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Monty Roberts

Monty Roberts, born in 1935 in California, is a renowned horse trainer and author, best known for his innovative approach to training horses without the use of force. His techniques, often referred to as Join-Up, emphasize understanding equine behavior and building trust between horse and trainer. Growing up in a family of horse trainers, Roberts faced challenges and skeptics who doubted his methods. However, he persevered, demonstrating that empathy and communication can yield remarkable results.

Roberts has inspired countless individuals, advocating for non-violent methods in both horse training and human interactions. His work extends beyond the equestrian world, emphasizing the importance of patience, understanding, and respect in building relationships. Through his books, workshops, and the Monty Roberts International Learning Center, he shares a powerful message: true leadership is rooted in compassion and connection, whether with animals or people. His legacy continues to influence trainers and enthusiasts worldwide

Books by Monty Roberts

Tatsha Robertson

Former magazine editor Tatsha Robertson is an award-winning editor and writer with more than twenty years of experience handling investigative, feature, and news stories for leading magazines and newspapers. As the first female NYC Bureau Chief and National Rover for The Boston Globe, she covered some of the nation’s largest stories, including Katrina, September 11th, and other major crime stories. She pioneered Essence magazine’s focus on investigative and news articles, which led to the positioning of the magazine as a significant authority and voice on news and led to an interview with President Obama. Most recently, she was the crime editor at People Magazine. Robertson is a frequent guest on national media, appearing on programs like The Today Show, CNN, HLN, FOX, and MSNBC. Tatsha currently teaches journalism as an adjunct professor at NYU.

Books by Tatsha Robertson

Tatsha Robertson

Tatsha Robertson, MA, is an award-winning editor and writer with more than twenty years of experience handling investigative, feature, and news stories. As the first female New York City Bureau Chief and National Rover for the Boston Globe, she began studying how parents raise successful children some ten years ago. Most recently, she was a senior editor at People.

Spider Robinson

Spider Robinson is the author of Callahan’s Key, Callahan’s Legacy and The Free Lunch. He has received three Hugo Awards, a Nebula Award and the Pat Terry Memorial Award for Humorous Science Fiction. He is particularly known for his series Callahan’s Place, believed to be the inspiration for one of the largest newsgroups on the Internet. He lives in Bowen Island, British Columbia.

Books by Spider Robinson

Justina Robson

Justina Robson is the author of three internationally critically acclaimed works of science fiction: Silver Screen, Mappa Mundi and Natural History. Her next book is called Living Next Door to the God of Love and is out in late 2005. She occasionally reviews literary SF for the Guardian newspaper and the small press. Her short stories have appeared in the U.K. and U.S. She always wanted to be a writer and made it through years of practice writing TV and film fanfics, so this essay is by way of thanks to all the many happy viewing hours. For more information please go to www.justinarobson.com.

Dan Rockwell

Dan Rockwell is the author of the highly recognized Leadership Freak Blog. His concise and practical articles are read in every country on the planet. Inc. Magazine recognized Dan as a Top 50 Leadership Expert in the English-speaking World, and a Top 100 Speaker. The American Management Association lists Dan as a Top 30 Leader in Business.

Books by Dan Rockwell

Diana Rodgers

Diana Rodgers, RD, is a “real food” nutritionist and sustainability advocate. She’s an author, runs a clinical nutrition practice, and is the host of The Sustainable Dish Podcast. Diana writes and speaks internationally about the intersection of optimal human nutrition and environmental sustainability. Diana is an advisory board member of Animal Welfare Approved, Savory Institute, and Whole30. 

Books by Diana Rodgers

Paul Roetzer

Paul Roetzer is founder and CEO of PR 20/20 and Marketing Artificial Intelligence Institute; author of The Marketing Performance Blueprint (Wiley, 2014) and The Marketing Agency Blueprint (Wiley, 2012); and creator of the Marketing Artificial Intelligence Conference (MAICON) and AI Academy for Marketers. His first book, The Marketing Agency Blueprint, serves as a guide for building tech-savvy, hybrid agencies that are more efficient, influential and profitable than traditional firms. The book has sold more than 14,000 copies since its publication in December 2011, while The Marketing Performance Blueprint, published fall 2014, has sold more than 9,400 copies. As a speaker, Roetzer is focused on making AI approachable and actionable, and helping change agents drive transformation through marketing talent, technology and strategy. A graduate of Ohio University’s E.W. Scripps School of Journalism, Roetzer has consulted for hundreds of organizations, from startups to Fortune 500 companies.

Paula Rogers

Paula Rogers is a writer and illustrator based in San Francisco. Her work in print and radio has been featured by San Francisco’s KQED Public Radio, National Public Radio, the Third Coast International Audio Festival, and Salon. She worked as a copywriter and editor for Show Me How, an infographic guide to life published by Harper Collins, and currently illustrates new titles in the series. When not deepening her relationship with her computer, she enjoys painting, opining, and nurturing an unhealthy interest in numerous fictional characters.