Gregory L. Jones, MD Board certified in Palliative Medicine, Dr. Jones is a radiation oncologist who has been a hospice medical director since 1991.  Dr. Jones has developed a unique approach to communicate with patients and family members about the benefits of hospice care.  His message is causing big changes on how hospice personnel present hospice care to persons who are terminally ill.  To contact Dr. Jones directly, email him at glj99@hotmail.com.

	Sam Oliver Sam Oliver has cared for the needs of the dying in palliative care for over 17 years.  During that time, he has served as the Chair, and now, Co-Chair of the Hospice Ethics Committee at a Hospice Care Center in Northern Ohio.  Sam has served several years as a State Continuing Education Chairperson for the Association of Professional Chaplains. For well over a decade, Sam has been an active editorial review board member and contributing writer for Healing Ministry Journal, The Journal of Terminal Oncology, and The American Journal of Hospice and Palliative Care. Sam began his speaking about spiritual care over 15 years ago and continues to speak at public engagements on the local, national, and international levels.  He has spoken at several college campuses and keynoted at several Hospice Conferences.  His first book of four "What the Dying Teach Us: Lessons on Living" is a Doubleday Book Club, One Spirit, and National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization selection. Sam's undergraduate study was at Georgetown College with a B.A. in Psychology.  He received his Master of Divinity at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky with an emphasis in the Pastor/Teacher track.  In 2003, Sam finished his postgraduate certificate in Healthcare Ethics through Rush University in Chicago, IL.  Recently,  Sam was the Chaplain at a Hospice Care Center in Ohio.  At this time, Sam is full time as a writer and speaker for spiritual care issues related to death and dying. Sam's most recent books include: "God a Logs on Living and Dying" "A Fish Named Ed" and "The Path into Healing."  Email Sam at: Oliverwtdtu@aol.com.

	Hazel Angelina Benau, BA Ms. Benau has a contagious passion for life!  Her husband died young leaving her to raise 4 year-old twin girls.  Her father’s numerous diplomatic assignments gave Hazel the opportunity to live and grow up in many foreign countries and certainly helped groom her to embrace change.  Ms. Benau is involved in many volunteer activities in her community and was instrumental in launching a support group for young widows/widowers.  She shares positive, upbeat experiences with her audience.  Email Hazel at: habenau@yahoo.com.

	Rachel Schmidt Rachel Schmidt’s company Healthcare Marketing & Strategies mission is to improve access to quality hospice care through public education, professional training and consumer advocacy.  She conducts workshops for health care professionals and consumer groups on the benefits of hospice and palliative care.   With a team of healthcare professionals the firm offers road maps for hospice providers to effectively hone their marketing strategies and educate their surrounding communities on the benefits of hospice care. Rachel works to be an independent voice for hospice growth and understanding by increasing professional knowledge and raising public awareness so that hospice is readily accessible for Americans of all ages. Prior to entering the hospice arena, Rachel worked for Bristol-Myers Squibb for 24 years in sales and marketing.  Rachel is a graduate of Hunter College, New York City with a bachelor’s degree in Health Education.   If your needs include marketing/public relations ideas or staff development training that addresses the business side of hospice contact Rachel at rachel.schmidt@comcast.net or by phone at (804) 360-7761.   Click here to learn more about Rachel

	Ron LaSalle, RN BSN MBA CHPCA Besides assistance with corrective action plans, strategic business planning, feasibility studies, etc., Ron is available, on a limited basis, for speaking engagements that are geared to improved efficiency and staff morale.      Ron’s presentation, Mastering the Art of Hospice Case Management, is laced with humor and serious real life experiences about his time caring for hospice patients and families.  He delivers this presentation in his dynamic fashion, and it is a favorite among hospice registered nurses, care coordinators and social workers.     Ron also provides a high energy message to hospice board of directors that gives insight on many challenges facing the industry and how board members can get the most of their hospice experience.  Board members gain prospective and walk away with a better understanding and appreciation for their executive director and hospice personnel.  Contact Ron at HospiceWorks@aol.com.