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Passion Driven Leader: Deb Sofield

This month I'd like to introduce you to my amazing friend, Deb Sofield. A South Carolinian, Deb brings graciousness and polish to every project she undertakes.  As an Executive Speech and Presentations Coach, her work has taken her from guest lecturing at Harvard's Kennedy School of Government to being an election observer in Bangladesh.  Her accomplishments have earned her recognition by the Association for Women in Communications as its "Communicator of the Year".

In 2001, Deb attended and graduated from the Women's Campaign School at Yale. Upon graduating, she used her expertise in public speaking to fulfill the school's mission to increase the number of women in the political sector. In less than 10 years, she has moved from alum to board member to now serving her second term as the President.  Her mission has been to solidify the reputation of the program so it continues to be the "Best Five-Day Training Program for Women in the Nation."

Deb has opened many doors for people to find success in their careers and lives by tapping into their natural abilities, teaching them to become capable and motivational speakers who deliver a message with lasting impact.  That's because Deb knows exactly what it takes –and means– to deliver a meaningful message. Deb is a skilled politician and savvy businesswoman who has been winning campaigns for public office while running her own successful business for more than two decades. Deb serves as the Chairman for the Commission of Public Works for the Water System in Greenville. She is the first women to hold this position since its inception in 1918. Deb also served two terms as a member of Greenville City Council.

Deb is devoted to giving women the tools they need to take part and succeed in the world of politics and public service.  She is tops in her field and through the WCS at Yale, Deb inspires women to believe in themselves and take an active role in shaping their communities and countries.  For more about Deb and her work, please visit www.debsofield.com.

Originally posted in the Passion Driven Leader May 2010 Newsletter distributed by Nancy Bocskor.  Learn more about Nancy at nancybocskor.com. To view entire newsletter, click here.