CHEEWA JAMES Cheewa is especially known for her presentations on leadership, dealing with change, and finding a balanced life style. Her father is Modoc Indian and her mother is German. Although addressing contemporary, cutting edge business and training issues, Cheewa often uses Native American thinking to illustrate a point. She creates a feel for diversity in a very subtle way. Cheewa was born on the Klamath Indian Reservation, Oregon, and is enrolled with the Modoc Tribe of Oklahoma. A former television anchorwoman and reporter, Cheewa is the recipient of seven UPI (United Press International) awards. She has been awarded the National Golden Mike Award for excellence in television production. An accomplished author with nearly 150 articles in print, Cheewa's work has appeared in Smithsonian, National Wildlife, Chicago Tribune, Portland Oregonian and Kansas City Star. Her book, Catch the Whisper of the Wind, is composed of her short, inspiration profiles of American Indians. For more information and a brief video of Cheewa James, check out this web site: speakercheewa.com.

ANN JILLIAN Ann is a three-time Emmy & Golden Globe Award winning actress and singer. Since 1985, she has added motivational speaker to her impressive list of credits, addressing business, medical, professional, and women's groups with her unique blend of humor and inspiration. Her TV movie, "The Ann Jillian Story," recounted her victory over breast cancer and was the #1 film of the TV season. Good Housekeeping Magazine named her one of the most admired women of the world. Her lecture titles include: "Never Had a Bad Day in My Life," "Surviving and Thriving," and "The Winner in You." Have Ann bring her pianist, and her talk remains a major lecture about life, health, and the joys of motherhood -- accentuated with song. Ann's programs are fun, informative, and always entertaining. "If audiences are not having fun, then the important message got lost!"... Ann Jillian

CHRIS JOHNSON, MEd An award winning coach, speaker, author, and guru of Laughter and Humour in the Workplace. Like inner jogging, laughter does for the mind what exercise does for the cardiovascular system. Dr. Laugh’s presentations lead to increased productivity, reduced absenteeism, relief of stress and anxiety, and a team feeling in the workplace.

DIANA JORDAN Oprah Winfrey selected Diana Jordan as “one of the funniest people on the planet." Jordan has also been nominated by the American Comedy Awards as one of the Top Five Female Comedians in the country. Keynote Speaker and veteran stand-up comedian, Diana Jordan has developed a loyal following with a humor that will leave your audience in stitches. Keynote speaker and a 20-year veteran as a stand-up comedian, Diana has developed a loyal following among women and men. An accomplished singer, be ready to snap and clap as you find yourself astounded at Diana’s "big voice from such a tiny body!” Diana's best-selling book, A Wife’s Little Instruction Book: Your Survival Guide to Marriage Without Bloodshed! sold over 450,000 copies. As a corporate female comedian, Diana was featured in the HBO special “Women of the Night” that spotlighted only five top female comedians. Jordan also has two feature film roles to her credit including a performance in “Jerry McGuire” with Tom Cruise. It is Diana Jordan's greatest desire “to heal the world one laugh at a time!"

MEG JORDAN, PhD, RN A registered nurse with a doctorate in medical anthropology, Dr. Jordan's newest presentation is titled "Adventures of a Global Medicine Hunter." She teaches what she has learned in her search for healing remedies around the world. She is also an award-winning national journalist, author of The Fitness Instinct, and founder of American Fitness magazine. Dr. Jordan is a “national trendspotter” according to USA Today and among a new breed of futurists according to Newsweek. Her vital keynotes are on the topics of healing, fitness, career, and empowerment.

NAOMI JUDD, RN As a superstar of country music and author of Love Can Build a Bridge, Naomi's Breakthrough Guide: 20 Choices to Transform Your Life, and Naomi's Guide to Aging Gracefully, Naomi’s life story has inspired millions. Interesting for us, she was trained as a nurse before her rise to fame. Now Naomi is a highly sought-after inspirational speaker who translates faith, medical knowledge, humor, values, and belief in the mind-body connection into a powerful and unforgettable message.

SAM KEEN, PhD “Overeducated” at Princeton University and Harvard Divinity School, Dr. Keen was a contributing editor to Psychology Today, author of a dozen books and the subject of a Bill Moyers PBS special, “Your Mythic Journey with Sam Keen.” A freelance thinker and skilled explorer, he has a healthy disrespect for traditionally accepted boundaries.

DEBORAH KERN, PhD Author of Everyday Wellness, Dr. Kern is one of the nation's foremost proponents of mind-body health and women's wellness. Dr. Kern combines her background in nursing, 12 years of teaching fitness, and doctoral studies in Health Science to present a dynamic, interactive session on the “Mind-Body Connection” in health. In addition to providing up-to-the-minute wellness advice, Deborah is a certified yoga instructor and a leading instructor of an innovative form of movement called "NIA" - Neuromuscular Integrative Action. Her commanding presence and positive attitude invite full participation.

JIM KERN, EdD A former teacher, coach and counselor, Dr. Kern is an equally popular author and speaker with administrators, teachers, counselors, students and parents. Through personal stories, humor, humility and emotion, Dr. Kern wins hearts and minds as he enhances the self-esteem of his audiences.

VIDA KHOW, RN, MSA An expert in women's workplace dynamics, organizational transitions, and visionary leadership, Vida Khow addresses conferences, associations, and government agencies across the country. Being a successful Navajo woman, she naturally combines the wisdom of her native roots with her vast administrative experience. Vida has taught her innovative ideas to distinguished clients throughout the United States and Germany. Vida holds a master's degree in Health Services Administration from Central Michigan University. After 18 years of nursing, she was appointed CEO of the Winslow Indian Health Center in Arizona.

HOWARD KOSEFF, MD Author and publisher of The Healthy Balance, an integrative medical newsletter for the public that bridges the gap between western and natural medicine. Presentations on Preventative Medicine, Mind/Body Medicine, Stress Management and Nutrition. Creating balance in a busy life is an important concept in his corporate seminars.

KARIN KRATINA, MS, RD Karin Kratina is a Registered Dietitian and exercise physiologist who is currently pursuing a PhD in Symbolic Psychological Anthropology. Her research interests focus on women’s wellness, specifically women’s relationship with food and body image. A noted speaker, author and clinician, Ms. Kratina has specialized in the treatment of women with disordered eating and received the 1999 SCAN Excellence in Practice Award in Disordered Eating/Obesity. She is author of Eating Well, Living Well (1999) and Moving Away From Diets: New Ways to Heal Eating Problems and Exercise Resistance (1996).

LAWRENCE KUTNER, PhD Dr. Kutner is the author of Parent & Child: Getting Through to Each Other and of the award-winning, weekly New York Times “Parent & Child” column. A nationally known clinical psychologist with a wealth of practical information, his frequent appearances on television and radio are a testament to his warm, entertaining speaking style.

RONALD LABONTE, PhD A world leader in health promotion, population health, and the non-medical determinants of health. Dr. Labonte is Canada Research Chair in Globalization/Health Equity at the Institute of Population Health. For over 25 years, Dr. Labonte has consulted with private enterprise and branches of the government. One example of his work is a workplace-based stress training program that he developed for the Ontario Workers Health and Safety Training Centre. Author of 12 books and over 400 scientific and popular articles on health and wellbeing, Dr. Labonte speaks is a manner that is often entertaining—but more importantly, provokes, informs, and challenges his audiences.

AHNNA LAKE, MD The healer must also be healed. Dr. Lake is a respected advocate for not only physicians, but also other professionals who experience high stress. Her refreshing and exuberant outlook on life moves her audiences to positive action. She conveys high optimism and teaches practical and effective strategies.

MARTHA LAMBERT Dynamic, funny, and highly imaginative, Martha Lambert cuts today's life challenges down to size, and shows audiences how to do the same. Her background is rich and diverse—national talk show host, actor, author, educator, and corporate comedienne. Lambert creates a cast of characters who share their unique perspectives on creative problem solving. Her presentations are much more than lectures; they are hilarious and inspiring performances.

KATE LARSEN, MS Kate’s relaxed, natural and humorous approach inspires people to choose change and “Thrive vs. Survive.” Her experience is in chemical dependency counseling, sales and marketing, and seven years of fitness teaching and training. Her speaking style is engaging and her support materials are fun.

FRED LEAFGREN, PhD A pioneer in health promotion and counseling psychologist in higher educational administration and teaching for over 30 years, Fred Leafgren is an outstanding presenter with a great sense of humor. Members of your group will learn to understand and appreciate the differences in people, their personality and behavior styles. They'll have fun learning how to harness their new understanding to unlock the potential of your organization. Topics include "Quality, Effectiveness and Community Building – Using Personality Analysis" and "Coping Effectively with Stress."

BRUCE LEONARD, MPH, CHES An expert in developing community media based behavior change programs, Bruce Leonard's topics include "Worksite Health Promotion: Where To Start," "Designing Behavior Change Interventions," and "Applying Lessons Learned From Tobacco To Physical Activity." His workshop on "Principles of Behavior Change" is full of practical applications that come from years of experience with diabetes, cardiovascular disease, physical activity, nutrition, and smoking cessation.

JULIE LUSK, MEd Having published three books, nine CD/cassette tapes, and numerous articles in the areas of wellness, guided relaxation, creative visualization, and yoga, Julie’s 12 years of experience working in health care and 13 years experience in higher education strengthens and reinforces her expertise. She has been a college dean and managed multi-million dollar holistic health and wellness centers. Her community service and volunteering have earned her national awards and international consulting opportunities. Julie is the editor and author of the popular books Yoga Meditations: Timeless Mind-Body Practices for Awakening, 30 Scripts for Relaxation, Imagery and Inner Healing, and Desktop Yoga™.

JACQUELINE MARCELL After Jacqueline's amazing personal caregiving experience, she is dedicated to elder care awareness. Her ingenuity and loving persistence turned around a seemingly impossible situation with her difficult father. Now she is an inspiration to others who want to care for their elderly parents under difficult circumstances. Jacqueline is the author of Elder Rage and has made numerous media appearances, including "Good Morning America."

JACKIE MAYER Jacquelyn Mayer Townsend earned the title of Miss America in 1963. For a year, she traveled the country and gave speeches. Just six years later, now married with two children, Jackie had a stroke. A healthy and strong woman, she woke up one morning unable to speak or move. After the hard work of her own recovery, and now a rehab consultant for her local hospital, Jackie says "I believe that God had a plan for me— to get better and then to go out and help other people, not only stroke survivors, but anyone that I could touch." Jackie has won numerous awards for her work, and is a founding board member of the National Stroke Association.

BARBARA McAFEE Barbara McAfee is a successful recording artist and motivational speaker, who attracts a large following with her concerts and workshops. In her presentations, Barbara uses song, poetry, and storytelling to educate both mind and heart about full-spectrum wellness. She is a fresh new voice in great demand nationally. A health clinic in Illinois said that Barbara gave a “super performance” at their annual Women's Health Fair. The review continued: “...singing, poetry, storytelling, humor and tears—’the whole enchilada.’ We really enjoyed her.”

PAUL E. McGHEE, PhD Paul McGhee is a rare individual. He is one of the few people in the world to have earned a PhD degree in Laughter! His research and study of the literature shows that laughter, which is different from humor, keeps us healthy and contributes to a longer life—not to mention the benefits of feeling better, performing at a higher level, and helping those around us. Dr. McGhee goes beyond making his audiences laugh (and even his video will crack you up); he explains from a scientific perspective how laughter really works. He is the author of eleven books, including The Laughter Remedy: Health, Healing, and the Amuse System.

LEWIS MEHL-MADRONA, MD, PhD Author of Coyote Medicine, Dr. Mehl-Madrona draws upon his Native American background to present a model of healing that is holistic, humanistic, and scientifically grounded. A family physician and psychiatrist, he has worked many hours in rural emergency rooms. He is on the front lines in the struggle to integrate his traditional Cherokee and Lakota heritage with modern medicine. In his words, "To be healed, we need to believe in the possibility of healing, and in a greater world, and in higher powers than our own...We cannot live without spirit."

LAUVE METCALFE As an international program consultant and speaker, Lauve Metcalfe motivates and trains her participants on behavior change and healthy living. Lauve creates an atmosphere of energy and excitement in her talks as she provides a wealth of practical information and creative ideas to make people and programs successful. Lauve has over 15 years of experience developing and implementing employee health promotion and consumer awareness programs at Campbell Soup Company, United Technologies, and Canyon Ranch Health Resort. Lauve is former president of the Association for Worksite Health Promotion and has served on the President's Council of Physical Fitness and Sports.

MOLLY METTLER, MSW Senior vice president of Healthwise, Inc., one of the nation’s leading developers of health promotion and health education programs and materials. Mettler is also past chair of the National Council on the Aging. She is known for her engaging presentation style and delightful ability to inject a dash of humor into the weighty circumstances surrounding health care in the 21st century. Her expertise: information therapy, vital aging, self-care, patient-centered care, consumer-directed plans, and wellness. Her positive spirit motivates not only seniors, but inspires all of us.

DR. WILL MILLER Our modern American culture is fast-paced and ever-changing, causing ongoing stress in many areas of our lives. It is a well-established fact that change, any change, causes stress. In the workplace, this byproduct of our quest for success is played out in many ways: absenteeism, high turnover, decreased productivity and overall job dissatisfaction, to name a few.  Ultimately, these factors negatively impact the bottom line. Dr. Will Miller delivers a unique message of how our connections to others provide a potent source of strength in achieving life balance. His book, Refrigerator Rights, is based on 14 years of social science research in the area of culture and interpersonal relationships. His aim is to show the connection between our loss of intimacy with people in our lives and the stress and disconnection that we feel in everyday life. Dr. Miller presents his inspirational message with the expertise that includes years of study and experience as well as humor. His authority of four graduate degrees and years of experience as a therapist and teacher assure his credibility as a speaker. His 15 year background in stand-up comedy, headlining at comedy clubs and working as an opening act for many celebrities, assures his gifted ability to entertain.

Dr. Will Miller is a popular speaker in the corporate world, most recently speaking to Microsoft, IBM, Citi Group, Prudential and Merrill Lynch.   He currently teaches a class in Communications at Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana. If you are looking for someone who will energetically and humorously guide your organization from change through stress to a solution, Dr. Will Miller is the speaker who will give your audience something to truly take away.

MARY MISCISIN, MS Showing Our True Colors! This is just one of Mary Miscisin's "Positive Communication" presentations - all of which are uplifting, humorous and motivating. Mary says that your attitude affects everything you say, do and experience. It can mean the difference between feeling drained and frustrated, or energized and motivated. Learn to deal more effectively with everyday challenges, improve interactions with others and enhance the way you embrace life. With a masters degree in health education wellness management, for years Mary coordinated wellness programs for over 30 different school districts throughout northern California.

LESLIE MOUTON "Leslie's Story: A Diary of Breast Cancer." Leslie Mouton captured the national spotlight when she anchored her local TV newscast completely bald, a side effect of the chemotherapy treatments she had undergone to treat her cancer. Her appearance without her custom-made wig was the climax of updates on her condition to her viewers. She says that her experience has helped her grow spiritually, emotionally, and physically. An inspiring, dynamic speaker, Leslie has received the American Cancer Society Media Award and the Congressional Families Action for Cancer Awareness Award.

CAROLINE MYSS, PhD Author of the New York Times bestsellers Anatomy of the Spirit and Why People Don’t Heal and How They Can. With degrees in journalism and theology, Caroline Myss holds a doctorate in “intuition and energy medicine” from Greenwich University in Hilo, Hawaii. In 1997, Myss and her work were featured in two hour-long shows on PBS-TV.

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