Meet RaNelle Wallace, Author and Professional Speaker
September 23, 2010
Meet inspirational RaNelle Wallace, tomorrow at our 4th Annual TouchPoint Conference in South Jordan, Utah. Plane crash surviver and burn victim, RaNelle will be sharing her amazing Story of Courage that will definitely touch your heart as it did for Kelly King Anderson. Kelly was only 14-years-old when she first heard RaNelle speak. It impacted Kelly so much that she knew she wanted to meaningfully effect and contribute to the world. It was just last year that RaNelle and Kelly officially met and connected. Read below to learn more about RaNelle.
Hometown: Everywhere
Current Residence: American Fork, Utah
Education: College Graduate as well as certified in many areas such as Life coach, Mentor, Counselor, NSA national professional speaker too many to count.
Professional Background: I’ve been featured in television, radio and magazines. I can be heard on my own podcast. My work has been recognized by presidents, celebrities and CEO’s. I’m also an author and I’ve ran for state Senate. Some of my achievements include: Woman of the Year for Service by State Legislators of California, National Hero by the President of the United States and founder of National Burn Assoc.
What you wanted to be when you grew up: At the age of five I always wanted to have my own talk show.
What you are: Professional Speaker, Author, life coach, Trainer, National Hero, TV reporter, writer, Public Relation and Marketer, Mother and great friend.
Brief Summary of your Start Up: It has been a long and active life that I have worked to always continue my education even when at one point became homeless. I had great mentors and searched out those seminars that would increase my profile.
What inspired you? God, wonderful mentors such as Jack Canfield, Marie Osmond, Gene Becknell who have assisted, but at the end of the day I have learned if its going to be, its up to me…
How long have you been in business? 30 years
How did you fund it? ME, school, internships, and the grace of God and courage.
Do you have a Fairy Godmother (or Mentor)? Marie Osmond and Gene Becknell founded and owns all the PizzaHut, Jack Canfield Chicken Soup for the Soul, Nancy Reagan.
Do you belong to any Business Organization or Networking Groups? NSA National Speakers Association, CHT Assoc, Tribal Women, Chamber of Commerce National Board, National Fireman’s Assoc. National Burn Assoc. National Self Esteem Board of Advisory.
Current Business Challenge? Making money in a struggling economy.
What are you doing about it? Finding others who haven’t given up, have profoundly touch the lives of others in there work, and inspire me, take ACTION AND WORK.
Favorite motivational quote: W.I.N WHATS IMPORTANT NOW, LOVE IS THE KEY, NEVER EVER EVER GIVE UP, LOVE IS A POWER LOVE IS THE KEY.
Family? I have Four amazing powerful children and one of the oldest of seven children and a grandmother to three.
If so, how do you balance family and business? I take a lot of energy, time management, but the most important thing I have found is by letting them know how valued and worth they are to me and that the are my most important priority. That their lives matter to me, I involve them in my work when and where I can. Teaching them to respect the work that I do.
Favorite book? Bible, Change Your Thoughts Change Your Mind, As a Man Thinketh, Chicken Soup for the Soul, What the Bleep do We Know.
What do you do to relax? Walk in the mountains and put my feet in a cold stream and meditate, and talk to my very best friend.
What do you want to change most about your world? Bring a level of hope and joy to others lives.
What are you most proud of? My children, my accomplishments as a women, in my home, in my personal accomplishments, Establishing the second largest non profit in the world, my faith in God even in the most tragic circumstances, watching others succeed after my programs.
What advice would you like to offer other Start Up Princesses? Always stand tall and see the divine strength of who you really are and that nothing is impossible, never ever give up on your dream, LISTEN to the spirit and your inner compass, don’t be afraid to ask questions or for help. You will be turned down a lot, but there may be one really wonderful Fairy Godmother or Fathers out there.
Favorite Magic Wand (tool/resource)? Listen to your inter compass, determination, courage, confidence, internet, social marketing, networking, and finding mentors.
If you could design a tiara, what precious stones would you use? Diamonds and a large sapphire. It is the stone that represents the gift to see all things as they really are.
Introducing Cindy W. Morrison, Author, Consultant and Speaker
February 3, 2010
Some people say you can’t have everything, but obviously those people haven’t met Cindy W. Morrison. With an amazing career as a former journalist and now as an author and consultant, Cindy is sharing her wisdom in her new book Girlfriends 2.0. How do women upgrade their life personally and professionally? The answer is simple: surround yourself with positive girlfriends and watch yourself soar!
We are pleased to present Cindy W. Morrison, our newest Fairy Godmother at StartupPrincess. Enjoy!
Hometown: Lubbock, Texas
Current Residence: Tulsa, Oklahoma
Education: Graduate of the University of Oklahoma
Professional Background: Emmy award winning journalist spent 20 years as a mainline TV news anchor and investigative reporter. She worked in Oklahoma City and Tulsa earning an Emmy, Peabody and Gracie Allen award. After a layoff because of the economy in 2009, Cindy successfully reinvented herself by hitting a speaking circuit, writing a book and creating her own consulting business. She now teaches people to reboot and upgrade through networking, social media and branding so they can make more money and live a better life.
What you wanted to be when you grew up: TV news anchor/Journalist
What you are: Former anchor who’s using those talents to help others.
Brief Summary of your Start Up: Helping people reboot and upgrade their personal lives (Girlfriends 2.0) and their professional lives (Reinvention 2.0)
Company Website: www.CindyWMorrison.com
What inspired you: Not letting the economy be the end of a career, but instead the start of an awesome adventure.
How long have you been in business: Since July 1st, 2009
How did you fund it: Stopped spending and started believing.
Do you have a Fairy Godmother (or Mentor)? That’s what my book “Girlfriends 2.0” is all about – how you MUST surround yourself by the best Girlfriends possible to not only survive but thrive our changing times. Fairy Godmothers are everywhere, you just have to open your heart.
Do you belong to any Business Organization or Networking Groups: Absolutely! I belong to my local Chamber of Commerce as well as the National Speakers Association, but of course social networking is king!
Current Business Challenge: Finding time to get to everything. The emails, meetings and demands can be overwhelming, but I’ve found it helps to prioritize and take a deep breath.
Favorite motivational quote: “Winners, I am convinced, imagine their dreams first. They want it with all their heart and expect it to come true. There is, I believe, no other way to live.” -Joe Montana
Family? I’ve been married since 1991 to a wonderfully supportive man. We have two young kids – a boy and a girl.
If so, how do you balance family and business? Ha! My kids remind me there’s a balance every day! Honestly, I didn’t have much balance when I was working at a TV station 60 hours a week and often at night. Now I work my schedule around my kids. I work like a maniac until 3:30 then take a break when they come home. Then I usually go back to work when they go to bed.
Favorite book? “Girlfriends 2.0”, of course!
What do you do to relax? Sleep! I wish I didn’t love sleeping, but I’m someone who definitely needs to recharge her batteries.
What do you want to change most about your world? I want to empower women to upgrade their lives personally and professionally. We truly can have it all, it just takes a village to do it and working smarter, not harder.
What are you most proud of? I’m the most proud that I didn’t curl up in a ball when I found out my TV station could no longer afford me. Being a news anchor was all I ever wanted to be and assumed I would do that through at least two face lifts. Lol! But I’ve learned change isn’t a bad thing. Suddenly taking charge of my life has shown me a strength I never knew I had and talents I’d never tapped.
What advice would you like to offer other Start Up Princesses? Believe in yourself because many people are more than happy to tell you why you can’t succeed. In my book “Girlfriends 2.0”, I tell women to dump Suzie Sabotage, Helen Hater and Negative Nancy and instead make sure they surround themselves with people who will pick you up when you fall and help you keep the faith.
Favorite Magic Wand (tool/resource): Social media! This is a great way to become an “expert” in your field and even set you up for TV interviews and build customer loyalty.
If you could design a tiara, what precious stones would you use? Diamonds! They go with EVERYTHING!
