R.O.A.D. Author
Dr. Amy S. Tolbert, Ph.D, CSP, Principal of ECCO

Amy S. Tolbert, develops multicultural organizations and individuals by bringing cutting-edge topics, such as, fun/results-driven diversity initiative, the leadership within, managing to style, and creating breakthrough teams to you.

She is a principal of Effecting Creative Change in Organizations (ECCO International), which specializes in creating a new sense of spirit and preparing people and organizations for sustainability in an ever-changing environment through e-learning, technology and facilitated learning.

Addressing diversity and multicultural issues, cross-cultural training, and managing a diverse workforce, Dr. Tolbert has co-authored and presented the "Discovering Diversity Profile," a popular self-assessment tool, at the American Society for Training and Development (ASTD) International Conference and the Inscape (formerly Carlson Learning) Publishing International Conference.

She has presented nationally and internationally at the International Human Resource Development Organization Conference; the International Management Development Organization; the "Quality Workforce," a national conference co-sponsored by ASTD; and other national conferences.

She also co-developed the "Integrating Diversity Profile," which assesses key areas for organizations to focus their time and energies regarding diversity efforts. Diverse experiences take Dr. Tolbert from the United States to Latin America, from Fortune 100 companies to non-profits and, from the cold winter climate of her home state of Minnesota to warm sunny climates whenever possible.

Dr. Tolbert consults and trains nationally in the areas of international training and development, e-learning/business television design and production, persuasive presentation/communication skills, managing within a diverse workforce, motivation and leadership skills. Her diverse client list includes 3M, Best Buy, Mayo Clinic, and the United Way.

Although she has many accomplishments, she considers her marriage and two inspiring daughters to be at the top of the list.