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Meet Your Contributing Experts

Katana Abbott
Smart Women’s Coaching
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Working with Katana is a unique experience. She coaches from a background of finance, business, personal life experience and spiritual teachings based on the Law of Attraction. She believes that we get what we focus on most and that life is supposed to be filled with joy, confidence and abundance…not stress, fear and scarcity.

Besides helping women envision their perfect life or take their business to that next level, Katana is passionate about helping women be prepared for the experience of caregiving for their loved ones through her program www.DesignatedDaughter.com.  


Wendy Battles
Healthy Endeavors, LLC
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A recovering, "over-commitment" junkie, Wendy has transitioned from a stressful, over-the-top lifestyle to one of balance, energy and optimal health. She joyfully works with busy professional women to help then see the possibility for great health and claim it for themselves!

With a background in sociology, psychology and nutrition, coupled with a prior corporate career in learning and development, Wendy provides just the right dose of coaching, motivation and inspiration to help her clients transform and "love themselves up."


Laura Campbell
The D Spot
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Laura is the Founder of The D Spot, and THE Divorce and Life Transition Coach for women experiencing the Journey of Divorce. Laura's education, experience, background and life experience have all been a journey to discovering The D Spot and her Life Coaching practice. The D Spot today is dedicated to helping women regroup, renew and reinvent themselves before, during and after divorce.

Working with women from all over the country, Laura's commitment is to the divorced woman finding balance in her life. Laura's expertise is in helping women view their divorce as a journey and reconnecting to who they are. She coaches, speaks and teaches on how woman can renew their spirit and life goals to create the life they are meant to lead. Her practice, online community and dedicated divorce resource network will all be found at www.discoverthedspot.com.


Johanne Edwards
Excellence Training LLC
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Johanne Edwards is a dynamic emotional intelligence consultant, coach and seminar leader and author. She assists individuals who are interested in getting the “juice” out of life. People attend her Excellence Training Seminars...to become unstoppable in the face of frustrating repetitive life patterns…to learn to manage major life changes with ease and less “effort” and to create lasting and loving relationships, where in the past the behavior has been “dealing” with the failed ones.


T. Harv Eker
Peak Potential
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Using the principles he teaches, T. Harv Eker went from zero to millionaire in only 2 1/2 years! He combines a unique brand of 'street-smarts with heart'. T. Harv Eker is the founder and president of Peak Potentials Training, the fastest growing personal development company in North America.

Eker is the author of the best-selling books, Secrets of the Millionaire Mind and SpeedWealth. He has also developed several highly-acclaimed courses such as The Millionaire Mind Intensive, Life Directions, Wizard Training and Train the Trainer. He is also the producer and trainer of the world-famous Enlightened Warrior Training.


Laura Eliason
Genworth Financial
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As a specialist in long term care planning and assistance, Laura's mission is to help educate people about he potentially high costs of long term care - both in the actual dollar costs as well as the high costs of the emotional, mental and time stresses experienced by those caring for their loved ones. Her specialized training and education combined with her personal experiences of dealing with long term care needs of both her parents - at home, in assisted living and in a nursing home - make her an excellent advocate for protecting people, their families and their retirement portfolios from the devastating consequences of long-term care.

Laura helps people become positively proactive and empowered to be in charge of their lives in this important way!


Stacey Francis
Stacey Francis, D.C
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I am a Chiropractic Kinesiologist in practice 15 years. I public speak for groups about the benefits of No-Stress Chiropractic and Nutrition, and have recently had an article published in the Healing Garden Journal. I am a wife and a mother of two fabulous boys. I am a quilter and just completed the Pieces Of Peace Community Quilt Project that is now traveling across the state.


Deborah Gallant
Web Power Tools
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Deborah Gallant is a no-nonsense business coach and Internet pioneer with an MBA and a charismatic teacher, problem-solver and advisor on all things marketing and Internet-related. She holds an MBA from Columbia University Graduate School of Business and a BA from Brandeis University.Deborah lives in Southern California where she juggles her Internet business, a thriving coaching practice, a busy family life including her ten year old daughter, serves on numerous boards and in her (spare) time teaches fitness classes at the local gym.


Travis Greenlee
TravisGreenleeConsulting
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Travis Greenlee is one of the industry's top Internet Marketing and Business Development Consultants. He specializes in teaching small business owners, entrepreneurs, and service professionals to leverage the power of technology to automate, simplify, and rapidly increase their
bottom line.


Jill Jordan
Smart Women’s Coaching
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One of Jill’s greatest joys is to know that she has touched someone in a special way – to inspire, encourage or connect while bringing out their authenticity and special talents. Jill believes that everyone has unique capabilities which are often hidden or undiscovered. As a personal branding coach, Jill is dedicated to helping women identify and communicate the strengths they bring to the world.

Jill helps women create a personal brand, enhance their professional presence and develop a signature style. Learn how to take charge of your life through Jill’s infectious energy and infinite community of friends, colleagues and mentors. Remember, if you don’t brand yourself, someone else will – and, it may not be the “brand” you want!


Janet Kaplan-Bucciarelli
Stories That Move
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I specialize in using humor and integrity to bring your inner story to the outer world. For 20 years, I have taught writing, communication and leadership development to adults and youth from around the globe. Over that period of time, it has become apparent that I am, by nature, a writer, producer, trainer, photographer and entrepreneur.

I know that a well-crafted story has the power to inspire people to understand something new, to act and to change.

My mission, through Stories That Move, is to facilitate the telling and sharing of stories in the most honest, beautiful, and compelling ways possible.

Whether you are a business person or in the non-profit world; a young person in a youth program or a wise elder with stories to pass down, I help you unearth your story, articulate it, make it visible, and aim it right at your target audience.


Ruth Klein
The Marketing/Time Source
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I enjoy helping women connect the dots - my radio show title says it all: Time Management Secrets for Your Work Life, Family Life, Personal Life, Financial Life and Love Life.

I was just interviewed in "O Magazine" and "Child Magazine"...soon to be in Readers Digest doing what I love doing: helping a reader live her life with more joy and less stress...all while making a living!


Donna Marie
Donna Marie Consulting, LLC
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There are those who guide people through the basics of business and give advice on personal relationships, and then there is Donna Marie. A “confidante” to executives, business owners and other professionals, Donna helps clients resolve personal and professional imbalances and stress by understanding and synchronizing their emotions, thoughts and actions.

Expert in the fields of emotional intelligence, thought management, and enhanced communication skills; Donna is at once an energetic speaker and a calming influence. She is the producer and facilitator of the SPEAK EZ in Front of Groups workshops, a co-author of The Better Bottom Line: skills and strategies to develop your business, and the developer of Emotional Technology.


Gail Martin
DreamSpinner Communications
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I spent nearly 20 years in Corporate America before I founded DreamSpinner Communications as a way to help small and medium-sized businesses gain corporate-level marketing help at an affordable price. My MBA is in Marketing and Management Information Systems. I'm also the author of the Chronicles of the Necromancer fantasy series, including The Summoner (2007) and The Blood King (2008).


Danielle Mayoras
The Center for Special Needs Planning / The Center for Elder Law
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Danielle is an attorney and counselor with a Juris Doctor from the University of Michigan Law School and a Bachelor of Arts with high distinction from the University of Michigan. She has dedicated her career to help others in the fields of elder law and special needs planning. In particular, Danielle has had the privilege of serving as the Community Educator for The Center for Elder Law and The Center for Special Needs Planning. She has published and contributed to publications extensively on the topics of Elder Law and Special Needs Planning and has had the pleasure of educating the community through television and radio media. Furthermore, Danielle has frequently lectured on these topics to organizations, ranging from brokerage houses and banks to nonprofit organizations and support groups, throughout Michigan.


Sheri McConnell
National Association of Women Writers and the Association of Web Entrepreneurs
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Sheri McConnell is the President and Founder of two national organizations–the National Association of Women Writers and the Association of Web Entrepreneurs. She teaches women writers and entrepreneurs how to discover, create, and profit from their intellectual knowledge. Sheri has a Masters of Arts in Organizational Management and a Bachelors in Social Work.

She has four published books for women writers and in February 2007 she published Create Your Association–The Complete Blueprint and Tool Kit for Building a Profitable and Sustainable Membership-Based Business for anyone wanting to create a profitable membership-based business from their home.

Her latest venture is—a high level product for lifestyle entrepreneurs–My Millionaire Friends. Sheri lives in San Antonio, Texas with her husband, their four children, a weenie dog, and two cats.


Jody Jelas
Big Fish
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Big Fish Marketing is a web development company offering a complete solution to build and market your business online. With a team of experts in design, programing, marketing and video editing we can offer you a package to boost sales, leverage your time and create passive income for you.

Jody has been building websites for the past decade helping entrepreneurs to build their businesses to a point where they have enough time and money to do what they REALLY love. Spending time with family, travel, shopping, nothing! Whatever you're passionate about!

Jody is also a certified leader for Bob Proctors SGR Club, a speaker - presenting on Business, Personal Development and helping youth.


Pat Samples
Pat Samples, M.A.
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Pat Samples has spend the past 17 years helping midlife women and caregivers find inner clarity, strength, and peace of mind. In her eight books and hundreds of talks and workshop across North America, she has been a champion for living with intention and creativity in our older years.

Her newest book, which has been called "what our generation wants to read" by AARP's magazine, is the Secret Wisdom of a Woman's Body: Freeing Yourself To Live Passionately and Age Fearlessly. She helps people discover the gift that they are and the gift that life is -- until their last breath.
 


Kim Schott
Schott Cultural Consulting
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Schott understands people, soft-skills and processes. As the President and Founder of Schott Cultural Consulting, and the author of the Keys to Client Communication System, Kim would tell you that 95% of the world's consumers are outside of the United States. With a proven system to connect with clients from all corners of the globe, she has become known for her engaging, professional style, respect of cultural values, and sense of humor.


Marilyn Schwader
Clarity of Vision, Inc
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For 25 years, Writing and Internet Marketing Coach Marilyn Schwader has worked in various aspects of the publishing industry. Coaching over 100 published authors has given her incredible insights on creativity, promotion, and marketing. Her popular tele-class, Multiple Streams of Writing Income, has provided thousands with the steps to create a strategic plan for their writing by using the resources of the Internet and emerging technology.

Combining her extensive knowledge of technology and communication with her passion and love for creativity and spirituality, Marilyn brings a unique perspective to getting your concept from inspiration to the marketplace.


Barbara Stanny
Barbara Stanny, Inc.
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As a bestselling author, sought after speaker, workshop facilitator, and money & wealth coach, Barbara has helped millions of women take charge of their finances and their lives. She combines the lessons she learned from her own personal journey to financial enlightenment along with her extensive research and business experience to create a whole new paradigm of women, money and power, to educate & inspire you to take action before a financial crisis becomes your personal wake up call.


Bobbie Tallon
Tallon Imaging & Web Design
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Best described as a “Technology Artist,” Bobbie Tallon’s love for art has taken her from a childhood sketch book to owner of a successful, full-service website development and creative services company. A shining example of women’s resiliency in transitioning through careers, Bobbie founded Tallon Design in 2001 after several years of “playing” with web development and media animation, and while still enjoying a successful career as a senior level hair stylist. Today, her attention is focused on leading a team of developers and support staff in designing data-driven websites, database integration, custom software development, media animation, and creative services such as logo and brochure development. She also keeps her artistic side active by offering custom drawings and illustrations.


April Welch
Simply Organized
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April Welch is a mother of 2 boys & married to a firefighter husband. ALL of her organizing strategies have a strong beginning with these guys! Keeping life straight in a crazy schedule has fueled her to share her passion. April s career has given her the chance to educate people struggling with their own organizing challenges. Often you can find her either working with clients or taking tele-classes on "Chronic-Disorganization". When she steps out of professional role she can be found with her kids & husband either floating the river during the summer or on the slopes snowboarding during the winter.



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