Biographies

BRENDA ROBINSON


Brenda Robinson has been fortunate enough to work for over 30 years in the training and development field. She has spoken at conferences, developed and delivered workshops, provided organizational consulting and coached people for success in their roles on teams and in their diverse workplaces.

Brenda's passion is for creating positive, productive learning environments. Her research and development focus is on “people skills”. She works tirelessly to build resources to support people to communicate more effectively, work together more productively and get the best results possible for themselves and their organization.

She continues to address new challenges to provide services to assist individuals and teams to effectively manage change, stress, priorities and develop new work habits for a changing work of work. Brenda has a positive approach to everything she does. She believes in balancing who we are and what we do. She puts equal energy into her work and her family. Her grandchildren are her treasures. She and her husband Len have been married for over 40 years. Their 5 children continue to be their focus.

Brenda grew up on a farm close to Minnedosa Manitoba and values the rural experience. She stays connected to family in Manitoba and now spends time in two settings – Sherwood Park and Victoria. Her desire to share her research and resources has lead to the publication of two books. She also markets an audio CD set and has video currently in the works.

Brenda received her Bachelor of Arts from Brandon University in Brandon, Manitoba (Major in English) and her Masters of Education from Simon Fraser University in Burnaby, B.C. in 1998.

Join Brenda to listen, laugh and learn about other people, about yourself and about other stuff we may need and want to know.

LEIGH ROBINSON


Leigh is a presenter, program consultant, educator and counsellor with a passion for working with people. She has developed training programs, learning materials and presentations for a variety of organizations and work groups. She is particularly interested in Communications, Leadership and Group Dynamics.

Leigh recently completed her BSW and is working on a Masters in Education. Her approach in the learning setting is practical and down to earth. She has a wonderful sense of humour and connects with learners on a personal and professional level. Join Leigh to challenge your thinking and re-vamp your approaches to dealing with people.

You will most certainly enjoy Leigh’s energy, enthusiasm and delightful presentation skills.

JAN FOX


Jan is a speaker, trainer, and consultant with a passion for working with people to achieve workplace wellness. She has more than 25 years experience as a senior manager in the public sector, where she continues to lead a large and diverse team of people. Jan has been addressing groups for 10 years on topics related to Leadership, Team Building, Conflict Resolution and achieving life balance. It is Jan's belief that leaders must "walk the talk" and that successful leaders are those who embark on a journey of continuous learning.

Jan grew up in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. She now lives in St. Albert, Alberta with her husband John and their two teenage children.

Jan enjoys travel, reading and down hill skiing. Jan can often be found cheering on her children in Hockey, Ringette and Lacrosse and she is an avid community volunteer.

Jan received her Advanced Bachelor of Arts from the University of Saskatchewan with a double major in Psychology and English. Jan has continued her education by pursuing courses in Human Justice, Mediation and the Queen's University Public Executive Program.

Join Jan to learn strategies to improve your workplace wellness, achieve work/life balance and stay positive through the use of humour.

DONI MILLER


Doni was born and raised in Saskatchewan, but has lived in Manitoba, Ontario, the Yukon Territory before settling in Sherwood Park, Alberta where she has lived with her husband and two children for the last eighteen years.

After ten years as a Licensed Practical Nurse, she left the medical field to pursue a degree in education and now celebrates over twenty year’s experience of teaching and coordinating programs in adult education. Her teaching career includes teaching a variety of adult upgrading courses in the Yukon, Pelly Crossing and Whitehorse and then Alberta Vocational College (now NorQuest College). She graduated from the University of Alberta with a B.Ed in Adult Education.

Doni’s diverse background is indicative of how she lives her life, which is to “seize the day”, being open to opportunities and enjoying life.

Doni loves traveling (to warmer climates), gardening, reading, physical exercise and tole painting.

Her passion in education and training is helping other people find their passion. Her philosophy is live, love, laugh and learn.

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