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Rich Dad Poor Dad Co-Author to Speak in London on 26th May

“Failings of our education system and financial services industry the root cause of financial illiteracy”

Dublin , Ireland, May 17, 2012 – “Failings of our education system and financial services industry the root cause of financial illiteracy”, says Rich Dad Poor Dad best-selling co-author and speaker Sharon Lechter.

Commenting on the lack of financial literacy, Sharon Lechter said: “We all have to deal with money issues throughout our lives. Unfortunately, the traditional education system fails to equip us with the right mindset, knowledge and skills we need to succeed at managing our own money. It takes a company like Horizon Speakers & Seminars to source and promote speakers like myself to provide the necessary education that the established education and financial services industry largely fails at.”

Commenting further, Lechter says: “No matter who you are, where you live or what your circumstances; whether you are an employee, a housewife, an entrepreneur or business person, you and your family can enrich your lives and secure your financial well-being by developing adequate financial literacy.” says Sharon Lechter.

A best-selling author, seasoned entrepreneur/business woman and Certified Public Accountant, Sharon will be sharing her insights and teachings on personal success and financial literacy at a unique 1-day event titled Think, Act & Grow Rich in London 26th May and Dublin 27th May 2012.

A rare female voice in the world of finance and public speaking her numerous accolades include being an international best-selling co-author of 15 books in the Rich Dad, Poor Dad series. In 2008, Lechter was appointed to the President’s Advisory Council on Financial Literacy. She is also an Emissary of the Napoleon Hill foundation and CEO of Pay Your Family First.

Commenting further, Lechter said:”Whether it’s simply paying the bills or raising capital for some other personal or business investment, everyone is faced with financial decisions to make. Unfortunately, most people haven’t had the education to allow them to develop their financial IQ to such a level as to ensure their financial well-being”

Sharon’s training provides unique insights and specific steps to boost people’s levels of personal success, their financial IQ and their bank balance! “The 1-Day talk I will be giving with Horizon Speakers & Seminars will focus on providing people with the knowledge, skills and tools people need to ultimately think, act and grow rich,” says Sharon.

Keelan Cunningham, CEO of Horizon Speakers and Seminars (the organisers), commented on the upcoming event with Sharon saying: “We are delighted to host such a world-class authority in the field of personal success and personal finance in both Dublin and London at the end of May. At a time where money issues and finances are centre stage in every household we feel this is a great opportunity for people in both Ireland and the UK to learn from a genuine world-authority on personal success and financial well-being”

“This seminar will be particularly of use to professionals, business owners, entrepreneurs, investors and anyone in general who’d like to improve their financial situation. Everyone can benefit from becoming better at managing their mind, their money and their finances,” said Keelan Cunningham.

For further information or to arrange an interview with Sharon Lechter please contact Keelan Cunningham or Ian Lawlor at media@horizonspeakers.com, T: +44 (0)20 323 95220 or go to www.horizonspeakers.co.uk for more details.

We’ll be happy to extend invitations to journalist who’d like to attend, simply email us at: media@horizonspeakers.com if interested.

Sharon Lechter’s “Think, ACT and Grow Rich” event is on:
– Saturday, 26th May 2012 in London at the Renaissance London Heathrow Hotel
– Sunday, 27th May 2012 in Dublin at the Ballsbridge Inn Hotel, Dublin 4
– Times: 9.00am – 7.00pm

Contact:
Scott Kelly
Black Dog Promotions
9920 S. Rural Rd., Ste 108
Tempe, AZ 85284
480-206-3435
scott@blackdogpromotions.com
http://www.blackdogpromotions.com

Sharon Lechter to serve as Keynote Speaker for Arizona Society of Certified Public Accountants (ASCPA) Annual Meeting at the Arizona Biltmore

Internationally acclaimed co-author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, member of the President’s Advisory Council on Financial Literacy and a current national spokesperson for the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)

Scottsdale, AZ, May 04, 2012 – Internationally acclaimed co-author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, member of the President’s Advisory Council on Financial Literacy and a current national spokesperson for the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), Sharon Lechter, will serve as keynote speaker at the ASCPA Annual Meeting presented at the Arizona Biltmore on May 22, 2012.

Registration for the event begins at 11:00 a.m. The program runs from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Fees are $65 for members, $75 for non-members. To register for the event or for more information, visit www.ascpa.com.

During the meeting, Lechter will speak to the audience about financial literacy. The meeting will also include an awards presentation honoring the newest Life Member, Randy Roberts, CPA, state of Arizona Auditor General’s Office; Excellence in Teaching Award recipient, Harriet Maccracken, ASU; and the Elijah Watt Sells Award recipient, Trevor Goss, Ernst & Young. Special thanks to event Gold Sponsor, ADP and Silver Sponsors CAMICO, Robert Half and SCF Arizona.

Cindie Hubiak, CPA and President & CEO of the Arizona Society of CPAs noted, “Financial literacy benefits everyone. As CPAs, we know the importance of CPAs educating others about budgeting and saving money. CPAs recognize their role and volunteer their expertise in the community. Sharon’s leadership is key. We appreciate her membership in the ASCPA and value her role as a national financial literacy leader.”

“I am thrilled to participate. There is no greater honor than that bestowed by your peers. The Arizona Society of CPAs is a fabulous organization that provides leadership and cutting edge training to its membership,” said Lechter.

The ASCPA is the leading professional association for CPAs in Arizona. Membership includes more than 6,000 CPAs and business professionals, including CPAs in business and industry, public practice, government, nonprofit and education. The mission of the Society is to enhance the success of members and lead the profession.

For information, contact:
Traci Baker Thompson
Senior Manager of Member Activities
Arizona Society of CPAs
4801 E. Washington St., Suite 225-B
Phoenix, AZ 85034
602-324-4745
http://www.ascpa.com

Best selling author, entrepreneur, international speaker, CPA, and philanthropist, Sharon Lechter passionately promotes financial education and literacy for families. A national spokesperson for the AICPA, she proudly served as a member of the first President’s Advisory Council on Financial Literacy. Founder of Pay Your Family First and YOUTHpreneur, Lechter continues to innovate tools and resources to teach financial empowerment. Lechter has received the coveted Mom’s Choice Awards® for her board game, ThriveTime for Teens, and for the Youthpreneur BIZkit. Most recently, she released Three Feet from Gold and Outwitting the Devil in cooperation with the Napoleon Hill Foundation. Co-author of the international best selling book, Rich Dad Poor Dad, Lechter continues to travel the globe inspiring others to achieve prosperity.

Contact:
Scott Kelly
Black Dog Promotions
9920 S. Rural Rd., Ste 108
Tempe, AZ 85284
480-206-3435
scott@blackdogpromotions.com
http://www.blackdogpromotions.com

Sharon Lechter Finalist for a Lifetime Achievement and Best Company Stevie® Award for Women in Business

Stevie Award Winners to Be Announced in New York on November 11, 2011

Scottsdale, AZ, November 01, 2011 – Sharon Lechter, best selling author and financial literacy expert was named a Finalist in the Lifetime Achievement category in the 8th annual Stevie Awards for Women in Business. Founder of Pay Your Family First, also a finalist for a Best Company category, Lechter continues to innovate new ways for families to teach financial responsibility globally.

The Stevie Awards for Women in Business honor women executives, entrepreneurs, and the companies they run –worldwide. The Stevie Awards have been hailed as the world’s premier business awards.

“I’m honored to stand alongside so many accomplished women nominated for this prestigious award. I hope that this honor sheds light on the importance of financial education as we continue our work to empower families and to inspire children to create financial independence,” said Lechter.

Nicknamed the Stevies for the Greek word “crowned,” winners will be announced during a gala event at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York on Friday, November 11. Nominated women executives and entrepreneurs from the U.S.A and several other countries are expected to attend. The presentations will be broadcast live on radio in the U.S.A. by the Business TalkRadio Network.

More than 1,300 entries – a record for the competition – were submitted this year for consideration in 75 categories, including Best Executive, Best Entrepreneur, Women Helping Women, and Communications Campaign of the Year. Sharon Lechter is a Finalist in the Lifetime Achievement category.

Best selling author, entrepreneur, international speaker, CPA, philanthropist and proud mother and grandmother, Sharon Lechter passionately promotes financial literacy for families. A national spokesperson for the AICPA, Lechter also was honored to serve as a member of the first President’s Advisory Council on Financial Literacy.

Lechter has received a 2010 Mom’s Choice Gold Award® for her board game, ThriveTime for Teens, as well as a Gold award in 2011 for the YOUTHpreneur BIZkit. Pay Your Family First resources have also been awarded a Dr. Toy award, WTS Toy Review’s 5 Star rating as well as Creative Child Magazine’s 2010 Game of The Year for ThriveTime for Teens.

Most recently, she published, Three Feet from Gold and Outwitting the Devil, in cooperation with the Napoleon Hill Foundation. Co-author of the international best selling book, Rich Dad, Poor Dad, Lechter continues to travel the globe empowering others to achieve prosperity.

For further information about Sharon Lechter, visit her online at http://www.sharonlechter.com/. To explore Lechter’s games and tools for youth, visit http://www.payyourfamilyfirst.com/.

Details about the Stevie Awards for Women in Business and the list of Finalists in all categories are available at http://www.stevieawards.com/women.

About The Stevie Awards:
Stevie Awards are conferred in four programs: The American Business Awards, The International Business Awards, the Stevie Awards for Women in Business, and the Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service. Honoring organizations of all types and sizes and the people behind them, the Stevies recognize outstanding performances in the workplace worldwide. Learn more about the Stevie Awards at www.stevieawards.com.

Sponsors and supporters of the 8th annual Stevie Awards for Women in Business (as of October 12) include the Business TalkRadio Network, Coloredge, Infogroup, KeyBank | Key4Women, Melilea International Group of Companies, SDL, and Smart Reader Worldwide

Contact:
Scott Kelly
Black Dog Promotions
9920 S. Rural Rd., Ste 108
Tempe, AZ, 85284 – USA
480-206-3435
scott@blackdogpromotions.com
http://www.blackdogpromotions.com

The Mom’s Choice Awards® Names Sharon Lechter’s YOUTHpreneur BIZkit Highest Honor In Family-Friendly Products

The Mom’s Choice Awards® (MCA) has named the YOUTHpreneur BIZkit among the best in family-friendly media, products and services with a Gold award, the highest honor from Mom’s Choice.

Tempe, AZ (USA), Friday – October 28th, 2011 — The Mom’s Choice Awards® (MCA) recognizes authors, inventors, companies, parents and others for their efforts in creating quality family-friendly media, products and services.

Designed to inspire innovation and spark the entrepreneurial spirit, the YOUTHpreneur BIZkit is a self-paced guide that walks a young person through launching a part time business. The kit includes a mentor guide, quick start guide, step-by-step activities, a tote bag and a calculator, pen, business cards, letterhead, envelopes and postcards.

An esteemed panel of judges including education, media and other experts as well as parents, children, librarians, performing artists, producers, medical and business professionals, authors, scientists and others collaborate to review materials considered for awards. (Visit http://www.momschoiceawards.com/ to discover more.)

“We are thrilled to receive such a distinctive award and ecstatic to be recognized by MCA for the second year running. My passion is to inspire today’s youth to tap into their entrepreneurial spirit, and adopt the skills that will empower them to thrive today and into their future. The gift of financial education is the gift of a lifetime.” Lechter said.

Lechter received her first MCA award in 2010 for Pay Your Family First’s board game, ThriveTime for Teens. Acclaimed author, speaker, entrepreneur, philanthropist, educator, licensed CPA and mother, Lechter founded Pay Your Family First, to empower families with resources and education to achieve financial independence.

Co-author of the bestselling book, Think and Grow Rich – Three Feet From Gold, with the Napoleon Hill Foundation, Rich Dad Poor Dad and 14 other books in the Rich Dad series, Sharon’s most recent book project was the annotation of Outwitting the Devil, by Napoleon Hill, also in tandem with the Napoleon Hill Foundation.

For further information, visit http://www.sharonlechter.com. Product available on Amazon at: http://www.amazon.com/Its-My-BIZkit-Entrepreneurial-kit/dp/B004HL72J0/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1319666661&sr=8-2

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Black Dog Promotions
9920 S. Rural Rd., Ste 108
Tempe, AZ 85284 – USA
480-206-3435
scott@blackdogpromotions.com
http://www.blackdogpromotions.com
http://www.sharonlechter.com