Carol Bufithis, BS, LMT

Carol Bufithis (BS, LMT) established Therapeutic Massage Center (Middlefield, CT) in 1983 and continues to have a private practice there. She has been a faculty member of Connecticut Center for Massage Therapy since 1984 and currently teaches Personal and Professional Development courses and is a participant in the Teacher Training program teaching a class ,"Teaching From Your Authentic Self"

She presents her continuing education seminars on Ethics and Self Care which have been offered over the last 8 years in CT.

Joanne Larson, LMT, Polarity Therapist

Joanne is a 1988 graduate of the Bancroft School of Massage. She has been an instructor there since 1989. She also graduated from the Polarity Realization Institue PRI) with an advanced program certificate in Polarity in 1995. In 2000, she completed PRI's specialized (chakra clearing) certification as a RYSE (Realizing Your Sublime Energy) practioner under the apprenticeship of Nancy Risley.

Joanne presents Introduction to Polarity Massage.

Jeff Mahadeen LMT, Structural Integrator, NCBTMB

Owner of the Muscular Wellness Institute and Treatment Center.

Jeff Mahadeen LMT, Structural Integrator, NCBTMB is the owner of the Muscular Wellness Institute and Treatment Center.

A few of Jeff's trainings include: Kinesis School of SI, A&P and Kinesiology college courses, advanced Biomechanics and Visceral Manipulations courses.

Jeff presents Neuromuscular Therapy of the Lower Leg, and Neuromuscular Therapy of the Rotator Cuff.

Michael McGillicuddy, LMT, NCTMB,CKTI

Owner and administrator of the Central Florida School of Massage Therapy

Michael McGillicuddy is Nationally Certified in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork and is the President of USA Pro-Sports, a continuing education company, which conducts workshops throughout the world. Michael is also an internationally recognized speaker and has spoken in the USA, Europe and Australia. Michael specializes in Pain Management and Sports Massage and is the Author of "Massage For Sports Performance" published by Human Kinetics. He graduated from the Florida School of Massage Therapy in Gainesville, Florida in 1984. He teaches and practices massage therapy at his school The Central Florida School of Massage Therapy. Michael designed and conducts a sports internship program at the University of Central Florida for graduate students of massage therapy. In 1996 Michael was selected as an Athlete's Medical Service Volunteer working in the Atlanta Olympic Village Athletic Training Room. He is a past State President of the Florida State Massage Association and is a founding member of the FSMTA Spa Committee. Michael is an International educator and has conducted Sports, recovery and pain management massage training's at top spas throughout the United States.

Michael brings us his Multi Modality Approach to Sports Injuries and Pain Management for the Lower Extremities.

Elaine Pendergrast

I have been an enthusiastic student of Breema since 1991, and a Certified Breema Instructor since 1995. A Staff instructor at the Breema Center and a practitioner at the Breema Clinic, I have also enjoyed teaching at various locations around the country, including at Omega, Esalen, and Rowe Conference Center.

She presents Breema: Deepening the Connection to the Body.

Nancy M. Porambo, MS, LMT, NCTMB

Structurally Integrated Massage & Neuromuscular Therapy

thetherapyoption@verizon.net
570.325.9477

Owner and operator of a thriving massage therapy practice focusing on neuromuscular therapy. Subspecialties include pain relief management, craniosacral therapy, lymphatic drainage, structurally integrated deep tissue therapy, reflexology, myofascial release and cognitive-behavioral therapy.

Nancy has worked in the field of chronic pain for the past 21 years as a neuromuscular therapist and more recently, has incorporated psychotherapy into her chronic pain practice. During her graduate studies at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, she intensively researched and compared the etiology and treatment of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Fibromyalgia (FMS) and Irritable Bowel Syndrome.

Nancy presents Fibromyalgia - Demystifying the Unexplained Disorder.

Sharon Puszko, PhD, CMT

Owner and Director of DAYBREAK Geriatric Massage Institute

Sharon is a graduate of the University of California with a major in education. After teaching Biology and English internationally, in Europe, Asia, Central America and the Eastern United States, Sharon made a career change into the wellness field in 1986. She attended massage school in Northern California and then graduated from the Pittsburgh School of Massage Therapy and Healthbuilders School of Massage Therapy in St. Augustine, FL. Along with overseeing the function of DAYBREAK Geriatric Massage Institute, she has a private practice and does volunteer hospice work. She travels extensively throughout the US and internationally teaching the DAY-BREAK Geriatric Massage Level 1 and Level 2 workshops in massage schools and community colleges.

Member ABMP (associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals). Volunteer in St. Vincent's (Indianapolis) Hospice Care Program.

Sharon brings us her seminar called Daybreak Geriatric Massage.

Annie Powell, LMT

Annie Powell is an LMT and educator living with malignant melanoma. Annie established The World Skin Project in 2006 to promote skin cancer awareness with a focus on education for massage therapists, massage therapy students and other bodywork professionals.

Annie Powell is presenting the class on Skin Health - A Bodyworker's Rights and Responsibilities

Jenn Sommerman, BS, LMT

Consultant, Educator & Massage Therapist

www.jennsommerman.com

jennsommermann@gmail.com
516.633.9464

Sole practitioner in NY, nationally certified by NCBTMB and a member of the AMTA since 1992, Jenn has been in practice for almost 20 years. Jenn teaches Practice Management and Ethics around the country and consults allied healthcare providers in all aspects of business. Jenn has published dozens of articles and is a current blogger for WIBB (Women in Bodywork Business).

Jenn presents Social Networking - What's All the Hype?, Target Marketing - Finding Your Ideal Client, and Marketing Mystery - How to Get More Clients.

NERC 2012 Keynote Speaker



Ralph Stephens, BSEd, LMT, NCTMB

www.ralphstephens.com

Internationally recognized instructor/author for over 20 years, Ralph’s a master at clearly presenting practical techniques you can take home and use immediately to help clients. His state of the art A/V systems and entertaining style make learning easy and fun. He is published in magazines, textbooks, and 17 DVD programs.

Ralph Stephens is presenting his keynote speech on Reaching for Wellness, Partners in Health

He is presenting classes on Medical Massage for Cranial Pain, Medical Massage Side Lying Position - Cervical Region, and Medical Massage for the Lumbar-Pelvic Region