I was six years old when I was given a microphone for the first time. My elementary school in Melbourne, Florida had such big classes (read, overcrowded) that we needed a microphone to be heard. And I was asked to read to the class. :)

I loved the microphone.

I was seven years old when I was given a stage to walk on. We had moved to Scottsdale, Arizona and I was cast as the Dew Fairy in our production of Hansel & Gretel. I had a solo and can remember the tune completely and almost all of the lyrics.

I loved the stage.

I joined the school choir in primary school. The song I remember often and sing the most today is James Taylor's, You've Got a Friend.

I loved the harmonies.

Theatre, performance, and the stage have always been a part of me. I've never shied away from the spotlight. Now, at 56 years of age, I still thrive to perform. To move people. To inspire people. To entertain.

As you can see from the picture, I'm comfortable and in connection with the audience.

Today, I'll be sharing my Rock & Roll and Networking keynote with an incredible group of business owners. Helping them create stronger businesses through Human Intelligence (HI).

You read that right. you can grow your business when you say "hi."

Networking is like that.

I can't wait to help the whole world know that HI is greater than AI. More important. More connected. More FUN!

Life is but a stage....