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Chris Curtis
Radio Personality/Entrepreneur

Web Business Motivational Speaker and Successuccess. Coach Chris takes a proactive stance to encouraging business owners and entrepreneurs to use the web as a means of supplementing their incomes. She can usually be found on the radio or in online social network giving a teleseminar or facilitating a workshop on topics that help others tap into virtual revenue streams.

Radio Show Host. In addition to her career in radio at VoiceAmerica, Chris is also the co-host of Tech Talk Philly on 900AM WURD in Philadelphia. She and her co-host, Chuck Stewart, provide easy to understand news and information about the technology world to their audiences. "Philadelphia's Favorite Tech Talkers", Chris and Chuck, offer information and advice about personal computing, computer networking, end-user training, e- commerce, virtual business ownership, and web site development. The shows focus is to educate and support individuals and businesses who need assistance with computers, technology peripherals and internet tools.

Internet Business Professional .Chris is a triple-threat web developer (web design, web programming, internet marketing) and an internet business consultant with 12+ years of building web sites that "do something". Sites built and managed by Chris usually enjoy high search engine rankings, plenty of web traffic and great positioning for financial gain. Chris offers web site design, interactive programming, project management and internet marketing expertise to business owners and small business entrepreneurs all over the world.

www.webbusinessownership.com
or
www.webwiseshow.com

Ronnie "Sport Coat" Overton

First and foremost, I'd like to take time to thank Our Heavenly Father for watching over me and giving me the strength to make it this far!! I was born in 1953 to Christine and Norman Overton in Pontiac, Michigan. I am the second oldest of eight surviving children. My musical career started at a very young age, like a lot of musicians, in grade school. I started out playing the violin until I took it home and broke a string! Scared to death of what my teacher was going to do to me, I almost cut my finger off trying to fix it! (shaking like Don Knotts!). After that I switched to the cello but that didn't last long, because around that time is when I really got serious about music! Strangely enough, my first real interest in music came from the Beatles!

Look here, let me tell you something, I couldn't wait for my parents to leave so I could crank up the radio, grab a broom (had to have a guitar) and something to tie on my head (had to have the hair)! At that time, I hooked up with some childhood friends and together we formed the Soulful Determinations. But I had to change that too, because everybody was drowning me out! So I kept up with the Joneses and switched to bass guitar.

I traveled from 1972 until 1978 with Ronnie McNeir (presently with the Four Tops) and Kim Weston. After a two year lay off, I went out on the road with the 50s doo- wop group, The Dell-Vikings. I traveled with them from 1980 to 1988, at which time in between tours I started selling drugs to make ends meet. Well, as you might have guessed, I got busted and had to go on an extended vacation for the state. Ten flat years!! I used that time to clear my head and tighten up my keyboard skills. During the process of creating this project, I had the pleasure to work with and complete some other projects with some very talented musicians! Ronnie McNeir, David Finley (presently with the Miracles), Charles Anthony, Derek 'DJ' Johnson, Marcus Cummings, Darryl Wakefield, and Danny Carthan.

"When The Smoke Clears" is my first solo project and all the tunes written were based on my life experiences. If you're one of those many people who enjoy jumping in the car and just riding, this CD was designed with you in mind! It took me about five years to complete, but that's okay, because I wanted to make sure this CD wasn't one of those that you have paid $15.00 for, and only like one tune! This CD was created to make you pat your feet and just feel good! A few women friends have said that it contains baby- making music! .....I'll leave that one alone! Enjoy!

Ronnie 'Sportcoat' Overton .

www.myspace.com/stillinthepocket

www.stillinthepocket.com

Crystal Glass
Choreographer/Actress/Makeup Artist

With an extensive background in the performing arts Crystal majored in Film/Theatre Arts and received her BA degree at New Jersey City University. ity.

She has graced the stage with the Rockettes at Radio City Music Hall--Easter Show, Dance Africa at Brooklyn Academy of Music and performed with the late Gregory Hines. Her film/TV credits include New York Undercover, Law & Order, Sex in the City, Copland, Once in the Life, US Marshals, Just My Luck and The Thomas Crowne Affair. Crystal has toured around the world as a dancer/choreographer for R/B and Pop artist Jennifer Lopez, Mary J. Blige, Shabba Ranks and Black Box just to name a few.

Crystal has been an entrepreneur for many years. As of 3 years ago she finally has a photography studio to call her own. All of her many talents have won her the title, Director of Makeup/Hair/Wardrobe on the feature film, "Butterfly Chasers" shooting in August 2008. The film is written and directed by Princeton Holt in which she also has a role as "Marcella".

Crystal will be launching her new cosmetic line of makeup, "Faces of Color" and shooting the TV commercial in July. Also, in stores by September 0 tion "Today's Bride & Groom For Couples". Crystal will continue on in the fall on tour with the Gospel Play "The Soul of a Man" by Ronnie Johnson.

Crystal's philosophy success--- "How do I measure success? It's the journey that makes you a success at what you're passionate about. Getting paid for it is the icing on the cake!"

Crystal adds, "God has blessed me in so many ways, and now this amazing interview!"

Visit Crystal at:
www.myspace.com/crystalglassinc
and
www.myspace.com/CGcosmetics

Kirk Nugent
Motivational Speaker

For almost ten years Kirk Nugent has served as a catalyst for change, challenging preconceived notions about success and self-actualization. Kirk started public speaking in poetry venues where he displayed a keen understanding of social and political issues delivered with his signature brand of infectious wit and frenetic energy. Early audiences crowned him "The People's Poet," and the stage was set for Kirk to widen his speaking base to include college campuses, key note addresses for Fortune 500 companies, church ministries and empowerment workshops. He has spoken at venues across the United States, Canada, Europe and the Caribbean. Kirk continues to impact the lives of people from around the world with public speaking engagements, and live appearances, as well as with his book, The Unpopular Truth and CD's The Unpopular Truth, and I want to Testify, as well as with his highly anticipated guide to self-actualization, Ripple.

Kirk celebrates his Jamaican heritage which has fostered in him the global perspective of "Out of Many One People. " This perspective is a relentless endorsement of the idea that no matter where you are in the world, the innate right to chase your dreams unites all individuals. This is the philosophy which guides Kirk's speaking engagements, and inspired Les Brown to proclaim, "Kirk is a poignant speaker who challenges us to step out in faith towards our dreams."

www.kirknugent.com

David Logan
Comedian

Comedian David Logan has become one of comedy's premiere comedians. In his career he has worked with Damon Williams, Greg laush, Nick Lewis, Mark Ryan, and Sheryl Underwood, which are some of the best in the business.iness.

Comedian David Logan is also the CEO of his own entertainment company "Keep it Funny Entertainment". This company is where David created his scholarship fund for single mothers, called SMSF (Single Mother's Scholarship Fund), which was established to raise money for single mothers who are attending college. David and Keep It Funny Entertainment are also producing a sketch comedy show TV pilot to be introduced to TV and Internet networks. Known for his professionalism on and off stage David Logan is a comedian that will have you thinking, holding your stomach laughing, and leaving saying that boy is stupid. Look out cause this comedian stays original, fresh, and funny.
www.justacomedian.com

Mack D. McGhee
Motivational Speaker

Mack D. McGhee, a once-troubled youth who turned his life around and went on to motivate thousands of youth, is featured in a recently-published book where he is hailed as one of the nation's Top Up and Coming Motivational Speakers. McGhee, who lives in University Park, Illinois, is one of two from Illinois featured in the book.

Titled "From Mediocre to Magnificent", the book profiles Mack's odyssey from when he was brutally attacked by gang members as a teenager. Pinpointing the violent incident as a "turning point" in his life, McGhee opted to forgive rather than seek retribution against his attackers. Along the way, he became a noted youth counselor, president of a motivational speaking firm and a young man with an impressive record of transforming lives.

The compendium features a diverse mix of nine speakers nationwide whose message, style passion and promise are worthy of such acclaim.

Hailed as a must-have for anyone interested in inspiration, the book was conceived by Kevin Bracy, a world-renowned motivational speaker who was trained by Les Brown. In crisscrossing the country identifying up-and-coming speakers, the nine featured in this compilation stood out.

Bracy characterizes McGhee as an inspirational treasure whose powerful presence is eclipsed only by his dynamic message of hope and inspiration. He is truly phenomenal, awesome and commanding in his presence and in his message. His dynamic style underscores why he is able to arouse and motivate.

www.mackdmcghee.com

Thomas Brooks
Author

Thomas Brooks grew up as the only child of a struggling single mother in inner-city Pittsburgh. He was battling racial stereotypes at school and searching for a place among his peers. Then he was told at age eleven that he had been adopted as an infant. He did not know it at the time, but Brooks had actually been born to a white biological mother who descended from Lithuanian Jews and a black Kenyan foreign student father. er.

Years after that stunning revelation, Brooks escaped the ghetto and traveled to search for his heritage. He found his biological mother in London with his previously unknown British siblings. He then located his biological father and extended family in Nairobi. His international search and the resulting reunions have profoundly affected three families in the United States, England, and Kenya.

He earned his B.S. Electrical Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh and his MBA from the University of Maryland. The award-winning author has published several articles, and has been featured frequently on the radio and on television. In 1998, Brooks won a national award from the Career Communications Group in the category of Technical Sales and Marketing for his work in corporate America.

The entrepreneur co-founded MinorityProfessionalNetwork.com in 2001, a leading global online resource for career, economic and lifestyle content. Brooks is a life member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. and also the National Black MBA Association. He enjoys public speaking, snow skiing, running and salsa dancing. He lives with his wife and children near Houston, Texas, USA.

www.alphamultimedia.com/PressRoom.htm

Walter Cannon

Walter Cannon is a successful businessman in the Chicagoland area who has owned and operated his very own mortgage company for 4.5 years. ears.

His company is called C-Cess (Success) Mortgage Corporation. He has 15 years of financing industry experience. He is active in his church and other civic organizations, (Masonic and Non-Charitable Organizations).

He is a single parent raising a son who is now 17 years old. Walter has vast Marketing experience and is a charismatic public speaker.

His goal for this Novella is to reach his audience via all aspects of media: television, radio, print, and internet; book clubs, past and present clients, and the old fashioned way - "Word Of Mouth."

www.realmencook

Tonya Mitchell Peele
Health and Wellness<

Tonya's Philosophy
I believe self-renewal is the foundation of wellness, but this hasn't always been my philosophy. I spent the majority of my young adult years with thighs that rubbed together like sandpaper, a pantry filled with sweet and salty snacks, and a closet of oversized blouses that masked an unfit body - from me and from others. Yet, every aspect of my life still centered around food and inactivity. I wasn't "fully present" in my life and didn't have a clue that I was in need of renewal.

My transformation began when I changed the way I thought about various areas of my life. When I renewed my thinking, I was able to see the value of forming a new mindset about the foods I ate, the amount of exercise I gave my body, and the importance of taking time out for me. By focusing on my innate power of self-renewal, I was able to realize significant and lasting change in my life.

As a self-renewal advocate, my mission is to help women understand what self-renewal is and why it matters. When we are renewed, we feel good. When we feel good, we are more likely to put in the extra effort to take care of ourselves by eating right,exercising and maintaining peace of mind.

We are the authors of our own lives. The wonderful thing about self-renewal is that it puts you in the drivers seat! I enthusiastically share what I have learned over the past twelve years about the power of self-renewal with women through the written and spoken word.

www.tonyamitchellpeele

Dr. Nicole Francis-Williams
Educator
President/CEO of Visionary Policy Institute, LLC

Dr. Nicole Francis-Williams is the President and CEO of Visionary Policy Institute (VPI), LLC an education policy and program design organization based in Baltimore, MD. The corporation provides services to school districts and organizations for research and policy development, grant writing and strategic planning. Dr. Francis-Williams is an educator and a entrepreneur with over 10 years of experience in grants management, education and management.ement.

Currently, Dr. Francis-Williams is working with International Regenerative Medicine, Inc. and a team of physicians that recognize stem cell research and regenerative medicine as a means to save the lives of minorities, particularly African Americans

Dr. Francis-Williams has served as the Interim National Education Director and the Policy and Research Manager for the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) Headquarters and has provided leadership and training to elected officials, community leaders and education committees. She has provided training at Capitol Hill briefings to Congressional and Senatorial staffers on education legislation and underserved populations. Overall, Dr Francis-Williams seeks to provide advocacy, support and leadership to individuals who are a part of underserved and misunderstood minority populations.

www.vpillc.com

Debra Shiveley Welch

Author Debra Shiveley Welch was born in Columbus, Ohio and has lived in the Greater Columbus area all of her life. She now resides in Westerville with her husband, Mark, and her adopted son, Christopher, also a published author.

A third generation poet, Debra has been writing since age nine. In her early twenties she had her own column in the Baltimore Eagle Gazette. Later, she worked as editor for several newsletters, including as development editor for Parent Talk for The League Against Child Abuse.

“The defining moment in my life is the day that I became a mother, and our attorney placed my son in my arms. I drew him to me, breathed him in, memorizing his unique scent, imprinting his essence into my very being. It brought me full circle. I knew that this was a very special calling in my life, to be with this soul, and to share my life with this child. To this day, I revel in his unique perfume.”
Written while waiting to pick up her son from pre-school, A Very Special Child was born. Debra wanted to tell the story in a spiritual way, and in such a manner that would make a child proud to be adopted. She also felt that it was important to reinforce the fact that he or she was loved from the very beginning. These feelings, therefore, were her muse, and A Very Special Child sprang from her heart, virtually complete with the first writing.

www.debrashiveleywelch.net

April Sims
Talk Show Host/Poet
The Poetry Man
Talk Show Host/Poet

April Sims, Sims, affectionately known as 'Boss Lady' was born in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area where she still resides today.
They say heavy is the head that wears the crown and April Sims wears many crowns; Talent Manager, Online Radio Personality, Spoken Word Artist,Photographer, Daughter, Sister; and her greatest role of all; Queen Mother of three beautiful daughters.

April Sims wears a variety of hats within the course of a day; and sometimes wears more than one hat at the same time. She is responsible not only for her own well being, and that of her daughters; but she has assembled a talented group of artists that look to her for guidance as well. The blessing in all of this is the capacity of her heart and mind to expand to meet the needs of so many.

April Sims is not just an artist; she's an icon!
www.aprilsims.com
www.myspace.com/aprilsims

Born on September 11th, his given name is Christopher L. Fields. Tapping into the ambient energy of verbal expression; he assumed his true identity of The Poetry Man. His style is a hybrid of the Church, the Classroom, and the Corner. Equally comfortable in the basement or the penthouse, he bends words to penetrate and overcome all barriers to effective communication. A native of Ohio, he now resides in the DC Metropolitan Area; where he addresses contemporary issues with an old soul, and a profound understanding of self that engages the listener to the point of being entranced. In terms of subject matter, he can go from one end of the spectrum to other in the blink of an eye. The Poetry Man does not recite his work; he lives, breathes, and bleeds Poetry. His very soul is manifest each time he delivers the word.
www.thepoetrymandc.com

Janis F. Kearney
Author/Personal Diarist for President Bill Clinton (Second Interview)

Janis F. Kearney, writer, lecturer and literacy advocate, is one of 19 children born to Arkansas Delta Sharecroppers. She served as Personal Diarist to President William Jefferson Clinton for five years and as Director of the communications office of the U.S. Small Business Administration for two years. Before working for the Clinton-Gore Campaign in 1992, she published the award-winning Arkansas State Press
Newspaper - founded by Arkansas civil rights legends, Daisy and L.C. Bates.

In 2001, she began a two-year W.E.B. Du Bois Fellowship at Harvard University's Center for African
and African American Studies. In 2004, she began a two-year Humanities Fellowship at Chicago's DePaul
University Center for the Humanities. Kearney founded Writing our World Press in 2004, and published her first book, Cotton Field of Dreams: A Memoir, in January, 2005. Her second book, Conversations: William Jefferson Clinton from Hope to Harlem was recently released. Conversations, is an oral biography centered around conversations with black Americans throughout the country about President Clinton's legacy.

Her speaking tour has taken her across the country, and to the UK, where she lectures and discusses her
memoir, and her life journey. She has appeared on national and local television, radio and print media outlets - including NPR, BBC, C-Span Book-TV, the Tavis Smiley Show, and local and regional ABC, NBC, CBS and Fox affiliates. Cotton Field of Dreams was listed on Jet, Essence, Ebony and Crisis Magazines'
Best Seller and Books of Note lists.

Janis was one of the first recipients of the Silas Hunt Legacy Award from her alma mater, the University of Arkansas, in 2006. She was selected in 2003 as a History Maker and her life story is now included in the Chicago-based national African American archives. That same year, she received a PUSH for Excellence award for communications from Operation PUSH, headed by the Reverend Jesse Jackson, Sr.

www.writingourworldpress.com

Gilbert Young
Artist/Activist

Nijel Binns
Artist

Gilbert Youngreator of the famous painting (He Ain't Heavy), returns front and center into the midst of a monumental debate. Simply put, one of the most significant artistic undertakings in history, the creation of the centerpiece for the Martin Luther King memorial in Washington, DC, is going to a non African American artist. Mr. Young returns with key information that should be of interest to all who have been following his quest to bring awareness to this situation. He will update us on his ongoing efforts. orts.

"A CHINESE MARTIN LUTHER KING?"
By Gilbert Young

One of the greatest men in history said if a man is not willing to die for something he is not fit to live. I believe that to be true. In today's society, standing up for a belief- especially if it seems politically incorrect- can be the same as dying. As a professional who just turned sixty-five, I know that to be true. Still, I'm willing to yell at the top of my lungs my disgust at the decision made by the King Memorial Foundation to choose a Chinese artist to sculpt the image of Martin Luther King Jr., for the first ever national memorial to an African American man. Where are those who are supposed to protect the ideals and champion the cause? Among those pretending to be in charge are obviously too many who can not see the travesty of justice in having the "national treasure of China," Lei Yixin- that's Communist China-sculpt the center piece of the most important African American monument, in recognition of the most important African American movement in the history of the United States. A movement that never could have taken place in China. I am appalled.

For the complete essay, go to:
www.kingisours.com
Recently featured in the January/February 07 issue of UPSCALE magazine, the artist Nijel represents a new breed of figurative sculptors in the tradition of great African American sculptors such as Augusta Savage, Richmond Barthe, Elizabeth Catlett and Edmonia Lewis, and Ed Dwight.

Nijel is busy with new commissions for his sculpting company Nijart International. He has recently completed a bronze statue of Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, first President of Ghana which was commissioned by Dr. Julius Garvey, son of the legendary Marcus Mosiah Garvey. Another commission involves a bronze monument to Patrice Lumumba, the first democratically elected President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Nijel will introduce an new factor into the controversial decision to outsource the MKL monument.

www.nijart.com

Mari Torres
Entrepreneur

Mari Torres is one of those rare individuals who has excitement for everything she does. You may find Mari around the internet, promoting her business and teaching people how to market their own businesses via video. A former on-air personality Mari is charismatic and has a way of captivating her audience. Whether she is "The Video Fairy" Spreading messages of video communary Kay Cosmetics, Pet Vet, Hello World, VM Direct, Boost Mobile, Rock Corps and many others. r> Mari will be discussing Autism, an issue close to her heart. Mari is the proud mother of Lucas, who is autistic. stic.

The bond between mother and son is evident in the video at this link:

Mari and Lucas

Brian O'Neal
Musician

Born in Detroit, Michigan, Brian O'Neal first discovered his love for music at the tender age of six, when he began taking drum lessons. Although Brian (known to his friends as "Bean") learned to play many instruments including saxophone, bass, and trombone, he aspired to be a professional drummer until his sophomore year in high school, when his grandmother "Daisy" purchased his first piano at age sixteen. Brian's excitement for piano developed from experimenting with melodies and chords. His skills matured, developing him into a self-taught Pianist. Brian has shared the stage with artists such as RJ's Latest Arrival, Morris Day and the Time, Expose', UNV, Silk, Monica, Me'Shell Ndegeocello, Magic Johnson, Rachelle Ferrell, The Isley Brothers, Frankie Beverly and Maze, Alex Bugnon, George Duke, Pieces of a Dream and Ruben Studdard.
He has produced music for Kathy Avalon, UNV, Kem Owens, and a host of other up and coming talents alike. His recent CD compilation is titled "Mood Swings." "Mood Swings" expresses soft and smooth flavors and much more. His next CD project will pay tribute to his grandmother, who both influenced and nurtured his musical endeavors, simply titled "Daisy."

As a writer, producer, composer, and performer, Brian has a keen natural ability to create musical landmarks that bring out a variety of moods and emotions. Brian is truly a remarkably talented musician who sees no limit to music artistry.

Brian, the long time keyboardist for recording artist KEM, can be seen on his current tour.(See Brian's myspace page for the schedule)

www.brianoneal.com

www.myspace.com/brianoneal

Joe Madison (Madison, The Black Eagle)
Radio Talk Show Host, Activist

Joe Madison has been recognized as a human and civil rights activist, abolitionist against slavery in Africa , television commentator, columnist, lecturer, labor and corporate spokesman, musician and athlete. He is an ordinary citizen of the world with an extraordinary commitment to the principles of human decency. > At the age of 24, he became the Executive Director of the Detroit NAACP. Dr. Benjamin Hooks, President and CEO of the NAACP, later appointed him director of the national NAACP Political Action Department. tment.

During the nine years he directed the NAACP Political Action Department, Madison organized national voter registration campaigns that produced one million new voters. In the mid 1980’s Madison led four highly publicized marches to register voters called the, “The Overground Railroad” in which he and volunteers walked from Richmond, VA to Harlem, San Francisco to Los Angeles, Louisville, KY to Detroit and finally a cross country march from Los Angeles to Baltimore. NAACP Convention delegates elected him to the national board of directors and re-elected him for the next 14 years. During his tenure on the board he was appointed chairman of the NAACP Image Awards. At the time the Image Awards program was $2.5 million in debt and threatening to be cancelled. Under his leadership the Image Award regained it’s national prominence, was nationally syndicated on Fox Network. The debt was erased, and the NAACP Image Award netted over $1 million in profits within two years.

During his civil rights activities, Madison began a career as a radio talk show host. He combined his role as a civil rights activist and media personality to impact public policy in the nation and around the world. Talker Magazine the bible of the talk radio industry has selected Madison as one of the ‘100 Most Influential Radio Talk Personalities in America’ Comedian and human rights activist Dick Gregory said, “You can’t pigeon hole the Black Eagle. Madison is more than a radio talk show host, he is a radio activist.” He is currently heard on the Radio One Talk Network and nationally syndicated on XM Satellite One, The Power, the first 24-hour African American talk radio network.

Joe Madison has been jailed and gone on hunger strikes opposing apartheid in South Africa, slavery in Sudan, gangster rap lyrics, racial profiling and police brutality and investigations into CIA/Contra/crack cocaine. He traveled twice to war zones in southern Sudan where he participated in the freeing of over 7,000 slaves. He returned to the United States and organized the Sudan Campaign to end slavery and raised thousands of dollars to free slaves in Sudan. He was also instrumental in preventing the deportation of 15,000 Liberians from the United States.

A partial list of his awards include:
-Ebony Magazine’s 50 Leaders of the Future
-Who’s Who in Black America
-Talker Magazine as one of the “100 Most Important Radio Talk Show Hosts in America”
-1996 Recipient of the NAACP Image Award

www.joemadison.com

A'Lelia Bundles
Author, Former Network TV Executiv Great-Great Granddaughter of Madam CJ Walker

Chris Curtis CurtiInternet Business Professional

Aze="2">A’Lelia Bundles--author, journalist and former network television news executive—currently is at work on a biography of her great-grandmother and namesake, A’Lelia Walker, who was a central figure of the Harlem Renaissance.

Ms. Bundles’s critically-acclaimed, best-selling biography, ON HER OWN GROUND: The Life and Times of Madam C. J. Walker –the first truly comprehensive biography of her great-great- grandmother—was named a 2002 Borders Books- Hurston/Wright Legacy Award finalist, a 2001 New York Times Notable Book, a 2001 Washington Post Best Biography, the 2001 Letitia Woods Brown Book Prize winner by the Association of Black Women Historians for the best book on black women’s history and a 2002 Honor Book by the Black Caucus of the American Library Association. ON HER OWN GROUND, the only accurate account of Walker ’s life, is based on nearly three decades of Ms. Bundles’s meticulous research in the libraries, historical societies, courthouses and private homes of more than a dozen U. S. cities. Her young adult biography, MADAM C. J. WALKER: ENTREPRENEUR [Chelsea House 1991] received an American Book Award.

Ms. Bundles recently ended a thirty year career in network television news, most recently as director of talent development for ABC News in Washington , D.C. and New York . Among her responsibilities were monitoring the transition of new correspondents to the network, the creation and coordination of a news division wide performance review process for more than one thousand employees, establishing a management training program for senior executives and seminars for junior staff, and overseeing various career development and mentoring initiatives.

Ms. Bundles was deputy bureau chief of ABC News in Washington from 1996 to 1999, after twenty years as a network television producer with ABC and NBC News. From 1989 until 1996 she was a producer with ABC’s “World News Tonight with Peter Jennings” on many award-winning “American Agenda” segments. While at NBC News from 1976 to 1989 in New York, Washington, Atlanta and Houston, her assignments for “Nightly News,” “Today” and several primetime specials and magazine broadcasts included Jesse Jackson’s 1984 presidential campaign, the 1984 Democratic Convention, the Atlanta youth murders and several hurricanes.

Ms. Bundles graduated magna cum laude from Harvard College and Radcliffe College and received a masters degree from the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism. She is a member of the Alpha Iota Chapter of Phi Beta Kappa at Harvard College and received an honorary doctorate from Indiana University in May 2003. She collects kaleidoscopes and African American memorabilia and lives in Washington , DC .
www.madamcjwalker.com

Veteran Internet Business Professional, Chris Curtis, enjoys her career helping small business owners doing business on the web make educated decisions about internet business undertakings.

By trade, Chris is a self-taught triple-threat web developer (web design, web programming, internet marketing) and an internet business consultant who proactively seeks to assist. In addition to being a busy mother of three, Chris runs her own successful internet consulting business at www.idylhands.com, as well as the global initiative for Web Business Ownership. Having attended Temple University as a Community Education major, Chris is using everything she knows to bring education and technology into a much needed product. The Web Business Ownership site is the essential internet business resource for entrepreneurs and web business owners of all ages.

The Philadelphia-born chatterbox is also a talk show host on Philadelphia radio station, 900AM WURD, On "Tech Talk Philly", Curtis' enthusiasm about internet entrepreneurship is motivational and inspiring to many.

www.idylhands.com

Lenora Billings-Harris
President of the National Speakers Association, Lecturer, Entrepreneur

Lenora Billings-Harris, is a Certified Speaking Professional (CSP), diversity consultant and author of The Diversity Advantage: A Guide to Making Diversity Work. With more than twenty five years of experience in the public and private sectors, Lenora has developed a unique way of presenting sensitive topics in a fun, thought-provoking and non- judgmental way. Her interactive style, and immediately applicable "how to's" have caused clients to invite her back again and again. She designs and delivers presentations and helps facilitate diversity initiatives for Fortune 500 companies as well as professional associations and educational institutions. Lenora is the 2006-2007 president of the National Speakers Association. She served as an adjunct professor for Arizona State University, and is currently on the adjunct faculty of the Bryan School of Business and Economics, University of North Carolina-Greensboro. Lenora has presented to audiences in South Africa, Spain, Germany, Belgium, Russia, Ukraine, Mexico, Canada, the Caribbean, Canada and the South Pacific as well as all across the United States. Before founding Excel Development Systems, Inc. a full service diversity consulting firm, in 1986, Lenora held several key positions CIGNA, General Motors and the University of Michigan. ichigan.
www.lenoraspeaks.com

Linda Blackman
Motivational Speaker, Communications Expert

Linda Blackman, CSP, a motivator extraordinaire, helps CEO’s deliver messages more powerfully to employees, stock-holders and the media. Linda combines this expertise with her background as a coast-to-coast television news anchor, reporter and talk show host – to show audiences how to be brilliantly effective when presenting, handling the press and dealing with a crisis. Linda began her career at WILX-TV in Lansing, Michigan as a reporter and news anchor. Her expertise gained her positions at KCRA- TV/Sacramento, WNAC-TV/Boston, KYW- TV/Philadelphia, and at Warner Communications' QUBE CABLE/Pittsburgh. Linda's incisive consumer and economic reporting in Philadelphia earned her the prestigious Mayoral Award for Excellence in Broadcast Journalism. Linda, who is recognized as a communications expert and author, teaches the secrets of body language. She was asked by ABC in Pittsburgh to analyze news footage of body language ranging from prisoners of war to heads of state.of state.

She founded THE EXECUTIVE IMAGE in 1983 to utilize her communications skills in a corporate environment. In addition to running THE EXECUTIVE IMAGE, Linda is extremely active in the National Speakers Association.

www.lindablackman.com

Mr. George C. Fraser

George C. Fraser is the author of two books, including the critically acclaimed bestseller, Success Runs In Our Race; The Complete Guide to Effective Networking in the African American Community. He is also the creator and publisher of the award winning Success Guide Worldwide: The Networking Guide to Black Resources. A 13th edition (250,000 copies) will be published next year.y acclaimed bestseller, Success Runs In Our Race; The Complete Guide to Effective Networking in the African American Community. He is also the creator and publisher of the award winning Success Guide Worldwide: The Networking Guide to Black Resources. A 13th edition (250,000 copies) will be published next year. year.
Many have called George a new voice for African Americans. He is considered by many to be one of the foremost authorities on networking and building effective relationships.

George Fraser is a frequent contributor to scholarly journals on a wide range of topics to include networking, business ethics, valuing diversity and economic development. He was recently featured in the New York Times bestseller; Masters of Networking along with Colin Powell. His 2nd book Race For Success; The Ten Best Business Opportunities for Blacks In America was published by the William Morrow Company, and selected as one of the ten best business books of the year by the Booklist.

Mr. Fraser is leading a national initiative to build an African American Business Hall of Fame and Museum and a university-based Center for the Advancement of African American Entrepreneurship. Currently 14 renowned leaders sit on the Board of Directors. Four thousand people recently attended its first annual Induction Ceremony/Dinner held in June 2002 in Cleveland, Ohio. Robert Johnson of BET, Oprah Winfrey, Cathy Hughes of Radio One, Clarence Smith and Edward Lewis of Essence Magazine and Berry Gordy of Motown were inducted into the Business Hall of Fame in a nationally televised (The Word Network) program and ceremony.

Mr. Fraser is the founder and executive producer of an annual Power Networking Conference, one of Black America’s largest gathering (17,000) of professionals, business owners and community leaders. The Conference features numerous workshops on networking and relationship skills building, top motivational speakers and a Business Opportunity Exposition. It is extensively covered by the national media to include; C-Span, The Word Network, New York Times, Ebony, Jet, and Black Enterprise Magazine.

His words and ideas have been taped and televised. Over the last decade the prestigious publication Vital Speeches of the Day has selected five of Mr. Fraser’s speeches to be reprinted and distributed worldwide, a first for any professional speaker in America. UPSCALE magazine name him one of the top 50 power brokers in Black America.

Black Enterprise Magazine called him Black America’s #1 networker and featured him on its cover.

Carolina Pfister
Film Maker, Entrepreneur
Darryl Aiken-Afam
Fitness Expert, Entrepreneur

Carolina Pfister, a Brazilian cultural documentarist and outreach program designer, immigrated to the United States late 1999 to pursue her Graduate studies. Born in Switzerland to Brazilian parents fleeing dictatorship, she has worked with television, film and created outreach curriculum for arts organizations both in Brazil and the USA. She has been an art director for MTV Brazil, received an M.F.A. in the USA, was awarded a Chicago Emmy for her short documentary television work, toured the country with her bands, and is one of the first recipients of the Women in Film / General Motors “Emerging Latina Filmmaker” grant. She has taught innovative video workshops for inner city youth and is currently opening a new cultural center called Boocoo. She is also working on her first feature length documentary, Viva Viva. iva Viva.
www.carolinapfister.org

Hailing from New York City, Darryl Aiken-Afam has over 20 years of experience in fitness and martial arts. He began his training in Tae Kwon Do as a child. In later years he began studying Shotokan Karate and Muay Thai kickboxing. He became an ACE Certified Personal Trainer in 1997 and took up the study of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Kali (stick fighting) and Capoeira. He also became a Shiatsu practitioner, studying Holistic body work, and is the creator of Meridian Touch, a special form of Japanese ‘Yoga’, based on Oriental Medicine, that focuses on Ki energy and human touch. He has lectured at the University of Illinois Chicago’s Kinesiology Department on Meridian Exercise theory, and is the founder of ‘The Tombo Group’, a web-based network of “Wholistic” trainers and instructors. He utilizes his eclectic skills to teach and train both classes and clients in New York City, Chicago and Japan.

www.meridiantouch.com

Cheryl Catchings, PhD
Motivator, Youth and Community Advocate

Dr. Catchings established the 24-Hour Youth Hotline “Speakout” for the states of Florida, Virginia, and Michigan; a Featured speaker at the National Urban League’s Leadership Summit, International Youth Crime Watch Convention. She’s received the BET Trailblazer of the Decade Award, March of Dimes White Rose Award, LINKS Founder of the Year Award and the Crystal Reel Award from Florida’s Motion Picture and Television Association for her crime prevention videos; these are just a few of the many professional accomplishments, of Dr. Catchings for her work in the areas of youth and community issues. > With a global career traversing over twenty-five years, Dr. Catchings has created and introduced innovative programs and approaches to combating and solving problems of young people and the community at large. In action with the Salvation Army Corps, she developed a desperately needed Domestic Violence Task Force Visitation Center, and served as liaison between judges, law enforcement, attorneys, and clients. Employed as a Youth Program Supervisor, she found time to host two weekly radio shows; Teen Talk, and A Women’s Forum, further demonstrating her passion and tirelessness for improving the conditions of the community. Hailing from Michigan, she gained prominence for creating a unique after school tutor-mentoring program coupling urban high risk youth with students from the University of Michigan. She and her son after a brutal hate crime-gang attack established the award winning 24 hour, toll free “Speakout” hotline recommended as the school model to follow by school district superintendents’ nation wide for its success in decreasing gang activity, weapons on campus, neighborhood drugs and internet solicitation. citation.

Dr. Catchings often focuses speaking engagements, training sessions and numerous articles on her coined phrase “layered prevention” which are community education and prevention strategies designed to protect our “village”. She created, directed and produced a number of award winning crime prevention videos now seen in many schools, which was her proactive response to violent crime by and against youth. Featured articles highlighting her community advocacy have appeared in noted publications as Newsweek, Emerge, Creative Youth, and Simply Living. She has been interviewed on CNN’s “Talkback Live”, CNBC, BET and her story the inspiration for NBC’s “How They Changed America” documentary.

CF Jackson
Motivator, Author

C.F. Jackson is an authorpreneur, poet, and mentor, who graduated from Georgia Southern University with a degree in Criminal Justice. Originally from St. Petersburg, Florida, C.F. Jackson has resided in Atlanta for ten years. The single life of the city has been a true experience she can discuss and has written about, in her suspense novel titled Won't Be Denied. > The vision of this authorpreneur continues onto the path of "I can do more". The seed of a suspense novel sprouted the enormous vision of cultivating and encouraging thousands through the use of Won't Be Denied Apparel. Yes, apparel. apparel.

Won't Be Denied, has established "what not to wear" and created apparel that models your drive and passion. Fashion trend? Won't Be Denied is a lifestyle toward success. Clothing fitted for women and men.

C.F. Jackson has been interviewed on Atlanta's WVEE, spotlighted on UPN 69, a participant of the Georgia Literary Festival, and published in Find Your Why & Fly written by multi-millionaire and motivation speaker John Di Lemme.

Melba Moore
Entertainer

Melba Moore, continues on her remarkable journey with the release of Jesus..., the brand new CD from the Tony Award winning and inspiring vocalist. Her second recording in 12 years contains the encouraging title track "What a Friend We Have in Jesus" and also contains moving songs such as "Call Me," and "Praise Yah".

This is the follow-up to her first gospel recording, I'm Still Here, which was written and produced by Shirley Murdock and her husband Dale Degrot, in addition to several top notch songwriters.

This awesome musical testimony of her trials and triumphant solidified her return to the elite inner circle of the artistic elements of this universe.

"Sweet Songs of the Soul," her two act one-woman play with music has been touted by critics as "Brilliant," "Authentic," "Inspiring," "Poignant," as well as proof that not only can she sing anything from "Gospel" to "Opera," but that she is absolutely gifted as a storyteller; literally mesmerizing her audiences!

She began her career in the ground breaking musical "Hair," where she originated the role of Dionne. During her 18 months in the show, she eventually replaced Dianne Keaton; becoming the first black actress to replace a white actress is a lead role on Broadway. Tony Award winner Melba Moore, who is currently co-starring in the national tour of Brooklyn, the Musical.

Her credits include "The Melba Moore / Clifton Davis Show," the mini-series "Ellis Island," R & B and Pop hits "This Is It," "You Stepped Into My Life," and her Grammy nominated signature song, "Lean On Me." Her 1990 recording of "Lift Every Voice and Sing," was instrumental in having the song entered into the Congressional Record as the official African American National Anthem.

Directly on the heels of "Hair," came the role of Lutiebelle Gussiemae Jenkins, the innocent southern domestic who falls in love with a fast-talking preacher, in the long running musical, "Purlie," the role which launched her successful TV and recording career. Her show-stopping performance in "Purlie", won Melba the Tony Award for Best Supporting Actress In A Musical, again making her the first black actress to do so. In 1996 history repeated itself the third time when Melba took over the role of "Fantine" in the Broadway musical "Les Miserables." She was the first Black actress to step into the leading role in that milestone Broadway musical. Ms. Moore is deeply spiritual, seeking daily wisdom from the Bible. She is an ardent advocate for the rights of children resulting in her "Melba Moore Foundation for Abused & Neglected Children."

This multifaceted artist / philanthropist is always reaching deeper, pressing harder, ever challenging herself; keeping her audience on the edge of their seats, knowing that whatever happens next will be at least, as exciting as what happened before.

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www.melbamoore.com

Janis F. Kearney
Author, Lecturer
Personal Diarist to President Bill Clinton

Janis F. Kearney, writer, lecturer and literacy advocate, is one of 19 children born to Arkansas Delta Sharecroppers. She served as Personal Diarist to President William Jefferson Clinton for five years and as Director of the communications office of the U.S. Small Business Administration for two years. Before working for the Clinton-Gore Campaign in 1992, she published the award-winning Arkansas State Press Newspaper - founded by Arkansas civil rights legends, Daisy and L.C. Bates.> In 2001, she began a two-year W.E.B. Du Bois Fellowship at Harvard University’s Center for African and African American Studies. In 2004, she began a two-year Humanities Fellowship at Chicago’s DePaul University Center for the Humanities. Ms. Kearney founded Writing our World Press in 2004, and published her first book, "Cotton Field of Dreams: A Memoir", in January, 2005. Her second book, "Conversations: William Jefferson Clinton - from Hope to Harlem" was released in September, 2006. Conversations, is an oral biography centered around conversations with black Americans throughout the country about President Clinton’s legacy. s legacy.

Her speaking tour has taken her across the country, and to the UK, where she lectures and discusses her memoir, and her life journey. She has appeared on national and local television, radio and print media outlets – including NPR, BBC, C-Span Book-TV, the Tavis Smiley Show, and local and regional ABC, NBC, CBS and Fox affiliates. Cotton Field of Dreams was listed on Jet, Essence, Ebony and Crisis Magazines’ Best Seller and Books of Note lists.

Ms. Kearney was one of the first recipients of the Silas Hunt Legacy Award from her alma mater, the University of Arkansas, in 2006. She was selected in 2003 as a History Maker and her life story is now included in the Chicago-based national African American archives. That same year, she received a PUSH for Excellence award for communications from Operation PUSH, headed by the Reverend Jesse Jackson, Sr.

www.writingourworldpress.com

Dr. Lee BrownFormer Clinton Former Clinton Administration Drug Czar, Former Mayor of Houston, TX, Mentor

Ashton and Ryan Clark
Entrepreneurs, Students

Dr. Lee Brown’s life in itself is an inspiration. From that humble beginning, he rose to the pinnacle of American politics, serving in the Cabinet of the President of the United States and Mayor of Houston, Texas, the fourth largest city in America.

In 1978, Atlanta Mayor Maynard Jackson selected him to serve as Atlanta’s Commissioner of Public Safety. It was in that position that Dr. Brown attracted the attention of the world as he calmly handled the investigation of the Atlanta Child Murders.

After solving that case, he was selected by Houston Mayor Kathy Whitmire to serve as Houston's Police Chief. Dr. Brown pioneered the concept of community policing and transformed the Houston Police Department into one of the most respected police agencies in the nation.

In 1990, his services were tapped by Mayor David Dinkins to serve as Police Commissioner of New York City. There, he implemented the concept of community policing citywide and after one year crime went down. That was the start of New York City's most dramatic reduction in crime.

In 1993, President Bill Clinton tapped Dr. Brown to serve in his Cabinet as the Director of the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy, commonly called Drug Czar. Dr. Brown changed the nation's drug control strategy by placing a greater emphasis on reducing the demand for drugs.

In 1997, Dr. Brown was elected Mayor of Houston, Texas, and reelected twice. As Mayor, he presided over what has been labeled the most prosperous six- year period in the history of the City.

Currently, Dr. Brown is Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Brown Group International, a full-service consulting firm headquartered in Houston, Texas.

Ashton and Ryan Clark opened their first savings accounts from their own earnings at the age of 8 when their winning smiles and boyish good looks allowed them to be cast in ads for retailers including Sears and Wards as young models. Their parents, Tony and Torri Clark, of Flossmoor, IL, taught them early to save at least 20% of their earnings to invest and to open a business. The boys learned these lessons quickly and went on to explore their entrepreneurial talents by opening up a successful lawn maintenance and snow removal service when they were just 11.

At the tender age of 13, while many of their peers were focused on finding the money to purchase a new video game or CD, Ashton and Ryan Clark were busy selling their first internet-based business; Circuitbreakerz.com, an internet based consumer electronics business, on eBay to get start-up capital to launch their second internet venture, Hostivo.com, a website hosting business.

Ashton and Ryan were recently selected to participate in the LEAD Summer Business Institute, a business enrichment program conducted by 10 of the nation’s top graduate business schools with corporate executives. They analyzed case studies and business issues at the University of Illinois in Champaign, IL and made corporate site visits throughout Illinois. The curriculum included marketing, accounting, finance, economics, computer science and ethics, and greatly enhanced their business knowledge and skills.

They are graduates of Homewood Flossmoor High School in Flossmoor, IL where they were peer mediators, student ambassadors, tutors, student council members, and have been on the speech, mock trial, debate and tennis teams. They have served as ambassadors to the United Nations with the UN Youth Leadership Program and they both have won talent contests with their piano playing abilities.

They are presently enrolled at the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign , as they continue to leave their unique footprint wherever they venture.

Ken Rapier Certified Flight Instructor and Aviation Safety Counselor

Mark HardyMark Hardy
Director of Recruitment/Marketing for Western Michigan College of Aviation

Ken Rapier is an F.A.A. Certificated Flight Instructor and Aviation Safety Counselor. He is licensed to instruct in gliders, single engine, multi-engine and instrument airplanes. He is an Airline Transport rated pilot with over 5,000 flight hours and is type rated in the DC- 9. He holds the world speed record for flight from Palm Springs, California to DuPage Airport, Illinois. This flight record established in July of 1993 still stands with the French Federation Aeronautique Internationale. Ken is also a qualified formation flight leader.

Being related to an original Tuskegee Airman it was only natural to join the Chicago “DODO” Chapter of the Tuskegee Airmen. After painting his airplane to replicate the World War II paint scheme of the Tuskegee Airmen and changing the registration number to match their Fighter Group number, 332ND, Ken began serving as the Chief Pilot for the Tuskegee Airmen’s Young Eagles Program. His airplane is nicknamed the “Flying Billboard”. The “Billboard” is flown at Tuskegee Airmen air show appearances. Ken and his formation team have opened every Gary Air Show. This dedication earned Ken the highest civilian honor given by the Tuskegee Airmen, the Brigadier General Noel F. Parrish Award.

Mark Hardy is the Director of Recruitment/Marketing for Western Michigan College of Aviation. His responsibilities include creating, implementing, and execute effective recruitment and retention plans. In addition to this, he is responsible for performing prospective student demo flights, coordinating and seeking out internship opportunities, developing/fostering industry relationships and key phases of diversity recruitment/scholarship initiatives.

Some of Marks key achievements to date include:
-Academic All- Conference (MAC) Selection
-Member of the “Golden Key International Honor Society”
-Featured in “Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges”(2003)
-7-time member of the WMU College of Aviation Deans List
-3-time WMU Scholar Athlete and 3-time Mid- American Conference Scholar Athlete
-First glider solo occurred while attending the Gary Flight Academy, which is sponsored by Organization of Black Airline Pilots and the Tuskegee Airmen
-At age 16, earned private pilots certificate with glider rating in the spring of 1998
-Earned single-engine airplane rating in September of 1999, age 17
-Recognized by congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. as the youngest pilot in his congressional district
-Dec 26th 1999, featured on the sports page of the Chicago Tribune in the article “Sky’s the Limit”

Heshie Segal
Career Expert, Author, Speaker

Heshie Segal one of my personal friends, business associates and mentors, is a professional speaker, trainer, consultant and executive coach. She helps top executives, managers and individuals build their business through relationships. Corporations, colleges, universities and individuals alike seek out her powerful presentations. Her warmth, energy, and expertise lead to substantive change regardless of the venue.

If you are truly ready to learn what the experts know about building multiple streams of income..tune in to hear Heshie share what she did in record time to build a $1M (one million dollar) revenue stream and what she is doing now to add additional streams of income for herself and others.

Are you implementing the seven essential money skills? Do you have a system for controlling your finances? Are you satisfied with your present income?

If you're ready to learn more about the process Heshie went through in achieving millionaire status and creating multiple streams of income, tune in to this week's edition of The Louie Jones Show.

http://www.jetnettingconnection.com

Simone G. Parker
Author, Acronologist
KRS-ONE
"The Teacha", Hip Hop Legend

In 1999, Simone G. Parker, wife and mother of four, had a startling revelation! While traveling, reading, and attending various church services seeking spiritual enrichment, she began to hear unexplainable thought provoking messages that would come to her in the form of acronyms. "My first acronym came to me while traveling cross country with my husband on a business trip. It was S.P.I.R.I.T. Something Pressing Inside Revealing Its Truth. From that moment on, I saw a hidden message within almost every word."align="left">After sharing this gift and inspiring family and friends, Parker then learned that her first name, "Simone," when translated into Hebrew means one who hears. At that pivotal moment, she realized that the hidden values revealed to her in the form of acronyms were a gift from God and that they could be used as a vehicle to shower the spirit by leading others to spiritual peace, clarity and enlightenment.tenment.
Acronologist/Prophetess Parker (as those who are inspired by her words affectionately call her) has recorded over 1000 original spiritual acronyms. In addition to spiritual acronyms, Parker has developed practical inspirational strategies for daily living.

Krist Parker aka KRS-ONE (Knowledge Reigns Supreme Over Nearly Everyone), is the embodiment of the philosophical, sociological and political worldview espoused originally by those that participate in Hip Hop's culture.

KRS-ONE is presently one of the most outspoken leaders of Hip Hop's culture and politics. Having lectured at over 500 universities and colleges over a 15-year period, KRS-ONE has been honored by the United Nations, VH-1, Billboard Magazine, the Source magazine, the Riverside Church in New York, Harvard University, Yale University, Princeton University and Oxford University students and professors in England. His integration of Hip Hop and metaphysical knowledge resonates throughout his music, lectures, and writings and the Hip Hop community can't get enough of it. Not only is KRS-ONE widely considered the best live Hip Hop Emcee of all time, respectfully Ja Rule, P Diddy, Snoop Dogg, Nas, Jennifer Lopez, Jay-Z, Sublime, Mos Def, Dr. Dre are among those that have either sampled or covered KRS-ONE's classic rap material.

www.simonegparker.com

www.templeofhiphop.org

Mark Simmons
Actor, Comedian
Director
Marlon Smith
Best Selling Author, TV and Radio Personality
Darryl Calhoun
Chairman, IL Youth Advocate Programs

Mark Simmons landed a role in MGM’s break away hit “Barbershop” and can be seen reprising his role in “Barbershop 2: Back in Business” as well as in the 20th Century Fox film, “Roll Bounce.” He also appeared in various comedy programs including the new television comedy show, “P. Diddy’s Bad Boys of Comedy,” slated to air on HBO.

Marlon Smith is a man on a mission. Known as the “High-Tech Motivator,” Marlon has given keynote presentations in 45 states and 13 countries. In addition to being one of the authors in the best- selling ‘A Second Helping of Chicken Soup for the Soul,” Marlon has written numerous books on leadership. Because of Marlon’s “Success Is Your Choice” radio program and his “Motivational Monday’s” television programs in South Africa, he was featured in the November 2004 edition of Essence Magazine.

We will be discussion the hit play "Real Men Talking" as it makes it's return to Chicago. What happens when you put 5 African American males together for an afternoon of televised football? All different ages and life experiences. Share with them as the television mysteriously malfunctions and is taken over by the Voice of Reason, it forces them to talk for 2 hours. Imagine that, five African American men talking about Accountability, Education, Relationships, Self Esteem, Incarceration, The Falsehood of the Streets, Insecurities, Fatherhood and History just to name a few.

www.realmentalking.com

Cheri Maree
Entertainer

Cheri Maree stress/songwriter and musician who has a sultry and powerful vocal style that the world will recognize. Cheri's indelible voice and soulful expression has afforded her many opportunities to perform with greats such as The Isley Brothers, the renowned Patti Labelle, Al Jarreau, Diane Reeves, and the great Dizzy Gillespie . Her commitment to music is a passionate readiness, expressed in sultry vocals, and powerful stage presence. Cheri will be showcasing her debut CD "Pure Voice". ".

Brenda D. Taylor
Author
Rev. Johnnie English
Minister

Brenda Taylor has always been motivated to write. However, the trials of life and the belief that her journey would help and inspire others led her to pen the ultimate story, her own. Brenda’s motivation stems from a life that saw her as an abused child, a young mother, domestic abuse victim, and later a survivor. The author paints the picture in her outstanding debut novel “Beauty For Ashes.” She guides the reader of the autobiography through a fast paced series of experiences from growing up in Chicago’s Cabrini Green Projects to being a young mother and wife, to her ordeals of abuse that culminate in a very grisly murder attempt and her survival from that experience. Woven in are a series of passionate poems that reflect her inner strength toward situations sometimes beyond her control. The reader will be pulled in by the no holds barred writing and encouraged by the resiliency of faith.

Rev. Johnnie English is an associate pastor at Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church in Summit-Argo, IL. In
addition to his ministry, he is driven to personal and spiritual development of all within his scope of
influence. The topic of his discussion will be "Overcoming the Giants". Each and every day, we
are all faced with issues and problems that many would perceive as insurmountable. These are the
giants in life. However, there are certain weapons that we have that are readily available. Just as
David conquered Goliath, the giant in his life, we can do the same. Rev. English is a master at enlightening
his audience methods of overcoming and moving higher.

Captain Vernice G. Armour
1st African American Female US Marine Attack Helicopter Pilot
Ms. Lynda Bradford
First Executive Director
Dorothy Jemison Foundation for Excellence
Mr. Gaston Armour
Strategic Planner
Father of Captain Armour

One of the few and the proud, during the start of the war in March 2003, United States Marine Corps Captain Vernice G Armour was one of 1,500 female Marines in the Persian Gulf fighting to dismantle the regime of Saddam Hussein in Operation Iraqi Freedom.

The 32-year-old captain from Memphis, TN, has the added distinction of being the first African American female pilot in the Marine Corps and first African American female combat pilot in the history of the U.S. Department of Defense.

Lynda Bradford is the first Executive Director of the Dorothy Jemison Foundation for Excellence, the sponsor of the upcoming Women of Color in Flight Celebration. Among her numerous achievements, include coordinating an unprecedented five days of whirlwind activities, celebrating, her long time best friend, Dr. Mae Jemison’s historic space flight. These activities included a live nationally televised linkup to the shuttle from the Museum of Science and Industry allowing inner city children to ask questions of Dr. Jemison as she floated in space. She was also responsible for organizing 10,000 Chicago Public School Children at the University of Illinois, Chicago campus in a celebration rally led Nichelle Nichols (Lt Uhura, of the original Star Trek). Lynda also served as keynote speaker for a NASA Educators conference during the space launch and enjoyed watching the launch with her family as a VIP guest of NASA.

Gaston Armour is originally from Chicago. He currently is a community liaison for 33 state agencies for the governor’s Team Illinois initiative. This assignment is tasked to raise the quality-of-life in the Englewood area of Chicago, while working as a strategic planner for the Illinois Department of Human Services.

William R. Patterson
Author, Entrepreneur, Motivational Speaker
Francine Topps
The Progressives-Harambee, Inc.

William R. Patterson makes his return to the Louie Jones Show to bring his unique insights into the world of personal development and financial education. Through his teachings of personal empowerment, he has captured the attention of a global audience. He is co author of the book, "The Baron Son", a revealing allegorical tale designed as a road map to wealth, power, and success.

William's recent appearance at the Harlem Book Fair has been featured on CSPAN. He has also been a guest on the popular radio show, "Chicago Speaks with Les Brown".

THE PROGRESSIVES-HARAMBEE, INC. founded in 1972, is a not-for-profit, philanthropic, civic/social organization of forward thinking, pro-active, African- American women.

Their purpose is to promote ideas and exchange information between families and friends, to aid and give support in emergency situations, to contribute financial support from the proceeds of our fund- raising activities, to promote, encourage and assist other organization with civic and social objectives compatible with THE PROGRESSIVES-HARAMBEE, INC., to promote cooperation among such organizations and their members and to encourage and support our cultures.

www.myspace.com/thebaronseries

www.theprogressives.org

JR Perry
Activist for Sickle Cell Anemia Awareness
Dr. Stephanie A. Parson
Entrepreneur

J.R. Perry III is on a mission to help find a cure for Sickle Cell Anemia. He has a major motivation for his mission for a cure. His 7 year old son who was born with this disease has been his catalyst for him to educate himself through years of research, networking with the medical community and his personal experiences via the many hospital visits. J.R. has a goal to raise awareness in the United States and Canada for those who suffer with this disease. This is being accomplished by his involvement in fundraisers for hospitals, support groups, sickle cell centers and blood banks.

Dr. Stephanie A. Parson is the president and chief executive officer of Crowned Grace Incorporated. CGI is dedicated to providing products and services to ensure its clientele (community members, entrepreneurs, employees and employers) are armed for success. Her specialties include to developing groups and individuals through leadership & wealth building seminars.

Prior to CGI, Dr. Parson was the vice president of Walt Disney World's, Information Technology Strategy, Methods & New Technology Group. She was also the Dean of the IT School of Learning and the Dean of the Office and Clerical School of Learning; both were part of the Disney University.

Dr. Parson has been a featured speaker at events worldwide. She is a member of the National Speakers Association and has a Ph.D. in Philosophy.

www.crownedgrace.com

Kandias "Kandi" Conda
Author, Motivational Speaker, Entrepreneur
Author

Tommy Webbio Personalitysonality
Classic Soul Music Pioneer

">"For Teens Who Think They Know Everything" is another brainchild from three time successful author. Kandias “Kandi” Conda shares her expertise in this hard hitting self-help guide for teenagers. For the past ten years she has been speaking to hundreds of teenagers and young adults teaching life skills, personal enrichment, entrepreneurship and team building. She has developed sports and mentoring programs to help teenagers develop leadership skills and cope with self-esteem, peer pressure and personal challenges.

Her client list includes; Chicago Public Schools, Chicago Park Districts, churches, and community programs around the country. Kandi was honored in 1995 by the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame for her contribution to women’s professional basketball.

Tommy Webb is a legendary radio personality brings his unique sound to the world via the internet. He provides insight into the music and artists that made this such a special time in our lives. Tommy and his website, www.webbradio.com, are the pioneers of "Classic Soul Music". Although it has not been officially classified as a music genre', most of us know it's meaning, it's importance to that period of American history and it's continuing impact on the music of today.

At WebbRadio.com, September has been designated "Classic Soul Music Month". During this time we will pay a special tribute to the artists, the producers, the promoters and the disc jockeys by honoring their contributions to this outstanding genre' of music that has had such a tremendous impact on the lives of many.

www.forteens.biz

www.webbradio.com

Lyn Williams
Las Vegas based author, entrepreneur, inspirational teacher

LFFF">Lyn, an author, speaker, and business entrepreneur, makes a return visit to the show. She originally created her online business to assist new business owners looking for profitability and freedom. Now, it's evolved into the foundation of her new purpose: helping people in crisis heal their hearts and rebuild their lives. Her most recent accomplishment is the completion of her new book: Somebody's Angel. Her passion is inspiring and encouraging others to rise above their life experiences, recognize their true worth, and create the lives they desire. Lyn currently holds a Bachelor of Metaphysical Science degree. She's also an Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) and Reiki III Practitioner of the Usui Method. Lyn holds active memberships with American Mensa, Inside Edge of Orange County, Gather the Women, and Evolve.org.

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Clestine L. Herberterbert
Empowerment Speaker, Author

The MBDA is part of the U.S. Department of Commerce. It is the only federal agency created specifically to foster the establishment and growth of minority-owned businesses. The Agency’s mission is to actively promote the growth and competitiveness of large, medium, and small minority business enterprises (MBEs). Eric was appointed the Chicago Regional Director in September 2003. He joins MBDA after an illustrious private sector career where his expertise at developing and managing highly successful entrepreneurial ventures is widely recognized. He’s a native of Detroit, Michigan and obtained a Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering from Michigan State University and a MBA degree from the Harvard Business School.> Clestine I. Herbert is the founder and CEO of Divine Discipline, a life development company dedicated to empowering individuals and developing businesses, organizations and churches. Divine Discipline provides personal, professional and spiritual development through keynote speeches, training, teambuilding, coaching, planning and development. She calls herself an empowerment speaker because she empowers and inspires; educates and equips her audience with practical holistic tools to help identify their purpose and develop their mind, body and spirit. Her writings are practical and encouraging yet sharp; designed to make you think and evaluate every aspect of your life.

www.mbda.gov

www.divinediscipline.com

Glenn Murray
Marketer and Communications Expert
Carla J. Curtis
Author

Born in the heart of southern hospitality in Memphis, Glenn Murray now calls Chicago home. This 36-year-old go-getter has a background framed in success. Due to his involvement with most recognized advertising companies in the world such as Discover, General Electric, and Sears, Murray has a firm grip on what it takes to build a cost-effective public relations and marketing program. His long term relationship with the international titan firm of Leo Burnett Worldwide, whose companies flourishes in Europe, Africa, Asia/Pacific and the Americas only added more charisma to his technique. He is the founder of Kreations Arts and Imports and its sister company, 220 Communications specializing in guerilla marketing campaigns, cross marketing sales and awareness. ness.

Carla J. Curtis has held various positions while working for the state and federal (Capitol Hill) governments, at an independent school and she currently is a Contracts & Proposal Manager for a Fortune 500 financial services company. In addition to her work experiences, she is the author of "A Single Woman's Parenting Journey: Survival Tidbits," which was her first release. Although her book wasn't completed and published until April 2001, the conception of it began in 1996, during a plane ride. Carla realized on this very plane ride that she would never be completely fulfilled until she pursued her dream of embarking on a literary career. Nevertheless, it wasn't until a few years later that she put her fears aside and took her first real step towards venturing into the literary world. And, the rest is history.

Her sophomore book, "Grip the Rope: Prayers for Single Mothers," is a compelling book containing a prayer for each letter of the alphabet. She also thoroughly enjoys empowering others through her public speaking engagements.

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www.trccommunications.com

The Honorable Dr. Irene H. Brodie
Mayor, Village of Robbins, IL

Mayor Brodie is the first female mayor of the Village of Robbins and has held the office longer than any mayor in it's history. Her primary reason for being mayor has always been to help the village progress and to help the children of Robbins receive college scholarships.

Her accomplishments are many. Among them are.
-Served on a think-tank group for President Bill Clinton regarding environmental issues.
-Guest lecturer in 1993 and 1994 to Harvard University Graduate School of Business.
-Appointed to three of Governor Rod Blagojevich’s transition teams.
-Elected board member and assistant secretary of National Conference of Black Mayors.
-Appointed chair of education and scholarship committees for the National Conference of Black Mayors.

The Village of Robbins will be hosting its 8th Annual Back to School & Homecoming Festival on August 30th - September 3rd 2006. Mayor Brodie and the Village of Robbins along with its many sponsors are presenting this event. The main attraction of the festival will be the nationally recognized Thryll Latting Rodeo and the 30th Annual Labor Day Parade.

This year’s festival will include a blues concerts featuring The Original Blue Notes & Ultimate Concept Band, Mr. Lee & Company, performances by the Jessie White Tumblers, Harmonica Jack & Friends, an interactive drumming and dance performance by Soul Creations and the Barriuso Dancers will perform dances from Spain, Central and Latin America. Robbins’ church gospel choirs will give additional concerts and the festival will end with the "Stepping Under the Stars" steppers set Sunday evening.

New to this years festival will be a housing and health fair to promote economic growth and wellness for the community. Vendors will be on hand to answer questions, provide information, and give free exams and services. This year’s festival is expected to attract more than 15,000 individuals from all over the Chicago Southland Region.

Cynthia L. Berry and Khalid Scott

Cynthia Berry, speaker, writer, teacher and trainer, continually motivates and inspires individuals to “reach up, reach out, and grab your destiny.” She has received numerous awards for her published poetry, short stories and articles, including a notable 1st place award by the Suburban Press Club of Chicago. An alumna of Northwestern, she has a B.S. in Psychology and a M.A. in Guidance and Counseling. She is the keynote speaker for the Women in Power 2006: Destined to Succeed conference this October in Hillside, IL. Utilizing her counseling and teaching skills, Cynthia’s passion for education and training is maximized by her role as Vice-President of Professional Prodigy, Inc. > Khalid Scott MSW, LCM has serviced 100's foster children and their families for over 13 years. A psychosocial counselor for 10 years, Khalid provides individual, family, group, life skills and marital counseling. Having mentored and assisted 25 youths to go on to college he was named Mentor of the Year twice in 1998 and 2005 by The Bashir Foundation. Khalid received his bachelors from Chicago State University (BS in Criminal Justice--and his MSW from University of Illinois at Chicago.

www.professionalprodigy.com

Darryl Aiken-Afram
Martial Arts Expert, Meridian Touch Trainer

Hailing from New York City, Darryl has over 20 years of experience in fitness and martial arts. He began his training in Tae Kwon Do as a child. In later years he began studying Shotokan Karate and Muay Thai kickboxing. He became an ACE Certified Personal Trainer in 1997 and took up the study of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Kali (stick fighting) and Capoeira.> He also became a Shiatsu practitioner, studying Holistic body work, and is the creator of Meridian Touch™, a special form of Japanese ‘Yoga’, based on Oriental Medicine, that focuses on Ki energy and human touch. He has lectured at the University of Illinois Chicago’s Kinesiology Department on Meridian Exercise theory, and is the founder of ‘The Tombo Group’, a web-based network of “Wholistic” trainers and instructors. He utilizes his eclectic skills to teach and train both classes and clients in New York City, Chicago and Japan.Japan.

He has used his Meridian Touch system to train the Northwestern University.

www.meridiantouch.com

Fran Briggs
Author, Success Coach

Fran Briggs has four distinguished careers-author, educator, professional private investigator and "motivational speaker of the inspirational kind." She has helped hundreds of thousands of people improve their self-concept, communication skills and celebrate their goals. Fran is a dynamic keynote speaker and specializes in personal empowerment trainings. Her audiences include national corporations, non-profit organizations, youth groups, faith-based organizations, schools and universities. She presents content-rich, immediately applicable powerful modules in an engaging, tell-it-like-it-is style. Her passion and charisma are contagious! As an internationally published columnist, her work touches the lives of individuals from all seven continents. Ms. Briggs' articles have been featured in hundreds of publications including the largest personal development website in the world, (www.Selfgrowth.com), Black Enterprise Magazine and Fortune 500 Trainer, Bob Proctor's "Insight of the Day." She has written several books including Don't Think Like an Elephant! and Seeds for Success. Fran has over 21 years of business and human relations experience and has spent the last twelve years researching, producing, and presenting her material. She owns and has founded, several successful organizations including The F. Briggs Group, and The Fran Briggs Companies. Ms. Briggs delivers specific, client-focused programs which address her audiences needs. Fran resides in Yuma, Arizona.
www.franbriggs.com

Lyn Williams
Las Vegas based author, entrepreneur, inspirational teacher

Lyn Williams is the living example of surviving and rebuilding a life after severe crisis. After the drive-by shooting death of her son in 1988, she endured 5 trials for his murder over the next 7 years. Though her son's death was the most difficult, she also lost 3 other family members between 1987 and 1990. She's had many other personal and financial challenges over the years, including divorce, domestic abuse, depression and changing careers at mid-life. In order to handle these life changing events, she developed techniques to rebuild and fortify her spirit. Now she shares her wisdom and experience, and teaches these practices to others who' have suffered similar personal traumas. umas.

In 2004, she retired from a 33-year Information Technology career to become a full-time writer, speaker, and business entrepreneur. Lyn originally created her online business to assist new business owners looking for profitability and freedom. Now, it's evolved into the foundation of her new purpose: helping people in crisis heal their hearts and rebuild their lives. Her most recent accomplishment is the completion of her new book: Somebody's Angel. Lyn Williams currently holds a Bachelor of Metaphysical Science degree. She's also an Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) and Reiki III Practitioner of the Usui Method. Lyn holds active memberships with American Mensa, Inside Edge of Orange County, Gather the Women, and Evolve.org. Her passion is inspiring and encouraging others to rise above their life experiences, recognize their true worth, and create the lives they desire.

Pearl Jr.
Los Angeles based writer/producer/TV host

Pearl Jr. makes a return appearance to the Louie Jones Show. She will provide the latest information concerning Michael Jackson and his status. She will also be discussing her latest book, "Black Women Need Love Too". This is a how to book that delivers RESULTS because it is based on historic occurrences and real life experiences.> Pearl Jr. owns Elbow Grease Productions, the Producers of an online TV Show: TRUtalk: Straight Outta LA. Her company was the only Black-owned media credentialed to cover the Michael Jackson trial. She also produced the DVD, Behind the Scenes at the Michael Jackson Trial. Due to her activism, she is also a social commentator on KABC talk radio, has been interviewed by Tavis Smiley, and was named "a part of the New Black Leadership Regime" in Black Enterprise Magazine in 2004.

www.trutalk.us

Angela Carr Patterson
Businesswoman, Entertainment Consultant

Angela Carr Patterson is a creative businesswoman with over twenty years of experience as an entrepreneur, producer, writer and speaker. The owner of Oasis Promotions, a professional development and entertainment consulting company, Angela has developed thousands of young people and launched numerous careers in the modeling, arts and entertainment industry. A global visionary, Angela has brought international awareness to the talent in the South by creating and producing The National Faces Going Places Showcase. This showcase is an event that features the south’s hottest new talent to often hard to reach entertainment industry professionals. nals.

As an entertainment consultant, and an expert in her field, Angela has worked with numerous of celebrities and aspiring artists. She was a former southeastern scout for the hit television show, “Ed McMahan’s Star Search, and has produced several of her own “Music Box Showcases” in New York City, Los Angeles, Atlanta and Charlotte. Angela continues to be a part of a network of international affiliates that represents talent in high profile jobs, bookings and campaigns.

Angela received her undergraduate training from Columbia College and has developed/implemented Etiquette and Protocol workshops for youth, women, and businesses. She is the owner of Oasis Promotions, founder of The Ultimate Woman Network and publisher of a quarterly newsletter, The Navigator. This wife and mother of five is committed to her true calling of helping people transcend their lives to new levels.

www.oasispromotions.net

Deloris MeBain
PR Consultant

"I don't want to deal with those project kids," is the cry of the elitists who speak of service to the community but would rather ignore those who need direction most. Deloris MeBain knows all too well the stigma she experienced growing up in Ida B. Wells public housing.

She learned very early to be proud of herself and that "It doesn't matter where you come from, what matters is where you want to go".

Ms. MeBain is president of MeBain Media Group and the former Director of Station Relations at television station, NBC 5 Chicago, where she oversaw all station projects including community affairs, publicity, and summer minority internships in Chicago, its suburbs, and NW Indiana. Today, she is called upon by NBC5 regularly in her role as a PR consultant.

Throughout her rise she has remained committed to the advancement of the less fortunate, especially the youth. She is Assistant Youth Director and supervisor of the Junior Ushers of South Park Baptist Church.

In addition to running her PR firm, she is the Executive Director Pioneer Gardens, an assisted living center for Senior Citizens. This faith based community, in the heart of Bronzeville, is also known as "The Miracle on 38th Street" for it's many innovations.

She has won many awards including 2 Emmys, Communicator of the Year for the Archdiocese and many others. She has sponsored many community projects including Coats for Chicago, the Homework Hotline and a free Health, Fitness and Fun Fair.

She is truly an individual of substance and one who makes us proud.

Jacqueline Jones
Talk Show Host, Entrepreneur, Motivator

Jacqueline Jones is the host of The Jackie Jones Challenge, Founder of the Nevada Association for Female Executives and Entrepreneurs (NAFEE) and the 2000-2002 Southwest Regional Coordinator for the National Association of Female Executives (NAFE) the nation's largest businesswoman's networking association. Jacqueline appears in the books: "Mrs. Spent's Guide to Thrifty Living", "Bags to Riches" as well as "Working Woman", and "Women's Day Magazine". Her story of becoming debt-free, prosperous and living life on her own terms has been covered in various media outlets.> Her uncanny ability to move ahead without fear of the unknown has made her an inspiration to thousands. Jacqueline is single parent of two high school aged youths. Her internet radio show is now airing on Global Talk Radio. Tune in Tuesdays for lively, informative topics.

Sheree Victorian
Author, Speaker

Sheree Victorian has been a licensed preacher and teacher of the Gospel of Jesus Christ since 1998. For the past five years she has written daily electronic words of inspiration for busy people who are in need of a moment to reflect on God’s word. Her book entitled A Month of Inspiration evolved from these daily electronic postings. > In 2004, Sheree received honorable mention and DVD endorsement from Motivational Guru Les Brown. Also, Sheree was blessed to participate in an Intercessory Prayer Conference in Lagos, Nigeria, Africa. Her month in Africa was a life changing experience that inspired her to lecture and teach about the vital need to heal the racial and ethnic tensions that threaten to divide our world. Sheree shares her motivational seminar entitled “Building Bridges Not Walls” with religious and secular organizations across the United States. ates.

www.vsheinspirations.com

Marlon Smith
Best Selling Author, TV and Radio Personality
Flemuel Fleetwood Brown
Director
Darryl Calhoun
Chairman, IL Youth Advocate Programs

Real Men Talking, a stage play directed by Flemuel "Fleetwood" Brown III, empowers African American boys to be successful in all areas of life and explores the stereotypes and challenges of African American men in this country through an innovative mix of television, stage, theater, music and educational workshops. Real Men Talking features Marlon Smith, Mark Simmons (“Barbershop”, “Barbershop 2: Back in Business”), , Roderick Slocum (“Hack” and HBO’s “Project Greenlight”) Josef Mitchell (New Freedom Theatre, “Lazarus Unstoned” and “Black Nativity”), Wadud Ahmad (Spoken Word Artist) and newcomer Anthony Heard. This play also features video appearance from several high profile celebrities including Common, Anthony Hamilton and Dr. Cornell West.

www.realmentalking.com

Bob Wiggins
Former Negro League baseball player with the Raleigh Tigers

Bob was known as an outstanding outfielder with great range and a very strong arm. As a former player, he will be able to provide an insiders eye on history. We will learn the stories of little known individuals who were a part of the fabric of the game, but have not been given proper recognition. They should not be relegated to a footnote in the pages of Negro League history. During this period, the sport was truly played for the love of the game. What was it really like when there were no high paid, pampered athletes? We will discuss a wide array of topics including the treatment of the players on and off the field. We will also be discussing the evolution of the game and it's impact on society.

William Patterson
Washington, DC based Author and Financial Advisor

William Patterson was reared in a family of entrepreneurs, and from his youth, trained in all aspects of business. Capitalizing on the bounty of investment opportunities of the late 90's, he co-founded the holding company, The Warcoffer Capital Group, LLC. By leveraging years of knowledge and experience as a sales professional, entrepreneur, and investor, William is able to offer insights on the psychology of leadership and wealth acquisition. He is a prolific speaker and an expert on harnessing human potential and organizational development. Through his teachings of personal empowerment, he has captured the attention of a global audience.align="left">He is co author of the book, The Baron Son, a revealing allegorical tale designed as a road map to wealth, power, and success. It is referred to by influential decision makers as the Vade Mecum, something useful that one constantly carries about; a book, such as a guidebook, for ready reference.rence.

"The Baron Son is remarkable -- a challenging and satisfying guide to success through inspired strategic leadership." Tom Peters (Co-author of In Search of Excellence).

www.baronseries.com

Linda Murry
Chicago based Marketer and Master Networker

Linda is one of the Chicagoland's master networkers and business development specialists. She is a person of influence in the Lake County, IL area. Her two entities Lake County Lookup and Advanced Internet Marketing are classic examples of tapping into the power of the internet in building effective organizations. She is the consummate professional on all levels, and will discuss the keys to becoming an effective communicator. Visit her websites at

www.lakecountylookup.com

www.advanced-internetmarketing.com

James E. West, Sr.
Elk Grove, CA based Motivational Speaker/Author/Real Estate Investor

James is the author of the book, "Thoughts are Things". His primary goal is educating people on the power of personal development. He will teach you to learn to live your dreams now and to bless others. James delivers a high-energy message, which challenges individuals to take responsibility for their own lives and to stop making excuses for not living up to their true potential. It's a message that James lives daily and one that he shares with others to help elevate them to higher levels.

Pearl Jr.
Los Angeles based writer/producer/TV host

Her activism and books The Climate & How To Tame a Dawg have placed her on every broadcast news channel in Los Angeles. Pearl Jr.'s talents and intellect has resulted in her being a reoccurring guest on KABC talk radio, Stevie Wonder's KJLH, National Public Radio (NPR), Steve Harvey's KKBT (Realtalk), and nationally she has been a guest on The Tavis Smiley Show, The Michael Medved Show, The Larry Elders Show, and The Bev Smith Show. Her company was the only Black owned television entity allowed in the courtroom at the Michael Jackson trail. She will explain why, even though it's been almost a year since his acquittal, there are many long term implications to us all. Visit her website at: e at:
www.trutalk.us

www.michaeljacksoninsider.com

Cynthia Berry
Sheila Taylor-Downer
Chicago based writers

These two are co-authors of the phenomenal book When the Vow Breaks. It's a must read for all and has received much critical acclaim. Hear the amazing stories of these two strong and inspirational women. They are living proof that you can overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles and come out on the other side victorious. Visit their website at

www.professionalprodigy.com