Carolyn K. Knefely is a speaker, etiquette specialist and career coach. As an international speaker and trainer, Carolyn has taught her professional development program to educators and corporate directors from 29 countries. She is a repeat guest speaker for the American Marketing Association and International Toastmasters regional conferences. Her passion is to help people go beyond networking to connecting through meaningful relationships. Her interactive presentations are described as “contagious,” “productive,” and “highly successful.” This fall she’ll be on faculty at the North Texas Christian Writers Conference, where she will present her programs on creating purpose statements and purpose boards in order to help writers hone their elevator speeches and create their own inspirational partners.
As a people polisher, Carolyn teaches soft skills, core civilities, and bold faith living to career seekers and career changers. Her polishing came through her education from the Universityof Texas, The Protocol School of Washington, and her career experiences with an international airline in sales and marketing; as program director and corporate relations officer at a major university; and as the director of women’s activities for a national non-profit organization. However, it was Christ Jesus who polished her with His love and took her from beggar to teacher. She has a story to tell and a heart to share. Carolyn is co-director, along with Vonda Skelton, of Christian Communicators (www.ChristianCommunicators.com). Visit Carolyn’s website at www.TeacupLiving.blogspot.com.









Carolyn’s passion is to help others shine with poise and purpose in their ministry as she cheers them on with much encouragement and inspiration.
As a certified consultant by the Protocol School of Washington, Carolyn offers her workshop participants a unique and fun opportunity to explore creative, motivational, and inspirational skills with immediate application. Her energy and joy for the Lord permeate every word, activity, and idea.
Carolyn and Helmut, her husband of over 40 years, reside in Greenville SC, where they share their empty nest with Toby, an adorable (and very spoiled) Miniature Dachsund.
Vonda Skelton is a speaker, author, and entertainer who praises God that He can take her messes and use them for His glory…and your entertainment! From black eyes to pink pigs and spider veins to webs of deceit, life is a stage—and every day offers a bounty of new material. You just can’t make this stuff up!
She loves training speakers and writers to share the messages God has given them through their own stories of life. In addition to being founder and co-director of Christian Communicators, Vonda is the owner of Christian Writer’s Den writing blog, co-director of the NCompass Writing Retreat, and co-owner of SCW Productions. Vonda and Gary have been married 42 years—and they’re still happy about it! www.VondaSkelton.com