Speaker Bios
Lillian Bennett
Lillian is an astrologer in Seattle. In addition to formal training in Evolutionary Astrology from Laura Nalbandian, Lillian has explored the luminal world via wiccan and shamanic work for over 20 years. This perspective of attunement to the living world viewed through an astrological lens is the hallmark of Lillian's practice.
Email: answers@effectiveastrology.com
Maurice Fernandez
Maurice Fernandez, author of the books Neptune, the 12th House and Pisces and Astrology and the Evolution of Consciousness-Volume One, is one of the leading Evolutionary Astrologers. He is also the organizer of The River of Stars Astrology conference in Hawaii. His educational programs and reading practice have forged a worldwide reputation of depth and excellence. Maurice has been practicing Kundalini Yoga for more than 15 years and teaches it with astrology, offering workshops that provide a complete body, mind, and spirit experience. You can find Maurice on Facebook.
Dennis Flaherty
Dennis Flaherty is an international astrologer with over 25 years of experience. He is one of the seven original founding board members of the American Council of Vedic Astrology (CVA) in 1995 and is the current elected President of CVA. He also is one of the original seven founding board member of the American College of Vedic Astrology (2000) He is a long standing member of astrological community having been elected four terms as President of the Washington State Astrological Association (WSAA) and four terms on the Steering Committee of the Association For Astrological Networking (AFAN). He is a full time practicing and teaching astrologer. He is one of the few westerners who is practiced and certified in both Western and Vedic astrology. Dennis is the recipient of the Jyotish Kovid (1994) and Jyotish Vachaspati (1996) from the late B.V. Raman at the Indian Council of Astrological Sciences (ICAS) and holds the titles of CVA Jyotish Visharada and CVA Jyotish Koivid from the CVA. Dennis is the director of the NW Institute of Vedic Sciences in the greater Seattle area where he teaches and tutors students in Vedic astrology and maintains a busy clientele.
Kristin Fontana
MKristin Fontana graduated from UCLA with a degree in Kinesiology. She studied with world-renowned astrologer Jeffrey Wolf Green and is a certified graduate of the School of Evolutionary Astrology. Kristin is a contributor to a new book on Evolutionary Astrology Called "Insights into Evolutionary ASTROLOGY" and she provides a weekly Astrological Forecast column for the Beach Reporter in Southern California, which is also posted on her web site. Fontana is listened to worldwide on her weekly internet radio show Guiding Stars on the website www.healthylife.net.
Steven Forrest
Steven Forrest is the author of several astrological bestsellers including, THE INNER SKY, THE CHANGING SKY, THE BOOK OF PLUTO, YESTERDAY'S SKY, and most recently THE BOOK OF THE MOON. His work has been translated into a dozen languages. He travels widely to speak and teach his brand of choice-centered evolutionary astrology - an astrology which integrates free will, grounded humanistic psychology and ancient metaphysics. Over five hundred people have passed through his Astrological Apprenticeship program since 1998.
Lesley Francis
Lesley is a professional astrologer, psychic, writer, teacher, and former journalist with a deep passion for using her talents to support others in the greatest act of creativity - living their lives. Her study of astrology began 37 years ago during her 21-year career at Canada's fourth largest newspaper. Highlights include speaking at NORWAC 2007, SOTA 2009 & 2010 and contributing to Llewellyn's Sun and Moon signs books (2008, 2009, and 2010). Her predictions will appear in Llewellyn's 2012 Astrological Calendar.
Roy Gillett B.Ed(Hons Ldn)
Roy Gillett combines twenty years of experience in City of London business and school teaching with nearly forty more as an astrologer and Buddhist. He is President of Britain's The Astrological Association and a Trustee of London's Jamyang Buddhist Centre. He speaks for astrology on the media, is a regular presenter at international conferences and writes a The Astrological Journal's mundane astrology news column. His Astrology and Compassion the Convenient Truth makes a powerful case for the central role of astrology in 21st century ideas and society. His study Economy, Ecology and Kindness (2009), compares astro-cycles with market theories and actions - especially between 1979 and 2024.
Email: roy.gillett@ntlworld.com
Margaret Gray
www.astrologypsychological.com
Margaret Gray B.A. Mod ESS (TCD), MSW, D. Psych. Astrology (CPA London UK); Reiki Master; Vocational Coach and Past Life Regression Practitioner. Margaret works as a professional astrologer, teacher, supervisor and workshop facilitator in Ireland, Hawaii and the US mainland. She has been writing a regular feature for several years on Psychological Astrology for Positive Life Magazine and has published articles in the Astrology Assn Journal UK as well as Psychotherapy publications in Ireland and the UK. Margaret is the book reviewer for the ISAR journal and is currently completing her first book, which is due for publication in 2011. Margaret is the founder of the new International Astrology Center, aimed at providing astrological education at all levels. Margaret also co-facilitates spiritual, emotional and behavioural development workshops with Betty Cosgrave and Linda Nicholson.
Email: Margaret@astrologypsychological.com
Phone: 808 782-7953
Robert Hand
Robert Hand has been a student of astrology since 1960 and a full-time professional astrologer since 1972. His books include Planets in Composite, Planets in Transit, Planets in Youth, Horoscope Symbols and Essays on Astrology, and a number of shorter works on traditional astrology. He has been actively translating traditional astrological texts from Latin for several years in connection with his company ARHAT and also has an active astrological consulting practice in the Washington D.C. area. He is planning soon to offer on the web, lectures and courses in his methods in astrology. He is also working on his Ph.D. dissertation in medieval history at the Catholic University of America in Washington, DC, and is currently Chairman of the Board of Kepler College.
Email: info@robhand.com
Phone: (703) 758-7150
Madalyn Hillis-Dineen
Madalyn Hillis-Dineen, CA NCGR, CAP, has been an astrologer since 1979 and Astrolabe's Director of Marketing since 1994. She is both a Uranian astrologer and a certified Astro*Carto*Graphy interpreter. Winner of the 1995 Regulus Award for Community Service, Madalyn was the Chair of the NCGR from 2005-2011 and is President of the NCGR PAA. She was a co-coordinator of UAC 2008 and is a co-coordinator of UAC 2012. She is a contributor to the 1997 Llewellyn anthology, Astrology for Women: Roles and Relationships and to StarIQ.com.
Jeff Jawer
Jeff is the CEO and co-founder of StarIQ.com. Jeff holds a B.A. in "The History and Science of Astrology" from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst and lectures at astrology conferences throughout the world. Jeff is the author of Your Astrology Guide annual with Rick Levine, is a regular contributor to Tarot.com writes the forecast column for The Mountain Astrologer, and celebrity profiles for AOL. Jeff and Rick lead astrology seminars for Heaven and Earth Workshops. He co-founded AFAN and UAC and helped teach the first Astro*Carto*Graphy certification course with Jim Lewis.
Mark Jones
Mark is an Evolutionary Astrologer, Psychosynthesis Therapist and Hypnotherapist working in private practice in Bristol, England. Mark is the head teacher of Evolutionary Astrology in the U.K. and is a regular speaker at the Norwac and Evolutionary Astrology conferences. In August 2010 Mark taught on Uranus, Trauma and Healing at the Astrology, Reincarnation and Soul 4-day workshop in Denver. Mark has a chapter on the Nodes in the book Insights into Evolutionary Astrology and a chapter on the use of Evolutionary Astrology in therapeutic work in Psychosynthesis, New Perspectives. Mark is available for readings and astrology tuition and has many resources for students on his website. An interview with Mark explaining some of his astrological and therapeutic work can be found at engagedheart.com
Email: markjones@plutoschool.com
Rick Levine
Rick's daily horoscope column is translated in Spanish, German, French and Portuguese. It's published by Tarot.com and reaches millions of people every day and is featured on Internet sites such as iGoogle, AOL, MySpace, and Beliefnet. His "Your Astrology Guide" (written with Jeff Jawer) is published by Sterling Press and in its fifth year. His "Quantum Astrology" DVD reveals his thinking on astrology, science, spirituality and history as he bridges the gulf between technical and popular astrology. He is the cofounder of StarIQ.com, a Founding Trustee of Kepler College and an active voice in the astrology community.
Rose Marcus
Rose Marcus, Evolutionary Astrologer/Teacher, ISAR C.A.P. (Certified Astrology Professional) is based in Vancouver, Canada. She launched the Canadian School of Evolutionary Astrology, (the Jeffrey Wolf Green Method) in 2001 and now offers this program via webinar as well as in-person classes. In addition to her busy international consultation practice, Rose has written for numerous projects and publications (of note: Vogue Magazine (NY), SELF Magazine (NY); Shared Vision, Vancouver, BC.); she was the forecast columnist for The Mountain Astrologer, USA in 2007/2008. Rose has lectured at conferences in the US and Canada, has appeared as a frequent guest on Breakfast TV, Vancouver, and currently joins Kristin Fontana last Wednesday of every month on Guiding Stars Radio, healthylife.net. In-depth monthly forecasts, archived podcasts, and other presentations can be found on Rose's website. Rose's first book, "Insights into Evolutionary Astrology", Llewellyn Worldwide, (a compilation project spearheaded by Rose), was released in July, 2010. In addition to her astrology services, Rose is also known as a gifted clairvoyant and tarot reader.
Email: rose_marcus@shaw.ca
Laura Nalbandian
Laura is a 2nd-generation astrologer, practicing and teaching astrology since 1987. She is the co-owner/coordinator of NORWAC, established in 1984. Her family owns Astrology Et Al Bookstore, which she managed from 1983-91. She was Coordinator for ROMAC03 and UAC02 and a Track Coordinator for UAC08. She has presented at ISAR05, EA06, UAC08, NCGR10 and will speak at the River of Stars Conference in 2011. She has lectured in Portland, Boston, Hartford and Tampa, and is also a founding board member of Kepler College. Laura is a Past President of the Washington State Astrological Association, and is currently the Treasurer. She is an Evolutionary Astrologer; studying with the founder of the Pluto material, Jeffrey Green, from 1983-86. Laura focuses on assisting and coaching clients to understand their lives and patterns through the understanding of the Soul's journey.
Email: laurag@astrologyetal.com
Phone: (206)930-7613
Amanda Owen
Amanda Owen has been studying astrology since 1974 and has maintained a private practice since the mid-eighties. Her new book is The Power of Receiving: A Revolutionary Approach to Giving Yourself the Life You Want and Deserve (Tarcher/Penguin, December 2010).
David Pond
David Pond is an internationally recognized astrologer, author, speaker and workshop leader. He has been a practicing professional astrologer since 1975 and has a Master of Science Degree in "Experimental Metaphysics." David has written many books on metaphysical topics including Astrology and Relationships, Chakras for Beginners, and The Pursuit of Happiness. He and his wife Laurie lead groups to spiritual sites around the world for adventure and metaphysical teachings. David's other passions include family (four sons and 8 grandchildren) gardening, and all outdoor activity.
Email: dpond@reflectingpond.com
Philip Sedgwick
Philip began his study of astrology long before any of the young astrologers were a glint in their parent's eyes. He's been at it four decades and constantly and continuously probes the leading edge of astronomy to give astrologers the latest and greatest information on the solar system and beyond. He has written columns for numerous magazines and columns including America West Airlines, the Science Fiction Channel online, Tarot.com and the Huffington Post. He published the Galactic Trilogy - a CD containing ephemerides of centaurs, dwarf planets and galactic phenomena combined with three full length treatises on astronomy, interpretations for the data files and heliocentric astrology. He now dedicates a large portion of time writing for the entertainment industry. Best known in these parts as the joke cracking emcee of Norwac, the scope of his astrological work extends into realms few have dared explore.
Email: philip@philipsedgwick.com
Gloria Star
A professional astrologer, author and teacher, Gloria's work encompasses a wide range of experience. Her client practice is her primary focus, and she has presented thousands of lectures and workshops for astrology groups worldwide. She's written, edited or contributed to 29 astrological books, annuals and anthologies, and has authored columns for magazines, newspapers, journals and online sources. She has also conceptualized and written the text for four astrological computer report software programs. Her feature column Astrology News has appeared in The Mountain Astrologer since 1996.
Georgia Stathis
Georgia Stathis is an internationally known San Francisco-based business astrologer, speaker, and teacher. Since 1977 she worked with individuals and businesses assisting them in planning and determining their direction and strategies. She received her Bachelor of Science degree from Northwestern University and her Masters of Business Administration from Pepperdine University. Since 1979, has been a licensed California realtor. Co-author of several books and author of Business Astrology 101 and the annual Starcycles Calendar, her website contains over fifty lectures available for download. A founding member of The Apollon Group, a consulting group with Grace K. Morris and Joyce Levine, she is also the General Partner for Stathis Family Partnerships. She teaches an online Business and Financial Astrology Certification through Kepler College.
Richard Tarnas
Richard Tarnas founded the graduate program in Philosophy, Cosmology, and Consciousness at the California Institute of Integral Studies, and teaches archetypal studies and depth psychology at Pacifica Graduate Institute. He is the author of The Passion of the Western Mind, a history of the Western world view that became a best seller and required text in many universities, and Cosmos and Psyche: Intimations of a New World View, which received the Book of the Year Prize from the Scientific and Medical Network. He has taught graduate courses and seminars on archetypal astrology to hundreds of students at accredited graduate schools during the past fifteen years.
Sue Tompkins
Renowned for her down-to-earth and humorous presentations, Sue is one of the most experienced practitioners and teachers of Astrology in the UK and has been the recipient of various awards. A registered and practicing homeopath, she has also undergone training in psychology and counseling. She is the author of best-selling titles, Aspects in Astrology and The Contemporary Astrologers Handbook and is currently working on a book concerned with astrology applied to matters of health, healing and disease. Sue lectures widely at home and across the globe but this is her first time speaking in the US.
Donna Van Toen
Donna Van Toen is a consulting and teaching astrologer based in Toronto, Canada. She is the author of two books and more than 100 articles and is currently the book reviewer for NCGR member-letter. Donna holds certification from CAAE, ISAR, and NCGR and has lectured throughout the US and Canada as well as in Australia, New Zealand, and Turkey. An eclectic astrologer, Donna combines wit, common sense, and a spiritual perspective in her lectures.
Patricia L. Walsh
Patricia is a graduate of the Jeffrey Wolf Green School of Evolutionary Astrology and is a certified Evolutionary Astrologer. She is also a certified Deep Memory Process (DMP) regression practitioner and is the Chief US Trainer for Dr. Roger Woolger's school of Deep Memory Process. She is the author of 'Understanding Karmic Complexes : Evolutionary Astrology and Regression Therapy' (The Wessex Astrologer, 2009). She is also a contributing author to 'Insights Into Evolutionary Astrology : A Diverse Collections of Essays by Prominent Astrologers' (Llewellyn, 2010). Combined with astrology, she specializes in multi-dimensional healing work based in Shamanic principles including; Soul Retrieval/Fragmentation and Spirit Releasement (Ancestral and Earthbound Spirit work). Her focus is in healing present and past life trauma synthesizing both intuitive hands-on healing and therapeutic approaches.