Cher Holton

Experience

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  U.S. Postal Service

  Jan 1975 - Jan 1977

  Personnel Director/Training
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  National Bureau of Standards

  Jan 1977 - Jan 1980

  Training and Development Specialist
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  Westinghouse Electric

  Jan 1980 - Jan 1984

  HRD Manager

  Managed the Human Resource Development function; planned, designed, and presented educational programs for all levels; participated in international planning team sessions.

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  National Speakers Association

  Jan 1984 - Aug 2022

  Member, CSP

  Member since 1986; Certified Speaking Professional designation 1992; co-chair of Atlanta Winter Workshop; presenter multiple times; "Meet the Pro" roundtable pro; contributer to Speaker magazine.

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  Holton Consulting Group, Inc.

  Jan 1984 - now

  We empower leaders to Be Extraordinary and bring out the Extraordinary in their teams, their customers, and their vendor relationships. Take advantage of our expertise in:• Team Building (Retreat Forward™ events)• Leadership Think Tank Sessions• Extraordinary Presentations -- Coaching and TrainingBe Extraordinary! Empowering leaders to be extraordinary, employees to be engaged, and teams to improve their productivity through improved interpersonal relationships, and creating an environment conducive to creative problem solving, trust, engagement, initiative, and information sharing.

  • Co-founder & Impact Consultant

    Jan 1984 - now

  • Impact Consultant - Empowering Leaders to be Extraordinary; Employee Engagement/Team Development

    Jan 1984 - Jan 2020
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  Presenting With Pizzazz - Presentation Skills for Trainers and SMEs

  Mar 1984 - now

  Presentation Coach for Trainers and SMEs

  More than just presentation skills, Cher works with in-house trainers and Subject Matter Experts to help them:• add pizzazz and interest to their presentations; • engage audience members; • add team building, interaction, and audience involvement to their programs.

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  Unity Spiritual Life Center, Durham, NC

  Jan 2005 - Sept 2012

  Co-Minister
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  Strativity Group: Now Material

  Sept 2012 - Aug 2022

  Executive Facilitator

  Executive Facilitator focusing on employee engagement and exceptional customer experiences for the worldwide customer experience consulting firm, Strativity Group, Inc. Projects have included Mercedes-Benz USA; Mercedes-Benz Canada; Cadillac; The Kennedy Center; KIA; Cognizant; and Novo Nordisk.

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  Unity In Greensboro

  Jul 2014 - Feb 2015

  Co-Minister

  Co-minister

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  The Global Center for Spiritual Practices

  Jan 2015 - now

  Co-founder, Speaker, Mentor, Facilitator, and Author

  We have created a Cyber Home to create community and enrichment for people who are more spiritual than religious. Offering training, resources, research, and more, our goal is to help you walk the spiritual path on practical feet.Not only do we offer a wealth of information and opportunities on-line; we are also available to present programs, Spiritual Cafés (TM); training events, retreats, coaching sessions, and book signings at your location. We have programs appropriate for corporate audiences, associations, churches, and spiritual centers.The Global Center for Spiritual Practices is a subsidiary of The Holton Consulting Group, Inc., which was incorporated in 1983. Show less

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  LEADERSHIP USA, INC.

  Jun 2017 - Jan 2020

  Faculty Member

  LEADERSHIP USA™ is a membership organization that offers high-quality leadership development education for leaders of our member companies, via a monthly live seminar with world-class instructors, who present on diverse topics. We function as an outsourced training resource for small-to-medium-sized companies and as a supplement to established leadership programs within larger corporations. Kristin's area of expertise for Leadership USA in on strategy - strategy development, strategic and business planning as well as timely and efficient accountability and execution to the plan. Show less

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  Unity Center for YOUniversal Prosperity

  Jan 2020 - Dec 2023

  Co-founder and Spiritual Mentor

  An events-driven spiritual community where people feel loved, safe, and respected so they can master the art of living in "skin school" by walking the spiritual path on practical, positive, and prosperous feet! (501c3)

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  Communico

  Aug 2021 - now

  Master Facilitator

  As a leading development company, Communico has trained thousands of the best sales and service associates to win the hearts and business of millions of customers worldwide, using our proven and unique MAGIC formula for success. Using job relevant, real-work scenarios, our training transforms behaviors from transactional to relational. Employees gain a renewed appreciation of themselves and their critical role in contributing to the organization. Our unique method allows people to see or hear themselves delivering new skills, become the observer of their own behavior, and own their performance. This brings out the high-achiever in everyone.Our visionWe partner with clients to inspire, build and sustain exceptional service cultures to elevate employee and customer experiences.We believe strong, effective partnerships are a result of building trust through respect and accountability.We do this by consulting, developing and training individuals and organizations to make every interaction MAGIC. We...... embrace a shared mindset that everyone is your customer... strengthen relationships and build customer and employee loyalty... provide a measurable standard for driving business results Show less

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  Global Center for Spiritual Awakening

  Nov 2023 - now

  Co-Founder GCSA Community

  Imagine a space where spirituality isn't bound by walls but soars on the wings of open-minded exploration. We're not your average community; we believe that spirituality is a personal journey – a dance where you're free to move to the rhythm of your own beliefs. We're a vibrant blend of faith and facts, metaphors and science, wrapped up in a magical ribbon of experience.MetaSpirituality is not just a word we created to describe our belief system; it's an experience! MetaSpirituality is the harmony of ancient wisdom with the latest scientific revelations. It's the fusion of metaphorical musings and the exploration of psychic phenomena.We are an events-driven community, with interactive gatherings, master classes, spiritual mentoring groups, retreats, and more ... all designed to explore science and spirituality, advanced spiritual practices, and personal spiritual enrichment. We offer both virtual and in-person events throughout the year.Our goal is to help you master the art of living in "skin school" – as together we walk the spiritual path on practical, positive, and prosperous feet. Show less