Presenting the Presenters

Study Skills and Tutoring Service
781.856.2484
jagclark@comcast.net

In addition to teaching high school English and history at an all-girl school for five years, Julie Clark has held positions as Assistant Editor at the MIT Press and Director of Education at the Sylvan Learning Center in Chelmsford. These days, Julie uses a positive, fun-filled curriculum she designed to teach students the skills that can make schoolwork easier and more effective. Learning and implementing strategies for note taking, reading, test prep and more to pull out of a 'toolbox' when the situation calls for them, eliminates the need for worry and frustration. Her enthusiastic love of teaching and experience working with middle and high school girls makes Julie Clark a perfect presenter for Self Discovery Week for Girls.

978.479.4110
Luann1212@comcast.net
www.LuannColombo.com

Luann Colombo has been putting science into the hands of children and their parents for almost two decades. Nearly five million of her 42 children's books and games are currently in print in English and several other languages. Luann has also published curriculum for children's television programs such as Bill Nye, the Science Guy and NOVA as well as for museums and schools. She certainly has the right credentials. She earned a BS in both Biology and Psychology and a Masters in Science Education. Now Colombo has found a way to combine her love of science and health. She says being a wellness educator provides an opportunity to share the science of health, nutrition and disease prevention. Luann's love of teaching young people continues at her church, where she is the Senior Youth Advisor. As such, she has taught several teen classes on self esteem and relationships. Over the past few years, Luann has also led several teen groups doing service through reconstruction in New Orleans, following Hurricane Katrina.

Steve DiOrio has been studying Martial Arts since 1976 and he's been teaching it to others ever since. He holds black belts in several different martial arts styles and recently earned the rank of Master Instructor in Uechi Ryu, which he currently teaches through the Westwood Recreation Department, at Brandeis University and, of course, at A Week of Self Discovery. Steve believes that fun leads to passion, passion leads to commitment and commitment leads to Mastery. His goal is to instill a passion for the Martial Arts in all students, so that they will make Martial Arts training a part of the rest of their lives.

A Spacious Place
Post Office Box 593
Clinton MA 01510
978.895.6362
Rebecca@TheSpaciousPlace.com
www.TheSpaciousPlace.com

Rebecca Burley has been organizing all her life – from tidying her room as a kid and managing a busy schedule as a home-schooled student, to assisting friends and family with their problem spaces. Realizing her organizing aptitude could help more than just those in her immediate circle, she began A Spacious Place in 2006. Her passion is to help people discover space they never knew they had. Rebecca operates with the philosophy that every client is different and unique. In order to help them create the life and space they want, she listens to their preferences and needs then builds organizing strategies around each individual. She prides herself on delivering excellent client experiences and functional, practical solutions. Rebecca is a member of NAPO (National Association of Professional Organizers) and active member of the NAPO-New England chapter where she networks with other organizers and remains on the cutting edge of the organizing industry. She currently serves on the NAPO-NE Board of Directors as Secretary since 2008. She is also a member of the Wachusett, Corridor 9 and Middlesex West Chambers of Commerce as well as the Women's Business Network. Based in Clinton, MA, A Spacious Place™ serves clients throughout the Metro West, Middlesex and Worcester area.

The Westford Center for Counseling and Holistic Therapies
Building B Suite 1D
234 Littleton Road
Westford MA 01886
978.392.5998
MollySalans@MollySalans.com
www.MollySalans.com

In addition to teaching high school English and history at an all-girl school for five years, Julie Clark has held positions as Assistant Editor at the MIT Press and Director of Education at the Sylvan Learning Center in Chelmsford. These days, Julie uses a positive, fun-filled curriculum she designed to teach students the skills that can make schoolwork easier and more effective. Learning and implementing strategies for note taking, reading, test prep and more to pull out of a 'toolbox' when the situation calls for them, eliminates the need for worry and frustration. Her enthusiastic love of teaching and experience working with middle and high school girls makes Julie Clark a perfect presenter for Self Discovery Week for Girls.

Certified Yoga Instructor, RYT
Circle of Stones Yoga Studio
111 Applewood Lane
Clinton MA 01510
978.706.1478
karen@circleofstonesyoga.com
www.circleofstonesyoga.com

A true multi-tasker, when she's not helping clients or teaching seminars through Emerge, Karen Scibinico is a certified yoga instructor and a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) with Yoga Alliance. She has been practicing yoga for more than 20 years and specializes in Ashtanga and Iyengar. Karen brings a unique perspective to her teaching, adapting her classes to the needs and abilities of her students. She teaches children and adults of all ages, both at her studio as well as on-site at corporations, schools, colleges and other organizations.

Leadership and Career Coach
Emerge
111 Applewood Lane
Clinton MA 01510
978.706.1478
karen@emergewithcoaching.com
www.emergewithcoaching.com

As a dean and director of the Center for Executive and Professional Education at Bentley University, Karen Scibinico led a team of faculty and administrators delivering professional development programs both on campus and at corporate locations. Her extensive background enables Karen to connect with young people who are beginning a career, experienced professionals seeking a transition and seasoned executives who want to move to the next level or explore other options. Regardless of whether she is coaching individuals or presenting group seminars, Karen motivates others to strengthen their skills and reach their goals. Karen served in leadership positions in higher education, business, public education and several professional organizations before joining Jan Stewart as a partner in Emerge. Working with individuals or corporations, at Emerge the goal is to serve the client's needs in the best possible way. Karen and Jan combine their experience in business, education and non-profits with their professional training from the Coaches Training Institute in San Rafael, CA. They design and implement programs that provide interactive opportunities for learning, growth and change.

Emerge
Post Office Box 1001
Littleton, MA 01460
978.952.6984 
jan@EmergeWithCoaching.com
www.EmergeWithCoaching.com

Like most humans, Jan Stewart recognizes that she was born with two ears and one mouth. She believes that means she should listen twice as much as she talks . . . and she does! As a life and career coach, Jan listens, clarifies and acknowledges her clients' skills and talents. She is uniquely gifted with an aptitude for recognizing individual and team strengths and bringing vitality to any group. Her coaching style allows people to grow personally and professionally. Prior to founding Emerge, Jan held leadership roles as a program director and operations manager in the public and private sector. An accomplished writer, Jan most recently served as chapter president of an international business networking organization. She leverages her previous experience to partner with municipalities, public and private schools and non-profit organizations to facilitate meetings and coach individuals. Working with individuals or corporations, at Emerge, the goal is to serve the client's needs in the best possible way. Jan and her business partner Karen Scibinico combine their experience in business, education and non-profits with their professional training from the Coaches Training Institute in San Rafael, CA. They design and implement programs that provide interactive opportunities for learning, growth and change.

Harsip & Stuart, P.C.
289 Great Road, Suite 101
Acton, MA 01720
978.264.0480 x34
sarah.stuart@harsip-stuart.com
www.harsip-stuart.com

As an attorney specializing in domestic relations, Sarah Stuart has seen her share of agreements – legal and otherwise – gone bad. Very bad. As a result, she believes that the art of negotiation is key to every good deal. Learning how to decide what to agree to and terms that are unacceptable before shaking hands or signing on the dotted line is an important life skill. She should know. Before being admitted to Massachusetts Bar and joining Graham & Harsip, P.C., Sarah worked with justices of several Family Courts. She's performed legal research and wrote memoranda in areas of domestic relations and equity. These days, she acts as negotiator-in-chief between couples who want to separate or divorce. Sarah is convinced that teaching young ladies how to make the right decisions and resist pressure from their peer group is empowering. She is committed to helping girls shape situations to ensure that their interests are protected. From rules about curfew, buying that first car or interviewing for a first job, knowing how to negotiate is a valuable tool females can use throughout their lives.

Living Six Graces
603.714.0030
trudieyoung@livingsixgraces.com
www.livingsixgraces.com

Trudie Young thinks Cyndi Lauper has it right. Girls just wanna have fun! Trudie worked in project management and production services at Fidelity Investments for years before breaking free of the corporate world to pursue a career in – playing! These days, you might find Trudie, aka The Recess Lady, teaching adults how to jump rope, skip, use a hula hoop, play jacks, fly paper airplanes, make clothespin dolls, experiment with Play-Doh™ and Tinker Toys™ and more. She believes, as Stuart Brown of the National Institute For Play claims, that creative people find an outlet that's right for them and that part of the creative process is play. When she isn't busy teaching others how to play, Trudie presents workshops on how to explore gratitude and find simplicity. She is a certified leader of workshops for women based on the six principles of the NY Times #1 best-selling book, Simple Abundance, A Daybook of Comfort and Joy. Trudie trained with Simple Abundance author Sarah Ban Breathnach and now shares her soul-felt teachings. An avid personal gratitude journal keeper, Trudie and many other experts advise on the important role gratitude plays in having happiness and joy. Through discussions and activities, participants explore their blessings and find simplicity, while defining order. The goal is to feel the harmony and have a panoramic vision of the beauty — all leading to joy.