I am a “THINspirational Speaker” because I started speaking professionally after losing 70 pounds in 1994. I now help people and organizations deal with personal and professional challenges and celebrate the successes of overcoming them.

I am the past president of the northern California chapter of the National Speakers Association, a syndicated newspaper columnist, author of three books, a wellness coach and consultant, and the founder and publisher of Two Words Magazine: a motivational publication dedicated to hope, inspiration, and change from a simple phrase.

My writing and presentations have been described as a cross between “business 101, group therapy, and a southern revival.” In order to get the most out of them, you need to put your left-brain on hold, and — although part of what I do is help people lose weight — I am not a “food cop.” Please, should we ever meet, do not monitor what I eat and I will not watch you – however I might be willing to consult with you in exchange for French fries or chocolate.