His awards have included several local and national Emmys, as well as the prestigious George Foster Peabody Award -- broadcasting's equivalent to the Pulitzer Prize -- as part of CBS 5's "AIDS Lifeline" reporting team. He has also been awarded the Pioneer Award at the GLAAD Media Awards, and the James R. Harrison Award from the San Francisco AIDS Foundation. He was also named “Reporter of the Year” by the Associated Press (APTRA’S “Chris Harris Award”). Hank was inducted into the Emmy Silver Circle by the National Television Academy, which honors individuals who have made a significant contribution to broadcasting. In addition, his work has been singled out for praise by The New York Times and other media.

His experience includes reporting and anchoring at TV stations across the country: KHJ-TV in Los Angeles, KRIV-TV in Houston, KMSP-TV in Minneapolis and WVEC-TV in Norfolk, Virginia and, for 25 years, at KPIX TV in San Francisco. He also served as Assignment Editor at WTTG-TV in Washington, D.C., and News Editor at WRC (NBC) Radio, in Washington D.C.

Hank’s community service has included work with the Human Rights Campaign, the Lambda Legal Defense Fund, GLAAD, Project Open Hand, and the San Francisco AIDS Foundation. Prior to his broadcasting career, Hank worked in print journalism in Washington, D.C. at the Sentinel Newspapers, where he was Managing Editor, and at The Washington Post, where he worked on the City Desk.

Hank lives in Palm Springs with his husband, Roger Groth, who is an artist.

She currently oversees "Power Sewing" an instructional sewing show for all ages which is in its 5th year of production. She also served hypnotherapist at Cavallo Point Lodge, overseeing "Massage for the Mind", workshops, and one-on-one sessions.

Her years of experience interviewing a wide range of people from company executives to law enforcement to the general public has given her the insight into what it takes to get a good interview and give a good interview. She says in order to interview someone effectively or be interviewed there are a few "tricks of the trade." She says practicing how to deliver a message on camera or off camera effectively will give a person the edge over the competition.

Juliette says many times companies have great stories or ideas worthy of reporting on the news but fall short on how to "pitch" a story to media outlets. She says with an effective press release a company can catch the attention of media outlets. Juliette says everyone could use a little practice and fine tuning when it comes to being in front of the camera, answering tough interview questions and giving answers to reporters in what is called a good soundbite. Her experience with network television has made teaching the trade to others second nature.

She has successfully assisted clients in getting quoted and covered in Business Week, CNN, Fortune, Forbes, Newsweek, New York Times, Today Show, USA Today and The Wall Street Journal, as well as numerous local television stations across the country.

In a career spanning almost 40 years, he has produced and reported stories airing on network news & cable stations, on corporate websites & boardrooms, even the Broadway stage.

Yvette Fernandez' journalism background provides the foundation for her niche Media Training services—Crisis Communications. With many years of experience as an on-camera reporter, Yvette earned numerous national and regional awards. She has interviewed a wide range of people from Mother Teresa to Mob Bosses in prison. She has filed reports from inside the US/Mexico Drug Tunnel for CNN to post-Earthquake El Salvador, conducting interviews in English and Spanish.

Yvette is a consultant with the CA Specialized Training Institute, providing Media Training for hundreds of California “first responders” such as: Police, Fire and Government Public Information Officers. Yvette has also provided training to international corporations on: preparing for Crisis Communications and communicating with diverse audiences (language and culture). Through her company, The SoundBite Specialists, Yvette offers advanced Crisis Communication and Media Training to municipalities, groups or individuals.

She currently works with individuals and groups who need to appear in public or on camera and need to finesse how to "stay on message" or for that matter - figure out what their message is. Her background in theater and film gives her a unique perspective on how to help her clients "come alive" and enjoy the experience of public speaking.  Her vast experience in production perfectly segues into all her work when preparing individuals or groups for any appearance in the public eye, whether it be on camera or live.

If you would rather die than speak in public, get ready for a paradigm shift!

So Manny has been on both sides of the camera for satellite interviews. Manny now works with corporate executives who want to improve their voice and on-camera delivery for TV or webcast appearances. He is also an instructor of on-camera technique for Masters students in the Multi- Media Communications Department of the Academy of Art University

In 2007, Mr. Landis joined the faculty of Golden Gate University, teaching public relations in a master's degree program for marketing majors.  A recipient of numerous awards, Mr. Landis is a published writer and has been a featured speaker at numerous industry conferences, as well as a guest lecturer at Stanford University, the University of California-Berkeley, University of San Francisco and Golden Gate University.

She's covered everything from kidnappings of Americans in Mexico to the historic U.S. Supreme Court decision in the presidential race between George W. Bush and Al Gore. As an on-air personality and a frequent public speaker, she has expertise in connecting with audiences both on television and in front of a live audience.

While known throughout his career as one of the preeminent storytellers in television, Hegedus has also covered his share of revolutions and heart thumping sporting events. Being 'under fire' is nothing new for Mike and his ability to bring that same calm, cool, and collected approach to dealing with all forms of media is what makes him so sought after.

Clients describe her as wise, insightful and brutally honest. She starts with an individual’s delivery style and coaches to enhance it. She is praised for her ability to listen and then turn a client’s ideas into a clear, creative message to motivate, inspire, contain a crisis or get the order!

Through On-Camera Media Skills Training, Melissa prepares clients to master interview situations, whether sit-down or spontaneous. Melissa believes that today, with the rapid proliferation of “citizen journalism” and social media sites, on camera mistakes are seen and heard by millions – instantly, repeatedly and permanently – with practically no chance of a do-over. Today senior executives are likely to face a camera in a hostile situation at some time during their career. Melissa coaches for that event to assure there are no missteps.

Melissa received her MA from Columbia University in NY. She is a writer of a weekly blog.

Working as a team, these trainers provide an immersive experience.