Meet Our Team

“In the beginning, Jeff Black was nothing but pure entertainment, but near the end of his session, I realized he actually does have a little substance.”

(Past Black Sheep Participant)

With tongue firmly implanted in cheek, Jeff Black takes great pride in the above statement, because no one wants to sit through a training program or keynote speech and be bored out of their minds. There are enough PowerPoint presentations to accomplish that. People want to learn executive presence and communication strategies they can implement when they walk out of the room. They want to be engaged … and yes, sometimes they want to be entertained.

Inspiring others to own their power is what propels Kimberly Faith out of bed each morning as she travels from coast-to-coast and across the globe. It has been her privilege to train and coach more than 19,000 leaders from hundreds of corporations in 18 countries spanning 14 industries. Known as an engaging speaker, facilitator, executive coach and consultant, Kim brings experience that ranges from community building and entrepreneurship to leadership development, communication skills, systems thinking, and team building. Her easygoing style and sense of humor make her a hit with audiences large and small.

Jenny Maxwell has been cajoling people to perform for audiences and cameras (and putting words in their mouths) for more than 30 years. As a television writer/producer/director, her projects have ranged from producing news coverage of presidential campaigns to writing for The Food Network’s Good Eats. For 14 years, she was marketing director and producer for NBC affiliate WIS-TV. She has directed several Emmy-winning programs for public television and has for the last eight years edited skirt!, a women’s magazine.

Angela Russell, Communications Consultant  Black Sheep “Information may make them listen … but inspiration will ensure they remember.” – Angela Russell Angela Russell has never been one to follow a crowd, (unless it’s to a great restaurant), and so it’s no surprise that her communications style doesn’t fit into a box. Her unique philosophy on […]

“You know you are doing the right work when 
you never question the WHY.  It’s a calling!”

That simple principle has been Tracy’s guide for his leadership work over the past 20 years.  Known for his dynamic, highly personalized, participant-centered approach to the art of facilitation and training, Tracy connects with his audience in a way that makes a long-lasting impact – personally and professionally. 

“Doors will open to those who are BOLD enough to knock.”   And with that in mind, our newest Black Sheep consultant – Erika Migliaccio – gathered up her corporate experience (and her courage) to open a new door.  Fueled by a fierce drive for delivering value and a passion for bringing out the best in others, […]

Throughout his career, Bob Lewis has focused on his passion of helping executives and leaders map out their own unique path to leadership success.  Bob’s authentic approach to developing others for 25 years, has earned him the reputation of being a ‘leader’s leader.’  His keen sense of humor, masterful facilitation, design innovation, and sensitivity to the […]

Bill is a professional actor, producer, director, screenwriter and drama coach with over 35 years of experience in the entertainment industry. He credits his participation in high school plays with empowering him to overcome extreme shyness and a severe stutter.  Since those formative teen years, Bill has performed on Broadway, in regional theaters, in movies, […]

Clients who have worked with Candice Thompson believe she has superpowers! Her innate ability to objectively see situations in a true light at a 30,000-foot viewpoint, 3-inch zoom and 3D hologram allows her to ask all the questions that get you to see solutions and vision, sometimes right before your eyes. Candice likes to warn […]

Adrian Rios is a bilingual and bicultural Electrical Engineer with a Master’s Degree in Systems Engineering. He’s currently working on his MBA to be applied in the field of Aeronautics.   So why did this overachiever (as he is affectionately called) pursue a position on the Black Sheep team? Because he’s passionate about helping leaders strengthen their […]

Lights! Camera! Sandra Pinckney! Sandra is a nationally recognized television personality, presentation consultant, and producer who began her career in Baltimore, Maryland, working her way from weekend reporter to evening news anchor. She then made the move to entertainment, co-hosting Fox TV network’s The Hidden Truth, hosting the Food Network’s Food Finds, Turner South’s Blue Ribbon, and most recently, co-hosting RLTV’s Daily Café.