Meet Antonia LoVerso
Content Consultant for Financial Services, Technology & Canada
Antonia has a Bachelors of Commerce degree from the University of Alberta, with a major in marketing. Antonia worked in event planning at Concordia University College of Alberta, where she was on the flip side of the meeting planning process. The speaking industry combines some of Antonia's favorite things: entertainment, wisdom, and interesting people. She specializes with ISB's Canadian clients as well as the technology and financial industries.
Antonia began her consulting career in ISB's Canadian office, stayed there for a little over a year, and then moved to Dallas to work at the head office where she has been the past 4 years. She has worked with a variety of corporate and non-profit clients and has booked countless speakers, entertainers and celebrities, including some of the foremost thought leaders and motivators of our time, such as Lance Armstrong, John Kotter and Steve Wozniak.
Favorite Talent: Steve Wozniak, Muhammad Yunus & Bob Arno
![](javascript:doChangeImage('team_img','team/amyt.jpg','<h2 class="team">Meet Amy Taylor<br/><span>Event Coordinator</span></h2>Amy is a small town girl from Wichita Falls, Texas. She graduated from Midwestern State University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Mass Communication and a minor in Broadcast Journalism in May 2007. During her four years at MSU, Amy was a reporter and producer for the university\'s weekly newscast, interned at a local television station, and directed/edited a documentary film. <br><br>After graduating, it didn\'t take long for her to make the move to the big city of Dallas and join the <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/">ISB</a> team. Amy has a passion for current events and pop culture, so a career in the speaker industry was a perfect fit. She is the event coordinator for Renee Strom, Vice President, and Seamus Collins, Vice President. <br><p>Favorite Talent: <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-739T4X/Joseph_Jaffe/">Joseph Jaffe</a>, Sir Ken Robinson, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/Celebrity_Speaker/ISBB-553S83/Suze_Orman/">Suze Orman</a>');)
![](javascript:doChangeImage('team_img','team/AntoniaL.jpg','<h2 class="team">Meet Antonia LoVerso<br/><span>Content Consultant for Financial Services, Technology & Canada</span></h2>Antonia has a Bachelors of Commerce degree from the University of Alberta, with a major in marketing. Antonia worked in event planning at Concordia University College of Alberta, where she was on the flip side of the meeting planning process. <br><br>The speaking industry combines some of Antonia\'s favorite things: <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/subtopics/Entertainment/">entertainment</a>, wisdom, and interesting people. She specializes with <a href="http://internationalspeakers.com">ISB</a>\'s Canadian clients as well as the technology and financial industries. <br><br>Antonia began her consulting career in <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com">ISB</a>\'s Canadian office, stayed there for a little over a year, and then moved to Dallas to work at the head office where she has been the past 4 years. She has worked with a variety of corporate and non-profit clients and has booked countless speakers, entertainers and <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/subtopics/Celebrity/">celebrities</a>, including some of the foremost thought leaders and motivators of our time, such as <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-553FEY/Lance_Armstrong/">Lance Armstrong</a>, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-553CTL/John_kotter">John Kotter</a> and <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-6KVM57/Steve_Wozniak/">Steve Wozniak</a>.</p><br><p>Favorite Talent: <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-6KVM57/Steve_Wozniak/">Steve Wozniak</a>, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-553KWL/Dr._Muhammad_Yunus/">Muhammad Yunus</a> & <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-6NAUDE/Bob_Arno/">Bob Arno</a>');)
![](javascript:doChangeImage('team_img','team/catherineh.jpg','<h2 class="team">Meet Catherine Holt<br/><span>Accounting Department</span></h2>As part of the Accounting Department, Catherine joins <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/">ISB</a> with extensive background and experience as an accountant. Her accounting background has been with several different types of industries which includes Sports Marketing, Architectural, Radio, Golf Management and Information Technologies. Her formal schooling was in Nursing but soon found that finance was of greater interest.<br><br>Favorite Talent: <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-553TXS/Vince_Poscente/">Vince Poscente</a>, Leo Buscaglia and <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-69MNAH/Anderson_Cooper/">Anderson Cooper</a>');)
![](javascript:doChangeImage('team_img','team/ceceliagb.jpg','<h2 class="team">Meet Cecilia Garcia-Blizzard <br/><span>Event Coordinator</span></h2>Cecilia is in the process of completing a double major in Philosophy and French at the University of Dallas where she received scholarships and distinctions for creative writing and French. She was born in Mexico City and lived for several years in San Juan, Puerto Rico before making Dallas, Texas her home. <br><br>She speaks fluent Spanish and French and is proficient in both German and Italian- skills which have served her well in her personal and professional ventures around Latin America and Europe. Her hobbies include writing, printmaking and avid film collecting. <br><br>Cecilia is an event coordinator for Richard Barcham and Tamsen Reed<br><br>Favorite Talent: <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-68RSZZ/Barbara_Guggenheim/">Barbara Guggenheim</a>, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-553SZ7/Tim_Sanders/">Tim Sanders</a> and <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-5VSTHH/Janine_Turner/">Janine Turner</a>');)
![](javascript:doChangeImage('team_img','team/CurtS.jpg','<h2 class="team">Meet Curt Steinhorst<br/><span>Content Consultant for Manufacturing & Technology </span></h2>Curt is a graduate of Texas A&M University and was President of his class. He has quickly become one of <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com">ISB</a>\'s top producing consultants. While experienced working with a broad spectrum of clients, he specializes in IT, pharmaceutical, and manufacturing. He\'s worked with clients of every size, providing a diverse range of talent - both the biggest names and very specific subject matter experts; from the likes of <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-5538WU/Sir_George_Martin/">George Martin</a>, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-55325P/Bob_Dole/">Bob Dole</a>, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/Celebrity_Speaker/ISBB-552VKM/Ben_Stein/">Ben Stein</a>, and <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-553CGA/Joe_Torre/">Joe Torre</a> to experts in <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/subtopics/Change+Management/">change</a>, economics, and <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/globalization_speakers/">globalization</a>. <br><br>Curt\'s passion stems from his love for people and desire to see them successful. Curt\'s clients consistently express their enjoyment in working with him because of his lighthearted sense of humor and his attentiveness to every detail of their event. <br><br>Favorite Talent: <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-5TWRGE/Kevin_Carroll/">Kevin Carroll</a>, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-553KWL/Dr._Muhammad_Yunus/">Muhammad Yunus</a>, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-6NAUDE/Bob_Arno/">Bob Arno</a> & <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-5532TR/Bryan_Flanagan/">Bryan Flanagan</a><br><br>First booking: <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-5TQLTL/Dr._David_Shore/">Dr. David Shore</a><br>');)
![](javascript:doChangeImage('team_img','team/DarrinP.jpg','<h2 class="team">Meet Darrin Powell<br/><span>Vice President</span></h2>Based in Dallas TX, Darrin serves as Vice President of International Speakers Bureau. Darrin was born, raised and educated in Texas. <br><br>Now in his 10th year with ISB, Darrin is heavily involved in the development of ISB\'s <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/search.asp?st=Celebrity&op=0&t=Celebrities%2FEntertainers&type=t">celebrity</a> and <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/search.asp?st=Bands%2FMusicians%2FSingers&st=Entertainment&op=0&t=Celebrities%2FEntertainers&type=t">entertainment</a> division.<br><br>Darrin has over 15 years of <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/subtopics/International+Business/">international sales</a>, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/subtopics/Marketing/">marketing</a> and <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/subtopics/Customer+Loyalty/">customer relations management</a> experience. He has spearheaded sales and marketing activities, including product positioning, segment marketing, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/subtopics/Branding/">branding</a>, marketing <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/subtopics/Communication/">communications</a>, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/subtopics/Customer+Loyalty/">customer development</a>, business research, marketing <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/subtopics/Strategy/">strategy</a>, and <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/subtopics/Organizational+Development/">business development</a> activity.<br><br>Darrin is married and has 3 young children. Outside of work, Darrin spends as much time as possible with his family. He enjoys <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/subtopics/Comedy/">comedy</a>, road-trips, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/search.asp?st=Bands%2FMusicians%2FSingers&op=0">music</a> and <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/sports_speakers/">sports<br><br><br>');)
![](javascript:doChangeImage('team_img','team/DavidA.jpg','<h2 class="team">Meet David Anderson<br/><span>Content Consultant for Retail, Multi-Level Marketing & Associations </span></h2>David has a varied and extensive educational background, thus giving him a unique perspective when providing event solutions for <a href="http://internationalspeakers.com">ISB</a> clients. He holds degrees from Millikin University (B.A.) and the University of North Texas (M.M.). While at UNT, he was a long standing member of the world-renowned One O\'Clock Lab Band and held the distinguished position of Lead Trumpet for over three years. <br><br>David joined <a href="http://internationalspeakers.com">ISB</a> after his client and now coworker informed him of the many opportunities ISB brings to the speaking world. David\'s area of expertise is helping Associations, Franchise Groups and Retail Organizations find content for their meetings and events, from regional sales meetings to massive annual celebrations. <br><br>Favorite Talent: <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-553CUV/Dr._John_Maxwell/">Dr. John Maxwell</a>, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-553A59/Jack_Canfield/">Jack Canfield</a>, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-553HVK/Mark_Victor_Hansen/">Mark Victor Hansen</a><br><br>First booking: <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-5539LK/Harvey_Mackay/">Harvey Mackay</a><br>');)
![](javascript:doChangeImage('team_img','team/EmilyB.jpg','<h2 class="team">Meet Emily Boyd<br/><span>Content Consultant for Financial Services & Manufacturing </span></h2>Emily, a native Texan, attended both Baylor University and the University of Texas at Arlington before receiving her BA in Sociology. She comes to<a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/"> ISB</a> from the event planning industry. She lived and worked in the UK for three years, consulting with Boards of Directors in the banking industry before moving back to Dallas to work with <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/ypo/">Young Presidents\' Organization</a>. She worked for <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/ypo/">YPO</a></a> in the events division and has literally traveled the world with her career. She left <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/ypo/">YPO</a> to become Vice President of a student travel company before opening her own company, Odyssey International, in the late 90\'s. <br><br>Emily brings to ISB extensive knowledge in the Finance, Real Estate and Manufacturing Industries working with clients on their meetings and special events.<br><br>Favorite Talent: <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-553N3Y/Ram_Charan">Ram Charan</a>, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-553D66/Jonas_Ridderstrale">Jonas Ridderstrale</a> and Mike Huckabee <br><br>First booking: Patrick Dixon <br><br>');)
![](javascript:doChangeImage('team_img','team/EmilyC.jpg','<h2 class="team">Meet Emily Caster<br/><span>Event Coordinator </span></h2>Emily attended Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas, and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication Studies and a minor in Studio Art in May, 2005. <br><br>In 2006, she moved to Dallas from Austin, where she was the Production Coordinator for an organizational development /corporate <a href="http://isbworldwide.com/">training</a> company. Since joining ISB, Emily has become the event coordinator to <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/">ISB</a>\'s <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/subtopics/Entertainment/">entertainment</a> division, helping to book <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/subtopics/Celebrity/"><a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/subtopics/Celebrity/">celebrities</a> and <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/subtopics/Bands%2FMusicians%2FSingers/">bands</a> for corporate and private events. <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/">ISB</a>\'s <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/subtopics/Entertainment/">entertainment</a> division consists of Jay Kemp, Darrin Powell, and Lee Hatcher.<br><br>Favorite Talent: <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-65PNEA/Libby_Gill/">Libby Gill</a>, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-6NAUDE/Bob_Arno/">Bob Arno</a>, and <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-6R6LM8/Dr._Gabrielle_Morrissey/">Gabrielle Morrissey</a>.<br><br><br> <br>');)
![](javascript:doChangeImage('team_img','team/JaniceP.jpg','<h2 class="team">Meet Janice Patton<br/><span>Contracts Manager</span></h2>Janice came to ISB from the architecture and design industry focusing on sales, drafting and commercial interior design for salon & spas and retail projects. She has moved quickly through the <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/">ISB</a> ranks from administrative to sales and is now in the contracts department where her attention to detail and rounded knowledge of the industry are well suited. <br><br>Favorite Talent: <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/Celebrity_Speaker/ISBB-553JQC/Dr._Mehmet_Oz/">Dr. Mehmet Oz</a>, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-6F4T88/Ken_chase">Ken Chase</a>, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/Celebrity_Speaker/ISBB-58USGL/Russell_Simmons/">Russell Simmons</a>, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-6ZRP5K/Ed_Begley_Jr./">Ed Begley Jr.</a> and <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-553UHU/Yossi_Ghinsberg/">Yossi Ghinsberg</a>');)
![](javascript:doChangeImage('team_img','team/JayK.jpg','<h2 class="team">Meet Jay Kemp<br/><span>Vice President; Content Consultant for the Entertainment Division</span></h2>Jay Kemp is a 15-year International Speakers Bureau veteran, and one of the original members of the <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/">ISB</a> team. Jay received his degree in Journalism from the University of Oklahoma and has a background in public relations. <br><br>Over the years Jay has gravitated to the <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/subtopics/Entertainment/">entertainment</a> and <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/subtopics/Celebrity/">celebrity</a> side of the business. He finds the thrill and excitement not from meeting or hanging out with <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/subtopics/Celebrity/">celebrities</a> but from getting his clients the most bang for their buck. With his extensive experience in dealing with contracts and negotiation his client\'s comfort level raises immensely during what can be a trying process. <br><br>Favorite Talent: Jay has favorite speakers/entertainers for different categories and price ranges. The real goal in his business is to fill the client\'s speaker/<a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/subtopics/Entertainment/">entertainment</a> needs with the exact perfect talent. <br><br>First "big" booking: Beverly Sills back in the early 90\'s');)
![](javascript:doChangeImage('team_img','team/katharinep.jpg','<h2 class="team">Meet Katharine Putegnat<br/><span>Event Coordinator</span></h2>Katharine graduated from the University of Texas in Austin with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Bachelor of Science in Educational Psychology, along with a Minor in Spanish Studies in 2006. Throughout her studies, she worked as a coach for a competitive cheerleading/gymnastics company, eventually taking over the marketing/advertising division after graduating college. Katharine\'s interest in event coordinating began when she became involved with several service projects such as Mano-a-Mano, Habitat for Humanity, OXFAM Hunger Awareness, and organizing Missionary trips to Mexican pueblos.<br><br>Katharine took a position as an Assistant Director at a private school for 6 months, before she came across the exciting opportunity to move to Dallas and join ISB as an event coordinator in October of 2007. Since then, she has been working with Micheal Powell and David Anderson, specializing in Retail and Multi-Level Marketing industries and coordinating events for International, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/ypo/">YPO</a>, and Membership Organizations. <br><br>Favorite Talent: <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-553NJZ/Sir_Richard_Branson/">Richard Branson</a>, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/Celebrity_Speaker/ISBB-553JQC/Dr._Mehmet_Oz/">Dr. Mehmet Oz</a> and <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-553D5X/Jon_Stewart/">Jon Stewart</a>');)
![](javascript:doChangeImage('team_img','team/larryh.jpg','<h2 class="team">Meet Larry Hinkle<br/><span>Media Director</span></h2>Larry has 20 years experience working in all aspects of communications. He has worked in publishing, advertising, video production and as a talent agent. Being Media Director for ISB allows him to make use of his varied skillset.');)
![](javascript:doChangeImage('team_img','team/laurah.jpg','<h2 class="team">Meet Laura Howard<br/><span>Content Consultant</span></h2>Laura Howard hails from Southern Africa and is a Content Consultants with the ISB Northeast Regional Office located in picturesque Vermont. After graduating from St. Michaels University School in Victoria B.C., she moved to San Luis Obispo and attended Cuesta College where she studied Graphic Communications. <br><br>Life led Laura to the East Coast where she worked for two years at a ski resort and then moved onto the fashion industry as a buyer and merchandiser for four years. Eventually, settling in Vermont, Laura ventured into the corporate world of telecommunications and enjoyed six years of engineering sales where she was fortunate enough to work extensively on the E911 design and deployment for various telecom providers. <br><br>As an avid world traveler, Laura decided to seek out a career opportunity that would incorporate her interests in current events, global perspectives and remarkable people. Laura joined ISB in March 2007 where she delights in her daily interaction with notable thought leaders, sales gurus, motivational speakers, celebrities, best-selling authors, and world athletes. Managing clients in New England and Eastern Canada, Laura will passionately take the time to understand client objectives, identify unique talent options to meet their budget and guide clients though the booking process to help make their event a memorable success! <br>');)
![](javascript:doChangeImage('team_img','team/LeeH.jpg','<h2 class="team">Meet Lee Hatcher<br/><span>Content Consultant for the <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/subtopics/Entertainment/">Entertainment</a> Division</span></h2>Lee is a BBA Cox School of Business graduate from SMU. His past experience has been mostly in wholesale and retail management. Before joining <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/">ISB</a>, Lee was Vice President of Operations and New Store Development for an apparel retail chain for eight years. Prior to this he owned several factory outlet stores and was a franchisee with a national apparel retailer. Lee is part of the <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/subtopics/Entertainment/">entertainment</a> team and primarily focuses on leisure, media and business service industries including production and meeting planners. <br><br>Favorite Talent: <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speaker_info.asp?s=ISBB-553LA8&Spn=Neil_Armstrong&">Neil Armstrong</a>, Bill Cosby, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-5536G4/Dennis_Miller/">Dennis Miller</a>, and <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-553FEY/Lance_Armstrong/">Lance Armstrong</a><br><br>First booking: <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-6DLTNJ/Jim_Murphy/">James Murphy</a> (<a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-552TSH/Afterburners/">Afterburners</a>)<br>');)
![](javascript:doChangeImage('team_img','team/MichealP.jpg','<h2 class="team">Meet Micheal Powell<br/><span>Content Consultant International & <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/ypo/">YPO</a> Liaison</span></h2>Micheal Powell is an International Consultant and <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/ypo/">YPO</a> Liaison at International Speakers Bureau.<br><br>Before moving to <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/">ISB</a> in 2004, Micheal was Vice President of Operations for World Intelligent Network and a venture capital consultant. He is a former Director of Member Networks at <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/ypo/">Young Presidents\' Organization</a> and Marketing Manager for the Inventory of Skills Foundation. Micheal was a Founding Editor at the award winning <em>FW Weekly</em> and a nationally published music and pop culture journalist. He was an intern to U.S. Representative Martin Frost and served in the U.S. Army\'s elite paratrooper corps the 82nd Airborne Division. Micheal brings to <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/">ISB</a> his many years of experience in international operations, executive networking, educational content planning, event and program management, and marketing. He sits on several advisory boards including an arts-in-school advocacy foundation. <br><br>Micheal pursued his Bachelor of Arts Degrees in International Studies and History at the University of Texas at Arlington and The University of Chicago. He is a native Texan, a 15-year Dallas resident and a world traveler who has visited over 30 countries. <br><br>Favorite Talent: <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-553NJZ/Sir_Richard_Branson/">Richard Branson</a>, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-553KWL/Dr._Muhammad_Yunus/">Muhammad Yunus</a>, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-68ZN7K/Michael_Milken">Mike Milken </a> <br><br>First booking: Henry Winkler ');)
![](javascript:doChangeImage('team_img','team/michellep.jpg','<h2 class="team">Meet Michelle Lemmons<br/><span>Chairman and Founder, International Speakers Bureau</span></h2>Michelle Lemmons-Poscente is the Chairman of ISB Global, LLC, a diversified leadership and educational services firm providing organizations worldwide with unparalleled access to the world\'s best thinkers, educational programs, and <a href="http://isbworldwide.com/">corporate training</a> offerings. She is also founder and CEO of its flagship company,<b><a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/"> <strong>International Speakers Bureau</strong></a></b>, a full-service speaker\'s agency specializing in business, contemporary thought leadership, and <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/subtopics/Entertainment/">entertainment</a> headquartered in Dallas, Texas. <br><br><a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/">ISB</a>\'s clientele includes most of the Fortune 500 as well as multinationals, small businesses, governments, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/oncampus/">universities </a>and NGOs around the world. <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/">ISB</a> represents the very <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/new_releases/">best authors</a>, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/oncampus/">academics</a>, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/subtopics/Celebrity/">celebrities</a>, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/subtopics/Entertainment/">entertainers</a>, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/search.asp?st=Baseball&st=Basketball&st=Boxing&st=Coach&st=Commentators&st=Football&st=Golf&st=Gymnastics&st=Hockey&st=Motor+Sports&st=Olympians&st=Skiing&st=Soccer&st=Sports+Broadcaster&st=Tennis&op=0&t=Sports&type=t">sports-figures</a> and subject-matter experts. Its <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/subtopics/International+Business/">international business</a> is growing significantly representing over 20% of total operations. The Company recently opened offices in Dubai, and plans to have a presence in Asia and India by year-end 2008. <br><br>From companies looking to find the right speaker line-up for a upcoming conference to <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/new_releases/">best-selling authors</a> seeking to leverage their brands through productization and greater reach inside organizations, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/">ISB</a> has become a formidable player in connecting and growing leaders. <br><br>Michelle majored in Communications at Southern Methodist University before relocating to Hollywood to work in the film and television industry on programs such as <em>Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous</em>, <em>Star Search</em> and <em>Supermodels of the World</em>. In 1993 she founded <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com">International Speakers Bureau</a> on the cutting-edge of the growing speaking industry, and has never looked back. <br><br>Dubbed as one of the "Top Female-Owned Businesses" in the U.S. by Bank One and recognized as one of the top-managed companies in the United States, <a href="http://youtube.com/watch?v=X82seDtjlnM">winning the Sprint #1 Small Business Award</a> (sweeping the categories Customer Service, Marketing and Innovation), <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/">International Speakers Bureau</a> has become one of the largest and most respected bureaus in the world. <br><br>Recently, Michelle was featured on ABC\'s, <em>The American Inventor,</em> as the Presentation Coach for the top 12 contestants<br><br>Within the past two years the ISB Global family of companies has grown to include a management firm, a corporate training and consulting company, and an event series. <br><br><strong>ISB Management</strong> acts an agency for selected business thought leaders in much the same way CAA does for actors or IMG for sports personalities. The management firm handles about twenty <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/new_releases/">best-selling authors</a> and focuses on developing and commercializing their intellectual property, as well as coordinating their branding and market visibility. <br><br>On the corporate training front, Michelle has joined forces with several industry veterans who have been responsibility for the successful product development, sales and delivery of the offerings of several of the biggest names in the <a href="http://isbworldwide.com/">corporate training</a> market over the past two decade. <b><a href="http://isbworldwide.com/">ISB Worldwide</a></b> provides its clients <a href="http://isbworldwide.com/">best of breed branded training</a> offerings in key business categories such as<a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/subtopics/Leadership/"> leadership</a>,<a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/subtopics/Innovation/"> innovation</a>, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/subtopics/Change+Management/">change</a>, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/subtopics/Strategy/">strategy</a>, communications, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/subtopics/Peak+Performance/">performance managemen</a>t, sales and marketing. <br><br>The third addition to ISB Global is <b><a href="http://www.leadershipshows.com/">Leadership Shows</a></b>, a live leadership event series appearing in fifteen US markets in 2007 and thirty in 2008. The executive team of Leadership Shows team created the speaking platform that elevated many best-selling business authors into "management rock star" status. Since the early 1990\'s, they have produced over one thousand live events in more than forty countries, as well as the Fortune CEO Forum. <br><br>Michelle has held numerous international board positions including Vice Presidents of Education for Young Entrepreneurs\' Organization (YEO) as well as seats on International Association of Speakers Bureaus, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/ypo/">Young President\'s Organization</a> (YPO) TACA Board – a Dallas arts fund-raising organization, The SMU Doak Walker Sports Lecture Series, and Meeting Planners International (MPI) as a Charter member. <br><br>Michelle is married to Canadian Olympic star <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-553TXS/Vince_Poscente/">Vincent Poscente</a> and is the mother of three children.');)
![](javascript:doChangeImage('team_img','team/MichelleH.jpg','<h2 class="team">Meet Michelle Martin<br/><span>Event Coordinator & Marketing Associate</span></h2>Upon completing basic studies in Dallas, Michelle moved to England where she majored in leadership and sociology. Following her studies she began coordinating a high-profile social action and music festival supported by non-profits, churches and the Police and Government in London. Michelle has extensive experience with event planning through her time at the Four Seasons Resort & Club and working with non-profits in the UK. Michelle came to ISB to learn more about corporate event planning and to be a part of a growing global company. <br><br>Michelle is the Event Coordinator for Neal Shiller, Vice President and Telecommunications, International & Financial Services Consultant. She is also a Global Marketing Associate. <br><br>Favorite Talent: Robin Roberts, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-553NJZ/Sir_Richard_Branson/">Richard Branson</a> & <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-553B2B/Jean_Francois/">Jean Francois</a><br><br>');)
![](javascript:doChangeImage('team_img','team/MikeW.jpg','<h2 class="team">Meet Mike Weiner<br/><span>Executive Vice President</span></h2>Graduating with a degree in Finance and minors in International Business and Languages, over the past 20 years Mike has recruited, developed, trained and motivated hundreds of salespeople in multiple industries, including fine jewelry, financial planning, advertising, promotional products and real estate. Over the years he has been fortunate to create close relationships with many of those colleagues and cherishes so many of those that still enrich his life. He is a strong believer in a world of abundance where anything is possible and the future is there for those who invent it! <br><br>Mike has the grand vision of reinventing the way institutions are educated by helping to put meaning and purpose back into the careers of all the people who are a part of the <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/subtopics/Globalization/">global economy</a>. He believes <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/">ISB</a> has the resources to truly have an impact in making this a better world.');)
![](javascript:doChangeImage('team_img','team/NealS.jpg','<h2 class="team">Meet Neal Shiller<br/><span>Vice President; Telecommunications, International & Financial Services Consultant</span></h2>Neal attended the University of Texas and left to pursue a career in commercial real estate. He has been at <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/">ISB</a> since the beginning and is currently enjoying his 15th year with the company. With over a decade of experience under his belt, Neal has developed expertise working with production companies, financial services firms and organizations within the technology sector (including extensive work within the telecom industry). His objective in working with clients is to find out what is most important to them so that he can find creative solutions to the goals of their event.<br><br>Favorite Talent: <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-553LTB/Pat_Croce/">Pat Croce</a>, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-553CCF/Joe_Calloway/">Joe Calloway</a>, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-553HUE/Mark_Sanborn/">Mark Sanborn</a>, and <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-553TXS/Vince_Poscente/">Vince Poscente</a><br><br>First Booking: <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-553SVP/Thomas_Winninger/">Tom Winninger</a> ');)
![](javascript:doChangeImage('team_img','team/PamF.jpg','<h2 class="team">Meet Pamela Fedderson<br/><span>Content Consultant for Healthcare & Associations</span></h2>Pamela Fedderson heads our Northwest office and lives in Portland, Oregon. She received her undergraduate degree from the University of Wisconsin, Madison and her Masters degree from UCLA.<br><br>Pamela is an enthusiastic bibliophile who loves the research and reading involved with the work. Pamela came to <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/">ISB</a> after a 20 year career in the business world marketing both <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/subtopics/Computer+Technology/">computers</a> and training programs. <br><br>Favorite Talent: <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-553TXS/Vince_Poscente/">Vince Poscente</a>, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-58TLM3/Cary_Mullen/">Cary Mullen</a>, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-5YWKSE/Susan_Ershler/">Susan Ershler</a>, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-5XSP2F/Dean_Lindsay/">Dean Lindsay</a>, <a href="http://voicesofdistinction.com/speakers/ISBB-6WDTCS/bio">Mark Thompson</a>, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-553T4W/Todd_Buchholz/">Scott Buchholz</a>, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-553HUE/Mark_Sanborn/">Mark Sanborn</a>, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-64NL98/Zonya_Foco/">Zonya Foco</a><br><br>First booking: David Oliver Relin <br>');)
![](javascript:doChangeImage('team_img','team/patrickf.jpg','<h2 class="team">Meet Patrick Ferguson<br/><span>Vice President, Marketing</span></h2>Patrick comes to ISB as Vice President, Marketing bringing with him 20 years of senior level marketing experience. Prior to<a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/"> ISB</a>, Patrick spent seven years as a National Director of Marketing for ESPN. In his previous experience, Patrick was also Director of Brand Marketing for North American retailer Nevada Bob\'s Golf, as well as Senior Marketing Manager for ICI Explosives. Early in his career, he interned and was a production assistant for <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/subtopics/Entertainment/">entertainment</a> Tonight at Paramount Studios in Hollywood.<br><br>Patrick holds a BS in Marketing from Evangel University in Springfield, MO.<br><br>Favorite Talent: Seth Godin,<a href="http://voicesofdistinction.com/speakers/ISBB-553CTL/bio"> John Kotter</a> and <a href="http://voicesofdistinction.com/speakers/ISBB-553D66/bio">Jonas Ridderstråle</a>');)
![](javascript:doChangeImage('team_img','team/ReneeS.jpg','<h2 class="team">Meet Renee Strom<br/><span>Vice President; Manufacturing, Service & Minnesota Consultant</span></h2>Renee is a Vice President and Senior Content Consultant at International Speakers Bureau. <br /><br>Renee owned The Speakers Bureau in Minneapolis prior to <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/">ISB</a> acquiring the business in 2001. A veteran in the bureau industry since 1981, she has been active in the National Speakers Association, Meeting Professionals International and the International Association of Speakers Bureaus where she contributed to establishing speakers bureaus as a credible source for booking speakers and entertainers. <br><br>Her expertise is in finding the speaker that perfectly fits the criteria given to her by her clients, regardless of the industry or meeting focus. Because of her 27 years of experience in the bureau industry, long-established relationships with speakers and content experts and knowledge of speakers\' areas of expertise, she can quickly align meeting focus with speaker expertise. <br><br>She is passionate about learning and staying on top of the latest trends in business. You\'ll find her reading the latest business books,<em> Fast Company</em>, <em>Harvard Business Review</em>, and surfing the Web to find the latest news impacting her clients. She believes life is what you make of it.....believe it and you create it!<br><br>Favorite Talent: Anyone who has a compelling message with awesome presentation skills!<br><br>First booking: <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-5533QQ/Charlie_Plumb/">Charlie Plumb</a><br><br>');)
![](javascript:doChangeImage('team_img','team/RichardB.jpg','<h2 class="team">Meet Richard Barcham<br/><span>Content Consultant for International (Latin/South America), Energy, & Education </span></h2>Richard was born in Plymouth, England and is proud of his EU citizenship. He was educated in traditional boarding schools and then blossomed at the Universities of Cambridge and Durham where he studied History and Archaeology. He carried out fieldwork on Neolithic settlement patterns in the windswept Shetland Islands and was employed as a professional archaeologist in northern and central England for several years.<br><br>Richard became a tour director and led groups in Canada, Ireland, New England and the United Kingdom. Along the way he met his wife Karen and moved to Texas. He was then hired to work for the oldest travel company in the United States and led a privileged but stressful existence guiding the rich and almost famous around Europe, the Middle East and South America. He helped to blaze trails in countries unfamiliar to most American travelers, including Cuba, Estonia, Romania, Syria and Tunisia.<br><br>Richard is adept at uncovering emerging or overlooked talent, especially in the realms of diversity and sustainability. His professional obsessions are cultural sensitivity and knowledge management. He looks forward to receiving your call and making some really useful suggestions.<br><br>Favorite Talent: <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-6ZRP5K/Ed_Begley_Jr./">Ed Begley, Jr</a>, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-78FPH6/Dr._Jorge_Castaneda/">Jorge Castaneda</a>, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-553RQW/Strobe_Talbott/">Strobe Talbott</a> <br><br>First booking: <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-5LPQFM/Tim_Severin/">Tim Severin</a>');)
![](javascript:doChangeImage('team_img','team/RosalieJ.jpg','<h2 class="team">Meet Rosalie Jefferson<br/><span>Content Consultant for Healthcare, Education, Government & Associations </span></h2>Rosalie spent 10 years in <a href="http://isbworldwide.com/">corporate training and development</a> working with many Fortune 500 companies, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/search.asp?st=International+Affairs&st=National+Politics&op=0&t=Politics%2FMedia&type=t">government</a> and <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/oncampus/">university</a> clients. She is a certified sales, service and leadership trainer. Rosalie brings with her to ISB, a passion to serve her clients beyond and above a booking. Her goal is to develop long-standing relationships where she is viewed as a trusted business advisor--always having her client\'s best interest at heart.<br><br>In addition to corporate clientele, Rosalie worked for 10 years in healthcare sales and service working in the fields of radiology, home healthcare and hospice. As a former furniture consignment store owner, decorator, and patented inventor, she also makes time for her creative side. <br><br>Her areas of expertise include Healthcare (hospitals and pharmaceuticals) Associations (large organizations within healthcare/education) and the <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/oncampus/">University and Education Market</a> (colleges/high schools/private schools) and <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/search.asp?st=International+Affairs&st=National+Politics&op=0&t=Politics%2FMedia&type=t">Government</a> (local and federal)<br><br>Favorite Talent: <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-77MQYW/Van_Jones/">Van Jones</a>, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-553ELS/Keith_Harrell/">Keith Harrell</a> and <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-5534RZ/Craig_Kielburger/">Craig Kielburger</a><br><br>First Booking: Ishmael Beah');)
![](javascript:doChangeImage('team_img','team/SeamusC.jpg','<h2 class="team">Meet Seamus Collins<br/><span>Vice President; International (MENA) Consultant</span></h2>Seamus Collins is the Vice President of International Business Development and Director of the MENA and ASEAN regions for ISB. He has been with <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/">ISB</a> since early 2001 and during that time held various positions, including Content Consultant, Website Project Manager and VP of Sales. <br><br>His current role is to secure thought leaders and subject matter experts for flagship international conferences and events, and to structure strategic partnerships with organizations focused on <a href="http://isbworldwide.com/">human capital training and development</a>. During the past five years he has worked with Nobel Laureates, heads of state, captains of industry, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/new_releases/">best-selling authors</a> and <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/subtopics/Celebrity/">celebrities</a> while placing speakers at events on 6 continents.<br><br>Seamus graduated from Boston College in 1993 with degrees in English and Theology. Prior to joining ISB he spent five years in the restaurant business as a partner and general manager, a year working for a dot com start-up as a business development manager, and one year as an account executive for an integrated marking agency.<br><br>Seamus is currently living in Vermont between regular business trips to Dallas and abroad. <br><br>Favorite Talent: <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-553D66/Jonas_Ridderstrale">Jonas Ridderstrale</a>, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speaker_info.asp?s=ISBB-5534WR&Spn=Dr._C_K_Prahalad&">Dr. CK Prahalad</a>, <a href="http://voicesofdistinction.com/speakers/ISBB-6WDTCS/bio">Mark Thompson</a>,<a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-739T4X/Joseph_Jaffe/"> Joseph Jaffe');)
![](javascript:doChangeImage('team_img','team/ToddE.jpg','<h2 class="team">Meet Todd Eckardt<br/><span>Vice President; Financial/Human Resources</span></h2>Before joining <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/">ISB</a>, Todd spent over 19 years working in the Financial and Operations side of the <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/subtopics/Entertainment/">entertainment</a> and restaurant industry. Prior to that, Todd spent 6 years in community banking and attended school at UTD in Richardson. He joins ISB with much industry knowledge and guidance. As the Vice President and Financial/HR manager Todd has many different vital roles within the company.<br><br>Favorite Talent: <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-553TXS/Vince_Poscente/">Vince Poscente</a>, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/Celebrity_Speaker/ISBB-68EMKC/Linda_Armstrong_Kelly/">Linda Armstrong Kelly</a> and <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-6L4LVR/Tracy_Morgan/">Tracy Morgan');)
![](javascript:doChangeImage('team_img','team/VeronicaC.jpg','<h2 class="team">Meet Veronica Combs<br/><span>Front Office</span></h2>Veronica comes to ISB with a background in Liberal Arts. She moved from Norman, OK to Tulsa and eventually owned a vintage clothing store in addition to working in theatre. Even then she was always involved in event planning. She moved to Texas in 2005 to try something different. She discovered that with her theater background and stage management experience she was excellent at handling the front office duties at ISB. Being the first face at <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/">ISB</a> she meets new people everyday and makes sure that the front office runs smoothly. She loves the fact that she is part of such a diverse and interesting company.<br><br>Favorite Talent: <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-552U7R/Amanda_Gore/">Amanda Gore</a>, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-6NAUDE/Bob_Arno/">Bob Arno</a> and <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-5BNM5P/John_Sweeney/">John Sweeney</a>');)
![](javascript:doChangeImage('team_img','team/Wendym.jpg','<h2 class="team">Meet Wendy Mabry<br/><span>Accounting Department</span></h2>Wendy was born in North Dakota, raised in Wisconsin, and transplanted to Dallas, Texas in 1970 with her family. She has over 20 years of experience in accounting and bookkeeping in a variety of industries including automotive leasing and credit, home furnishings, property management, and computer game development. <br><br>Favorite Talent: <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-553TXS/Vince_Poscente/">Vince Poscente</a>, <a href="http://voicesofdistinction.com/speakers/ISBB-553F9B/bio">Kjell Nordstrom</a> and <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/Celebrity_Speaker/ISBB-55325Y/Bob_Eubanks/">Bob Eubanks</a>');)
![](javascript:doChangeImage('team_img','team/whitneyb.jpg','<h2 class="team">Meet Whitney Barham<br/><span>Event Coordinator</span></h2>Whitney completed her basic studies at University of Texas at Arlington where she majored in communications. She grew up in the talent industry, singing at various events, organizing talent shows, acting as an emcee, and judging competitions. Whitney held the titles of Miss Teen Dallas as well as Miss Teen North Texas, before deciding that she wanted to focus more on her career. <br><br>She has worked in various industries, including optical, recruiting, and the <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/subtopics/Entertainment/">entertainment</a> division. After living in San Antonio and Wichita Falls, Whitney decided that she wanted to permanently move back to Dallas and work behind the scenes in the event industry. <br><br>Whitney is an Event Coordinator for Emily Boyd, Antonia LoVerso, and Curt Steinhorst. <br><br>Favorite Talent: <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-553B2B/Jean_Francois/">Jean Francois</a>, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/Celebrity_Speaker/ISBB-553GZL/Lynda_Carter/">Lynda Carter</a>, <a href="http://www.internationalspeakers.com/speakers/ISBB-65FQY6/Marc_Kielburger/">Marc Kielburger</a> ');)
