Local Legends Interview Series
NSA-NT brings a new program series, called the Local Legends- In this spotlight series, our own Niki McCuistion, CSP will be interviewing Chapter (and past Chapter) members who have been instrumental in developing our chapter. You'll learn more about the history of the chapter and about the heart and soul of our servant leaders and their businesses.
With many live (virtually streamed through ZOOM) interviews to watch and participate in, and a few pre-recorded interviews releases mixed in, be inspired in this NEW INTERVIEW SERIES.
About Karen Cortell Reisman
About Karen Cortell Reisman
Karen Cortell Reisman, communication expert, author, and coffee ice cream eater, is president of Speak For Yourself®, and she’s had a blast speaking in North America, Germany and Israel. She speaks & consults on how to ‘Speak For Yourself’ to make even more money.
Karen also puts on a one-woman show using personal letters from her cousin, Einstein (yes … Karen is related to that guy with bad hair) where you’ll get a “relative’s theory” about how
to handle life’s challenges.
♦ ON A PERSONAL NOTE
- Karen has one bachelor's degree, one master's degree, one cow named Bliss, one daughter, one son, and one husband.
- Karen would have been her high school's Valedictorian if it weren't for a B in Home Economics due to lumpy blueberry muffins. But, she hasn't stopped speaking since.
♦ KAREN’S NSA-NT INVOLVEMENT
- Past-president of NSA-NT.
- Co-Dean of NSA-NT’s Charbonneau Speaker Academy for 2 years.
Past Board Member of NSA-NT for 6 years.
- Recipient of:
. Member of the Year Award - 2010.
. Charbonneau Award - 2017.
. President’s Award – 2020.
♦ KAREN’S NATIONAL NSA INVOLVEMENT
- Dean of the National Cavett Speaker Academy.
- Member of the National Chapter Leadership Committee for 2 years.
- Speaker at several Influence Conventions – breakout sessions.
- Speaker at a regional NSA Convention.
- Main stage speaker at an NSA Influence Convention.
See you LIVE on the line Tuesday, December 13th!
ABOUT YOUR HOST:
NIKI MCCUISTION, CSP
Niki produces the award winning McCuistion Program, now in its 29th year on KERA PBS TV, often working in challenging situations and crisis zones. Her responsibility includes the bottom line- raising the funds to produce the program and working with board members to achieve the mission.
From a business background that includes hands on service, sales, and management experience; and specialized education, including a B.S. in Psychology from Southern Methodist University, an M.L.A. in Philanthropy and Development from St. Mary’s University, an MBA in Leadership and Governance from the University of Dallas, and advanced course work and certifications in coaching, governance and strategy, Niki understands the unique issues facing nonprofits, businesses, and speakers today.