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Carl's guest today has quite a story to share...it's not only helped speakers deal with anxiety, it's saved lives! As a suicide ideation survivor, over time and with the use of multiple resources, ‘The Butterfly Method' was created to take a person from feeling overwhelmed and despairing to hope in the time of a bathroom break. The Butterfly Method utilizes Stop Therapy, Deep Breathing, Mantra, Progressive Relaxation, Visualization, Imagery, Auditory, Tactile, and Action modalities. It has been found useful in multiple stressful situations.Dr. Kaine is an experienced, board-certified physician with intimate awareness of all areas of suicide, She knows the pain of being the family member left behind, having experienced the loss of her sister, two paternal aunts and two maternal cousins to death by suicide. She's also a person who has lived with suicide ideation, having committed herself to the mental hospital four times from the late 1970s - early 1990's to be protected from herself when death by suicide seemed the best option.Bio Patricia Kaine MD is an inspirational speaker, author, physician, mother, and grandmother. She's a cancer, IPF, and suicide ideation survivor. Named to Who's Who of Outstanding Doctors, 2016; and Who's Who Worldwide 2020. She received her BS in Ed. from Kent St U, 1970; MD from Wright State U, Dayton, OH, 1982; Board certified FP 1985. Retired in 2017. She has appeared twice on the Dr. Oz Show. As an outcome of her strong, faith-based approach to medicine and health she created The Butterfly Method, helping hundreds in crisis to seek treatment and avoid suicide in multiple countries.Patricia Kaine MD has used 'The Butterfly Method' for over a quarter of a century. She has supported her patients to choose better solutions to the challenges they were experiencing. It's a tool that's a safe and quick method to deal with the immediate stress of the moment.Visit Patricia's website:https://butterflyfuture.com/Fill in the form when you sign in to get your free mood chartHere are The Butterfly Method videos Patricia spoke about on the show:https://butterflyfuture.com/resources/Got a comment, idea for a topic, or would you like to be a featured guest on Speaking of Speaking? Reach out to Carl: askcarl@carlspeaks.ca And check out the website for more tips: https://carlspeaks.ca/Book Carl for your next summit, podcast, or live event:https://carlspeaks.ca/contact-carl/If you're a coach, consultant, subject matter expert or speaker and are looking to start your own podcast, Carl and his team can help you strategize a show that fits your brand and your budget. Head on over to Podcast Solutions Made Simple to get started:https://podcastsolutionsmadesimple.com

This episode of the Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast with host Jim Hunt talks to Mike Conduff, former City Manager and consultant about finances for cities and towns after COVID. NLC research shows virtual all cities surveyed expect a shortfall in revenue due to COVID Ad valorem taxes and the impact of the sudden drop off How rainy day funds can impact bond rating and much more How the City Manager, Finance Director and Elected Officials work together to get through to the other side What is the best way to deal with staffing, hiring freezes and current staff What is the most important role of city government? How decisions can impact union contracts, employee handbooks and other commitments of the city/town Utilize colleagues to help if you're in a difficult situation (NLC, ICMA or State Municipal League) The importance of establishing relationships before the need arises National League of Cities, Cities Are Essential Program  Special Mentions: International City Manager Association (ICMA) National League of Cities (NLC) Clarence Anthony, CEO & Executive Director of NLC 7 Steps to an Amazing City: Attitude Motivation Attention to Detail Zing Inclusiveness Neighborhood Empowerment Green Awareness Thanks for listening and look forward to having you join us for the next episode. Links Mentions During Show: On Target Board Member: https://www.amazon.com/OnTarget-Board-Member-Indisputable-Behaviors/dp/097948751X NLC Cities are Essential Program: https://www.nlc.org/article/cities-are-essential-new-campaign-calls-for-immediate-direct-funding-to-support-local-covid http://TheElimGroup.com/ AmazingCities.org LocalGovPodcasts.com  About Mike Conduff:  Michael A. (Mike) Conduff is the President & CEO of The Elim Group, a motivational speaking and organizational consulting firm. Mike has extensive leadership, management and governance experience, having served as the City Manager of four different University communities, and most recently as the City Manager of Denton, Texas. Denton is the home of The University of North Texas and Texas Woman's University. Located in the dynamic North Texas Corridor, Denton is an innovative and rapidly growing community of 110,000. Prior to assuming the City Manager's position in Denton in May 2001, Mike was a nine-year City Manager of Bryan, Texas, a 1998 & 1999 All-America City Finalist and the birthplace of Texas A&M University. Before he came to Texas, Mike served as City Manager in Manhattan, Kansas, home of Kansas State University, for five years. He also served as City Manager of Pittsburg, Kansas, home of Pittsburg State University, for 5½ years.   Mr. Conduff earned his B.S. in civil engineering at the University of New Hampshire, graduating Cum Laude. His M.B.A. is from Pittsburg State University. He is also a charter graduate of the Carver Policy Governance® Academy in Atlanta, Georgia, and serves on the Board of Directors and as Secretary of the International Policy Governance® Association. Mike's clients have included the International City Management Association, The National League of Cities Leadership Training Institute, The National Council on Planned Giving, The Community Associations Institute and many cities, associations, and other non-profit and for-profit corporations. He is the co-author of The OnTarget Board Member – 8 Indisputable Behaviors a book about highly effective board members, and The Policy Governance® Fieldbook, a book on the practical applications of Policy Governance®. He is a frequent keynote speaker at professional and civic events. His is working on another book, Democracy at the Doorstep – True Stories from the Green Beret of Public Administrators. He has published numerous articles in national publications on topics as diverse as neighborhood empowerment to citizen linkages in the governance process.   Mr. Conduff is a Fellow of the prestigious National Academy of Public Administration, a member of Who's Who Worldwide, and a Paul Harris Fellow in Rotary International. He has been honored with the prestigious 2004 Award for Career Development in Memory of L. P. Cookingham from ICMA. The Center for Digital Government (a national research and advisory institute on information technology policies and best practices in state and local governments) has awarded Mike their coveted “Best of Texas 2004 Visionary Award.”   A fourth generation Native American, Mike grew up on stories of his Cherokee ancestry, and attributes his love of speaking and telling stories to his grandmothers. A graduate of the 1988 Leadership Kansas Class, Mr. Conduff is active in a number of professional and civic organizations. He serves on the Athletic Council for the University of North Texas. He is a full member and Past President of the Texas City Management Association. He is a fully credentialed member of the International City/County Management Association, and serves on its International Board. He also served six years on the Board of Directors of the Kansas Association of City/County Management, chairing the Ethics Committee and holding all of the statewide offices including President of the Association. He is a Past President of the Kansas Engineering Society; a charter member of the Board of Directors of the Kansas Entrepreneurial Center, located at Kansas State University; and a past member of the Board of Directors of the League of Kansas Municipalities Governing Body. Mr. Conduff is licensed as a Professional Engineer and a Registered Land Surveyor in the State of Kansas. About Your Host, Jim Hunt: Welcome to the “Building Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast” … The podcast for Mayors, Council Members, Managers, Staff and anyone who is interested in building an Amazing City.   Your host is Jim Hunt, the author of “Bottom Line Green, How American Cities are Saving the Planet and Money Too” and his latest book, “The Amazing City - 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City”   Jim is also the former President of the National League of Cities, 27 year Mayor, Council Member and 2006 Municipal Leader of the Year by American City and County Magazine.   Today, Jim speaks to 1000's of local government officials each year in the US and abroad.   Jim also consults with businesses that are bringing technology and innovation to local government.   Amazing City Resources:   Buy Jim's Popular Books: The Amazing City: 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City: https://www.amazingcities.org/product-page/the-amazing-city-7-steps-to-creating-an-amazing-city   Bottom Line Green: How America's Cities and Saving the Planet (And Money Too) https://www.amazingcities.org/product-page/bottom-line-green-how-america-s-cities-are-saving-the-planet-and-money-too   FREE White Paper: “10 Steps to Revitalize Your Downtown” AmazingCities.org/10-Steps   Hire Jim to Speak at Your Next Event: Tell us about your event and see if dates are available at AmazingCities.org/Speaking   Hire Jim to Consult with Your City or Town: Discover more details at https://www.amazingcities.org/consulting   Discuss Your Business Opportunity/Product to Help Amazing Cities: Complete the form at https://www.amazingcities.org/business-development   Develop a Podcast for Your Amazing City: Discover more at LocalGovPodcasts.com Request a Podcast Needs Analysis at LocalGovPodcasts.com/Podcasts

This episode of the Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast with host Jim Hunt talks to Mike Conduff, former City Manager and consultant about Improving City Council - City Manager Relations   Why Mike loves the Amazing City of Denton, Texas in North Texas Mike's book, “The On Target Board Member; 8 Indisputable Behaviors,” “Making it Work, the Essentials of Council Relationships,” “Bottom Line Green; Saving the Planet and Money Too” “The Policy Governance Fieldbook: Practical Lessons, Tips, and Tools from the Experiences of Real-World Boards” The difference between non-profit, boards, city councils and corporate boards. How to build productive Council - Manager relationships How to handle different visions in local government How to answer the question; “What do our citizens really want?” Number one objective as a City Manager The power of “Predictability Trust” What is “Vulnerability Trust” and how to use it in building relationships? Why Mike utilized the “Faux Pas of the Year” with his senior staff in his former organizations? A preview of Mike and Jim's NLC University Session at the Congressional City Conference on March 7th in DC   Special Mentions:   NLC University at the Congressional City Conference in Washington DC, March 7th Denton, Texas Clarksburg, West Virginia   7 Steps to an Amazing City: Attitude Motivation Attention to Detail Zing Inclusiveness Neighborhood Empowerment Green Awareness   Thanks for listening and look forward to having you join us for the next episode.   Links Mentions During Show:   On Target Board Member: https://www.amazon.com/OnTarget-Board-Member-Indisputable-Behaviors/dp/097948751X   Making It Work: The Essentials of Council-Manager Relations: https://icma.org/publications/making-it-work-essentials-council-manager-relations-pdf   Bottom Line Green: https://www.amazon.com/Bottom-Green-Americas-Cities-Saving/dp/0979487536   NLC University at the Congressional City Conference:  https://www.nlc.org/event/congressional-city-conference   Mike Conduff and Jim Hunts Session at NLC coming up in DC on March 7th:   LEADING TOGETHER BOOT CAMP: DIFFICULT CONVERSATIONS – HOW TO RECOGNIZE THEM AND HOW TO HAVE THEM:  https://ccc.nlc.org/seminar/leading-together-boot-camp-difficult-conversations-how-to-recognize-them-and-how-to-have-them/   LEADING TOGETHER BOOT CAMP: CONFLICT RESOLUTION:  https://ccc.nlc.org/seminar/leading-together-boot-camp-conflict-resolution/   http://TheElimGroup.com/ AmazingCities.org LocalGovPodcasts.com   About Mike Conduff:   Michael A. (Mike) Conduff is the President & CEO of The Elim Group, a motivational speaking and organizational consulting firm. Mike has extensive leadership, management and governance experience, having served as the City Manager of four different University communities, and most recently as the City Manager of Denton, Texas. Denton is the home of The University of North Texas and Texas Woman's University. Located in the dynamic North Texas Corridor, Denton is an innovative and rapidly growing community of 110,000. Prior to assuming the City Manager's position in Denton in May 2001, Mike was a nine-year City Manager of Bryan, Texas, a 1998 & 1999 All-America City Finalist and the birthplace of Texas A&M University. Before he came to Texas, Mike served as City Manager in Manhattan, Kansas, home of Kansas State University, for five years. He also served as City Manager of Pittsburg, Kansas, home of Pittsburg State University, for 5½ years.   Mr. Conduff earned his B.S. in civil engineering at the University of New Hampshire, graduating Cum Laude. His M.B.A. is from Pittsburg State University. He is also a charter graduate of the Carver Policy Governance® Academy in Atlanta, Georgia, and serves on the Board of Directors and as Secretary of the International Policy Governance® Association. Mike's clients have included the International City Management Association, The National League of Cities Leadership Training Institute, The National Council on Planned Giving, The Community Associations Institute and many cities, associations, and other non-profit and for-profit corporations. He is the co-author of The OnTarget Board Member – 8 Indisputable Behaviors a book about highly effective board members, and The Policy Governance® Fieldbook, a book on the practical applications of Policy Governance®. He is a frequent keynote speaker at professional and civic events. His is working on another book, Democracy at the Doorstep – True Stories from the Green Beret of Public Administrators. He has published numerous articles in national publications on topics as diverse as neighborhood empowerment to citizen linkages in the governance process.   Mr. Conduff is a Fellow of the prestigious National Academy of Public Administration, a member of Who's Who Worldwide, and a Paul Harris Fellow in Rotary International. He has been honored with the prestigious 2004 Award for Career Development in Memory of L. P. Cookingham from ICMA. The Center for Digital Government (a national research and advisory institute on information technology policies and best practices in state and local governments) has awarded Mike their coveted “Best of Texas 2004 Visionary Award.”   A fourth generation Native American, Mike grew up on stories of his Cherokee ancestry, and attributes his love of speaking and telling stories to his grandmothers. A graduate of the 1988 Leadership Kansas Class, Mr. Conduff is active in a number of professional and civic organizations. He serves on the Athletic Council for the University of North Texas. He is a full member and Past President of the Texas City Management Association. He is a fully credentialed member of the International City/County Management Association, and serves on its International Board. He also served six years on the Board of Directors of the Kansas Association of City/County Management, chairing the Ethics Committee and holding all of the statewide offices including President of the Association. He is a Past President of the Kansas Engineering Society; a charter member of the Board of Directors of the Kansas Entrepreneurial Center, located at Kansas State University; and a past member of the Board of Directors of the League of Kansas Municipalities Governing Body. Mr. Conduff is licensed as a Professional Engineer and a Registered Land Surveyor in the State of Kansas. About Your Host, Jim Hunt: Welcome to the “Building Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast” … The podcast for Mayors, Council Members, Managers, Staff and anyone who is interested in building an Amazing City.   Your host is Jim Hunt, the author of “Bottom Line Green, How American Cities are Saving the Planet and Money Too” and his latest book, “The Amazing City - 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City”   Jim is also the former President of the National League of Cities, 27 year Mayor, Council Member and 2006 Municipal Leader of the Year by American City and County Magazine.   Today, Jim speaks to 1000's of local government officials each year in the US and abroad.   Jim also consults with businesses that are bringing technology and innovation to local government.   Amazing City Resources:   Buy Jim's Popular Books: The Amazing City: 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City: https://www.amazingcities.org/product-page/the-amazing-city-7-steps-to-creating-an-amazing-city   Bottom Line Green: How America's Cities and Saving the Planet (And Money Too) https://www.amazingcities.org/product-page/bottom-line-green-how-america-s-cities-are-saving-the-planet-and-money-too   FREE White Paper: “10 Steps to Revitalize Your Downtown” AmazingCities.org/10-Steps   Hire Jim to Speak at Your Next Event: Tell us about your event and see if dates are available at AmazingCities.org/Speaking   Hire Jim to Consult with Your City or Town: Discover more details at https://www.amazingcities.org/consulting   Discuss Your Business Opportunity/Product to Help Amazing Cities: Complete the form at https://www.amazingcities.org/business-development   Develop a Podcast for Your Amazing City: Discover more at LocalGovPodcasts.com Request a Podcast Needs Analysis at LocalGovPodcasts.com/Podcasts

Jacklyn started working with credit more than 25 years ago in the automotive industry and since that time she has dedicated thousands of hours to research and helping consumers across the country achieve the credit status they deserve. Jacklyn had the esteemed honor to have been mentored on the intricacies of credit, the credit bureaus and the state and federal laws governing credit from the foremost credit experts in the country. With a focus and dedication to helping consumers, Jacklyn has been building a superior performance track record. The process of connecting a client's needs with a tailored solution provides immense satisfaction and this is accomplished through a solid practiced method. Educating and empowering her clients is a passion and she loves the challenges and rewards it presents. Winning trust and ensuring a client's loyalty through exemplary skill and unwavering ethics is the way Jacklyn approaches all aspects of her company, she values the stellar reputation she has established as well as all the clients she has been able to help achieve their dreams personally as well as professionally.Ms. Shapiro has been a guest on radio shows such as The Automotive Edge with Kurt Chase, The Real Talk with Willie Lambright and Chasing the Truth on ESPN. She has also been featured on Mike Citron’s national credit webinar series, recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide as a Woman of Excellence, The Good Life TV with Beverly Fell Jones, Offbeat Media and TV with Susan Hamilton, American Dream TV with Andy Tuttle, The Mortgage Minute with The Tuttle Group an official source for Capital One and Super Money. Jacklyn is a published author and impassioned speaker with the determination to empower everyone around her with knowledge.

Lee has been featured in the best-selling book and movie The Secret, and has appeared on numerous television and radio shows in North and South America including The Today Show, and other popular programs. His paradigm shifting method of family estate planning is based on family leadership and transferring not just monetary wealth, but core assets like family values and principles, memories and wisdom. Lee is a noted authority on helping families create immediate and enduring legacies that flourish generation after generation. His breakthrough concepts on empowering wealth are influencing leadership in a variety of places, from private homes and small businesses to public corporations and large educational institutions. Lee Brower is the Founder of Empowered Wealth, LLC (www.empoweredwealth.com) and the creator of The Business Family Coach®, a revolutionary program for entrepreneurs and business leaders. Using a proprietary coaching model, The Business Family Coach® applies the Empowered Wealth System™ in both businesses and families. The result is not only success and prosperity but sustainable prosperity™. Born and raised in California, Lee attended Brigham Young University and the University of Redlands, where he majored in business administration and Spanish. He then went on to study and practice financial and estate planning, earning a CLU and ChFC designation from American College in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. For more than 15 years, he has also served as an Entrepreneurial Coach for Strategic Coach Inc., an international organization based in Toronto that offers practical-thinking tools and support structures to help business owners create the personal and professional future they want. Passionate, dedicated and highly engaging, Lee captures audiences with his magnetic message and charismatic rapport. Co-author of Wealth Enhancement & Preservation, he is recognized in Who’s Who in the West and Who’s Who Worldwide. In his latest book, The Brower Quadrant, he shares the specifics of applying the Empowered Wealth principles. Visionary in thought and action, Lee is truly a “change agent” of our time. He is dedicated to revolutionizing how family owned businesses create and nourish their wealth — at home, at work and beyond. Lee resides in the Salt Lake City area with his wife, Lori, where they enjoy the outdoors and the joys that come from having a blended family of eight children and eleven grandchildren. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Dr. Mamie Smith is an author, radio talk show host, inspirational speaker, teacher, business woman and musician. She writes on numerous online social media sites, has established her own network “The Unfolding of a Rose.Com” and blog “Open Thought” (smithmamie.com) which currently sits in the #2 position in Google search engines.  Her first book “The Unfolding of a Rose” has helped many people experiencing the loss of a loved one, and the second book “Medicine: A Daily Dose of Spirituality” has just been released.  She has already received orders from several readers.Dr. Smith received a Bachelor of Science Music Degree at Austin Peay State University in Tennessee and Master of Music Education and Doctorate of Education from Wayne State University.  Her education has been greatly enhanced by traveling extensively, living among other cultures, and teaching in many states in this country and on Okinawa, Japan.Her experiences include teaching classes from kindergarten to college level in public school systems, private vocal and piano lessons, and performance as a classical soloist in operas, musicals, churches and special events. As an author, Dr. Smith writes primarily in the genre of spiritualty and as a spiritual teacher and inspirational speaker, has not only extensive knowledge and understanding of biblical writings, but 40 years of putting that knowledge into practice.   Years of healing physical, mental, emotional, financial and relationship problems, equips her as an expert in coaching individuals through problems lying beneath the surface of thought. Membership organizations include Board Member of Educational Arts Society and Jeanne Steely Laitner Association and membership in numerous other organizations including Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide. 

Do you know someone who has given up on finding the love of their life? Does your love life leave you cold? Get some inspirations and hot advice from my special guest Pamela Vandervoort. In this high-tech world that has inundated singles with so many choices, it can be hard to find a clear pathway to love. Pamela combines insights and love tips with inspirational stories about people who went from single and discouraged to in love and amazed at their experience of relationship. She has a proven system to help women attract their true love and create a happy healthy relationship. Pamela is a love coach and Dating for True Love Expert, featured in the National Association of Professional Women, Your Tango, Who’s Who Worldwide and SelfGrowth.com. She will discuss how to avoid heartbreak and random dating and discover the secrets to attracting and creating lasting love. This week’s hot topics will reveal: *1. Is a Good Man REALLY hard to find?* *2. Best dating strategies to find true love* *3. Avoid these obstacles to finding true love* Pamela Vandervoort created Dating for True Love to help women find their true love. She has a BA in Communication Studies and a Masters Degree in Spiritual Psychology. She’s passionate about helping woman attract their true love. To learn more about Pamela, visit: www.datingfortruelove.com _______________________________________________ Each #IBWS provides "a Goldmine of Entrepreneurial Tips, Strategies and Advice to grow your business to new Heights of Success from Inspirational Business Women in the Know.” Hear the inspired stories and personal struggles of these amazing women and learn how they rose to the top of their field while making a big impact on the lives of others. As your host, it is my deepest desire to uplift and inspire our "sister entrepreneurs" to pursue their dreams and share their passions with the world. Together we can "make a real difference" across the globe.

Dr. Smith received a Bachelor of Science Music Degree at Austin Peay State University in Tennessee and Master of Music Education and Doctorate of Education from Wayne State University.  Her education has been greatly enhanced by traveling extensively, living among other cultures, and teaching in many states in this country and on Okinawa, Japan. Her experiences include teaching classes from kindergarten to college level in public school systems, private vocal and piano lessons, and performance as a classical soloist in operas, musicals, churches and special events.  As an author, Dr. Smith writes primarily in the genre of spiritualty and as a spiritual teacher and inspirational speaker, has not only extensive knowledge and understanding of biblical writings, but 40 years of putting that knowledge into practice.   Years of healing physical, mental, emotional, financial and relationship problems, equips her as an expert in coaching individuals through problems lying beneath the surface of thought.  Membership organizations include Board Member of Educational Arts Society and Jeanne Steely Laitner Association and membership in numerous other organizations including Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide and Belle Isle Conservancy of Detroit, Michigan. CALL NUMBER IS 646-929-2870 WWW.WORLDMOVEMENT.COM        

The Wealthy Wednesday Show is building a movement to empower Woman Entrepreneurs. It is our aim to inspire and help heart-centered, goal orientated woman entrepreneurs to build her dream business, do what she loves to do while making this world a better place in the process. Get ready for more money, more freedom and more joy in your life as you are awakened, inspired and transformed. Pamela Vandervoort is a dating and relationship expert. She has a bachelor’s degree in communication studies and a master’s degree in spiritual psychology. Pamela created Dating for True Love to help women date to meet their true love and create a happy, healthy fulfilling and empowering relationship. In this high-tech world that has inundated singles with so many choices, it can be hard to find a clear pathway to love, Pamela's proven system has helped hundreds of women find lasting love.  She has been featured by Blog Talk Radio, SW Experts, Amazing Women of Power Radio, National Association of Professional Women, Ladies Who Launch, Who’s Who Worldwide, SelfGrowth and YourTango. Website: http://www.datingfortruelove.com/ Free Gift: Girl's Guide to the Unavailable Man: Debunking the Myth so You Can Find Happiness in Love http://datingfortruelove.com/ebook/  

Michael Popovich, CEO of STC (Scientific Technologies Corporation), caught up with Alan Quarry to discuss the changes in information technology and how they can be used to save lives.   STC began as an IT company in the consulting realm, but after a design consult for an immunization registry had them building the software themselves, the firm wound up deep in the public health industry.   Michael shares impactful stories of how information technology and data can and has been used to create real-time, real-world change. In 2005, when Hurricane Katrina devastated Louisiana, STC saved millions of taxpayer dollars and likely many lives with their immunization registry. This was the first time the United States had an integrated, countrywide electronic health record.   As the health industry undergoes a digital transformation, Michael states the key factor that sets IT firms apart: having an anthropologist on your team. This also relates to a current challenge many IT companies face, applying the right technology to the specific objective and human need. “The mission has a higher value than the technology,” Michael adds.   Michael also remarks on the future of the public health industry and STC’s role in what’s to come.   ABOUT OUR GUEST:  Michael Popovich is the Chief Executive Officer and sits on the Board of Directors for STC. Michael has been listed in Who’s Who Worldwide, Platinum edition, received numerous awards, authored over 120 articles and papers, and is a regular invited guest speaker at national conferences. He founded Scientific Technologies Corporation in 1988. Michael has over 30 years of experience in management and implementation of IT solutions that address challenges in public health and environmental health. He received his MS in Systems Engineering and BS in Engineering Mathematics from the University of Arizona.

Dr. Mamie Smith is an author, radio talk show host, inspirational speaker, teacher, business woman and musician. She writes on numerous online social media sites, has established her own network “The Unfolding of a Rose.Com” and blog “Open Thought” (smithmamie.com) which currently sits in the #2 position in Google search engines.  Her first book “The Unfolding of a Rose” has helped many people experiencing the loss of a loved one, and the second book “Medicine: A Daily Dose of Spirituality” has just been released.  She has already received orders from several readers.Dr. Smith received a Bachelor of Science Music Degree at Austin Peay State University in Tennessee and Master of Music Education and Doctorate of Education from Wayne State University.  Her education has been greatly enhanced by traveling extensively, living among other cultures, and teaching in many states in this country and on Okinawa, Japan.Her experiences include teaching classes from kindergarten to college level in public school systems, private vocal and piano lessons, and performance as a classical soloist in operas, musicals, churches and special events. As an author, Dr. Smith writes primarily in the genre of spiritualty and as a spiritual teacher and inspirational speaker, has not only extensive knowledge and understanding of biblical writings, but 40 years of putting that knowledge into practice.   Years of healing physical, mental, emotional, financial and relationship problems, equips her as an expert in coaching individuals through problems lying beneath the surface of thought. Membership organizations include Board Member of Educational Arts Society and Jeanne Steely Laitner Association and membership in numerous other organizations including Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide.     

Dr. Smith received a Bachelor of Science Music Degree at Austin Peay State University in Tennessee and Master of Music Education and Doctorate of Education from Wayne State University.  Her education has been greatly enhanced by traveling extensively, living among other cultures, and teaching in many states in this country and on Okinawa, Japan. Her experiences include teaching classes from kindergarten to college level in public school systems, private vocal and piano lessons, and performance as a classical soloist in operas, musicals, churches and special events.  As an author, Dr. Smith writes primarily in the genre of spiritualty and as a spiritual teacher and inspirational speaker, has not only extensive knowledge and understanding of biblical writings, but 40 years of putting that knowledge into practice.   Years of healing physical, mental, emotional, financial and relationship problems, equips her as an expert in coaching individuals through problems lying beneath the surface of thought.  Membership organizations include Board Member of Educational Arts Society and Jeanne Steely Laitner Association and membership in numerous other organizations including Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide and Belle Isle Conservancy of Detroit, Michigan.       

Pamela Vandervoort is a dating and relationship expert. She has a bachelor’s degree in communication studies and a master’s degree in spiritual psychology. Pamela created Dating for True Love to help women date to meet their true love and create a happy, healthy fulfilling and empowering relationship. In this high-tech world that has inundated singles with so many choices, it can be hard to find a clear pathway to love, Pamela's proven system has helped hundreds of women attract find lasting love. She has been featured by Blog Talk Radio, SW Experts, National Association of Professional, Amazing Women of Power Radio, Ladies Who Launch, Who’s Who Worldwide, SelfGrowth and YourTango.