I am a public speaker, author and executive coach, specializing in professional development, personal improvement, self-esteem and confidence building. Enjoy a visit to my website: www.encouragementworks.net. I have been Director of Public Relations for 4 companies. I successfully fulfilled the duties of Media Days, Hosting Dignitaries and Elected Officials, was involved in the Public Relations Affairs at the 1996 Summer Olympic Games in Atlanta, have held a seat on boards of directors, have been an ambassador for both non and for-profit businesses, wrote for 5 different publications, all owned by the NYT, for 10 years and have spoken at more than 500 events, including in-person, radio and television. I currently freelance my Executive Coaching and Communications Services. I am an active member with the American Business Women's Association and hold a certificate of Business Negotiations Skills from the University of Kansas School of Business Center for Management. I am also a graduate of Leadership Orlando, Class #68 and am a member of Phi Theta Kappa. English is my first language.