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Mary Lenzini Howe is Bloomsburg University's Zeigler Institute for Professional Development (ZIPD) Program director since 2013. Ms. Howe earned an MS in Human Resource Management from Villanova University and BFA in Theater from NYU. She is also credentialed as a Senior Professional in Human Resources, SHRM-Certified Senior Professional, and Job and Career Development/Transition Coach. Her career has traversed several business industries including Bloomsburg Health System’s VP HR & marketing; Town of Bloomsburg’s mayor & council member; proprietor of La Groceria Italian Deli; and, professional vocalist. She currently serves as a board member for the Susquehanna Human Resource Management Association, the Columbia Montour Area Agency on Aging, the BU Nursing Advisory Council and the United Recovery Coalition. She is fondly referred to as the ZIPD Lady by her students, Nonnie by her six grandchildren and sweetheart by her husband Michael. Her daily goal is living life to its fullest.

Michael Angelo Caruso is an internationally recognized author and speaker. He's the founder of Edison House, a Michigan-based communications consulting company.

Mr. Caruso teaches presentation skills drawing on his unique background in the technology sector and the entertainment business.

He delivers around 60 presentations a year, including keynote speeches, seminars, and webinars.

Topics include leadership, selling (including customer service), and team building. These talks and programs also cover pro-active communication, positive self-concept, strategic planning, and problem solving.

Michael's clients include the Barbados Ministry of Tourism, Hallmark, The Home Depot, Verizon Wireless, Rayovac, Citgo, the United States Navy, Discount Tire, AT&T, Cooper Tire, and the National Institutes of Health.

Michael has educated and entertained audiences all over the world, including the Middle East, the Caribbean, and 49 of the 50 states.

Michael's info products include the "5 Cool Ideas"​ books, "Dear Michael Angelo -- A Father's Life Letters to His Son," the "FastLearnerAudio"​ series (CDs) and the "Present Like a Pro, DVD."

Mr. Caruso blogs for DBusiness.com, recently named the best business magazine in America.

Michael is a lifetime Rotarian and a Past District Governor (D6380).

More info at www.MichaelAngeloCaruso.com.