Michele has received her professional Coach training and certification from The Coaches Training Institute. She has also received her Professional Certified Coach (PCC) designation from the International Coach Federation. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Florida in Advertising, with a minor in Psychology, has studied French linguistics at the University of Paris - Sorbonne, Paris, France and has a degree in Graphic Design from the Art Institute of Atlanta. Facilitator for CA GEAR UP. Consultant and curriculum development for RT Fisher Educational Enterprises, The Educators' Institute and the Center for Tutoring Excellence. Speaker and former international radio show host - "Inspired Business – Courage, Risk & Raising a Ruckus"; Co-Author of two books "A Guide to Getting It – A Clear Compelling Vision" and "Bite Size Tips for the New Entrepreneur – Wisdom From The Experts Who've Made It"; ExecutiveBoard member, Berkeley Chamber of Commerce; Graphic Designer and Creative Director in web development and multimedia; watercolor artist and oil painter.