Contributors
Crystal Gaynor American Council on Exercise, Certified Group Fitness Instructor Power Pilates, Certified Mat Instructor (all levels) Pilates Method Alliance, Student Member CPR/ AED Certified Fitness Lecturer Crystal is a 4th generation Pilate’s instructor and has taught over 2000 hours of Mat Pilates since her certification in 2004. As a former dance major, Pilates seemed like a natural fit.
Trained in the classical method, Crystal is dedicated to the preservation and teachings of the method, as prescribed by Joseph Pilates. Crystal currently teaches in the New Jersey area. She can be reached at WPSpaLady@yahoo.com or thecrystallife@aol.com. Crystal believes, “All people can benefit from the practice of Pilates. It strengthens the core of the body, from which all movement evolves.”
Ellen Goldman Ellen Goldman has worked in the health and fitness industry for over 25 years, in NYC and New Jersey. Her career has included exercise prescription and training, fitness consulting, group workshops and motivational speaking. In 1992 she became a certified personal trainer and started her training business, adding coaching to her services in 2005. Ellen is a professionally certified wellness coach, and is a faculty member of Wellcoaches Corporation, which offers wellness coach training to health and fitness professionals. She is the founder and owner of EnerG coaching LLC, providing one-on-one wellness coaching, group coaching, personal training, professional mentor coaching, as well as lectures and seminars on all aspects of health and well-being. Ellen was a presenter at the 2007 IDEA Personal Training Institute. She holds a BS and Masters in Physical Education, and is certified by American College of Sports Medicine, Aerobic and Fitness Association of America, and Wellcoaches Corporation. Ellen lives in New Jersey with her husband and two daughters.
EnerG Coaching, LLC Fitness & Wellness From the Inside Out 973-535-8891
ellen@energcoaching.com www.energcoaching.com www.wellcoaches.com/Ellen.Goldman
Catherine Bridwell
Catherine D. Bridwell is in private practice in Morristown, NJ. She is a psychotherapist and counselor to families, couples, and individuals. She is a Certified Divorce Mediator and a Parenting Co-Ordinator for divorced couples. In addition she lectures and has authored workshop presentations on family related and emotion management topics.
She is the author of THE PSYCHOLOGY OF DIVORCE- A GUIDE FOR NON-MENTALS HEALTH PROFESSIONALS published in NEW JERSEY PRACTICES.
Lisa Velazquez
Lisa Velazquez, Founder & CEO/President of Wonder Womyn, LLC
Sexuality Educator, Dating/Relationship Coach & Motivational Speaker
A Professional Member of the American Association of Sexuality Educators Counselors & Therapists
Lisa provides coaching/education via telephone consultations and workshops for sexuality, self-esteem building, lifestyle, dating/relationships and parent-teen communication in New York City.
Lisa holds a M.A. in Clinical Psychology from Columbia University and a B.S. in Legal Studies with a Certificate in Puerto Rican/Latin American Studies from the City University of New York, John Jay College of Criminal Justice.
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Contact Lisa with more questions at askww@wonderwomyn.com
or contact Lisa to schedule a workshop: info@wonderwomyn.com. Visit Wonder Womyn, LLC as: www.wonderwomyn.com
Kimberly Elmore
Identity writer Kimberly Elmore is currently employed by Delta Dental of New Jersey in the corporate communications department as the community relations coordinator. She serves as the editor of the monthly employee newsletter and writes at least two articles per issue. During Kimberly's college years she served as the arts & entertainment editor of her college newspaper, and interned in the public relations department at the March of Dimes.
Joann DiFabio-Klinkner
Identity writer Joann DiFabio-Klinkner holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Ramapo College in Communication Arts and is currently employed at Torre Lazur McCann, a pharmaceutical advertising agency, where she is a digital imaging associate. Having a long-standing interest in health and wellness, Joann has developed a passion for and deep knowledge-base of food and nutrition over the years. She currently writes the Spotlight On… and Label Logic articles for Identity, and enjoys cooking in her free time.
Carol J. Gonzalez
Carol J. Gonzalez, is an HR Consultant with expertise in the design, implementation and management of Work/Life policies and programs. Carol has the proven ability to leverage her skills and influence, clients, colleagues and senior management to solve Work/Life challenges. Her track-record and corporate knowledge provides a unique insider’s perspective that is a key asset to clients and colleagues alike.
As Manager, Work-Life, Carol successfully designed Work/Life strategies for Wyeth that resulted in achieving Working Mother’s 100 Best Companies coveted list. She was the consulting resource for the lines of business on Work/Life issues. She managed Life Management Resources, an integrated Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that included child and elder care resource and referral, legal and financial services, concierge and emergency back-up care resources. Her EAP knowledge and experience was used to manage the design and roll out of a Health Improvement Program, that included health coaching, online tools and cross vendor referrals. Carol is well versed in the business case for Flexibility Work Arrangements and through partnerships with Diversity and line leaders she was instrumental gaining senior management’s support for Flexible Work.
A working mom herself, Carol has personal experience managing the challenges of balancing her responsibilities both in and out of work and she brings this passion and enthusiasm to her work. She has over 14 years experience in Work/Life and is a member of the American Business Collaborative and the Families and Work Institute’s Corporate Leadership Circle. E-mail: Caroljgonzalez@optimum.net Phone: 973.229.4172
Kevin Flynn
Kevin Flynn is a well known astrologer and is certified by the American Federation of Astrologers where he is an active member. He has had his astrological poetry published. For over 20 years, Kevin has studied with Steven Sinopoli- a reowned master astrologer, tarot reader and psychic. In addition, Kevin is an extremely successful businessman, poet and artist. Sinopoli is also the president of the Academy of Astrology in Clifton, New Jersey. Feel free to e-mail Kevin at kevinsplanets@aol.com.
Jennifer Urezzio
Jennifer Urezzio is an master intuitive and the founder of Know Soul’s Language. Soul Language enables you to consciously connect with your Soul in a way that was received through Divine Guidance. Understanding your Soul Languages allows you to access your own Soul’s guidance to accept your value, be more confident, have more impact and grow into a stronger leader.
Kala Ambrose
Kala Ambrose is an intuitive, wisdom teacher, inspirational speaker and voice of the highly acclaimed “The Explore Your Spirit with Kala Show. ” She is the award-winning author of 9 Life Altering Lessons, creator of a trilogy of sacred site guided meditation CDs and the National Metaphysical Spirituality writer for the Examiner. As a business intuitive, she brings a wealth of knowledge to leaders, visionaries and entrepreneurs, providing insightful solutions to achieve and integrate their career and personal goals. Kala Ambrose is a highly interactive teacher on a mission to educate, entertain and inspire. She lectures on the Ancient Wisdom Teachings of Egypt and Greece, Developing Business Intuition, Understanding Auras, Chakras and Energy Fields, and Wise Woman Wisdom (also known as the Divine Feminine) in workshops and events around the US. More information at www.ExploreYourSpirit.com
Niki Fountain
Niki Fountain is the owner and founder of Serene Bath & Body, an all-natural bath & skin care company located near Raleigh, North Carolina. Niki earned her Masters Degree in hydrogeology and has a professional background in developing and perfecting soaps. She spent several years in a university laboratory developing soap formulations that were used to “clean up” chemicals that had been spilled into the environment. She then applied her expertise while working in the environmental industry for more than a decade where she investigated and cleaned up chemical sites. She has since taken this knowledge and experience and applied it to developing and perfecting formulations of soaps and other bath & skin care products for people. Because of her experiences in the environmental industry and her seeing firsthand the results of years of exposure to chemicals on the human body, her company creates products made with all natural and certified organic ingredients that come from US companies who focus not only on the protection and sustainability of our planet but also on the respect and care for the people who cultivate the ingredients.
Deborah Bailey
Author & Entrepreneur
Writer and career expert, Deborah A. Bailey is a sought after expert to discuss today's most pressing workplace issues. She’s author of the book, “Think Like an Entrepreneur: Transforming Your Career and Taking Charge of Your Life.” She has had bylines in Baseline magazine, Dailyworth.com, Bankrate.com, Daily Career Connection, More.com Wisebread.com, Working World Magazine and CNN.com. She's been a guest on ABC6 TV, Fox News Strategy Room and WFMZ TV as an expert in career transitions and reinvention.
After several years in the corporate world, Deborah transitioned into entrepreneurship by founding Deborah Bailey Writing & Editing and DBC Communications. She is also an independent stylist for Stella & Dot boutique style jewelry.
She’s given in-person and online presentations to organizations such as Ladies Who Launch, Downtown Women’s Club and The International Association of Administrative Professionals on professional and personal development topics
Deborah is the host of "Women Entrepreneurs – The Secrets of Success," a weekly internet radio talk show.
