Christine Duffy
President and Chief Executive Officer
Maritz Travel Company
www.Maritz.com

President and chief executive officer of Maritz Travel, Christine Duffy also serves on the board of the US Travel Association where she has been a strong advocate in the media and on Capitol Hill for the value of meetings and incentive travel. Named one of the "25 Most Influential Executives of 2007" by Business Travel News, Duffy served on the Meeting Professionals International (MPI) Board of Directors for six years— including one year as Chairwoman—and also founded MPI's Women's Leadership Initiative. Duffy was inducted into the Convention Industry Council Hall of Leaders in 2007.

JUDY CARTER
Motivational Keynote Speaker

www.judycarter.com

One of America’s top motivational humorists, Judy Carter has become an expert in showing how comedic techniques can help everyone deal with stress and change. Her work with Corporate America has made her a sought after speaker and has lead to her being featured in the Wall Street Journal, New York Times, and Success Magazine. Author of The Comedy Bible—deemed among the "Top 10 Comedy Essentials" by the Washington Post and one of Oprah’s favorite books—Judy and spouse live in Venice Beach, California with permission of their pets.

SHANNON GETTINS
Emcee

www.shannongettins.com

Shannon Gettins has been wowing audiences as a comedienne for over 6 years and her humor has earned her critical acclaim along with top spot at the California Comedy Conference in 2006 and the finals of California's Funniest Female in 2007. A coach at Judy Carter’s Comedy Workshops, Shannon is the founder of Comedy Relief, a program that teaches stand-up comedy and Improv all over Southern California. She also regularly writes material for comics, professional speakers, and CEO's across the country.