Michelle completed her MBA in Marketing, E-Commerce and Information Systems from the University of Rochester\u2019s Simon School of Business. She has over twenty years of experience in higher education; ten years owning a web design and marketing company; and currently serves as the Head of Customer Success for Impress.org (developers of GiveWP.com and WPBusinessReviews.com).<\/p>\n\n\n
Michelle is a veteran of public speaking. She\u2019s been an instructor for a wide variety of topics including Using Quantitative Data Analysis Software, Meditative Drawing, Intro to WordPress, and Marketing for Massage Therapy. Michelle speaks at conferences all over North America. You can find many of them recorded on WordPress.tv including \u201cLittle Things That Make a Big Difference\u201d and \u201cHidden Features of WordPress Revealed,\u201d as well as panel discussions on marketing and women in technology.<\/p>\n\n\n
Michelle is the author \u201cA Good Firm Handshake (and other essential business tips)\u201d available on Amazon.com.<\/p>\n\n\n
Say hi to Michelle on Twitter at @michelleames and check out her website at clickhappydesigns.com.<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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