Mrs Nancy Al Hamad - CEO- Education and Global Career Development Specialist - NC
DUB United Arab Emirates Web: https://bridge-thegap.com/ Email: nancyaldu22@gmail.com
Areas of Expertise: Business & Industry, Counselors, Educators, Higher Education, Human Resources, International Students, K-12, Private Practitioners, Workforce Development
As the Founder and CEO of Bridge the Gap, I lead initiatives in youth empowerment, professional training, and personalized career counseling. My credentials as the National Career Development Association (NCDA) Instructor, Global Career Development Facilitator (GCDF), NCDA Certified Career Service Provider (CCSP), and International Certified Career Coach are more than just titles; they are testaments to my unwavering commitment to guide individuals through the challenging maze of career decisions. My goal and mission are to enable the youth to bridge the gap between academic theory and practical application, helping them carve out their unique career pathways, and guiding them in honing the skills and abilities they need to succeed.I am dedicated to equipping professionals with the skills and knowledge they need, guiding and preparing them for the rapidly evolving job market.
Areas of Expertise: Business & Industry, Counselors, Educators, Higher Education, Human Resources, International Students, K-12, Private Practitioners, Workforce Development
As the Founder and CEO of Bridge the Gap, I lead initiatives in youth empowerment, professional training, and personalized career counseling. My credentials as the National Career Development Association (NCDA) Instructor, Global Career Development Facilitator (GCDF), NCDA Certified Career Service Provider (CCSP), and International Certified Career Coach are more than just titles; they are testaments to my unwavering commitment to guide individuals through the challenging maze of career decisions. My goal and mission are to enable the youth to bridge the gap between academic theory and practical application, helping them carve out their unique career pathways, and guiding them in honing the skills and abilities they need to succeed.I am dedicated to equipping professionals with the skills and knowledge they need, guiding and preparing them for the rapidly evolving job market.
Dr YASER A. BAKKAR - Career Development Professional
Mark Danaher - Career Coach
CT Web: http://www.markdanaher.com Email: mark@markdanaher.com
Mark Danaher is a Pioneering Force in School Career Development. With over 30 years of experience as a School Career Development Advisor (SCDA), Mark Danaher has established himself as a leader in the field. As a Master Trainer for the National Career Development Association's (NCDA) SCDA program, Mark has played a crucial role in shaping the curriculum and elevating the standards of career development education. Mark has held various positions throughout his career, including Career &
Mark Danaher is a Pioneering Force in School Career Development. With over 30 years of experience as a School Career Development Advisor (SCDA), Mark Danaher has established himself as a leader in the field. As a Master Trainer for the National Career Development Association's (NCDA) SCDA program, Mark has played a crucial role in shaping the curriculum and elevating the standards of career development education. Mark has held various positions throughout his career, including Career &
Rebecca M. Dedmond - Professor Emeritus
TX Web: http://www.freshmantransition.org Email: rdedmond@gwu.edu
Rebecca’s contributions to the career counseling profession launched when she co-founded a Foundation to promote business, education and community partnerships. Under her presidency of the the National Consortium of State Career Guidance Supervisors, the Planning for Life Career Planner was developed in cooperation with the US Army Recruiting Command and USA Newspapers, and disseminated to all 50 states. Working as consultant to the World Bank she established career centres at the three Universities in Ghana, West Africa. For five years she was School to Work Director for the Territory of the Virgin Islands. She has been lead presenter for the annual Freshman Transition Initiative (FTI) model and standards that she founded in 2005 (www.freshmantransition.com).A recognized Fellow by the NDDA, she also received awards for service and legislation, and NCDA Eminent Career Award, 2023. She trains SCDAs in Ghana, the US, Jamaica, face to face and virtual.Rdedmond@gwu.edu. 804-928-5890
Rebecca’s contributions to the career counseling profession launched when she co-founded a Foundation to promote business, education and community partnerships. Under her presidency of the the National Consortium of State Career Guidance Supervisors, the Planning for Life Career Planner was developed in cooperation with the US Army Recruiting Command and USA Newspapers, and disseminated to all 50 states. Working as consultant to the World Bank she established career centres at the three Universities in Ghana, West Africa. For five years she was School to Work Director for the Territory of the Virgin Islands. She has been lead presenter for the annual Freshman Transition Initiative (FTI) model and standards that she founded in 2005 (www.freshmantransition.com).A recognized Fellow by the NDDA, she also received awards for service and legislation, and NCDA Eminent Career Award, 2023. She trains SCDAs in Ghana, the US, Jamaica, face to face and virtual.Rdedmond@gwu.edu. 804-928-5890
Mary Ellen Earnhardt
MT Email: maryellen.earnhardt@mt.gov
Ms. Earnhardt has been a public educator in K-12, a college counselor, taught college classes in career development, the Director of 21st CCLC Educational program for the MT Dept. of ED and the Director of the Career Lab for the state of MT Dept. of Labor. She put together a team which worked with the state Dept of ED & the Dept. of Labor to design a MT's Personalized K-12 Career program. She has been involved with the ACTE programs for the state of MT & assisted with training and work development for the MT Career Coaches. She has had experience with diverse cultures and was instrumental in bringing the F1 in schools’ program to MT. This STEM competition assisted the Harlem students in being the First Native American Team to make it to the World competition. F1 formula is one of the Largest STEM competitions in the world. She brought the NASA program to MT, sending a group of rural students from Hot Springs, MT to Ireland, where they presented their research at the NASA Global Conference. Ms. Earnhardt has been awarded two of the Global awards—"Out Standing Career Practitioner" and the "Ken Hoyt Outstanding Career Educator Award.” She is on the Montana Technology Student Association (TSA) Board and is nationally recognized as a Career Certified Career Services Provider and Certified School Career Development Advisor. Her experience working with workforce development and academic systems brings a unique understanding of how both systems can work together.
Ms. Earnhardt has been a public educator in K-12, a college counselor, taught college classes in career development, the Director of 21st CCLC Educational program for the MT Dept. of ED and the Director of the Career Lab for the state of MT Dept. of Labor. She put together a team which worked with the state Dept of ED & the Dept. of Labor to design a MT's Personalized K-12 Career program. She has been involved with the ACTE programs for the state of MT & assisted with training and work development for the MT Career Coaches. She has had experience with diverse cultures and was instrumental in bringing the F1 in schools’ program to MT. This STEM competition assisted the Harlem students in being the First Native American Team to make it to the World competition. F1 formula is one of the Largest STEM competitions in the world. She brought the NASA program to MT, sending a group of rural students from Hot Springs, MT to Ireland, where they presented their research at the NASA Global Conference. Ms. Earnhardt has been awarded two of the Global awards—"Out Standing Career Practitioner" and the "Ken Hoyt Outstanding Career Educator Award.” She is on the Montana Technology Student Association (TSA) Board and is nationally recognized as a Career Certified Career Services Provider and Certified School Career Development Advisor. Her experience working with workforce development and academic systems brings a unique understanding of how both systems can work together.
Patricia A. Ferguson - Workforce Advisor
SC Email: miraclebased@gmail.com
Patricia Ferguson, Ph.D. is a soft skills facilitator, Certified Workforce Development Professional, Certified Professional Coach, SCDA Instructor as well as a Career Development Facilitator and Instructor. Patricia has fostered strategic collaborations between education and industry through events such as educator and industry days, student career conferences, and workforce symposiums. Patricia facilitated the redesign of an online career resource with a 9700% increase in user engagement.
Patricia Ferguson, Ph.D. is a soft skills facilitator, Certified Workforce Development Professional, Certified Professional Coach, SCDA Instructor as well as a Career Development Facilitator and Instructor. Patricia has fostered strategic collaborations between education and industry through events such as educator and industry days, student career conferences, and workforce symposiums. Patricia facilitated the redesign of an online career resource with a 9700% increase in user engagement.
Kristen Garceau - Career Development Facilitator Consultant
MI Web: http://www.CDFtrainer.com Email: kgarceau@cdftrainer.com
I have facilitated the Career Development Facilitator training course for the National Career Development Association since 2010. I am also known for practical approaches to career development working with workforce development clients, business partners, educators and K-16 students. I have discovered many ways to help all clients understand the career-development process and the employer’s perspective. My projects have included extensive development of career resources and materials for clients at Capital Area Michigan Works!, and a UAW/General Motors Partnership. Working to understand how to teach the process of self and option awareness linked with decision making and setting goals, I have coordinated career programming with educational organizations including Kalamazoo Regional Educational Service Agency, Genesee Intermediate School District, the Ingham Intermediate School District. I am a Certified Career Services Provider. I have been an instructor at Kalamazoo Valley Community College teaching Career Decisions, First Year Experience and College Success Strategies courses, I hold a Masters Degree in Educational Leadership with a focus on Curriculum and Instruction.
I have facilitated the Career Development Facilitator training course for the National Career Development Association since 2010. I am also known for practical approaches to career development working with workforce development clients, business partners, educators and K-16 students. I have discovered many ways to help all clients understand the career-development process and the employer’s perspective. My projects have included extensive development of career resources and materials for clients at Capital Area Michigan Works!, and a UAW/General Motors Partnership. Working to understand how to teach the process of self and option awareness linked with decision making and setting goals, I have coordinated career programming with educational organizations including Kalamazoo Regional Educational Service Agency, Genesee Intermediate School District, the Ingham Intermediate School District. I am a Certified Career Services Provider. I have been an instructor at Kalamazoo Valley Community College teaching Career Decisions, First Year Experience and College Success Strategies courses, I hold a Masters Degree in Educational Leadership with a focus on Curriculum and Instruction.
Sharon L. Givens - Career Counselor
SC Email: visionscounselingandcareer@gmail.com
Dr. Sharon Givens is a multifaceted professional, serving as a researcher, licensed psychotherapist, career counselor, professional trainer, and academician. She is the CEO and Director of Visions Counseling and Career Center, LLC (VCCC), a leading private practice in Charlotte, NC, and Columbia, SC, that offers career counseling, coaching, mental health counseling, and psychological testing. Additionally, Sharon is the sole proprietor of Training Visions, an international firm specializing in customized training in career development, diversity, and mentoring.
As a Master Trainer with the National Career Development Association, Sharon is renowned for her work on global and domestic projects. She has developed training curricula and facilitated programs for Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, school districts, and higher education institutions in Singapore, West Africa, Saudi Arabia, and across the United States. Sharon has also served on the NCDA Board of Directors, including a term as President from 2021-2022 and the Trustee for Private Practice, Business/Industry & Agencies constituency. She was also the chairperson of the NCDA's Training and Education Council. During her tenure, she contributed significantly to the Facilitating Career Development program and other NCDA initiatives.
Sharon's contribution to the career development field began with the creation of college and career readiness centers in rural public schools. She expanded her work which led to her role as a counselor educator, teaching career development courses to pre-service counselors. Today, she continues to provide career development support to higher education institutions, corporations and individual clients.
Dr. Sharon Givens is a multifaceted professional, serving as a researcher, licensed psychotherapist, career counselor, professional trainer, and academician. She is the CEO and Director of Visions Counseling and Career Center, LLC (VCCC), a leading private practice in Charlotte, NC, and Columbia, SC, that offers career counseling, coaching, mental health counseling, and psychological testing. Additionally, Sharon is the sole proprietor of Training Visions, an international firm specializing in customized training in career development, diversity, and mentoring.
As a Master Trainer with the National Career Development Association, Sharon is renowned for her work on global and domestic projects. She has developed training curricula and facilitated programs for Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, school districts, and higher education institutions in Singapore, West Africa, Saudi Arabia, and across the United States. Sharon has also served on the NCDA Board of Directors, including a term as President from 2021-2022 and the Trustee for Private Practice, Business/Industry & Agencies constituency. She was also the chairperson of the NCDA's Training and Education Council. During her tenure, she contributed significantly to the Facilitating Career Development program and other NCDA initiatives.
Sharon's contribution to the career development field began with the creation of college and career readiness centers in rural public schools. She expanded her work which led to her role as a counselor educator, teaching career development courses to pre-service counselors. Today, she continues to provide career development support to higher education institutions, corporations and individual clients.
Amber L. Manning-Ouellette - Assistant Professor
OK Web: https://education.okstate.edu/hesa/faculty.html Email: amber.manning-ouellette@okstate.edu
Amber Manning-Ouellette, Ph.D. is an Assistant Professor of higher education and student affairs at Oklahoma State University. She also holds the Anderson, Farris, and Halligan Endowed Professorship for College Student Development. Dr. Manning-Ouellette has over 15 years of experience in higher education which includes working as a student affairs administrator for over 8 years in functional areas such as first year experience, faculty development, advising, retention programs, and career development. She has taught career decision-making courses, led leadership and career development learning communities, and coordinated career development efforts in advising and undergraduate programs. She is a Certified Career Counselor (CCC), a facilitating career development (FCD) instructor, and FCD master trainer. Dr. Manning-Ouellette does consulting through Dr. AMO Consulting, LLC and A & P Career Consulting.
Amber Manning-Ouellette, Ph.D. is an Assistant Professor of higher education and student affairs at Oklahoma State University. She also holds the Anderson, Farris, and Halligan Endowed Professorship for College Student Development. Dr. Manning-Ouellette has over 15 years of experience in higher education which includes working as a student affairs administrator for over 8 years in functional areas such as first year experience, faculty development, advising, retention programs, and career development. She has taught career decision-making courses, led leadership and career development learning communities, and coordinated career development efforts in advising and undergraduate programs. She is a Certified Career Counselor (CCC), a facilitating career development (FCD) instructor, and FCD master trainer. Dr. Manning-Ouellette does consulting through Dr. AMO Consulting, LLC and A & P Career Consulting.
Timothy Poynton - Associate Professor
MA Email: Tim.Poynton@umb.edu
Dr. Tim Poynton has more than two decades of experience as a school counselor educator and researcher focused on postsecondary planning with high school students and young adults. He is an approved instructor for the National Career Development Association’s (NCDA) Facilitating Career Development and School Career Development Advisor training programs, is a co-author of the College UnMazed workbook and school-based curriculum and has delivered more than 100 conference presentations and professional development seminars across the United States. His experience in K-12, Higher Education, and as a military veteran make him particularly well-suited to providing training to service providers who work with clients in those settings.
Dr. Tim Poynton has more than two decades of experience as a school counselor educator and researcher focused on postsecondary planning with high school students and young adults. He is an approved instructor for the National Career Development Association’s (NCDA) Facilitating Career Development and School Career Development Advisor training programs, is a co-author of the College UnMazed workbook and school-based curriculum and has delivered more than 100 conference presentations and professional development seminars across the United States. His experience in K-12, Higher Education, and as a military veteran make him particularly well-suited to providing training to service providers who work with clients in those settings.
Constance J. Pritchard - Owner
NJ Web: https://pritchard.crhosts.com/ Email: constancejpritchard@outlook.com
Dr. Pritchard has worked with healthcare, education, manufacturing, law enforcement, banking, and government, presenting seminars and workshops on coaching, career development, workforce development, and business topics. Dr. Pritchard has delivered career training internationally (Hong Kong, Singapore, Taiwan, Peru, Micro Asia, China, Russia, Uganda, Israel, Egypt, United Arab Emirates, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Japan) and nearly every state in the US. Previously, she directed a university career center. Dr. Pritchard is currently chair of NCDA's Master Trainer Workshop Committee, NCDA's Credentialing Commission and the Commission's International Taskforce. The Credentialing Commission has developed and launched 5 new credentials in 2017. She is Previously, she was the Contributing Editor for NCDA's Career Developments magazine and served for 6 years on NCDA's Facilitating Career Development (CSP) Advisory Council. Recently, she authored the chapter on career assessment in business for the 7th edition of NCDA's Guide to Career Assessment. Dr. Pritchard's NCDA Facilitating Career Development training is focused on each learner and the learner's needs. Her online course includes extra resources for every topic and additional topics for learner use. The site contains 100s of additional resources, and all are available for a client's use, both during and after completing the course. Individuals set their own timeline for completion thus providing flexibility for each learner. Credit cards and checks are accepted for payment. Courses are customized for organizations and learners. Current Leadership Roles Chair, NCDA Credentialing Committee NCDA Master Trainer, Instructor, Fellow Treasurer, Middle Atlantic Career Counseling Association Committee Chair, Asia Pacific Career Development Association.
Dr. Pritchard has worked with healthcare, education, manufacturing, law enforcement, banking, and government, presenting seminars and workshops on coaching, career development, workforce development, and business topics. Dr. Pritchard has delivered career training internationally (Hong Kong, Singapore, Taiwan, Peru, Micro Asia, China, Russia, Uganda, Israel, Egypt, United Arab Emirates, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Japan) and nearly every state in the US. Previously, she directed a university career center. Dr. Pritchard is currently chair of NCDA's Master Trainer Workshop Committee, NCDA's Credentialing Commission and the Commission's International Taskforce. The Credentialing Commission has developed and launched 5 new credentials in 2017. She is Previously, she was the Contributing Editor for NCDA's Career Developments magazine and served for 6 years on NCDA's Facilitating Career Development (CSP) Advisory Council. Recently, she authored the chapter on career assessment in business for the 7th edition of NCDA's Guide to Career Assessment. Dr. Pritchard's NCDA Facilitating Career Development training is focused on each learner and the learner's needs. Her online course includes extra resources for every topic and additional topics for learner use. The site contains 100s of additional resources, and all are available for a client's use, both during and after completing the course. Individuals set their own timeline for completion thus providing flexibility for each learner. Credit cards and checks are accepted for payment. Courses are customized for organizations and learners. Current Leadership Roles Chair, NCDA Credentialing Committee NCDA Master Trainer, Instructor, Fellow Treasurer, Middle Atlantic Career Counseling Association Committee Chair, Asia Pacific Career Development Association.
Taylor Simmons - Career & Talent Management Consultant
Marie C. Smith - Educator / Career Coach / Trainer
WI Web: https://www.mariesmith.org/ Email: MarieSmith@MarieSmith.ORG
Dr. Marie Smith is a business owner, professional trainer, academic researcher and university instructor. She has extensive experience with career development, instructional technology, professional development and continuing education. She specializes in teaching and mentoring career practitioners, educators and entrepreneurs. She is innovative and resourceful. She will help you enhance your skills so you can support the career development of others.
Dr. Marie Smith is a business owner, professional trainer, academic researcher and university instructor. She has extensive experience with career development, instructional technology, professional development and continuing education. She specializes in teaching and mentoring career practitioners, educators and entrepreneurs. She is innovative and resourceful. She will help you enhance your skills so you can support the career development of others.
Mrs Sherry Williams - FCD Instructor