Johnson City, Tenn. (November 1, 2004) - Natalie Manor & Associates, () recognized experts in leadership and communication have opened a new office in Johnson City, Tenn., after two years of careful analysis and research on potential locations throughout the East Coast.

“With numerous medical facilities, a medical school, emerging technology-based companies, a strong financial service environment and a leading university; I knew this was the right choice. People have asked why we chose Johnson City to open the new office and we inform them that the Tri-Cities is the perfect place to bring our expertise and contribute to the community”, said CEO Natalie Manor.

NMA uses their highly developed Strategies for Success^(sm) and their commitment to excellence to help clients achieve peak performance, bottom line profitability, increased productivity and sustainable results. Clients from across the nation have gleaned from ’s 20 years of expertise and training in the areas of executive development, executive coaching, customized training, keynotes speaking, workshops and seminars.

“The demands of the emerging leader of the 21st century are rigorous. They need to be good leaders, great speakers, excellent business people, influential, motivated, caring, dynamic speakers and great communicators to their stakeholders, clients and their communities. has spent the last 20 years building the needed range of services to meet the high and immediate demands of the emerging leader,” says Manor.

Manor has helped emerging leaders with listening, communication, presentation skills, branding, performance, and leadership skills. Her own superb communication skills have propelled her into the forefront of moving organizations into creating solid business goals and attaining them.

“The Vision of is to influence emerging leaders for positive and dynamic global change. We work with emerging leaders and help them move from managing issues to leading people,” explained Manor. “The Tri-Cities is full of emerging leaders and emerging companies and I am excited to begin working with them.”

In addition to working with emerging leaders, Manor also dedicates her time to civic organizations like the Board of Directors for the American Heart Association and the Women’s Business Center (SBA) as an advisor. She is a Rotarian and serves on numerous executive boards. She is a member of the National Speakers Association, International Coach Federation, American Society of Training & Development (ASTD) and the Business & Professional Women.

“I am not only eager to grow in the Tri-Cities, but I am also eager to get involved with the community. I am looking forward to being an active part in the Tri-Cities,” she added.

Manor is the co-author of four books, Give Stress A Rest, Wholehearted Success, Magnetic Leadership and Communicate Clearly, Confidently, and Credibly, which was released last month. She has appeared on television, and has been heard on radio by millions of people worldwide. Natalie's work has been published in USA Today, Chicago Tribune, Men's Health, and Runners World. Manor was recently named as a finalist for the highly esteemed Business Excellence Award in New Hampshire. Winners will be determined later this month.

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Natalie Manor & Associates, () a 20-year-old Executive Development company specializing in leadership and communication and working with emerging leaders to move them from managing issues to leading people. More information is available at www.NatalieManor.com or call at 1-800-666-2230.