I was lucky enough to help the amazing team at Ingram Barge to ignite their teams at four Leadership Retreats early this year.   I’ve never met a company who did more to walk their talk. They have values, integrity, heart and true family values. I shared a climbing story which they used as an analogy for achieving their own objectives. They launched Sustainability Summits for 2009 and are  looking honestly at their business and reducing their environmental impact. They are exploring what it means to be green in the transportation business. Who knew that the quiet giant in Nashville, Tennessee would be so darn serious about doing the right thing. The best companies take the time to step away from their business and establish big summits for the team to achieve.  But companies like Ingram Barge take the time, effort and money to involve the hearts and minds of their teams and to show them what it means to everyone on the team. Involvement and true commitment… yes even in these times Now , more than ever. Kudos to Ingram Marine Group and to the entire leadership team. They are a company to watch. www.ingrambarge.com.

Littleton Hospital Conference at the Mount Washington Resort in Bretton Woods, NH. Over 300 women gathered to learn, be inspired and connect with other great women. Ages 20-90… I was so excited that so many attended my workshop on Using your Strengths to Create An Extraordinary Life. We had such a phenomenal day. After a healthy lunch in the ballroom with the perfect view of Mount Washington we were treated to a keynote concert by Jana Stanfield, www.janastanfield.com. Jana had the whole room laughing and crying and coming together. What a wonderful way to spend Mother’s Day. You should check out the new conference center and spa at the Mount Wash… the decor alone will take your breath away.

Identifying your Strengths.... What energizes and excites you?