Dethra U. Giles is a well-known keynote speaker, best-selling author and consultant on a global scale. ExecuPrep, a global company that offers coaching, leadership development and performance enhancement at work, was founded by her as well. The Happily Ever Employed podcast is hosted by Dethra. She has worked with thousands of leaders across a variety of industries, with hundreds of clients. Dethra has dedicated... read full bio
Rita Bailey is an entrepreneur, consultant, strategist, speaker, coach, and facilitator. Since a young age, Bailey was always a leader and throughout the years she has worked for numerous companies such as Southwest Airlines where she worked in operations, sales, marketing, HR, learning and development. She has also started her own consulting firm, QVF Partners, LLC, which she is the... read full bio
Ananda Lewis has always loved the stage, but her passion for social justice is stronger. As a teenager, she volunteered at the Head Start agency, helping kids from poor families. After a traumatizing episode with a boyfriend, Ananda focused her energies on teaching young girls about date rape and abstinence. While attending college, her spare time was spent volunteering at... read full bio
Former mayor Bill Campbell has long served as a forceful advocate on behalf of Atlanta's most precious resources: young people and senior citizens. Campbell hosted the City's first-ever Conference on Intergenerational Living to explore how the needs of the elderly and children can be better served through cooperation. He has also initiated a variety of community service programs. Deserving youngsters... read full bio
In April 1997, Warren Macdonalds life would forever be changed. While climbing on Hinchinbrook Island in Northern Austrlia a tragic accident happened. A giant boulder came down and crushed Warrens legs; they were both completely amputated at the thigh. Extraordinarily Warren began climbing again only a short 10 months later. He climbed Cradle Mountain and Federation Peak in Tasmania... read full bio
Billed as Americas First Hearing Impaired Comedienne, Kathy Buckley is a five-time Comedy Award nominee as best stand-up comedienne, as well as a motivational speaker. Kathy Buckley autobiographical play, Dont Buck With Me! A One Woman Show and Tale, enjoyed a three-month return engagement in West Hollywood, CA. Kathy Buckley became one of the most popular comediennes in the country,... read full bio
Bettina Gregory has long been considered one of the best female voices in the broadcast business. For many years, Bettina used her skills as an award-winning Correspondent for ABC News. She is a classically trained actress and worked in English repertory theatre, as well as here in the US. Her narration of the Biography of Hillary Rodham Clinton, produced for... read full bio
Of course, DINNER & A MOVIE wouldn't be possible without someone to come up with all those odd and fabulous recipes. That job falls on our own Certified Professional Chef, Claud Mann. Before signing on as TBS's own Chef de Cuisine, Claud Mann spent 15 years cooking honest to goodness food without the benefit of clever names or blockbuster movies.... read full bio
Bill Phillips had been publishing bodybuilding magazines and marketing nutritional supplements for years when he had a weird revelation at a trade show: many of the most loyal and enthusiastic readers he had were totally out of shape. From that uncomfortable realization came Bill Phillips's popular Physique Transformation Contest (top prize that first year: Phillips's own Lamborghini), now world famous,... read full bio
Allison Parris is a fashion designer who developed her talent at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City, while working with staples of the American Fashion industry, such as Cynthia Rowley. She lines her feminine, flattering tops, sweaters, coats, dresses, and skirts with recycled PET satin made from used soda bottles. Her luxurious, vintage-inspired pieces are replete... read full bio
Don't we all want a healthier planet and a cleaner environment, but often don't know how to help and where to start Colin Beavan, aka No Impact Man" discusses the triumphs and difficulties, the personal satisfaction, and the sacrifices he and his family experienced during his No Impact project. His simple goal is to personally reduce his "footprint" on planet... read full bio
Author of 6 books, 2 nominated for Pulitzer Prize. have been on the same Best Sellers List approaching 13 years. In a word, Dave Pelzer embodies Esprit: Spirit, Humor & Wit. As a child his resilience enabled him to overcome extreme life-threatening obstacles. As an adult, for over 20 years, Daves inspirational work has encouraged countless organizations and millions of... read full bio
As a biracial, bicultural, and bilingual citizen of the world, Dr. Betances has worked in all fifty states, all six U.S. territories and in various countries including Japan, Korea, Germany and Mexico. Decades of university teaching, publishing articles and consultantships with private and public organizations bring to each event a breadth and depth of understanding on how we must make... read full bio
Kathy Smith is an globally renowned expert in the Wellness field. Her unique brand has earned her iconic prominence in the home fitness market that she helped build. Smith reaches millions of people each year, and her national media appearances include The Today Show, CNN, Oprah, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, along with several other high profile television shows.... read full bio
Rhonda Britten, an Emmy Award-winner and repeat Oprah guest, is the founder of the Fearless Living Institute, an organization dedicated to giving anyone the tools they need to master their emotional fears, and the author of four national bestsellers including Fearless Living which features her groundbreaking work called the Wheel Technology. Rhonda has written several national bestsellers based on her principles,... read full bio
The enthusiastic and passionate fitness and diet guru Susan Powter is a self-help sensation, the star of infomercials and motivational seminars and the author of the bestseller Stop the Insanity! Susan Powter has been easily recognized by her high energy and white buzzcut hairstyle, and her in-your-face delivery won over fans who sympathized with her own personal success story. Susan... read full bio
Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feniger, two of America's most beloved chefs, are hands-on owner-operators of the popular and critically acclaimed Border Grill restaurants in Santa Monica and Las Vegas, serving upscale, modern Mexican food in a hip, urban cantina setting. Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feniger also own and operate Ciudad restaurant in downtown Los Angeles, featuring the bold,... read full bio
Danny Cahill is currently the owner of thedannycahill.com, a self-help, and motivational company helping people overcome the obstacles in the way of their success. Danny has travelled the world speaking to companies such as Chick-fil-A, Gorton's Fish, Williams Co., and many more. He speaks for charities, churches and organizations helping their members and employees get past the I Can't" mentality... read full bio
Inspiring millions with music and motivation, Willie Jolley is an award winning motivational keynote speaker. Willie is not only a speaker, but also a best selling author, media personality, and singer. He is a true renaissance man. Willie has gained remarkable marks in the speaking industry. He has become one of the most outstanding speakers in the world and was... read full bio
During her 26 years working for the Social Security Administration, Marcia Brixey met thousands of women who experienced financial difficulties resulting from a personal crisis - husband's death, divorce, illness or loss of a job. Marcia Brixey is the author of Becoming a Money Wi$e Woman: Getting Your Financial House in Order and a popular keynote speaker. Marcia Brixey's... read full bio
