Dr. Marilou Ryder is a Professor of doctoral studies at UMASS Global. She is a recognized authority and engaging speaker on the gender divide and women in leadership. Dr. Ryder is also the author of eight books-The SeXX Factor, Rules of the Game, an Amazon Best-Seller. and the Sister to Sister Series.
Age -70
Childhood Ambition - To become a veterinarian
Best Health Tip - Omega Fish Oil
Inspiration - Powerful women
Best Money Saver - Happy Hours
Personal Quote - Be audacious
Defining Moment - Becoming a superintendent
Biggest Challenge - Becoming a superintendent
Favorite Song - Sounds of Silence
Greatest Success - Raising my son to become
a good person
Best Make-up Tip - Use Retin-A daily
What I learned from writing this book -
Pick up my feet when walking and live the good life
while I still can!
Jessica Thompson, a graduate of Rochester Institute of Technology has worked as a creative designer for the past twenty years. Her true passion includes coaching young women in the sports of field hockey and Lacrosse. Jessica, a teen advocate and mentor has since crossed over to the other side as a certified USFHA field hockey umpire.
Age- 61
Childhood Ambition - To become a Fashion Designer
Best Health Tip - Aquaphor
Inspiration - My daughters
Best Money Saver - Carrying my own golf bag
Personal Quote - You got this!
Defining Moment- Having our first child graduate from college
Biggest Challenge - Running my first 5K at 55
Favorite Song - Landslide
Greatest Success - Seeing my daughters on their own
Best Make-up Tip - Volumize L’Oréal Mascara
What I learned from writing this book -
Exercise my mind just as much as my body to keep strong and healthy and in the moment!