Our Experts
For years, Bill McLeod has been inspiring parents world wide with his message of perseverance and success. He is the author of "Kickin' Butt as a Single Parent - 99 Tips That Every Single Parent Must Have". He is a frequent contributor to syndicated radio shows and magazines, and has been interviewed on radio programs around the country, as well as on CBS, ABC, NBC and WB-2 affiliates for his insight and commitment to succeeding as a single parent.
For his ongoing work and dedication in these areas, Bill has won the prestigious State Farm Insurance Companies "Embrace Life Award" presented annually to only thirteen individuals in the U.S. and Canada. His story will enlighten you; inspire you and give you hope that anyone can succeed, as long as you realize that you will never change your life until you change something you do daily.
Michele DeVille is a Life Coach, Speaker and Author that has a passion to inspire others to live an extraordinary life at any age and regardless of the past. She believes that everyone has what they need from within to find their purpose, discover their passions and the courage to make the changes necessary to shift from where they are right now to where they want to be to live life to the fullest. Michele is the author of the book "The Path To Forgiveness" and is busy working on her second book. In addition to her love of coaching, speaking and writing, Michele is a single mom of three beautiful daughters and has gained great wisdom through her journey of divorce, loss, tragedy, life experiences and single parenting. She is inspired to share her story and wisdom in hopes of making a difference in the lives of others!
Please visit Michele's coaching web site MicheleDeville.com and her book web site ThePathToForgiveness.com. You can find Michele on Facebook and follow her on Twitter.
Speaker/Author Jennifer Maggio is one of the nation's leading experts on single parent issues. She has been featured on countless radio programs, including The Carolyn Gable Show, SPARK Wisdom Radio, Power Women, and many more, as well as being featured in newspapers and magazines around the country. Her new book, Overwhelmed: The Life of a Single Mom, is a jaw-dropping look at Maggio's journey through homelessness, extreme poverty, abuse, domestic violence, and teen pregnancy. It is being heralded as "....the real, raw version of the single parent journey," and is selling out in bookstores everywhere. Maggio walked the single parent walk for more than seven years and went from homeless to successful executive in Corporate America. She eventually left it all behind to minister to single mothers and assist churches and nonprofits across the country in launching single mother's groups.
Please visit Jennifer's web site JenniferMaggio.com and her book web site TheLifeOfaSingleMom.com.
Davis Ehrler is a Infant / Child Sleep Consultant, former Postpartum Doula, and creator of The 3 Day Sleep Solution. Davis has been working one on one with parents and caregivers around the world to establish healthy sleep, eating, and discipline habits with their children. After having sleep challenges with her own daughter, Davis became very educated and personally aware of how habits are created and how important sleep is to the brain, especially the developing brain. For almost 10 years Davis has been spreading that message and continues to with her candor, honesty, and humor. She also resides in San Diego and is a single mother of 3 girls (two teenagers and one tween) Henley (16), Eliot (14), and Scout (11) who are all fabulous sleepers (especially on the weekend).
Michael Searer, a corporate executive, is the full time, single parent to three beautiful children, Austin (12), Zachary (9), and Gracie (9). Just months after his divorce, which resulted in a part-time parenting role for Michael, his former wife and mother of his children was fatally injured in an automobile accident. Michael was suddenly faced with parenting circumstances he never envisioned. However, his steadfast belief that the children's emotional and physical health were priority above all else remained the guide through his life journey. The lessons learned through parenting experiences under these difficult circumstances changed Michael's life and positively impacted his parenting perspective. Michael has recently begun writing for Single Parent Magazine, an online publication dedicated to helping single parents navigate through the journeys of parenthood. He and his family reside in Northern Alabama.
Rose Brunner is a NPC National level figure competitor. Her love of fitness and healty eating were inspired by her mother. She returned to the sport 2 years ago with the goal of competing again and attaining her Pro card. Her passion for health and nutrition inspires her everyday to help others create a healthy lifestyle. When she is not training for competitions, she is the mother of two teenagers, wife, and studying to get her personal training certification. You can follow her on Facebook, Twitter, and Bodyspace (bodyspace.bodybuilding.com/roseb/).
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