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Meet The Indie Speakers
 Host
and Speaker: dM
A message from Donna Maria 
Casey Carole Keller
Jack Veale
Jo Ann Hines
Larry Coates
Michelle Tenant
Romanus Wolter
Susan F. Benjamin
Vera Moore
BB of the Year
Keynote Speaker & Host Donna Maria
Meet Lisa Price of HBN member Carol's Daughter at the Lifestyle CEO Conference! Lisa, mother of two, grew a small handmade beauty business operated in the kitchen of her Brooklyn home into one of the most respected "indie" cosmetics manufacturers on the planet. Lisa and her products have been featured in People, "O" The Oprah Magazine, Parenting, Crain's New York Business and Ebony Magazine. She has also appeared on such television programs as The Today Show, E! Entertainment Television and BET. Earlier this year, she inked a $10-million dollar investment deal with Will Smith, Jada Pinkett Smith (now the Carol's Daughter spokesperson), rapper Jay-Z and other music industry moguls to take the Carol's Daughter brand nationwide. The Carol's Daughter flagship store in Harlem, New York opened just weeks ago. Lisa will be on hand to autograph her book, Success Never Smelled So Sweet which chronicles her journey from bankruptcy to Lifestyle CEO success, and she will share with you from her heart about how you can follow your passion to own a business and manage your home at the same time!
Casey Carole Keller: Trade Shows
Doris is a mom, author, veteran journalist, newscaster, producer, media consultant and owner of McMillon Communications. Her work spans posts at NBC News, WABC-TV, Fox Television, WJLA-TV and others. She has appeared as herself on NBC's The West Wing (Martin Sheen) and In the Line of Fire (Clint Eastwood), and Murder at 1600 (Wesley Snipes) where she played a CNN reporter. A unique blend of knowledge, experience and talent, Doris brings unequaled qualifications in broadcast journalism, publishing, government, and humanitarian and trade associations to her assignments. Doris' grasp of the challenges facing moms and entrepreneurs, and her unparalleled ability to direct discussions and probe pertinent issues will make this panel discussion a "don't miss" for all Lifestyle CEOs.
Jack Veale: Business Succession
Debbie is a wife, mother of two young sons and the founder of Handmade Beauty Network member Monave Mineral Cosmetics in Baltimore, Maryland. While working for a mass market make-up company, Debbie found herself uninspired by the range of make-up offered to women in her age group. After years of research, Debbie decided to launch her own line of mineral make-up, and to empower other women to learn how to make their own eye shadows, lip sticks and foundation perfectly matched to their skin type. Today, she runs Monave from a Baltimore warehouse just blocks from her home so her sons can join her to plant flowers and play computer games while Debbie mixes her newest make-up concoctions.
Jo Ann Hines: Packaging
After working as a paralegal for 16 years, Denise became mom to a now 5-year old son. And everything changed. Even though having a newborn is filled with beautiful once-in-a-lifetime experiences, as a new mom, Denise felt a void in her life. How best to fill the void was a mystery and Denise made the personal decision that leaving home to work was not an option. Her unexpected search for a lingerie travel bag for a friend changed her life forever and today, Denise owns Plush Creations, a Texas-based manufacturer of one-of-a-kind lingerie bags and travel accessories made from silk fabric and featuring exquisite beaded details. Denise and her Plush Creations were featured in the 2004 Screen Actor’s Guild presenter gift baskets, as well as several magazines including Affluent Living, True Romance, Vive and others. Recently, her new Eye Candy jewelry bags were personally chosen by hip hop sensation Ashanti to be included in the launch of her new “Precious Jewel” fragrance.
Larry Coates: Trademarks
Patricia is the mother of three girls, one in elementary, one in middle and one in high school. She grew up in California, earning a bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Stanford University and her master’s in Journalism from Columbia University. After working as a reporter at a west coast wire service and at a daily newspaper on the east coast, she earned her law degree from the Catholic University of America. As an attorney, Patricia specialized in both telecommunications and food and drug law at one of the country’s most highly respected firms. Soon after she and her husband, Wendell, began a family, Patricia exited the traditional work force. In 2002 she launched her business as an independent distributor for the whole food nutritional product Juice Plus+. Today she enjoys pursuing her passion for educating people on nutrition and health issues while empowering her team members to take bold steps to realize their dreams.
Michelle Tenant: Media Outreach
Alicia is an author, soapmaker and Theatre professor whose lifelong interest in herbs and handcrafts led her to launch the Annabella and Company Creativity Collective, a group of handmade toiletries sold under several brands, including Aunt Bunny and Bunny's Garden. Alicia is the author of The Everything Soapmaking Book (Adams Media 2003) and Soapmaking: A Magickal Guide (Career Press 2003). She is a Senior Lecturer in the University of Southern California School of Theater, teaching many courses including Introduction the the Theatre, Stage Makeup, Introduction to Technical Theatre, Directing and Stage Properties. She directs and designs for School of Theatre shows, and has directed and designed many productions in the Los Angeles area. She holds a Master of Fine Arts from USC. Alicia lives in the Los Angeles area with her husband, John, their animal companions and Alicia's many ongoing projects.
Larry Coates: Trademarks
Patricia is the mother of three girls, one in elementary, one in middle and one in high school. She grew up in California, earning a bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Stanford University and her master’s in Journalism from Columbia University. After working as a reporter at a west coast wire service and at a daily newspaper on the east coast, she earned her law degree from the Catholic University of America. As an attorney, Patricia specialized in both telecommunications and food and drug law at one of the country’s most highly respected firms. Soon after she and her husband, Wendell, began a family, Patricia exited the traditional work force. In 2002 she launched her business as an independent distributor for the whole food nutritional product Juice Plus+. Today she enjoys pursuing her passion for educating people on nutrition and health issues while empowering her team members to take bold steps to realize their dreams.
Michelle Tenant: Media Outreach
Alicia is an author, soapmaker and Theatre professor whose lifelong interest in herbs and handcrafts led her to launch the Annabella and Company Creativity Collective, a group of handmade toiletries sold under several brands, including Aunt Bunny and Bunny's Garden. Alicia is the author of The Everything Soapmaking Book (Adams Media 2003) and Soapmaking: A Magickal Guide (Career Press 2003). She is a Senior Lecturer in the University of Southern California School of Theater, teaching many courses including Introduction the the Theatre, Stage Makeup, Introduction to Technical Theatre, Directing and Stage Properties. She directs and designs for School of Theatre shows, and has directed and designed many productions in the Los Angeles area. She holds a Master of Fine Arts from USC. Alicia lives in the Los Angeles area with her husband, John, their animal companions and Alicia's many ongoing projects.
Larry Coates: Trademarks
Patricia is the mother of three girls, one in elementary, one in middle and one in high school. She grew up in California, earning a bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Stanford University and her master’s in Journalism from Columbia University. After working as a reporter at a west coast wire service and at a daily newspaper on the east coast, she earned her law degree from the Catholic University of America. As an attorney, Patricia specialized in both telecommunications and food and drug law at one of the country’s most highly respected firms. Soon after she and her husband, Wendell, began a family, Patricia exited the traditional work force. In 2002 she launched her business as an independent distributor for the whole food nutritional product Juice Plus+. Today she enjoys pursuing her passion for educating people on nutrition and health issues while empowering her team members to take bold steps to realize their dreams.
Michelle Tenant: Media Outreach
Alicia is an author, soapmaker and Theatre professor whose lifelong interest in herbs and handcrafts led her to launch the Annabella and Company Creativity Collective, a group of handmade toiletries sold under several brands, including Aunt Bunny and Bunny's Garden. Alicia is the author of The Everything Soapmaking Book (Adams Media 2003) and Soapmaking: A Magickal Guide (Career Press 2003). She is a Senior Lecturer in the University of Southern California School of Theater, teaching many courses including Introduction the the Theatre, Stage Makeup, Introduction to Technical Theatre, Directing and Stage Properties. She directs and designs for School of Theatre shows, and has directed and designed many productions in the Los Angeles area. She holds a Master of Fine Arts from USC. Alicia lives in the Los Angeles area with her husband, John, their animal companions and Alicia's many ongoing projects.
Romanus Wolter
Alicia is an author, soapmaker and Theatre professor whose lifelong interest in herbs and handcrafts led her to launch the Annabella and Company Creativity Collective, a group of handmade toiletries sold under several brands, including Aunt Bunny and Bunny's Garden. Alicia is the author of The Everything Soapmaking Book (Adams Media 2003) and Soapmaking: A Magickal Guide (Career Press 2003). She is a Senior Lecturer in the University of Southern California School of Theater, teaching many courses including Introduction the the Theatre, Stage Makeup, Introduction to Technical Theatre, Directing and Stage Properties. She directs and designs for School of Theatre shows, and has directed and designed many productions in the Los Angeles area. She holds a Master of Fine Arts from USC. Alicia lives in the Los Angeles area with her husband, John, their animal companions and Alicia's many ongoing projects.
Susan F. Benjamin: Marketing
Alicia is an author, soapmaker and Theatre professor whose lifelong interest in herbs and handcrafts led her to launch the Annabella and Company Creativity Collective, a group of handmade toiletries sold under several brands, including Aunt Bunny and Bunny's Garden. Alicia is the author of The Everything Soapmaking Book (Adams Media 2003) and Soapmaking: A Magickal Guide (Career Press 2003). She is a Senior Lecturer in the University of Southern California School of Theater, teaching many courses including Introduction the the Theatre, Stage Makeup, Introduction to Technical Theatre, Directing and Stage Properties. She directs and designs for School of Theatre shows, and has directed and designed many productions in the Los Angeles area. She holds a Master of Fine Arts from USC. Alicia lives in the Los Angeles area with her husband, John, their animal companions and Alicia's many ongoing projects.
Vera Moore
Alicia is an author, soapmaker and Theatre professor whose lifelong interest in herbs and handcrafts led her to launch the Annabella and Company Creativity Collective, a group of handmade toiletries sold under several brands, including Aunt Bunny and Bunny's Garden. Alicia is the author of The Everything Soapmaking Book (Adams Media 2003) and Soapmaking: A Magickal Guide (Career Press 2003). She is a Senior Lecturer in the University of Southern California School of Theater, teaching many courses including Introduction the the Theatre, Stage Makeup, Introduction to Technical Theatre, Directing and Stage Properties. She directs and designs for School of Theatre shows, and has directed and designed many productions in the Los Angeles area. She holds a Master of Fine Arts from USC. Alicia lives in the Los Angeles area with her husband, John, their animal companions and Alicia's many ongoing projects.
Indie Business of the Year
Alicia is an author, soapmaker and Theatre professor whose lifelong interest in herbs and handcrafts led her to launch the Annabella and Company Creativity Collective, a group of handmade toiletries sold under several brands, including Aunt Bunny and Bunny's Garden. Alicia is the author of The Everything Soapmaking Book (Adams Media 2003) and Soapmaking: A Magickal Guide (Career Press 2003). She is a Senior Lecturer in the University of Southern California School of Theater, teaching many courses including Introduction the the Theatre, Stage Makeup, Introduction to Technical Theatre, Directing and Stage Properties. She directs and designs for School of Theatre shows, and has directed and designed many productions in the Los Angeles area. She holds a Master of Fine Arts from USC. Alicia lives in the Los Angeles area with her husband, John, their animal companions and Alicia's many ongoing projects.
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