Mother, sister, daughter, and wife in a 30+ year legacy-living marriage, Gloria is an award-winning poet, author, director, and performing artist; she is also Principal of Jazz, Inc., her executive coaching and consulting firm.

Gloria has published three books of poetry, including Journey of the Rose and The Open Door and has written an inspirational picture book for children of all ages about her father’s life-changing relationship with writer William Faulkner.

She speaks and leads workshops worldwide. Working with people of all cultures, ages, and life circumstances, Gloria’s purpose is singular: to help others lift their voice as instruments for personal, professional, and organizational transformation.