What do the Cree Indians of Canada, bankers in Australia, farmers in Indiana, insurance agents in Singapore, and German fitness professionals all have in common with AT&T, IBM and Lockheed? Mikki Williams, CSP, international speaker, trainer, consultant, coach, author, radio & TV personality, entrepreneur extraordinaire and mensch (Yiddish for very real human being). OK, OK, she's got big hair, big jewelry but most of all, a big heart. Attendees everywhere, relate to her humanness, no matter what the topic... you will too.

Whether addressing the prestigious Million Dollar Round Table, or sharing the platform with Peter Drucker or Tommy LaSorda, her unique storytelling is transformational, thought provoking and she holds her audience members accountable to action. A highly sought after speaker, Mikki provides take home messages that improve the quality of people's lives. Her unique audio visual aids, not power point, or computer generated graphics but Play-Doh, PIES cards, customized goal bands, have made her programs more memorable and fun. When people laugh, they relax, they learn more. Mikki believes in the power of humor in all programs whether inspirational or business skills.

A keynoter who will come in early to meet and greet your attendees and incorporate their names and vignettes into her program, making it more relevant for them. A speaker who does her homework by researching your industry, interviewing your people, using industry jargon, customer-izing to provide the most value. Mikki reads several books a month to keep up with the latest in business and personal development. Her material is always fresh and creative, In addition to Mikki Williams Unltd., her speaking, training, consulting firm and Coaching,etc... her coaching enterprise, she is the Group Chair of two executive think tanks in Chicago, affiliated with Vistage International, the world's largest CEO membership organization.

An inspirational humorist and business motivator, her many successful careers have given her a wealth of information and experience in sales and marketing, teamwork, communication skills, customer service, creativity, change management, humor in the workplace, wellness and motivation. She has co-authored a book on customer service and produced several tapes and videos. Her inspirational life story has been optioned for a book and TV movie. An Enthusiologist™ who went from dance choreographer through nine successful careers to word choreographer, she mixes entertainment and humor with business savvy and knowledge to share insight and inspiration for life changing impact. From the corporate world to the ever changing world we live in, she is a breath of fresh air; outrageous, fun, stimulating, informative and most of all, real!

For all of you left brainers or C personalities (for more on that, hire Mikki to administer the DISC profile for teamwork, relationships, spousal programs, customer service or sales).

• Earned her designation as CSP, Certified Speaking Professional, an honor bestowed on less than eight percent of the National Speakers Association's 3800+ members worldwide.
• Featured on the front page of The Wall Street Journal and the money column of USA Today
• Named one of the Outstanding Connecticut Women of the Decade by the United Nations
• ABC did a television documentary about her life, entitled "A Better Way"
• She has spoken on every continent (except Antarctica), at President Mandela's South African home and two times at The White House.
• BS degree, Ithaca College,(no way am I telling you what year)
• MBA (almost) University of New Haven
• MLE Master of Life Experiences
• Awarded the National Speakers Association Golden Mike Award
• Small Business Advocate of the Year
• Entrepreneur of the Year
• International Business Person of the Year
• Finalist, Judge, Keynote speaker for INC. Magazine's Entrepreneur of the Year
• First President of the Entrepreneurial Women's Network
• Celebrity Chef for March of Dimes Gourmet Gala
• Celebrity "Waitress" for Leukemia Society
• Served on the Reebok Advisory Board
• Presidential Sports Award
• Served on the Governing Board of the Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts
• Member of MPI, Meeting Professionals International
• Member of CCTB, Chicago Convention and Tourism Bureau
• Contributing writer to industry and commercial publications

Former careers/businesses in chronological order:

Professional dancer theatre, nightclub, Latin		Physical Education Instructor Recreation Director
Wife and Mother my most esteemed roles		The Happy Cooker (really!) gourmet catering and party planning
a dance class award winning, nationally recognized dance studio		The Body Firm health club
Kisses, a boutique retail enterprise		Management consulting
Sea-ductive Adventures cruise placement agency for speakers/entertainers		Six Degrees of Wellness natural health products and related services
Mikki Williams Unltd. professional speaker/trainer/consultant in business dynamics and human potential		Coaching, etc..., executive and life management coaching
The Executive Committee Group Chair of Chief Executive 429             and Key Executive 760		Group Chair of Chief Executive 429             and Key Executive 760

Mikki was born in the Bronx, NY...an only child...but not the favorite. She lived the first quarter of her life in NYC, second quarter doing the family thing in the 'burbs of Westport, CT. Now in her third quarter, she is the poster child for the city of Chicago. OK, why is life not in thirds, you wonder? Then she'd be in her last third... too depressing! Born on the fourth of July (in case you want to send a present), she is independent, patriotic, colorful and a real firecracker!

Her hobbies include cooking (she's a gourmet cook...Martha, eat your heart out) actually she's profiled in "Martha, INC", the autobiography, on page 71. A voracious reader and wordsmith, her son, Jason teases her about her propensity towards self-help and business books when he is indeed indulging in Kierkegaard and Nietzsche. A former professional dancer, she now competes in Latin American dance (even dabbled in belly dance...she wasn't very good at it... her son, Jason, used to stand behind her and jiggle the furniture to make it look like she was moving) An athletic gal, she taught PE, owned a health club and earned the Presidential Sports Award. Although, she walked 60 miles to raise money on the Avon Breast Cancer Walk, she is not a camper...her idea of the great outdoors is the distance from the limo to the hotel lobby. She believes networking is a contact sport and she has been practicing since childhood.

Her son, Jason, who, by the way, "walks on water", lives in NYC and recently graduated from New School University. A talented singer/songwriter, actor and creative artist, he is pursuing his dream with the blessing, encouragement and support of his Mom (thankfully, not financial). By the way, did we mention, he is absolutely gorgeous (see photo, in case you think, it's just a mother thing). Click here to hear Jason sing!

Mikki has so much energy...she makes coffee nervous. One attendee came up to her after a program and asked her to hold his cell phone, as she took it, she asked why? He replied, "I just wanted to recharge my battery". As an aside, she USED to collect lips (so "puhleeze" don't send anymore:-)...a hobby (see buttons on home page) and includes a five foot lip couch in her home and assorted other lip accessories from toilet seats to artwork. More information than you needed to know...then why are you still reading?

Mikki was happy when the movie, "Brave Heart" debuted. Affirmed by Mel Gibson's short skirts and big hair, she is also comfortable with who she is. In a world where most people are trying to fit in, Mikki was born to stand out. Audiences who go beyond the exterior, find a woman who exudes confidence and credibility in her business acumen and life's lessons. Nine careers later (she's not that old, they overlapped), she continues to use the gift of self effacing humor to humanize her larger than life persona, her flamboyant style and infectious energy, to endear herself to audiences everywhere. And in line with that other Mel Gibson movie, "Forever Young", Mikki has used the same promotional photo for the last 15 years proving that you can be. She has finally succumbed to her bureaus and meeting planners teasing, (see current photo) By the way, if you thought Slip 'em a Mikki™ was too provocative, then you need Mikki's services to lighten up. If you thought it clever and creative, you need Mikki's services to enjoy.

Did we mention, Brat? (you were expecting Fido?) Mikki's lovable llasa apso (see photo)

For all of you who want to see Kathy of the famous Ferrari Factor, I've included her photo as well. (if you don't know why, you'll have to hire Mikki to hear this audience favorite).

And lastly, Mikki lives by the motto, Carpe Diem!    ...she wants to be thoroughly used up when she dies...    ...her ultimate goal is when the check to the undertaker...bounces!