4/17/2008MARCUS BUCKINGHAM, WILL SHARE HIS PRICELESS INSIGHT ON "I HATE MY JOB" INTERVENTIONS WITH THE OPRAH AUDIENCE TODAY!
The Oprah Show on KMBC – Channel 9 – 4:00pm Central/Mountain
 Numerous people say Friday is their favorite day of the week simply because it's the finale to yet another dreadful week at the office. Statistics show that 84% of U.S. workers are despondent in their jobs. One of the most sought-after career experts, business, leadership, & keynote speaker and best-selling author, Marcus Buckingham, will share advice on how to go to work each day and LOVE your job while reaching new levels of success and happiness! Watch how he takes Oprah and a team of 30 working women through an extraordinary workshop. If you're disillusioned with your career and feel your job is sucking the life out of you, find out how you can turn your current situation around!
A subject of in-depth profiles in The New York Times, Fortune, and Fast Company, Buckingham, now an independent consultant, author, and business leadership keynote speaker, is considered one of the world's leading authorities on employee productivity and the practices of leading and managing. He is a member of the Secretary of State's Advisory Committee on Leadership and Management.
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3/14/2008Global Business Expert to Deliver Keynote at 2008 British American Business International (BABI) London Gateway Conference
Globalization: The Second Wave
March 14 2008 Chicago, IL (USA): Leading global business expert John A. Caslione, President and CEO of GCS Business Capital LLC (GCS) has been selected by the British American Business International (BABI) to present this year's keynote address at its annual conference on 20th May 2008 in London (UK). Mr. Caslione's keynote speech will serve as the centerpiece for the theme of this year's conference - its title: Globalization: The Second Wave.
Globalization: The First Wave was the entry of over a billion workers from emerging Asian markets into the global workforce. This influx of new labor into the global economy resulted in major industry restructuring, strategic offshore movements, outsourcing, and the emergence of new competition unrestricted by national borders spawning unprecedented opportunities and creating rising political tensions along the way.
Globalization: The Second Wave, which only recently began is focused on two new powerful forces: integration of the world's capital markets and the addition of over a billion new consumers in the world marketplace and growing.
The conference will feature a series of speeches and presentations led by distinguished diplomats from the US and the UK, along with leading global business leaders who will contribute to the event: The Honorable Robert H. Tuttle (US Ambassador to the Court of St James's - UK); Sir Nigel Sheinwald
KCMG (UK Ambassador to the United States); Ian Davis (Managing Director, McKinsey & Co.); Dan Glaser (Chairman and CEO, Marsh Inc.); Jim O'Neill (Head of Global Economic Research, Goldman Sachs); and John Micklethwait (Editor-in-Chief, The Economist), among others.
For more information about the event, visit: www.londongateway.org.
3/4/2008David Naster Makes Them …
 Comedic speaker, David Naster's latest book "When Work Gets Tough-You Just Have To Laugh" won the 2008 Best Humor Book award from The Association for Applied and Therapeutic Humor (AATH). This decoration has become an annual standard for Naster as his first book "You Just Have To Laugh through Tough Times" was awarded the Best Humor Book Award from the AATH in 2007.
The Association for Applied and Therapeutic Humor (AATH) is an international community of professionals who incorporate humor into their daily lives. AATH is the leader in providing evidence-based information about current research and practical applications of humor.
FIVE STAR Speakers is incredibly proud to acknowledge such accomplishments!
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2/29/2008
Financial Journalist Stacey Tisdale is Latest Addition to
Operation HOPE's Northeastern Board
Author, business reporter and recognized authority on financial literacy teams
with non-profit to advance Silver Rights Movement in New York region
LOS ANGELES, CA – February 28, 2008 --- Financial literacy nonprofit Operation HOPE (HOPE) announced today that (on-air) business and financial  issues journalist Stacey Tisdale has been named to serve on the nonprofit's Northeastern Board. In her new role, Ms. Tisdale will help champion HOPE's efforts to raise financial literacy for adults and children around the world.
Author of the acclaimed book "The True Cost of Happiness: The Real Story Behind Managing Your Money", Ms. Tisdale has reported for the business news division of CBS, PBS, as well as the U.S. Contributor for Shattered: Breaking the Glass Ceiling, a magazine for professional women.
Ms. Tisdale's impressive 15-year career has afforded her the opportunity to work within all of the CNN networks, including CNN, Headline News and Marketsource. The Marymount College graduate, wife and mother has also been featured on "The Oprah Winfrey Show," in Oprah Magazine, and frequently appears on NBC's "Today Show" as a financial expert.
"Operation HOPE continually delivers on the promise of financial independence, providing access to and education about a host of services desperately needed in low-wealth communities. The organization's Founder is playing a pivotal role in the newly created White House Financial Literacy Advisory Council, which will actually create policy that will raise financial literacy. As a new member of the Northeastern Board, I am honored to join HOPE in its unprecedented national and international efforts," said Ms. Tisdale.
HOPE Chairman and CEO John Hope Bryant is delighted that Ms. Tisdale agreed to join the organization's Silver Right's Movement. "Stacey Tisdale is a dedicated, infectious journalist who is both business and media savvy. We wholeheartedly welcome the leadership skills that she brings and value her commitment to helping others help themselves."
Comprised of some of the nation's most powerful executives, decision-makers, bankers and economists, the HOPE Board is made up of seven regional boards, a national board and global advisory board. "I am honored to work with outstanding individuals who are willing to play an essential role in providing insight and guidance to this organization's direction," said Michael Smith, Northeastern Board Chairman and president of the New York Banker's Association. "Years ago I knew Stacey's father, Charlie Tisdale, who was a well known leader in the community development area in Bridgeport, Connecticut. I am certain Stacey will bring her father's sense of community service to Operation HOPE."
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About Operation HOPE, Inc.
Operation HOPE (HOPE) is a leading global nonprofit social investment banking and financial literacy empowerment organization. Through various initiatives and its three principal programs: Banking on Our Future (teaching youth about financial empowerment), HOPE Coalition America (financial emergency preparedness and recovery), and the HOPE Center Banking Network (loans, bill pay, computer literacy, understanding banking principles), HOPE is at the forefront of a "silver rights" movement, making free enterprise and capitalism relevant to all underserved communities. For more information, visit us at http://www.operationhope.org
About Stacey Tisdale
Stacey Tisdale is an Author of the acclaimed book “The True Cost of Happiness: The Real Story Behind Managing Your Money”, Ms. Tisdale has reported for the business news division of CBS, PBS, as well as the U.S. Contributor for Shattered: Breaking the Glass Ceiling, a magazine for professional women. Ms. Tisdale’s impressive 15-year career has afforded her the opportunity to work within all of the CNN networks, including CNN, Headline News and Marketsource. The Marymount College graduate, wife and mother has also been featured on “The Oprah Winfrey Show,” in Oprah Magazine, and frequently appears on NBC’s “Today Show” as a financial expert. Stacey also is a keynote speaker who discusses the financial & lifestyle issues facing women and minorities, life planning, social trends and new realities in the workforce.
To read more on Stacey Tisdale, go here...
To hire Stacey Tisdale as a keynote speaker for you next event contact FIVE STAR Speakers @ 913.648.6480 or by email. 2/21/2008
RAYMOND CROWE WILL PERFORM HIS WORLD FAMOUS HAND SHADOW ROUTINE:"WHAT A WONDERFUL WORLD"(AS SEEN ON YOUTUBE)
LIVE TONIGHT!
THE LATE SHOW WITH DAVID LETTERMAN ON CBS 11:30 PM Eastern/Pacific Time 10:30 PM Central/Mountain
Australian native Raymond Crowe, "The Unusualist" has been captivating audiences for over twenty years. Crowe's imaginative and breathtaking performances not only create magical, inventive segments for any event, but also exhibit his impeccable technique and dedication to his craft that is rarely seen in modern illusion acts today.
Specializing in comedy, ventriloquism, and most notably the art of hand shadow puppetry, Crowe brings an element of uniqueness to his show that far surpasses regular variety and magic entertainment. Crowe's hand shadow segment, inspired by Louis Armstrong's timeless hit "What a Wonderful World" is easily his most recognizable performance to date, having been viewed over 500,000 times on Youtube within the first week posted.
Crowe is widely known and critically acclaimed throughout the corporate and special events industries. He has performed all over the world for clients, and was the first-ever Australian magician to be on the now famous NBC TV Special - "Worlds Greatest Magic." This 4th annual TV Special was filmed before a live audience at Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas and included what are considered to be the twenty greatest magicians in the world.
To view Raymond Crowe You Tube video go here.
If you are interested in Raymond Crowe contact FIVE STAR Speakers @ 913.648.6480 or by email. 2/20/2008
 Life Balance and Leadership speaker, Libby Gill is featured in US Weekly (Feb 25th) commenting on Reality TV Star, Heidi Montag's (MTV's The Hills) embarrassing moment when her video "Higher" was released. The amateur video shot by husband, Spencer Pratt was said to be a career-ending stab at fame. Libby lends her expertise stating, "People respond to humility" and if she wanted to be taken seriously she would do well to consider "…repackaging herself and taking real singing lessons."
You can also catch Libby as a featured guest on the Jean Chatzky show on the Oprah & Friends Radio Network.
Libby Gill worked for 15 years serving as Senior Vice President at Universal Studios, VP at Sony Pictures Entertainment and Turner Broadcasting, and a consultant for Dr. Phil and Paramount Studios. Libby Gill is now an internationally respected Personal Coach, Dallas Morning News columnist, Radio Host, and bestselling Author. Libby has appeared on the Today Show, the Dr. Phil Show, CNN, National Public Radio, Fox News, CBS Early Show, The Hour of Power, Time Magazine, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, O Magazine, Good Housekeeping, Self Magazine, and many more.
To learn more about Libby, go here.
To book Libby for a speaking engagement, please contact FIVE STAR at 913.648.6480 or email and one of our experts will assist you immediately. 2/15/2008
Recession Proof Your Business…
"With talk of the economy headed for a recession, now's the time to separate your business from the rest of the pack. Jaynie Smith, President of Smart Advantage and Author of Creating Competitive Advantage gives us some tips on how to do just that."
On Sunday, February 10th, Jaynie Smith was interviewed on MSNBC's “Your Money.” During the interview Jaynie discussed how businesses of all sizes can withstand recessionary pressures and thrive. Additionally, Jaynie discusses key elements from her book on why businesses need to know their competitive advantages and what impact it will have on their success.
Whether you read her book, hear her in person, or hire a company to consult, her ideas when implemented provide companies significant information that empowers their marketing and sales teams. Also, when you uncover your company's competitive advantages, it provides greater focus for your team, increases the morale of your team, and provides greater clarity of communication to your clients.
To view Jaynie’s interview go here.
To learn more about Jaynie’s speaking and consulting services contact for FIVE STAR Speakers @ 913.648.6480 or via email.
2/14/2008Kurt and Patricia Wright will be interviewed by Bruce Schneider on the E-Factor, and we invite you to listen in and be part of it!
The date will be Next
Tuesday, February 19th, at:
12:00 noon, Eastern Time
11:00 AM Central Time,
10:00 AM Mountain Time,
9:00 AM Pacific Time
(The call will be recorded and available for listening to later if you cannot listen live. Read below for details.)
E-Factor is the popular bi-weekly, 60-minute conference call show, which explores the mindset of success, and the people who make success a reality. These are ordinary people from all walks of life, who do extraordinary things. They have become masters at who they are, what they do, and on this show, these remarkable people share their inspirational stories and secrets to help you create success in your own life.
E is for energy - the Energy of Success.
NEXT ON THE E-FACTOR: NEXT TUESDAY, February 19th
"Living in the Question"
(an interview with Kurt Wright, author of "Breaking the Rules.")
Immediately after college, Kurt joined the Pillsbury Company as a commodity trader. That's where he was first introduced to the contrarian principle of: "the crowd is always wrong." In other words, he learned to recognize that when everyone else was selling, it was probably the best time for him to be buying.
A few years later during a goal-setting contest in the Dale Carnegie Sales Course, Kurt set the first goal of his life: to become a world famous motivational speaker within 10 years. As he began to think about how reach this ambitious goal, he noticed that most everyone around him seemed to be focused on what's wrong.
Remembering what he'd learned at Pillsbury about the crowd being always wrong, he quickly saw how he could become a lone player on an empty stage, with no competition in sight, by simply becoming the world's leading expert on "what's right."
More specifically, he decided to focus his life on understanding what each of us are like at our very best, and how to be that way more of the time. Thirty eight years of asking that question have led both Kurt and his wife and business partner, Patricia, to some remarkable and exciting discoveries.
Join the E-Factor on Tuesday, February 19th when Kurt and Patricia Wright join Bruce Schneider to talk about questions; what a powerful effect they have on our life--the energy we generate, the insights we gain and answers that show up, the resources we draw to us, and the miracles we can manifest--all as a result of which questions we ask and how we ask them.
Go to http://www.the-efactor.com/ to register for the call!
2/11/2008
J-Mac's Releases New Book
You are the team manager and you score 20 points in less than 4 minutes at the end of the game. Seems impossible and impractical, yet is not. Jason "J-Mac" McElwain, the autistic senior basketball manager for the Greece Athena High School in Greece, a suburb of Rochester, New York who touched the hearts of America when he scored 20 points at the end of the last basketball game of the 2005-2006 season. Jason has released his new book called "The Game of My Life: A True Story of Challenge, Triumph and Growing Up Autistic" co-written by Daniel Paisner. Jason appeared on NBC Today show on February 8, 2008.
To view the Today Show: Click to view J-Mac's Interview
If you are interested in J-Mac or Coach Jim Johnson contact FIVE STAR Speakes @ 913.648.6480 or send us an email
2/6/2008
Terry Bowden will be a Guest on FIRST TAKE on ESPN2
Terry Bowden, motivational speaker and son of Bobby Bowden whom of which holds the record for most wins in the history of college football, will be a guest on ESPN2's "First Take" tomorrow morning (Wednesday 2/6). The show is hosted by Dana Jacobson and Jay Crawford with Skip Bayless as a regular contributor, and airs live from 10a-12p EST Monday through Friday on ESPN2, with a repeat immediately following from 12p-2pEST.
With Hall of Famer Bobby Knights' surprising resignation yesterday, the only NCAA, NIT, Olympic Gold and Pan America Games Gold winner hands off his head coaching career for the Texas Tech Red Raiders to his son, Pat Knight, who had already been named his father's successor in 2005.
ESPN2's "First Take" would like to get Terry's "take" on legacies and following a legend being the son of record holder, Bobby Bowden as well as being a coach himself.
Make sure to tune in to ESPN2 tomorrow at 10am EST, or set your DVRs, to catch Terry doing what he does best – analyze a situation, and TALK about it!
To hire Terry Bowden for you next event call 913.648.6480 or email us
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