Marguerite Battaglia has been a facilitator of Mindfulness Meditation in the tradition of Buddhist monk, Thich Nhat Hanh for 7 years though the Peaceful Heart Mindfulness Community in Buffalo, New York. (www.buffalomindfulness.org) She is a member of the Buffalo Zen Dharma Community. (www.buffalodharma.org) -She is a member of the Toronto Diamond Approach (www.diamondapproachtoronto.org) which is a spiritual path based on open ended inquiry that allows one to develop precise awareness devoid of judgment. Marguerite is a longstanding educator and is one of six founders of a charter school, The Elmwood Village Charter School located in Buffalo, NY. She recently completed three years as an assistant professor of education at D’Youville College. She has been a member of the Creative Education Foundation for more than 30 years, received its Leadership, Service and Commitment Award in 2000 and is an Extending/PACE leader for the Creative Problem Solving Institute. 716-877-5716 mbattaglia59@gmail.com 80 Chatham Ave. Buffalo, NY 14216     

How to do Six Cool Things

Bruce is a legend in his own mind, is a Professor in the Exceptional Education Department at Buffalo State College and the ‘Head Honcho’ of HumorCreativity.Com. Bruce is author of How to Motivate Audiences: 121 Warmups, Icebreakers and Activities for Promoting Creative Problem Solving, Teamwork and Laughter and 20 Magic Tricks for the Magically Impaired (DVD). He is a Colleague in the Creative Education Foundation, a member of the International Brotherhood of Magicians, an Associate with the Center for Development of Human Services, a certified Laughter Leader and a member of the Association for Applied and Therapeutic Humor. Bruce has conducted numerous programs on humor, creativity, team building, educating individuals with disabilities, coping with difficult people, communication, self-esteem, and managing stress. In his spare time, Dr. Baum is a Rocket Scientist, Bronco Rider, Taxidermist, Explorer, Brain Surgeon and Gourmet. (716) 878-4639 885-2045 (home) 880-6299 (cell) baumrb@buffalostate.edu  www.humorcreativity.com

Arji is an energy worker ( Usui Reiki Master), sound healer and dream teacher with a private practice based in Niskayuna (near Albany) New York. As an avid proponent of Re-Hellenization based on the ancient Asclepian model. Arji has studied extensively with internationally-known dream explorer Robert Moss, and sound healing pioneer Jonathan Goldman, and holds degrees both in psychology and counseling. Her work reflects a deep commitment to assisting others in achieving radiant health, self-knowledge, and personal empowerment through various energetic and visionary arts and skills. Music, meditation and spontaneous Flowspace are her greatest teachers. She can be reached at “Energy & Sound” (518)374-2258, or email:platonia@aol.com.

How do we know it's Creative?

Joanne is an educational psychologist working in higher education. She completed a Masters degree in Creative Studies and has worked internationally as a trainer and educator in a variety of business and educational settings. Joanne has developed small talents in piano, voice, painting, and dance. She is interested in play, dance, music, art, drama, and meditation as they are expressions of soul creativity. curranjm@oneonta.edu  ((607) 431-9961

Andre is Co-Director of the Creativity Institute. He is an engineer, inventor, author, and seminar leader. He has facilitated "Creative-Innovation" projects at AT&T, Bell Labs, Ogilvy and Mathers, United Technologies, Federal Reserve and the DOD. He is the author of The Creative Genius Book, Zingers, TRIZ - 40 Principles of Inventing, Instant Selling and has co-authored the creativity chapter in The Advertising Managers Handbook (1997) and The Tao of Living on Purpose (1998). Andre is creator of INVENTIUM ® Card Game and the inventor of the "Flasher" (an anti-theft auto device), and the co-creator of the "Creativity Machine", a creativity computer software program.  (212) 289-8856  creativityinstitute@juno.com   www.nextideacreativityconference.com

Quantum Creativity

Judith is the Director of the Passionate Path Institute, a subdivision of the Creativity Institute. She is very involved in the arts and the use of creative self expression for self discovery, personal growth, fun, well being and beauty. Judith explores the many links between the arts, mystic spirituality and quantum physics. She uses her background as a psychotherapist and sculptor to help herself and others find their “Tao” or “Way” through creative self expression and harvesting subconscious wisdom. She is the Co-author of The Tao of Living on Purpose and the author of Creativity Therapy, Connectium and Getting Stone: The Tao of Sculpting. Judy and Andre are engaged in a “creative living project” which some have labeled as “Extreme Living”. (212) 289-8856 creativityinstitute@juno.com  www.nextideacreativityconference.com  www.flickr.com/photos/taosculpting

Eileen is president of Doyle Consulting; a qualitative market research firm that conducts focus groups and taste tests. Moderating specialties include online focus groups, consumer products, kids, travel, pharmaceuticals and insurance. Her facilitation style includes creative problem solving, projective techniques, team building and laughter! Eileen is co-founder of the New England Creativity Group and co-chair of the New England Chapter of the Qualitative Research Consultants Association. Her favorite credential is Certified Laughter Leader. 781-652-0452 eileendoyle@gmail.com

Unlocking Your Immunity to Change

 Newell Eaton is an executive coach and change facilitator who helps leaders build healthy organizations and communities. For the past 35 years business, government, and community leaders have sought Newell
out for his creative capacity to facilitate real and lasting change in very challenging situations. Most recently, He has been working with leaders in the computer gaming, alternative energy, bio-tech, pharmaceutical, real estate and executive search fields along with a broad range of government and not-for-profit organizations. newell.eaton@gmail.com  http://www.linkedin.com/in/newelleaton 518.669.3136 cell

Storytelling with Clay

Pam is a professional artist and educator. Her sculptures and installations have been exhibited throughout New England including First Night, Boston. Her work is included in two books: Art and Healing - Using Expressive Therapies to Heal Your Mind, Body and Spirit by Barbara Ganim and Art.Rage.Us - The Art and Writings of Women with Breast Cancer. Please visit her website at  www.pamgolden.com pgolden@pamgolden.com 781 - 635 - 4833
 

Creative Transitions

Sheri is an artist and educator who believes everyone is an artist in some medium, be it paint, music, food, gardening, child-rearing, or creating beautiful pivot tables. She founded Art-Think, an arts and education organization, to provide opportunities for individuals and groups to express and to think about creativity. Through Art-Think, Sheri has facilitated creativity workshops and taught painting classes for people of all ages in New England and Washington State, including oil, acrylic and watercolor courses at the Cambridge Center for Adult Education and The Cancer Center at Lowell General Hospital. Sheri's "day job" is creating clinical and commercial labeling at Biogen Idec in Cambridge, MA. skennedy@art-think.com 

Archetypal Connections

Mary Ann Smorra, Ed.D., is a Professor of Education at Georgian Court University, New Jersey, USA. Mary Ann also serves as a presenter and performer for organizations located nationally and internationally, including England, Turkey, Brazil, Italy, and South Africa. As a Colleague of CEF. Current publications include Music: A Facilitator of Reading Skills, NJASCD Journal; Clinical Supervision Revisited: A Collaborative and Reflective Leadership Model. Mary Ann embraces the roles of teacher-learner, traveler and creative artist! CEF Colleague, CEF Leadership Service and Commitment Award MSmorra@aol.com

Sw. Laraaji Nadananda, initiated into sunyas in 1985 with a special ceremony By Shri Brahmananda Saraswati in the USA. He is a devotee of Nada Yoga, union with the Everpresent source through the liberating power of Nadam, cosmic sound current. He is extensively experienced in matters of Hilarity and light heartedness. Has been a stand up night club comedian and writer, film actor, Jazz Musician, composer and now performs and records exquisite soundtracks of original new music for wellness, inspiration, relaxation, meditative atmosphere and celebration featuring the unique sound of Electric open tuned zither/harps, African thumb pianos (Kalimba), free style vocal, keyboards and Portable percussion. He has developed his own style of Laughter workshops which emphasizes the therapeutic use of your laughter for interior stimulation and self love. His love for dance and creative movement aligned with yogic vision is shared along with a mastery of impromptu musical expression. You can experience him on the Web by searching "Laraaji" at www.Google.com and www.YouTube.com (to hear his music) or contact at him at 212-281-0053 laraaji@yahoo.com

Russ Schoen helps individuals, teams and organizations adopt a mindset, toolset and skill-set to unleash creative behavior. He has delivered creativity, innovation and leadership programs worldwide including programs in Singapore, Italy, Australia, England, India, New Zealand, South Africa and the US. A sampling of organizations he works with include: Discover, International Fragrance & Flavors, SC Johnson and Leo Burnett. Russ is an Adjunct Professor at the International Center for Studies in Creativity where he teaches graduate courses in facilitating creative process. He is a contributing author to a number of innovation-related materials including the Foursight and Ingenious Thinking suite of materials. In addition, Russ is cofounder of the Creative Youth Leadership academy which teaches creative problem solving skills to teens. When he is not working, he can be found in Chicago practicing aikido, improvising and learning Italian. Russ has a M.S. in Creativity, innovation & Change Leadership. www.RussSchoen.com 773.858.8066  russ@russschoen.com

Using Signature Strengths

Bruce is a humorous and engaging session leader. He uses experiential approaches to make his sessions personal, meaningful and fun. Bruce is a certified Emotional Fitness Coach and Coach Instructor. He has also studied Non-Violent Communication under Marshall Rosenberg, Inner Journey Facilitation under Michael Schiesser and other modes of personal development under a variety of learned and gifted teachers. He has an international reputation designing and implementing career development systems. Bruce has presented workshops throughout North America at Counselling and Career Development Conferences and Creativity Conferences including CPSI, Mindcamp, Next Idea Creativity Conference and Atlanta Creativity Exchange.

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Transformation Through Metaphors

Scott is known for helping people make significant positive change in just a few sessions. He’s presented seminars at the United Nations, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Learning Annex, Society for Ethical Culture, Make-A-Wish Foundation, Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, and Gilda’s Club (for anyone touched by cancer). Scott’s unique and creative combination of credentials enable him to deliver these high impact mind-body seminars: Ph.D. in Philosophy (including several years of doctoral research in Germany), Co-founder of a Madison Avenue pharmaceutical consulting and training company, Certified Hypnotist, and NLP Master Practitioner. (914) 699-1238 Scott_E_Weiner@yahoo.com   (underscores between the t and E and between the E and W) www.ScottEWeiner.com

Improv-Writing

Amy is an experienced facilitator, writer and communications professional, who has presented numerous creativity and communication workshops at conferences in the United States, United Kingdom, and South Africa. She has worked as a communications consultant with clients in health care, business, education, and the arts, and presently lives in western Massachusetts where she directs the public relations activities for a community hospital. Amy earned her B.S. in Performance Studies from Northwestern University and her Master’s in Education from Antioch/New England Graduate School. 413-773- 3033 riverrun56@verizon.net

Win Wenger, Ph.D., has pioneered more new methods for creative problem-solving than anyone else living today except one, and more new methods for improving learning and teaching than anyone else living except possibly one. Win has authored and published more than fifty books including Discovering The Obvious and, this year, 3 Easy Tactics to Use in Your Classroom - How to Teach Smarter Not Harder, also How To Increase Your Intelligence (in 1972, decades before scientific research on the phenomenon of brain plasticity made intelligence-building a permitted topic for polite discussion). Win co-authored The Einstein Factor, and two of his three best-known audio courses have been major best-sellers. These past two years, the students of the first school to use Win's teaching methods have more than quadrupled how fast and well that they are progressing in levels of academic achievement, and nearly all their graduates have won scholarships. www.winwenger.com WWenger101@aol.com 301-048-1122

How to have an Unforgettably Creative Life

Steve is a physician and dermatologist and is in part time practice. He is also a professional speaker, and for the last 15 years has been giving keynotes and facilitating workshops internationally and nationwide including such topics as, How to Have An Unforgettably Positive Lift�; How to Deal With Difficult People¦ And Look Forward To It!�; How to Give Passionate and Powerful Presentations,� and How to Re-Enter the ˜Real World".� While his primary audiences have been in the medical field, his talks have universal applications, and are filled with humor, spirited feelings and creative moments, and are guaranteed to leave participants in a wonder-filled place. Contact Steve at (617) 277-8332 One Brookline Place, Suite 406 Brookline, MA 02445  www.steveshama.com