| Amy Roloff Amy may be little but she is living life in a BIG Way. She is one of the most well known ‘Woman and Mom’ life stories from her hit TLC TV show ‘little people BIG world’ about her and her family. Currently she is filming her 9th season and has filmed over 250 episodes with over tens of millions of viewers worldwide. Amy has appeared on a number media outlets such as The View, Jay Leno, Oprah, Good Morning America, Celebrity Buzz, Rachel Ray show and other appearances. She has been interviewed by .....more» More About Amy |
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| Beven Byrnes Beven Byrnes is the Executive Director/Principal of Bridges Middle School. Educated at Portland State University and the Institute for Nonprofit Management, Mrs. Byrnes has 20 years of experience as a leader in various capacities for non-profit organizations that range from a large national healthcare advocacy and service organization to a small local science education program serving at-risk youth. She strongly believes in the power of an educational environment that encourages active and equit .....more» Bridges Middle School on Facebook |
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| Brian Copeland Brian Copeland has been in show business since he first stepped on the comedy stage at the tender age of 18. Soon he was headlining clubs and concerts across the country and opening for such artists as Smokey Robinson, The Temptations, Ringo Starr, and the Queen of soul Aretha Franklin, in venues from The Universal Amphitheater to Constitution Hall in Washington DC. Soon, Copeland branched off into television, appearing on comedy programs on NBC, A&E and MTV. He spent five years as co-host of Sa .....more» Brian's Website |
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| Candice Pogge Candice Pogge is a Case Manager for the Center for Autism and Related Disorders, CARD. She has worked in the field for over six years, has a Masters in Teaching with a specialization in Applied Behavior Analysis, and is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She recently moved to Portland, Oregon to open CARD’s newest office location. .....more» Candice on Linkedin |
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| Christopher Jerry Writer, Speaker, Radio Host, and Patient Safety Advocate Christopher Jerry is the President and CEO of the Emily Jerry Foundation. EJF was founded to raise awareness about preventable medical errors with particular emphasis on medication errors. After an intravenous compounding error by an untrained pharmaceutical technician caused the tragic death of his daughter, Emily, Chris dedicated his life to preventing other families from suffering through a similar heartbreak. The general public is not .....more» The Emily Jerry Foundation |
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| Corey Anderson Dr. Anderson is a Portland native who returned home following his postdoctoral fellowship in Pediatric Neuropsychology at the Kennedy Krieger Institute and Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He specializes in assessment of children and adolescents with neurological and neurodevelopmental conditions, learning challenges, and traumatic brain injury. In addition, he has advanced training in concussion management, and he has experience working with youth and families from diverse cultures. .....more» Child Neuropsychology PC |
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| Derek Volk Derek Volk is a Maine businessman, supporter of Autism awareness, volunteer, philanthropist, softball coach, and he can now add book author to the list. He is currently the president and co-owner of Volk Packaging Corporation, a third generation, family owned, corrugated box manufacturer in Biddeford, Maine. Derek actively participates on the Maine Business Leadership Network (BLN), a national organization that focuses on connecting employers with employees who have disabilities. His own company .....more» Derek's Website |
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| Diane Dennis Diane is president and founder of Inspired Media Communications, a multi-media PR firm. Clients include world renowned and best-selling authors Harville Hendrix, PhD, and Dr. Bonnie Eaker Weil, PhD., Douglas E. Noll, J.D., and Imago Relationship International. Some Inspired Media local clients include Portland Relationship Center, Creative Compounds, Aesthetic Medicine, authors, financial firms, technology innovators and media personalities. Besides PR, Diane is a sought after speaker and trai .....more» Inspired Media Communications |
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| Francis Tapon Francis is an author, global nomad, and public speaker. He has walked across America four times via its three major mountain ranges. He also walked across Spain twice. Perhaps his most notable accomplishment was that he was the first person to do a round-trip backpacking the Continental Divide Trail. In addition, he thru-hiked the Pacific Crest Trail and Appalachian Trail southbound. He has traveled to over 80 countries of the world.Lastly, he is the author of the self-help travelogue Hike Your .....more» Francis' Website |
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| Joni Aldrich Author, Speaker, Radio Host, and Health Cause Advocate Joni Aldrich is the CEO of Cancer Lifeline Publications. Through her seven books and international radio programs (live and on demand), Joni advocates for patient rights and education, cancer families, caregiver rights, and cancer legislation in honor of her husband and mother who were both lost to cancer. .....more» Joni's Website |
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| Lenore Skenazy Lenore Skenazy is “America’s Worst Mom.” (Google it!) The New York City newspaper columnist-turned-reality-TV show host got that title after letting her 9-year-old son take the subway, alone. In response to the media blowback, she founded the book and blog, Free-Range Kids, launching the anti-helicopter parenting movement. Her feisty belief that our kids are safer and smarter than our culture gives them credit for has landed her .....more» Lenore on Twitter |
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| Michael Brooke I grew up in the Big Sky Country of Montana. Activities like rafting, camping, and fishing were an important part of my childhood. I also liked some activities that were a little unusual for a Montana boy like gymnastics, piano, and role-playing games like Dungeons and Dragons. Sometimes, I got teased for those kinds of “quirky” interests, which I definitely didn’t like. It’s not a fun feeling when you don’t fit in. However, as I grew up, I was also able to learn some skills for making friends a .....more» Brooke Psychologists |
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| Michelle Cannon My name is Michelle Cannon. I'm a single mom of five beautiful people ranging in age from 12 to 29 years of age. I've been homeschooling since 1999, when I pulled my son out of public school. I was born Tennessee and grew up in Florida. Yep, I'm a southern girl to the core, from the way I speak to the foods I eat. I love the great outdoors and have a profound respect for nature. I enjoy hiking, learning everything I can about native plants and animals here in Florida, and I live an eco .....more» Michelle's Blog |
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| Nancy Byrne Nancy Byrne is the author of the new book, “Choices”. Byrne majored in psychology at the University of Colorado Denver for both graduate and undergraduate. She has worked for an adolescent psychiatric treatment hospital, a women-in-need-of-group-support program, a rape crisis center, a major police department as director of a victim services unit and several high risk shelters for adolescents. Byrne states, "It is my soul's desire to 'give back' to the Universe and to serve by assisting others o .....more» Nancy's Website |
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| Nancy Loss Dr. Loss has over twenty-five years of experience working with people of all ages as a mental health counselor, family therapist, and psychologist. She earned a Masters degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from the University of South Florida and worked in the mental health and addiction fields with adults, children, and families. She completed her doctorate in Clinical Child Psychology at The Ohio State University. After an American Psychological Association certified clinical internship in Pedi .....more» Child Neuropsychology PC |
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| Norene Gonsiewski Some therapists immediately advise couples that their ailing relationship cannot be saved. If you will come in and let me help, you are likely to be surprised with the positive results. My experience as a therapist of three decades and married for 30 years, is that no relationship is beyond repair when the couple is willing to get the help they need. Since 1980 I have seen thousands of individuals and couples seeking to have happier moods and healthier relationships. I specialize in rel .....more» Portland Relationship center |
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| Pam Simon Pam Simon, M.S.W. has a Bachelors Degree in Speech Pathology and Audiology from the University of Iowa and a Masters Degree in Social Work, acquired from Gallaudet University. She is fluent in American Sign Language, and has specialized in communication disorders with both children and adults. Having worked with autism and sensory integration issues, Pam helped develop the theory of F2W to aid in her continuing work with children. Co-Author of two books, Parenting High Energy Kids and Mind Your .....more» Fidgets 2 Widgets |
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| Pat Gesualdo Pat Gesualdo fought a battle with Dyslexia as a child. Growing up in a small town in Avenel, NJ., doctors told Pat's parents that he would never be able to do things that most kids do, and would not be able to attend college. He became an avid drummer as a child. Pat says. "As a result of having Dyslexia, I would play the rhythms and patterns backwards." This encouraged Pat to develop techniques that worked for him. What he later realized was that the drumming methods he developed when he was yo .....more» Pat's Website |
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| Vanessa Truett I am a writer by instinct. Specializing in grant writing for the Arts, children’s and special education nonprofits, I also craft fundraising appeals for grassroots nonprofits as well as numerous newspaper and newsletter article publications centered around education and neurodiversity. My adult career has focused on social justice, and gender-specific organizations; using my skills in research, networking, grant-writing, major donor cultivation, and diversity and advocacy training I have obtaine .....more» Learn More about Vanessa |
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| Victoria Trabosh I have over 35 years of experience in effectively leading a range of companies and teams. Some positions include controller of Allied Decals; president and owner of VHT Conservatorships and managing director for Private Client Group of U.S. Bank. I received a B.S. in Business from Indiana University. Specialized training as a coach is received from Coach University and Dream Coach University. These trainings consist of over 280 hours of course work, coaching and ongoing education. As well as a C .....more» Learn More About Victoria |
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