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Entrepreneurship

Wally Amos , California USA

Wally Amos is credited with being the father of the gourmet cookie industry. He opened his first Famous Amos store on Sunset Boulevard in 1975. By 1985, sales had grown to more than $10 million. However, adverse financial results forced Amos to relinquish ownership. Turning adversity into opportunity, he launched a new venture, The Uncle Nonamé Company, featuring fat-free gourmet muffins. He is the author of several popular books including Man With No Name Turns Lemons into Lemonade, The Power in You, and his latest book, Watermelon Magic. An inspiring public speaker, Amos shares his insights on managing change and overcoming adversity. He also addresses audiences on the topics of adult illiteracy and school dropout prevention.
Phone: 415-861-1700 --- E-mail: Speakers@Speaking.com

Bill Bartmann , Arizona USA

Bill Bartmann has been called “The Billionaire Nobody Knows” by the Wall Street Journal. He has created 7 successful businesses in 7 different industries. He's been inducted into the Entrepreneurs Hall of Fame and his expertise has been featured in Forbes, Fortune, Business Week, and many other publications. He has helped thousands of people start and fund their own successful businesses. He has also helped thousands of people improve their employment situation. He has shown people who were earning $20,000 - $40,000 - $60,000 and $80,000 how to increase their salary – in some cases to a million dollars a year. Unlike many self claimed success "experts", Bill have seen the face of dismal failure and seen the face of great success. This makes me uniquely qualified to teach you how to overcome failure and achieve wild success in any endeavor in your life.
Phone: 415-861-1700 --- E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com

Ira Blumenthal , Georgia USA

Considered a business "Renaissance Man," Ira Blumenthal is president of CO-OPPORTUNITIES, Inc., an Atlanta based business development company that has counseled clients such as Coca-Cola, Nestle, Exxon, Wal-Mart, McDonald's, United Artists, Delta Airlines, Kroger, Home Depot, and others ... a celebrated writer and the recipient of the coveted "George Washington Honor Medal" for literary excellence ... a high-content public speaker who annually delivers over 100 keynotes around the world on topics related to business development, such as Strategic Alliances, Change, Brands & Branding and Business Development.
Phone: 415-861-1700 --- E-mail: Speakers@Speaking.com

Mark Breier , California USA

Mark Breier advises companies on how to "Act Fast, Act Smart" for success in today's fast- paced business world. An experienced and popular public speaker who combines provocative commentary and anecdotal humor, Mark has seen and experienced all perspectives of management's critical role in helping a company grow and successfuly transitioned itself from traditional business to the New World Economy. Breier's unique management and technology insights make him one of the most sought after authorities in developing fast strategies for fast success in todays' fast moving business.
Phone: 415-861-1700 --- E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com

Adrianne Calvo , Florida USA

Adrianne Marie Calvo author of Maximum Flavor, the cookbook and CEO of Terra Dolci Corporation was born in Chicago Illinois and and then moved to Miami Florida. Adrianne began her culinary business ventures at the age of twelve by baking chocolate chip cookies and selling them at school. Her business took off as she was making $200/weekly selling cookies...until she was caught! By the age of sixteen, Adrianne was voted top ten up and coming chefs in the state of Florida and was the youngest president of FCCLA. At seventeen, she was voted top ten up and coming chefs in the United States. That year, Adrianne competes in a National Pastry Competition held by Johnson and Wales University and gets the Bronze without any formal training.
Phone: 415-861-1700 --- E-mail: speakers@speaking.com

Bill Clement , Pennsylvania USA

Bill Clement is a former National Hockey League All-Star who played 11 years in the NHL with Philadelphia (Broad Street Bullies), Washington, and Calgary and has been the face & the voice of nationally televised hockey since 1986. He is also a successful actor, entrepreneur and speaker. His many post-playing accomplishments have been an outgrowth of the financial and emotional ruin he incurred during his first post-hockey venture into the real world.
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Barbara Corcoran , New York USA

According to CNN, Barbara Corcoran is "the most sought after broker" in New York City and is considered one of the most powerful brokers in the country. Barbara's amazing rise to the top has become the stuff of legend and inspiration. Barbara grew up in Edgewater, NJ, in a family of ten kids. Her credentials include straight D's in high school and college as well as an honorary doctorate from Marymount College.
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Pat Croce , Pennslyvania USA

Energetic, enigmatic and explosive, Pat Croce shows audiences that we all have the power to help one another, including ourselves. From rowdy kid to physical therapist to entrepreneur, as owner of the Philadelphia 76ers, and now as an NBA commentator on NBC - he knows that reasons for failure are everywhere, except for one place - your mirror.
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Robin Crow , Tennessee USA

Robin's lessons of leadership comes from hard-won, first-hand, bone-crushing experience. This is how he has led his company, Dark Horse Recording, to one of the most prominent recording complexes in the world. It has become home to stars like Neil Diamond, Faith Hill, The Judds, Jewel, Michael W. Smith, Alison Krauss and countless others.
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Roxanne Emmerich , California USA

Roxanne is the CEO of The Emmerich Group, whose client list includes the top-performing financial services firms in the country—and those that are wildly committed to being on that list. One of her previous books, Profit-Growth Banking, has been repeatedly referred to as the “bible of successful banking.” As a result of her record-breaking careers in both banking and brokerage, she was regularly asked to share her strategies with colleagues at industry conferences. Years later, Sales and Marketing Management magazine named her one of the twelve most requested speakers in the nation for her ability to create immediate and profound transformations. Her unique approach blends kick-butt marketing, enlightened, no-excuses leadership development, profit-rich sales strategies, and iron-clad templates and systems. She presents this mixture to leaders, then teaches them how to create “employees on fire.” The result? CEO's say, “It’s a miracle.”
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Russell Francis , Hawaii USA

3-time NFL Pro Bowler and Super Bowl Champion with the San Francisco 49ers, Russ was drafted in the first round of the 1975 NFL Draft by the New England>Patriots, the same year he was named Rookie of the Year. A premier Tight End of the 1970's and 1980's, Russ has experienced a 28 year career in broadcasting and entrepreneurship of various businesses across the United States (real estate, retail and communications industries).
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Mike Frank, CSP, CPAE , Ohio USA

Primary area of training is in sales skills, sales management skills, customer service skills, speaking skills.
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Michael Gerber , California USA

Business visionary, entrepreneur, author and Chairman of E-Myth Worldwide, Michael Gerber has delivered his compelling and pragmatic message to business audiences throughout the world. As thousands of business owners, managers, and entrepreneurs can attest, the message works. Gerber's "E-Myth Point of View provides people typically enslaved by a business with a way out of what he calls the "tyranny of routine" and shows them how to build a flourishing, exciting, innovative business. He is the author of three highly acclaimed books: The E-Myth: Why Most Small Businesses Don't Work And What To Do About It; The Power Point; and The E-Myth Revisited.
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Doug Hall , Ohio USA

America's #1 Idea Guru (According to Inc. Magazine, A&E Top 10 and CIO Magazine.) Long before finding acclaim as the former "truth teller" judge on ABC's American Inventor," Doug began his inventing career at age 12, inventing and selling a line of magic and juggling kits. After earning a chemical engineering degree from the University of Maine he joined Procter & Gamble where he rose to the rank of Master Marketing Inventor - inventing and shipping a record 9 innovations in 12 months. Doug's the founder and CEO of the Eureka! Ranch located in Cincinnati with offices in London UK and Monterrey, Mexico. The Ranch is an "invention & research think tank" that specializes in igniting bold thinking on new products and services for corporate clients such as American Express, Ford, Nike and Walt Disney. It seems to work - the Ranch has a world-class 88% client repeat rate and survey's indicate the average American home uses 18 products or services that Doug and his team have invented or reinvented.
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Jason Hartman , California USA

Jason is recognized as one of America's foremost experts on personal branding and has received numerous awards for sales excellence. Since 1987, he has repeatedly ranked in the top one percent of U.S. sales and marketing professionals. In addition to sharing his success techniques through his writings and by speaking to audiences around the world, Jason's "clients for life" marketing methods will enable you to succeed in any economic climate.
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George Hedley , California USA

George Hedley uses energy and high content mixed with humor to help you and your organization achieve your goals. George founded and built his company from $0 to $50 million in only seven years! For this accomplishment, he received the national award, "Entrepreneur of the Year" from Inc. Magazine. In his programs, George emphasizes leadership, managing, and the "Business Success Blueprint" ... focusing on priorities that really count, developing long-term repeat customers, creating management systems that guarantee consistent performance and continuous improvement.
Phone: 415-861-1700 --- E-mail: Speakers@Speaking.com

Gary Hoover , Texas USA

Gary Hoover may know more about your company than you do. Founder of Hoover's Inc. and BOOKSTOP Superstores (the cornerstone for Barnes & Noble Superstores) this gifted visionary and entrepreneur has done it all. From Wall Street analyst to head of Strategic Planning and Acquisitions for May department stores, Hoover has worked for, started, and studied great companies for more than 30 years. Hoover's high impact message Leadership in the 21st Century encourages people to step back and look at the big picture.
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Terry Jones , California USA

Among the first to recognize the sweeping impact of the Internet, Terry Jones is uniquely qualified to help prepare audiences for their entry into the complex world of online business. The Internet is here to stay, and businesses must adapt or be left behind. As Terry points out, ÒThe ride to e-commerce success isnÕt always smooth, but itÕs always educational.Ó In his insightful presentations, Terry shares his strategies and his extraordinary achievements, spurring companies and individuals alike to stretch their limits and their imaginations.
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Kevin Kelly , California USA

International speaker and best selling author, Kevin Kelly unique training cocktail of storytelling, dancing and integration has already thrilled and inspired thousands worldwide. The stories are drawn from his amazing experiences around the world both inside and outside corporate structures. Challenging himself to writing a best seller though handicapped by a poor academic record in English; Begging in Melbourne, Meeting terrorism face to face in Israel, Walking away from a lucrative career to follow his bliss, Geometrically increasing the turnovers of many companies are but a selection of his stories. Entertaining, charismatic and results driven, Kevin proves he walks the path of his own philosophies. Considered "the new authority on compelling communication skills" by critics you can expect your audience to be stirred and shaken into action.
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Christopher Knight , CA USA

Once and forever a Brady! Christopher Knight met life as a child actor, starring as Peter Brady in the Brady Bunch, a baby boomer phenomenon seemingly bigger by the year. A reluctant icon, Christopher has focused his adult years on interests beyond the entertainment industry, particularly the corporate world of computers and high technology. Yet, due to the omnipresent and flourishing legacy of all things Brady, Christopher’s successful endeavors beyond show business exist in peaceful subordination to his portrayal of Peter and his arguably estimable contribution to American pop culture. Ironically, the more success Christopher achieves in the corporate arena the more that success is shared with his other more public persona of Peter. Evidently, being a Brady is inescapable and apparently ageless. So in an act of self-unification, Christopher is returning to his entertainment roots and is seriously exploring his options as an actor, host, spokesperson and erstwhile entertainment figure.
Phone: 415-861-1700 --- E-mail: speakers@Speaking.com

Ed Lewis , New York USA

As chairman and CEO of Essence Communications Inc., a diversified, multi-million dollar corporation, Edward Lewis heads one of the most successful and diverse African American-owned communications companies in the U.S. His rise to prominence began in 1969 when he co-founded Essence magazine with Clarence O. Smith. Essence has evolved into one of the leading lifestyle magazines for African American women, with a paid circulation of one million and a readership of 7.5 million.
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Harvey Mackay , Minnesota USA

 Pepsi Cola Company
"Phenomenal! Superb! Harvey Mackay stunned the audience with his keen understanding of the feel and pulse of our business. Mackay effortlessly proved he knew our industry inside and out, and then just shot their lights out! Truly a one-of-a-kind speaker"

Sun Microsystems
"Right on target; a bull's eye-the most successful sales meeting we've ever held."

IBM
"Outstanding," "terrific" and "encore" were just a few of the comments made-you crafted a personal message to our clients and it came across loud and clear."

The Learning Annex
"I've produced more than 10,000 seminars. You're the best in the business-the Joe DiMaggio of
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Charles Mann , Washington D.C. USA

Charles Mann entered the National Football League in 1983, his number one goal was to earn respect from his peers. Though Charles led the Big Sky Conference with 14 sacks in his senior year of college, was voted the Most Valuable Defensive Lineman in 1981 and 1982, and a Division 1-AA All American, he knew those accomplishments were only good enough to get him in the NFL.
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Gene Marks , Pennsylvania USA

A best selling author of small business books, national “Penny Pincher’s Almanac” columnist for American City Business Journals and popular speaker, Gene has helped thousands of business owners increase the profitability of their companies with his no nonsense penny pinching advice.
Phone: 415-861-1700 --- E-mail: speakers@speaking.com

Mark Mayberry , Georgia USA

From zero to $7 million in sales in less than five years – that’s what Mark Mayberry did for Fashion Connection. Mark understands the driving forces that build profitable companies. Now his revolutionary tactics are energizing companies of all sizes in a wide variety of industries. His keynotes and workshops are fun, and his message inspires your audience and encourages them to implement his innovative strategies. Mark has "been there, done that." Your audience will learn achievable techniques, with examples from his hands-on experience, and from his Fortune 500 and entrepreneurial clients.
Phone: 415-861-1700 --- E-mail: Speakers@Speaking.com

Dean Meyer , Connecticut USA

Whether facilitating a group of senior managers in participative organizational redesign, writing a magazine article challenging popular thinking, or addressing top executives on the science of leadership, Dean Meyer presents, in his own inimitable, high-bandwidth style, practical solutions to tough and elusive leadership problems.
Phone: 415-861-1700 --- E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com

LuAn Mitchell-Halter , California USA

Number one woman entrepreneur in Canada, LuAn Mitchell is recognized as one of the leading female entrepreneurs in the world. She has been the helm of Mitchell's Gourmet Foods Inc., one of Canada's largest pork and food processors, since October, 1998.
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Barry Moltz , Illinois USA

Barry J. Moltz has been running small businesses with a great deal of success and failure for 15 years. He co-founded Prairie Angels which invests in local seed stage companies. Barry also is on the Advisory Board of the Angel Capital Association which is the national professional alliance of angel groups. It is sponsored by the Kauffman Foundation. His book, “You Need to Be A Little Crazy: The Truth about Starting and Growing Your Business” describes the crazy ups and downs and emotional trials of running a business. It is in its fourth reprint and has been translated into Chinese, Russian, Korean and Thai.
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Peter Montoya , California USA

Peter Montoya is the author of The Personal Branding Phenomenon and the publisher of Personal Branding Magazine . His previous book, The Brand Called You, has become a landmark in this relatively new discipline. As founder and president of Peter Montoya Inc., the only advertising agency specializing in Personal Branding, Peter and his staff help people use their Personal Brands to rise to new professional heights. He delivers more than 100 speeches each year and spends half the year on the road interfacing with clients.
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Blake Mycoskie , California USA

With just a small daily journal in his pocket and a humble entrepreneurial past, Blake Mycoskie traveled to Argentina not knowing that in less then a year he would be at the helm of a company that would take the country by storm. He has been recently featured in Time Magazine, Vogue, and the LA Times for his innovative approach to business and service.
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Paul Orfalea , California USA

Paul Orfalea describes himself as ?a hyperactive dyslexic who failed two grades, opened a small copy shop called Kinko?s in 1970 and turned it into a $2 billion-a-year company, while barely being able to read, write, or sit still through a business meeting.? Paul Orfalea molded a compassionate, unconventional, partner-driven culture that allowed Kinko?s to thrive and made it, according to Fortune, Forbes, and Mother Jones, ?one of the best places to work in America.? Forbes, People, and Fortune magazines, along with The New York Times, profiled Paul Orfalea as one of several prominent leaders who overcame dyslexia and went on to have an illustrious career. His rise through the business world was sparked by a belief in the power of entrepreneurship and a strong commitment to customer relationships and corporate responsibility.
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John Peterman , New York USA

“J. Peterman” is a name known to more than 40 million Americans, thanks to the witty, entertaining “Owner’s Manual” mail-order catalog, hailed as “the stuff of literature” (New York Times Magazine), and regular appearances of a J. Peterman character on the popular TV comedy, Seinfeld.
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Bill Rancic , Illinois USA

Bill Rancic is one of the worlds' youngest and most successful entrepreneurs. Award winning TV personality, financial correspondent and best selling author, Bill regularly lends advice to everyone from Donald Trump to the local professional with a dream and an idea. And he does it with style and sophistication. In addition to regularly appearing in The Board Room on the popular NBC prime time show "The Apprentice". Bill has been a premier guest on NBCs Today Show, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, CNBC and quoted in every major national and daily newspaper outlet.
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John Haskell - Dr. Revenue , California USA

Dynamic programs based on real world experience of a true entrepreneur. Dr. Revenue® teaches business planning in the Business Expansion Network at the University of Southern California. He speaks for groups like Inc. Magazine, Key Bank, UPS, Los Angeles Times Small Business Strategies Conference--he is regarded as one of the most exciting speakers on all aspects of entrepreneurship
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Gene Siciliano, CMC , California USA

Gene has developed a 12-module series of corporate seminars called "The Financial Management Series", devoted to teaching financial management skills to the non-financial executives on the management team. This thorough, step-by-step course guides business professionals to a thorough understanding of the key building blocks of finance, such as financial statements, business financing options, strategic & operating planning and budgets, so that they can better fulfill their planning and financial management responsibilities for the company.
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Bobbie Staten, RN, MPH, CSP , Nortth Carolina USA

Bobbie is a funny, funny lady. A rare talent with spontaneous, creative, contagious humor. She delivers clean, original material that leaves the participants laughing, thinking, reflecting, and growing. Her timing is superb; her message upbeat; her style, entertaining.
Phone: 415-861-1700 --- E-mail: Speakers@Speaking.com

Donald Trump , New York USA

Donald Trump started his business career in an office he shared with his father in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn, New York. In New York City, the Trump signature is synonymous with the most prestigious of addresses. Among them are the world-renowned Fifth Avenue skyscraper, Trump, and the luxury residential buildings, Trump Parc, Trump Palace, Trump Plaza, 610 Park Avenue, The Trump World Tower and Trump Park Avenue. Over the years, Mr. Trump has owned and sold many great buildings in New York including the Plaza Hotel, the St. Moritz and recently, the land under the Empire State Building.
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Colin Turner , Monaco European Union

Described by Time ‘as a leading authority on business, lifestyle & management’ Colin Turner is the author of 15 books - renown for offering thought-provoking concepts in a practical format and published in 33 languages - including Japan’s No. 1: Born to Succeed.
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Sam Tyler , California USA

Sam's presentations are effective because they show real people in actual business situations working on issues common to every manager... teamwork, productivity, customer service, strategic focus, innovation and more. He is admired for his ability to combine insightful talk and broadcast quality film to create a rivting, memorable event.
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Lillian Vernon , New York USA

Lillian Vernon is one of America's most accomplished and well-known leaders in the catalog and retail industries. She is a pioneer, blazing trails for women in a field once dominated by men. Her achievements rank with those of mail order leaders Richard Sears and A. Montgomery Ward.
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Phil Wexler , California USA

Phil Wexler worked his way through college as a salesman by day and an entertainer by night. After several years in the burglar alarm business, Phil realized that there had to be a better, more professional way to sell than the old hard sell methods he had been taught. Thus, the book hailed as the best sales book of the times, Non-Manipulative Selling, was developed and Phil, along with his co-author, became full time professional speakers.
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Desi Williamson , California USA

You’ll be a star when you invite Desi to speak at your next event! His fast-paced programs, customized for your organization, inspire individuals to take action -- and give them the tools they need to do so. With Desi, you’ll get a fun, energetic program filled with content. And best of all, your organization will see an immediate increase in productivity! His high-impact programs are based on 20 years on the front line in sales, management and marketing; building multi-million dollar businesses; managing multi-million dollar budgets; and developing people potential at powerhouse corporations such as Johnson & Johnson, Johnson Wax, Rain Bird Sprinkler Manufacturing, and PepsiCo.
Phone: 415-861-1700 --- E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com

Jim Ziegler, CSP , Georgia USA

Jim Ziegler is a product of his own success. He helps organizations discover the power of leveraging relationships into increased sales and profits! Through programs, articles, books, interviews and videos, Jim combines his personal story with "the pillars of prosperity" that have made him a success. Jim Ziegler knows success!
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