Emotional Theater

Director of Business Development

www.calvinlawrencespeaks.net 

I work with companies, schools and colleges, non-profits and churches to help them identify and solve problems.  Through:
*  Workshops
*  Motivational speaking
*  Coaching Programs
www.calvinlawrencespeaks.net

Drop me a message or send me an email!

Founder and CEO

Ranger College

My role allowed me to help remediate students who had been assessed as not college ready in the state of Texas for English reading and writing.

Dean for Developmental Studies

Tarleton State University

Director of satellite campus, assistant professor, interim director of diversity

Professor/director

Richard Milborn Academy

Principal/School Director

I am very excited to provide meaningful training and content in the areas of leadership and diversity.  My background allows me to delve into these topics in a way that is different than most of the voices you may be currently listening to.  I know my uniqueness comes from a background of varied experiences.  Allow me to explain.

I have always been passionate about leadership, and the possibilities for hope, change, and a new direction.  I don't believe there is any greater calling than being able to impact people's lives in a positive way.  My goal is also to place education about diversity and it's impact at the forefront of discussions.  I've been challenged by recent movements and world turmoil to take an active role in finding solutions instead of listing all the problems.  I'm not a poly-anna, but I do err on the side of hope and not doubt or regret.

I believe I was born for this time!  I am ready, willing and able to put my more than 40 years of experience, spanning pre-K thru the collegiate graduate levels, to maximum use.  I am ready to serve in whatever capacity my new roles call for.  I am excited about the future, and I still believe that regarding my life, the best is yet to come! I look forward to making contact with you and your organization real soon!

Calvin Lawrence, Ed. D.

Melissa Houston Coaching & Consulting 

Are you looking for support in your life or career? 

Maybe you feel stuck or need help finding motivation and inspiration?

As a life and career coach, I'm here to guide you toward a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

With my help, you can gain clarity about your goals & will develop a plan to achieve them.

Do you feel you need to be fulfilled in your current career? Let's work together to find the right path for you!

I'm here to help you find your way.

Do you want to improve your relationships or gain more confidence?
Let's work on that too! 

We'll develop strategies to help you communicate better and build stronger connections with those around you.

And if you're feeling overwhelmed and stressed, let's work on developing a better work-life balance.

We'll find ways for you to prioritize self-care and avoid burnout.

You can find the happiness and success you deserve.

So, what would you like to work on today?

Coaching executives to new roles, mindsets, dreams, success, and happiness.

Driving business growth through leadership training, time management, process improvement, documentation, and action plans.

Professional speaking events, leadership development, sales training, and motivational presentations.

Founder

Coffee ☕️ Chats with Melissa Houston started as a place to catch up after a break from my day-to-day practices on LinkedIn. 

How often do you review your situation, obligations, goals, dreams, brand, mindset, boundaries, and support system?

That is what we do here. We take stock. We dream big. 

We push ourselves to levels never expected by those around us. We will face these challenges together, focusing on this community, LinkedIn, our network, and our tribe.

We will learn about business, marketing, sales, brand building, social media growth, personal issues, mental health, physical limitations, and exceeding expectations. 

This is where I will engage with intelligent and highly skilled individuals while teaching you as I learn. I will teach those guests what I know well, pushing each other to higher levels with fun and engaging conversations… chats that matter the most.

It's a consistent practice held weekly every Saturday from 6-8 am Pacific. 

My cohost rotates, as do the topics. 

Hope to see you there.

Podcast Host

The Emotional Women

"Taking the "EW" out of Emotional Women"

Welcome to The Emotional Women, where we turn emotions into your business’s secret weapon—no “EW” about it! We’re here to help companies recognize and harness the incredible power of emotional intelligence for real, measurable success. From decision-making to productivity, we guide you in understanding how emotions fuel results and bring out the best in your team.

Our approach is packed with dynamic leadership development, breakthrough strategies for overcoming obstacles, and building communication skills that improve relationships across the board. Whether it’s helping your team connect better, collaborate effortlessly, or tackle challenges head-on, we make sure emotional intelligence becomes a cornerstone of your culture.

If you're ready to ditch the “ew” and turn emotions into your superpower, partner with The Emotional Women! Together, we'll inspire, empower, and create a work culture that thrives.

 #TheEmotionalWomen

Co-Founder

Comoto Family of Brands

• Exceeding KPIs by implementing accountability and training strategies. 

• Grew store memberships sales by 2500% in one year, ranking in the top ten nationwide.

• Store operations and  retail management.

• Community events.

Store Manager

Expert Background Solutions

As the Managing Director at Expert Background Solutions, I successfully led a team in evaluating court data, ensuring regulatory compliance, and managing client relationships.

• Oversaw team management of court data experts to deliver high-quality reports.
• Managed client engagement, vendor relations, B2B sales and consulting efforts.
• Ensured legal compliance and provided training to enhance team skills.

Managing Director

National Background Reporting

Liaison with executive clients to optimize operational practices and streamline efficiency rates by 95%.

Spearheaded compliance and customer success through process clarity and sales team development.

Nurtured 100+ key relationships with clients and vendors by focusing on proactive strategic solutions.
Facilitated the day-to-day operations and processes for the business, reporting directly to ownership

Review and assess background screening results obtained from third-party suppliers. Cultivate and sustain essential relationships with clients and vendors to ensure the prompt processing of results and overall client satisfaction. Conduct verification of criminal, employment, and education records. Tailor results to align with specific client criteria while adhering to local, state, and federal reporting guidelines.

Lead the development, training, and change management efforst of new background screening clientele, educating them on the day-to-day processes of screening protocols. 

Engage in business-to-business consulting, sales, training, webinars, and implementation activities. Take charge of maintaining regular communication with accounts, concentrating on delivering proactive and strategic solutions tailored to individual needs.

Additional responsibilities encompass social media management, conducting client and internal compliance audits, handling billing and collections, generating reports, overseeing marketing efforts, and more.

Director of Marketing and Compliance 

Private

Contributed to startup from concept to fruition. Engaged in sales, contract negotiations, and participated at B2B events, tradeshows, and conventions. Created and managed compliance with EEOC and FCRA guidelines internal processes and for clientele. Provided client demos, training, onboarding and implementation of screening software. Obtained the Advanced Fair Credit Reporting Act Accreditation

Senior Compliance and Sales Consultant

Private 

• Utilized email, telemarketing, and sales visits to acquire clients, negotiate contracts, and client engagement activities.
• Managed client billing rates, salary negotiations, job descriptions, and onboarding processes.
• Conducted recruiting, interviewing, screening, and skills testing for new hires.

Employment Consultant

We will create customized clarity & action plans.

With a decade of coaching and consulting experience, I have helped clients achieve their personal and professional goals, and helped them to overcome challenges life brings their way. 

Helping organizations overcome major obstacles. We've worked to grow their client base, optimize operational practices, lead and develop training programs, create sales and onboarding processes, and compliance procedures. 

Together we will use data, perspective shifts, strategies, time management practices, and boundary setting as tools for growth. 

Whether you are looking for support in your life and/or career; or maybe you're an employer who wants to improve your team's performance, your customer experiences, or to iptimize your processes... I am here to guide you towards your goals and help you achieve your dreams. 

With that in mind, I host free weekly chat on LinkedIn, where I share insights and advice on various topics. 

My weekly Saturday show, Coffee ☕️ Chats with Melissa Houston, is fluid and covers topics of all kinds. 

The room I cohost bi-weekly is "Careers, Chaos, and Coaching" with Felipe Cofiño is live every other Sunday.

If you want a free personalized assessment session, please DM me now.

Additionally, while acting in my W2 role, I lead a high-performing team and continously work to optimize operations for customer satisfaction, increased productivity, and profitability for one of the largest motosport providers in the nation.

Let's connect and begin to create something extraordinary, together, with gusto!

"Victory and victim both start out the same; it's up to you how it ends." -Melissa Houston 🌻


•My opinions are my own•

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