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Mel Lester is principal of The Business Edge, a practice management consulting firm that specializes in helping architectural, engineering, and environmental consulting firms improve business performance. He has worked in our industry for over 35 years, serving as both a manager and consultant.

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leadership education - presenting to clients - presentation skills - management - leadership - business marketing - strategic planning - personal productivity - human resources - client service - behavioral safety - practice management - project management -

Diplomas and Certifications

Bachelors: Communication Studies, Virginia Tech

Skills & Competencies

Expert:

Face to Face Instruction: Communication Skills, Facilitation/Trainer Skills
Instructor-Led Delivery Formats: Large group lecture, Seminar, Workshop

Experienced:

Face to Face Instruction: Ability to Summarize Information, Application of Adult Learning Theory, Leadership Skills, Learning Management Skills
Program Management: Instructional Leadership, Professional Development Practices

Competent:

Face to Face Instruction: Evaluation, Technical Skills
Program Management: Program Monitoring and Reporting, Resource Management and Allocation
Instructor-Led Delivery Formats: Keynote Speaking, Online presentations, Web casts, Webinars
Advanced Media Development: Webinars

Learning:

Program Management: Community Collaboration
Online Instruction: Course Design
Advanced Media Development: Webcasts

Contact Information

Mr. Mel Lester

591 Alleghany Spring Road

Shawsville, VA 24162

USA

bizedge@earthlink.net

Phone: 540-268-2300