Theodore R. Allen III (TR) is a decorated 11-year veteran of the United States Navy and a proud military service member who served in both Desert Shield and Desert Storm in the Persian Gulf Wars. A budding entrepreneur, he serves as the Executive Director & CEO of DivineCrossingx, Inc., a Training and Development Consulting Firm designed to enrich the minds of clients through dynamic empowerment speeches, literary works and workshops. He is a graduate of Southern Polytechnic State University (SPSU) with a Masters in Information Technology (MSIT) and an undergraduate of Southern Illinois University– Carbondale (SIU-C) with a degree in Education.

Toastmasters Experience: Theo is the Immediate Past Area I 86 Governor for Toastmasters District 14. The recipient in 2011 of the Advanced Communicator Silver (ACS) and the Advanced Leadership Silver (ALS) awards, he chartered three new clubs during his term. Moreover, Area I 86 was designated Presidential Distinguished during his term.

Geographic Areas: City of Atlanta, North Cobb/West Cobb, South Fulton

Areas of Expertise: Leadership, Business Development, Diversity, Communication, Motivation, Youth & Education, Entrepreneurial, Training

Contact: 678-251-6656, email: info@divinecrossingx.com , web: www.divinecrossingx.com

  

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D.S. BROWN

D.S. Brown is a motivational speaker, coach, and author. He has fifteen years of management experience in the corporate IT field developing leaders. He is an Associate with the Georgia National Speakers Association and has conducted seminars on the power of effective communication and speaks to kids on vital life issues from prejudice and bullying to personal finance. He is the creator of 3FE, the Tool For Motivational Empowerment, the critical thinker's methodology for dynamic problem solving. He has created a workshop for the effective use of critical thinking skills both professionally and personally. He is an ideal facilitator, teacher, coach, and mentor on a wide array of subjects ranging from politics and finance to barbecuing and exercise.

Toastmasters Experience: I have one year in Toastmasters and I'm on track to set a new club record with the completion of the Competent Communication course. Being a part of the Macy's Communicators Toastmaster's Club 8419 has been an incredibly rewarding experience, one which I hope to build upon.

Contact: 404-217-7933, email:dsbrown@thehandmill.com, web:www.2rulesof3.com

 

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CINDY CANNON

Cindy is the President and a Partner with her husband of Growth Management Group which provides training, consulting and recruiting services. Cindy is also an author, professional speaker, trainer, interview and career coach. Cindy has over 25 years as a recruiter and has been recognized as one of the top recruiters in the nation working for one of the largest firms.n She has placed over 2000 people in jobs and has interviewed over 5,000 people. Cindy's purpose is to share with you that she believes you can do anything in life that you want to do, no matter the circumstances, you just need to know how.

Toastmasters Experience: Cindy Cannon is currently the Regional Advisor for Region 8 and is a Distinguished Toastmaster. She has won Division Governor of the year & Area Governor Year. She has also served as Lt Gov Marketing, Lt Education & Training and Division Governor.

Geographic Areas: City of Atlanta, North Georgia, Dekalb/Rockdale, North Fulton, Gwinnett

Areas of Expertise: Time Management, Leadership, Business Development, Communication, Motivation, Humor, Entrepreneurial, Training

Contact:770-633-5582, email: cindy@gmgweb.com, Web:www.askbestinterviewquestions.com

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MELISSA COBB

With more than 15 years as a corporate and Christian educator, Melissa Cobb is motivated to get you educated. Whether it's getting the audience involved in a personal developmental workshop or sharing tips on written or verbal communication skills, one thing is certain: Melissa will "bring the funny!"  Her use of humor to deliver an array of topics is refreshing and energizing. Melissa's People Development series has been delivered to corporate and Christian conference audiences with rave reviews and her programs have helped management become better at leading their employees through character, knowledge, skill and emotional development.

Toastmasters Experience: Melissa has been a member of Toastmasters for one year and was the winner of her chapter's Senior Leadership Challenge competition in 2011.  She serves on her club's Education Committee and as the Mentor Chairperson. She has also led the charter efforts for a new community club in Fulton County.

Geographic Areas: City of Atlanta, North Fulton

Areas of Expertise: Leadership, Motivation, Humor, Training

Contact: 678-852-7170, Email:  MKcobb67@gmail.com

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DANEELL EDWARDS

Dr. Daneell Edwards is the Executive Director of SLC Bethune Institute of Education, a non-profit organization that provides academic support to students and professional development for teachers. Her background includes developing a graduate program in elementary education, developing and leading out-of-school time workshops for youth, designing curriculum that focuses on stewardship, scholarship, and leadership, serving on the Commission on Reading and the Comission on Language of the National Council of Teachers of English, and publishing work on literacy and cultural diversity.

Geographic Areas: North Georgia, North Fulton, No Cobb/West Cobb, Dekalb/Rockdale, Gwinnett, South Fulton, Macon, Augusta, Columbus

Areas of Expertise: Time Management, Business Development, Diversity, Communication, Motivation, Women's Issues, Youth & Education, Humor, Entrepreneurial, Training

Contact: 404-981-5193, email: Daneellde@aol.com

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SHARON FRAME

Sharon Frame is a former CNN news anchor, awarding-winning t-v journalist, Empowerment Speaker and "Your Follow through Media Coach." She helps clients follow through on their dreams, goals and visions after the thrill is gone and their fizz has gotten flat. Sharon has spent more than 25 years as a TV anchor/reporter and has conducted countless power-packed keynotes and seminars on personal and career achievement. As a Media Coach, She teaches business owners how to get more clients and grow their business through free media exposure.

Toastmasters Experience: Sharon has been a part of Toastmasters International for more than 20 years in three states. She has served in several leadership positions and won several awards.

Geographic Areas: City of Atlanta, North Georgia, Dekalb/Rockdale

Areas of Expertise: Leadership, Finance, Business Development, Communication, Motivation, Women's Issues, Entrepreneurial

Contact: 678-602-2899, email: Sharon@sharonframespeaks.com web: www.sharonframespeaks.com

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ROY GANGA

Whether engaged in corporate or volunteer activities, Roy Ganga believes that coaching individuals and teams to recognize and grow their strengths leads to stronger, healthier, more successful people and organizations. With more than 25 years of management experience, Roy offers a unique perspective to learning which blends practical, real-world perspective with goal-oriented vision. Roy has conducted several youth leadership programs, and has successfully conducted lectures on Team Building, Effective Communication, Public Relations, Presentations, Mentoring and Leadership. Roy is the President of Energize Your Voice. His passion for motivating and inspiring people drives him to connect with other individuals, to inspire them and motivate them to realize their full potential.

Toastmasters Experience: A Toastmaster for over 10 years, Roy served as the 2010-2011 District 14 Governor and hold the Distinguished Toastmasters designation. He was the recipient of the 2011 Excellent in Leadership award, the 2010 Excellence in Education award and the 2009 Excellence in Marketing award for his outstanding contributions to Toastmasters International and Georgia Toastmasters, and was named the 2007 District 14 (State of Georgia) Division Governor of the Year.

Geographic Areas: City of Atlanta, North Cobb/West Cobb, North Georgia, Columbus, South Fulton, Dekalb/Rockdale, Macon, North Fulton, Gwinnett, Augusta

Areas of Expertise: Leadership, Business Development, Diversity, Communication, Motivation, Youth & Education, Training

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GAIL L'ESPERANCE

Gail L’esperance has been designing distance learning for over 20 years in both the private and public sector.  She is an Air Force Veteran and has been an aircraft mechanic, computer programmer, and elementary school art teacher.  She is currently working towards yoga certification.  As a lifelong learner Gail believes that You shouldn’t be afraid of the space between your dreams and reality. If you can dream it, you can make it so.    

Toastmasters Experience: Gail L'esperance, ACB, has been a Toastmaster since 1998 and has been club President, VP Public Relations, VP Membership, Webmaster, and is currently Peachtree Summit Toastmasters VP of Education. She presented From "Distress to De-Stress" at the District 14, 2010 Spring Conference.

Geographic Areas: City of Atlanta, North Georgia, North Fulton, Dekalb/Rockdale, Gwinnett, South Fulton

Areas of Expertise: Time Management, Communication, Motivation, Women's Issues, Youth & Education, Humor, Training

Contact: 678-234-2212, email: Dhuinne@yahoo.com

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RENGEN LI

Dr. Rengen Li manages Global Leadership Development at The Coca-Cola Company. He is responsible for executive coaching, assessments, and development of middle level leaders globally. Dr. Li is a popular presenter, keynote, and panelist at conferences on minority and women business development. He teaches Intercultural Communication at Kennesaw State and founded USPAACC (Southeast) in 2004.

Toastmasters Experience: Rengen Li is a seasoned Toastmaster and has served in almost all leadership roles of his club. He has won several Toastmasters awards for humorous and international speeches at the club, Area and Divison levels. He currently serves as President of 310 North Toastmasters.

Geographic Areas: North Georgia, North Fulton, Dekalb/Rockdale, Gwinnett

Areas of Expertise: Time Management, Business Development, Diversity, Communication, Motivation, Women's Issues, Youth & Education, Humor, Entrepreneurial, Training

Contact: 404-227-3565, email: Rengen.Li@gmail.com

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JUDITH GLICK-SMITH

Judith Glick-Smith has been an entrepreneur and business consultant since 1983. She is a professor of Communication at Kennesaw State University. She is also President of MentorFactor, Inc., which focuses on communication consulting, leadership development, and organizational development. Judy has a Ph.D. in Transformative Studies, an MS in Conflict Management, and a BBA in Accounting. Judy is a Fellow and Past International President of the Society for Technical Communication. She has also been involved with numerous other professional societies. She has published in a variety of peer-reviewed journals and has regularly presented at professional organizations and conferences since 1988.

Toastmasters Experience: I have been an active member of Community Voice Toastmasters for over five years. I have served as VP of membership and have participated in local competitions. I won the chapter Humorous Speech contest in 2009.

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OTIS JACKSON

Otis is a dedicated Health Educator with over 33 years in Health, Wellness and Fitness Education.    He has managed numerous projects relating to both Adult and Childhood Obesity and Wellness.    After leaving North Carolina and relocating to Georgia, the passion for instilling in adults and children the importance of good health and physical fitness remained.    Maroti Sports Health & Wellness was established as a vessel to continue in this effort.  His goal is to educate the community through:  Workshops, Seminars, Community Activities and Individual services.

Ryan Jenkins has been a student of leadership and personal development for the past ten years and is a Founding Member of the John C. Maxwell Program. Ryan specializes in the Millennial movement and generational gaps/tensions that now plague the workplace.  He has developed the next generation of intentional influencers by connecting emerging trends (social media, gaming, mobile technology, etc.) with  leadership laws.  Ryan has a unique knack for developing perspective-shifting and applicable content which he communicates through high-impact speaking engagements.

Toastmasters Experience: Ryan has been involved with Toastmasters for more than three years.  In 2011, Toastmasters International recognized Ryan as one of the top communicators in Georgia, USA.  Currently, he is the President of Peachtree Club in Atlanta and he speaks regularly at various Toastmaster clubs and conferneces.

Geographic Areas: City of Atlanta, North Fulton, No Cobb/West Cobb, Dekalb/Rockdale,Gwinnett, South Fulton

Thomas Lekas is a motivational speaker, professional trainer, facilitator, and coach.  With a background in United States Navy Submarines and the commercial nuclear industry, Thomas has trained commercial nuclear supervisors and managers for more than ten years.  He currently works as a team leader for the National Nuclear Accrediting Board and evaluates accredited training programs for renewal. His success in this demanding industry has given him the ability to understand and simplify the technical and make it understandable to everyone.  Coupled with his passion for high-energy outdoor activities, his stories entertain, instruct and motivate audiences.

Kawamba is an Inspirational Speaker, Advocate, Writer and Workshop Leader. He has more than ten years' experience working with a nationally known seminar company where he helped develop and deliver training sessions on Commnication, Managing Difficult People and the Art of Self Discovery.

Toastmasters Experience: More than 17 years in Toastmasters in South Carolina and Georgia. Former Area and Division Governor for District 58. Participated in the International Speech Contest on the District Level in 2000 and won Table Topics Contest in 2010 at the District level.

Geographic Areas: City of Atlanta, South Fulton, North Fulton

Areas of Expertise: Leadership, Communication, Motivation, Humor, Training

BENECIA PONDER is a speaker, author, and certified personal and executive coach. In 2007, she launched Benecia Ponder Enterprises, a full service personal and professional development company dedicated to helping entrepreneurs build successful enterprises and total life well-being. Over the past five years, entrepreneurs, professionals, corporate executives, and community organizations have successfully benefited from Benecia's expertise.

Toastmasters Experience: Benecia has more than five years of Toastmasers experience, and has earned the Advanced Communicator bronze & Advanced Leadership Bronze designations She is currently serving as an Area Governor in District 14 and as the President of the Midtown Conquerors Toastmasters Club.

Geographic Areas: City of Atlanta, N.Cobb/West Cobb, South Fulton, Dekalb/Rockdale, Macon, North Fulton, Gwinnett

Areas of Expertise: Time Management, Leadership, Business Development, Communication, Motivation, Women's Issues, Entreprenuerial, Training

Contact: 800-816-2432, email: success@beneciaponder.com, web: www.Beneciaponder.com

McKell Pinder is a Compensation and Benefits Consultant at an international public accounting firm. She has extensive experience working with qualified retirement plans as well as reviewing asset/liability calculations, particularly in the context of M&A transaction due diligence. She currently assists companies correct errors made in administering their 401(k) and 403(b) plans using IRS programs; and performs calculations under Section 280G (Golden Parachute payments) for executives.

Toastmasters Experience: McKell is a seasoned speaker and trainer, having presented to Ford Motor Company Treasurers and Secretaries (Southeast Region); Georgia Toastmasters; and Youth Leadership Training: 100 Black Men of DeKalb County. In 2003 McKell earned the Distinguished Toastmaster award and was also named Area Governor of the Year in Georgia.

Geographic Areas: City of Atlanta, No Cobb/West Cobb, North Georgia, South Fulton, Dekalb/Rockdale, North Fulton

Areas of Expertise: Leadership, Finance, Diversity, Communication, Motivation, Women's Issues, Youth & Education, Training

Contact: 419-862-5355, email: Mckellpinder@gmail.com

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TASHA STERLING

Tasha's academic background has centered around the areas of Accounting and Finance. She holds a bachelor's degree with a major in Accounting and minors in Economics and Statistics from the University of the West Indies in Jamaica, and Master's degree in Finance from Georgia State University. Presently, she is in the Master of Accountancy program at Georgia State where she is a member of the Beta Alpha Psi honor society. She has held several Graduate Research Assistantship positions while on campus. As a writing consultant on campus, she makes presentations to students on improving their writing skills.

Toastmasters Experience:  Tasha has been with the Toastmasters group for five months and is already seeing the benefits of joining the organization. She is currently working on completing the Competent Communication manual.

Geographic Areas: City of Atlanta, No Cobb/West Cobb, North Georgia, South Fulton, Dekalb/Rockdale, North Fulton, Gwinnett

Areas of Expertise: Finance, Diversity, Motivation, Youth & Education, Training

Contact: 404-408-9813, email: Tasha..sterling2@gmail.com

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ANNE TAYLOR

ANNE TAYLOR was raised in rural Alabama during the racially charged 60's. Her experiences are filled with discovery moments that helped to shape her desire to treat people the way she would like to be treated. Anne has a lifelong passion for service. She has volunteered with numerous non-profit organizations including the Cobb County Georgia - Juvenile Court. Her 13 year commitment to this organization has given her exposure to families with substance, sexual, physical, and emotional abuse. Her message of faith often delivered with song, captures the audience's attention and keeps it!

Toastmasters Experience: Anne was recognized as one of the top 27 speakers of 2011 competing in the International Speech Contest in Las Vegas, NV. A member of Toastmasters for eight years and working on her ATM-Gold, Anne Michelle Taylor is currently a member of T-Toasters of Vinings and South Cobb Toastmasters.

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