Martha believes that responding to the call for intimacy will shape the world we want to live in and want our children to inherit. Her topics include "Entering into Intimacy" and "The Power of Human Connection." Email your inquiriy to Martha Whitecotton.
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Brandon Uttley is an expert in demand. He is a social media marketing consultant, an entrepreneur, a public relations and branding professional with more than 20 years of experience. His topic is "The Changing Face of Corporate Communications Online." Brandon is founder and president of Web Business Freedom, Inc., which helps clients create conversations and connections and grow thriving web-based businesses. Prior to founding Web Business Freedom, Brandon was co-founder and president of carbonhouse, inc., a brand consultancy and design firm. A graduate of UNC-Chapel Hill, Brandon serves as president of the Charlotte Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) and is accredited in Public Relations (APR). Email your inquiry to Brandon Uttley.
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Mike Whitehead is CEO of Whitehead Associates and the Center for Intentional Leadership. He has more than 20 years experience as a consultant, coach, educator, and trainer. He holds a Master's Degree and is known for his expertise in change management and conflict resolution. His programs make possible a transformational experience for teams of all descriptions. Whitehead Associates is housed in a historic inn on the corner of Sardis and Fairview, which is ideal for seminars and retreats. Mike has designed programs for Harris Teeter, Wachovia General Banking, Keynote Corporation, Ameritrust Mortgage, and Mecklenburg BAR Association. Email your inquiry to Mike Whitehead.
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Joan O. Wright, Master Certified Coach (MCC), speaker and President of O'Sullivan Wright enables Fortune 500 companies and entrepreneurial businesses to develop and retain the leadership strength and talent they need to achieve their goals. Joan's systematic assessment process targets "high potential" and "at risk" performers. After identifying individuals' performance potential and gaps, her accelerated leadership and customized executive coaching programs enable leaders to move ahead from sometimes a survival mindset to success and even significance. In addition to helping client organizations achieve their desired business results, Joan helps leaders reach their own personal aspirations. Inspired leaders are then able to inspire the leaders they lead and ignite team performance.
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