Deborah was selected by Auburn University’s Samuel Ginn College of Engineering to produce a DVD training program based on her seminar, “Technically Speaking: Presentation Skills for Engineers and Technical Professionals.” She is a contributing author in the book “Live Every Day Motivated, Successful and Happy,” by James & Brookfield Publishers. Deborah was nominated for the 2006 Small Business Award, sponsored by the Greater Birmingham Area Chamber of Commerce.
Deborah received her undergraduate degree from Auburn University in Education/Speech Pathology. She received a Master’s Degree in Speech Pathology from the University of Montevallo.
Her professional affiliations and accreditations include:
- National Speakers Association, Alabama Chapter (Past President)
- American Society for Training and Development, Greater Birmingham Chapter (Past President)
- American Speech-Language and Hearing Association
- Corporate Speech Pathology Network (Past National Board Member)
- National Association of Women Business Owners (Past National Board Member)
- Speech and Hearing Association of Alabama (2010 Publicity Chair)
Deborah undergoes continuous professional development and training in the field of business communication skills, including the Voice Methods Workshop at the College of William and Mary, Weekender at Woodbury: A Voice & Body Workshop (developed by Arthur Lessac), National Speakers Association, Executive Communication Group, and Compton’s Pronouncing English as a Second Language.
