DivaGirl Conference Speakers 101 - Felicia Taub

Felicia Taub, mother of 3 boys, wife, fitness professional and life coach motivator (aka – Wonder Woman!) Felicia is coming to the DivaGirl Conference on behalf of Powder Blue Productions to share the experiences that have changed her life and given her the energy and strength to live every day to the fullest!

Felicia will be sharing how you can create the same outstanding health and fitness opportunities for yourself with Powder BlueProductions! 2012 is YOUR year, for change, personal growth/development, fitness and health! Be the best you can be!

Follow Felicia Taub on twitter and fan her on facebook!

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DivaGirl Conference Speakers 101 - Sandra O'Brien

You’ve all heard of Bootcamp right? You know… that torturous class that whips your body and your booty into shape? Well, we’ve got news for you! Sandra O’Brien (creator of Bootcamp Goddess) is coming to the DivaGirlConference and she wants to teach you 5 techniques that will make you feel strong, sexy and empowered by your body!

Sandra has definitely had self image issues in the past and has overcome them through years of exploration (we love to hear stories of survival from real people – it gets us motivated and we feel empowered)! We can’t wait to hear the useful tips to feeling strong, confident and unstoppable! If you need a confidence booster, this seminar will definitely get you on the right path!

Check out the Bootcamp Goddess website! Follow Bootcamp Goddess on twitter!

DivaGirl Conference tickets are still available today, get them here! Don’t miss out on getting fit, having fun and feeling sexy with the DivaGirls!

See you there! 

DivaGirl Conference Speakers 101 - Libby Norris

Libby Norris is an internation presenter and motivational speaker, not to mention she wrote Canada’s first fitness boxing certification (she’s an ex boxer)! She has received Presenter of the year from Can Fit Pro and most recently was 2011 Canadian Fitness Presenter of the Year. Of course we had to get a hold of her to give you a seminar on Inspired Living and how you can become inspired in your every day life!

After graduating form Wilfred Laurier University, Libby established her company Inspired Energy Inc. The Inspired Energy team develop fitness, health promotion and ergonomic programs designed to improve health and the bottom line! Their goal is to make real changes in corporate culture and in people’s lives!

Follow Libby on twitter and visit her website for more info!

We can’t wait to find out more at the DivaGirl Conference this Saturday!

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DivaGirl Conference Speakers 101 - Marina Cortese B.Kin, RHN, NNCP

From a young age Marina’s mother instilled the importance of eating healthy and nutritious. This may have led her to graduate from the University of Calgary with a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology and then an honours graduate from the Natural Nutrition program at the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition.

Her education has lead her to develop nour-ish a company dedicated to rebuilding the health of our society, increasing energy levels, reversing weight problems, restoring digestive capabilities, improving sleep and the list is endless! Marina’s goal is to inspire others to be cautious of what they are putting in their bodies and become aware of how healthy food changes the way you feel!

We are so excited to have Marina Cortese founder of nour-ish at the DivaGirl Conference! We can’t wait to take notes and learn how to change the way we eat! (I don’t know about you but I definitely need help making the proper food choices at times). Who better to help us with our nutrition than the number one food lover we know?  See you there!

Fan Marina on facebook,  follow on twitter, and read her blog!

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DivaGirl Conference Speakers 101 - Yvonne Oswald

Yvonne Oswald is an award winning pioneer in the field of personal growth and she’s on her way to the DivaGirl Conference to give you some tips and advice on how to achieve your own personal success! Voted a 2010 Women of Influence and Inspiration by the Ministry of Government Services, Ontario and Chair of the Board of Toronto Youth Day! Naturally Yvonne is a respected Communications Trainer and Keynote Speaker!

Yvonne will be teaching all attendees of the DivaGirl Conference that “Every Word Has Power!” This seminar is designed to teach you a new language, which opens the doors to a new life (in 21 days)! Create your own magic formula to manifest abundance, health, passion and joy – on every level!

You can purchase your own “Every Word Has Power” kit here!

Check out Yvonne’s website and follow her on Twitter! 

We can’t wait to see you at the DivaGirl Conference – this Saturday!

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DivaGirl Conference Speakers 101 - Reshmi Chetram

Reshmi Chetram, a TO based Indian Classical Dancer, Fitness Instructor & Director of the Dance For Life Foundation. Not only is she an active part of the dance community, she has been featured many times in TO Festivals, has been seen on Breakfast TV, WOW TV, DayTIME & Zoomer TV!

As a CanFitPro Instructor and 1 of 19 dancers chosen worldwide to participate in Dance Intense – Calcutta, Reshmi had the skill level and knowledge to create her very own “BollyFit” (a bollywood dance based workout)! We are so excited to have the founder of the program teaching at the DivaGirlConference 2012!

Follow Reshmi on Twitter and check out her Blog!

We can’t wait to get fit, have fun and feel sexy with Reshmi!

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DivaGirl Conference Speakers 101 - Nikki Bergen

Nikki Bergen a passionate, life-long dancer who dreamed of dancing professionally in Mexico and Europe. She wore off cubicles for good and began building her own empire!

Nikki is the founder of Grace Corps Studio – a Ballroom Dance and Pilates training company with locations in physical therapy clinics and boutique gyms across the GTA! She is also a very sought after Pilates Instructor, Can-Fit-Pro trainer and a graduate of the Pink Ribbon Program!

Just when you though this Diva couldn’t hold anymore on her shoulders….SURPRISE! Nikki is active in a non profit organization Dancing With Parkinsons, teaching weekly group classes for students coping with the disease! She is also the creator of The Pink Method – a dance and pilates based program for breast cancer recovery! You Go Girl!

Nikki’s motto is definitely one to live by! Move, Dance, Live!

We can’t wait to see you at the DivaGirl Conference and learn how to GET F.A.B (Flat. Abs. Babe)! 

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DivaGirl Conference Speakers 101 - Loren Slocum

“There is absolutely no reason that women can’t have it all – it’s just a matter of staying true to who you are and consciously and creatively using the gifts and resources that are around you.” Wise words from the Loren Slocum - founder, CEO and President of Lobella International.

In order to take care of others , you must take care of yourself first. You are the only one who can change your life for the better. Step out of the shadows and into the limelight – do it for YOU.  Lobella International organizes monthly life “Tuneup” meetings, ranging from health, sensuality, relationships to time management. Loren teaches you how to focus on you for 90 minutes. Rediscover who you are and make some new friends along the way. 

We are more than pumped to announce Loren Slocum will be speaking at the DivaGirl Conference 2012! If you need a bit of motivation to get yourself in overdrive – we’ve got you covered! This seminar will have you feeling like you can conquer anything. What are you waiting for Diva? The world is YOURS!

In the mean time follow Loren’s inspiration tweets and fan her on facebook!

Get you tickets to the DivaGirl Conference 2012 here!

DivaGirl Conference Speakers 101 - Leanne Grechulk

We know you've heard of Leanne Grechulk, founder of HealthyGirlTM and the author of 30 Days to Wealth. While pursuing her career in  Sales and Marketing (Fortune 500 companies; Nike, DuPont, L'Oreal, Johnson&Johnson) Leanne began creating her own vision. Promoting entrepreneurship, wellness and financial independence to women  became her passion, eventually  her seminars were featured on TV, radio, and magazines across North America!

How lucky are we to have this go-getting female as a presenter at the DivaGirl Conference 2012? Leanne is a well rounded entrepreneur, certified pilates and yoga instructor, 8 time marathon runner and certified health coach. Her love of fitness inspired the creation of WellspotTM (a wellness symposium for women). She's got a whole lot of "Soul Power" to share with us and we can't wait!

Follow Leanne on twitter, make a friend on facebook, fan her blog, and check out her website!

DivaGirl Conference Tickets are available here. Did you know it's cheaper to become a DivaGirl Member for the whole year plus you get your Conference ticket FREE! Check out all the benefits you can take advantage of as a DivaGirl Member here!

Leanne is also co-hosting Brandapalooza 2012 TO & NY with Laura Furtado! Check out the event details here!

DivaGirl Conference Speakers 101 - Daphne Williamson

Daphne Williamson is giving all Canadians an opportunity to reap the benefits of huge discounts on all forms of transportation and accommodations around the world! As the President at Exclusive Excursions Vacation Club, Daphne is dedicated to helping anyone - no matter their financial situation, travel at a lower than average cost.

Daphne is also the Founder, Chair and CEO of the Hope Shelter and Wellness Foundation, a registered charity that works to address the issues of homelessness and poverty.

Daphne's entire life is dedicated to helping people in one way or another and her generosity is felt through many partnerships and organizations. Now it's your turn to reap the benefits at the DivaGirl Conference 2012! Daphne Williamson is going to be teaching you all about Exclusive Excursions and how you can get the vacation of your dreams for a price that won't brake the bank!

Don't miss her speech at the DivaGirl Conference 2012, get your tickets now! Wanna try and win a FREE ticket? Find out how!

Exclusive Excursions is also a grand prize giveaway and sponsor at the DivaGirl Conference!

Check out Exclusive Excursions on Facebook! Visit Exclusive Excursions Website!

DivaGirl Conference Speakers 101 - Jackie Giurleo

An international Speaker, Entrepreneur, Coach, Certified Hypnotherapist, NLP Practitioner and Event Coordinating extraordinaire, Jacqueline Giurleo has an unquenchable thirst for personal and business development. She has dedicated her life to learning in order to educate and empower the lives of others around her. She completes her mission through her company Jackie G Events which is dedicated to “creating memorable experiences to provide individuals with the content and tools to take their lives to the next level, and reconnect to who it is they truly are and what is most important to them.


We are so excited to have Jackie speaking at the DivaGirl Conference 2012! She’s going to be teaching you how to reclaim your essence and find your inner purpose! Nothing gets you motivated and excited for life like a seminar with Jackie! She gives off an essence we can’t describe. Her passion for life is contagious, and we can’t get enough!


If you’ve been thinking of re-kindling a passion or dream this is the seminar for you – and it’s included in a jam-packed day dedicated to helping you get fit, have fun, feel sexy! We can’t think of a more rewarding way to spend a Saturday!


In the mean time make sure to follow Jackie on twitter and fan her on facebook!
If you’re thinking of throwing your own event make sure to check out Jackies website and contact her for her professional services!


DivaGirl Conference tickets are available online – this event will sell out there’s only 19 days left to reserve your space!

DivaGirl Conference Speakers 101 - Chemagne Martin

If you haven't heard of Chemagne Martin you haven't experienced the ultimate in Belly Dancing. Professional Belly Dance performer, teacher and enthusiast Chemagne is known for her intricate routines and ability to WOW her audience. 


From a young age Chemagne learned jazz, baton twirling, and Afro-Caribbean dance. Since discovering Belly Dance (many years ago), her passion for dance began to change and she has now opened her own dance studio dedicated to the art she loves! The Chemagne Dance Studio offers a Belly Dance program tailored specifically to help women learn Egyptian Belly Dance and experience the health benefits! 


We are so honoured to have THE Belly Dancing Diva herself at the DivaGirl Conference 2012! She'll be teaching you that Belly Dance is more than just jiggling! 


In the mean time, check out Chemagne's website. Follower her on twitter and fan her facebook! 




Get your tickets for the DivaGirl Conference 2012 here! 


We can't wait to see you there - T minus 25 days! xo 

DivaGirl Conference Speakers 101 - Carla Catherwood

Vivacious. Go Getter. Work-a-holic. Words we use to describe THE Carla Catherwood. Born and raised in British Columbia, Carla has traveled far and wide to make her dreams a reality. 

Carla is a Nuvo-Burlesque Choreographer Extraordinaire! She's only been in Toronto for one year this coming August and already has 7 Chic-A-Boom Room shows, 4 corporate events, 3 music videos and countless live events under her belt. She's quickly becoming one of Toronto's hottest Choreographers! 

If you're coming to the DivaGirl Conference 2012 you'll be lucky enough to experience a Nuvo Burlesque workshop with the Diva herself! Her sassy attitude and motivational techniques are what make her classes and performances a smash hit! We can't wait to take a class with the Queen of Nuvo Burlesque! 

Get your tickets to the DivaGirl Conference 2012 here and follow Carla on twitter!

"Just know and find comfort in the fact that with healthy work and lifestyle habits, talent, and persistence - ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE!" - Carla Catherwood

Can't wait to see you all at the DivaGirl Conference 2012!

Written by DivaGirl Amy Caron

DivaGirl Conference Speakers 101 - Lyzabeth Lopez

Lyzabeth Lopez; a fellow Torontonian, named #1 Fitness Model in Canada by Inside Fitness Magazine, top trainer in Fitness Competition Stage Preparation and trainer to over 3000 athletes (gymnastics, dance, cheerleading, fitness and bodybuilding) and not to mention celebrities! This super hot fitness diva has all that and more going for her! And guess what? Lyzabeth will be speaking at Toronto's DivaGirl Conference 2012. (ooozing with excitement, we know!!) 


If you're ready for a new body Lyzabeth is THE one to motivate you! (I mean look at those curves...wouldn't we all kill for a body as bodacious?) Ms. Lopez has created her very own workout, The Hourglass Workout, proven to give you the lean and sexy results you are looking for.


So... what does it take to get a body like that - besides the obvious dedication and motivation? The Hourglass Workout consists of 11 indoor/outdoor workouts with Lyzabeth, a personalized holistic eating planned designed with your goals in mind, and an hour and half seminar based on organic and holistic food practices. In 12 weeks you could have the body of a goddess!  


Don't miss out on an amazing seminar with Lyzabeth Lopez at the Toronto DivaGirl Conference 2012. In the mean time you can follow Lyzabeth on twitter, fan her on facebook and check out her websites: www.hourglassworkout.com and www.lyzabethlopez.com. 


Can't wait to see you there! 

Written by DivaGirl Amy Caron 

DivaGirl Conference Speakers 101 - Lisa Matchie

Your personal style is super important (we know this)... Your clothes reflect your personality, mood, who you are or who you want to be.

The problem: You're feeling bored with your wardrobe, you have "nothing to wear" (as you stare down a jam packed closet), you need a re-vamp to boost your confidence and let your true colours shine.

The solution: Lisa McLatchie - Practical Fashionista Personal Stylist & Image Consultant. 

Personally trained by THE Stacy London (from TLC's What Not To Wear) Lisa knows all the tricks of the trade to help you look and feel like the FABULOUS DIVA you are! Lisa will work 1 on 1 with you and even offers regular fashion and style updates on her blog . Her goal is to inspire women to change the way they dress and shop - forever!

We know what you are probably thinking... "Will she make me get rid of all of my clothes?" - NO WAY! Lisa makes it her mission to help you form new outfits with the clothes you already have by pairing them with new trendy and versatile pieces.

No matter your age, budget, lifestyle, or figure Lisa is dedicated to helping you look the way you deserve!

So forget about the "What am I going to wear" nightmare and let her make your fashionista dreams come true!

Check her out at the DivaGirl Conference - she'll be speaking about everything she knows!

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Follow Practical Fashionista Lisa Matchie on facebook and twitter! 

Written by DivaGirl Amy Caron 

DivaGirl Conference Speakers 101- Kay-Ann Ward

The DivaGirl Conference 2012 is coming to the GTA March 2012. We are so excited that we haaaaaad to start writing about all the F.A.B presenters/speakers and give you the inside scoop!

Kay Ann Ward. Dancer, choreographer, instructor, artistic director, writer. Is there anything this Diva can’t do? (We doubt it.) 

Kay-Ann has been featured in countless music videos, performed at the MMVA’s and in the hit South African musical Umoja (just to name a few)! She has also choreographed and directed countless dance and entertainment productions. Known for her provocative and innovative solo performances that leave audiences speechless, her energy and spicy attitude is what sets her apart from many (on the stage and in everyday life)! 

“Within dance lies no boundary to creativity and entertainment” are the words this Diva lives by to guide her work. Her “think-outside-the-box” mindset has guided her down the path to creating sexy, sultry, high energy pieces that create lasting impressions on her audiences. 

Kay-Ann’s strong dance and fitness background have given her leverage to create her own personalized workout regime Sweat B4 U Sweat. This dance workout combines sexy moves from Caribbean and Urban cultures (She is after all the Dancehall QUEEN!) Sweat B4 U Sweat sculpts and tones your body to keep you looking fabulous and feeling confident! 

This diva-fied women was a MUST HAVE speaker at the DivaGirl Conference (is it any wonder why?)! Come out and get inspired, get confident, get fit, have fun and feel sexy! 

Visit her blog  and follow her on twitter!

Visit www.divagirlconference.com for more info on speakers, ticket prices, and conference schedule. 

See you there :)

Written by DivaGirl Amy Caron