function loadAuthorBio(authorNm) {
authorNm = authorNm.replace(/ /g,'').toLowerCase();
return bios[authorNm];
}
//the bio HTML
var bios = Array();
bios['abhishekagarwal'] = "Abhishek Agarwal is an avid Fly Fishing enthusiast and he has got some " +
"great Fly Fishing Secrets up his sleeve! Download his FREE 93 Pages Ebook, \"How To Become A Fly " +
"Fishing Pro\" from his website " +
"http://www.Fishing-Masters.com/95/index.htm. Only limited Free Copies available.";
bios['dr.mikesmalley'] = "Dr. Mike Smalley is a much sought after dynamic and motivational speaker. " +
"More than 4,000 audiences in 25 nations have been challenged to a greater walk with God because of " +
"his message. Dr. Mike is the noted author of 8 books, including: Saved Soul, Wasted Life; How to " +
"Jumpstart Your Prayer Life; several e-books and numerous audio and video teachings. His motivational " +
"and equipping e-blasts are read weekly by a growing global audience. To download free eBooks and watch " +
"Dr. Mike LIVE each week day on Internet Television at 12 Noon CST visit " +
"www.MikeSmalley.com. " +
"He also is the Official Guide to Christianity on " +
"SelfGrowth.com.";
bios['steveny.park,m.d.'] = "Dr. Steven Y. Park is a surgeon and author of the book, Sleep, Interrupted: " +
"A physician reveals the #1 reason why so many of us are sick and tired. His book was endorsed by " +
"New York Times best-selling authors Christiane Northrup, M.D., Dean Ornish, M.D., Mark Liponis, M.D.," +
" and Mary Shomon. He is a clinical assistant professor of otolaryngology at The New York Medical " +
"College. For more information, please visit " +
"www.DoctorStevenPark.com";
bios['kellicalabresems,cscs,ace'] = "Kelli Calabrese, MS — America's Leading Fitness, Nutrition and " +
"Lifestyle Expert, Kelli is a 22 year fitness industry leader, author of Feminine, Firm & Fit and co-Author " +
"of The Adventure Boot Camp Cook Book. She is also co-author of The Adventure Project and an " +
"expert cast member in the movie The Compass. Kelli has 24 fitness, nutrition, lifestyle and weight" +
" management certifications and is a spokesperson for many wellness related products. Kelli is an" +
" international speaker, Master Adventure Boot Camp Trainer and specializes in women's rapid body" +
" makeovers. For more information " +
"www.KelliCalabrese.com.";
bios['karmakitaj,ph.d.'] = "Karma Kitaj, Ph.D. is a certified Life Coach, licensed psychotherapist, " +
"author of Women Who Could - and Did: Lives of 26 Exemplary Artists and Scientists " +
"(http://www.HuckleHillPress.com), " +
"and motivational speaker. A 2nd book about high-achieving " +
"equestriennes, prompted by her newly acquired passion for riding horses at age 50, is in the " +
"pipeline. Karma launched Life Spring Coaching: At the Crossroads of Your Life " +
"(http://www.LifeSpringCoaching.com) " +
"to help boomers navigate transitions, such as empty " +
"nest, changing or starting careers, planning a fulfilling retirement, dealing with loss, divorce, or moving.";
bios['mitzidulan,rd'] = "Mitzi Dulan, RD, CSSD, Speaker, Media Spokesperson, Author, Team Sports " +
"Dietitian, Kansas City Chiefs and Kansas City Royals, ACSM Certified Health Fitness Specialist. " +
"Visit www.NutritionExpert.com and " +
"www.FuelLikeaChampion.com.";
bios['richardw.johnson'] = "Richard W. Johnson is a principal research associate in the Washington, " +
"D.C.-based Urban Institute's Income and Benefits Policy Center. He can be reached via " +
"feedback@" + "urban.org.";
bios['kirstenharrell,psy.d.'] = "Kirsten Harrell, Psy.D., Wright State University, is a soul psychologist " +
"with a passion for helping people conect with their personal power and use the laws of " +
"success to achieve their fullest potential and manifest their dreams.";
bios['jenniferkalita'] = "Jennifer Kalita has been a leading PR and small business consultant, writer, " +
"speaker, and strategist for more than a decade. Visit her company web site at " +
"www.TheKalitaGroup.com.";
bios['robinmiller,m.d.,m.h.s.'] = "Dr. Robin Miller, in addition to being an experienced Board Certified Internist, " +
"is also an Integrative Medicine specialist, having trained with Dr. Andrew Weil as a Fellow at the " +
"University of Arizona. She is the founder and medical director of Triune Integrative Medicine, an" +
" innovative medical clinic in Medford, Oregon. She is an award winning medical correspondent on " +
"regional and national television, radio, and the internet, the author of a health book for children, Kids " +
"Ask the Doctor, and a board member of The National Association of Medical Communicators, a society " +
"of medical journalists in all media. She is also an Assistant Professor of Medical Informatics at the " +
"Oregon Health Sciences University. Dr. Miller received her B.S. degree from the University of Michigan" +
" with High Honors, where she was elected to the Phi Beta Kappa honor society, and her M.D. degree " +
"from the University of Illinois School of Medicine.";
bios['janethorn,m.d.'] = "Dr. Janet Horn is board certified in Internal Medicine and Infectious " +
"Diseases, with training in Obstetrics and Gynecology. Much of her career was spent in solo " +
"private medical practice during which time she cared for thousands of women patients. For " +
"many years, she was also on the faculty of the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, " +
"where she was a full-time faculty member early in her career. Dr. Horn has been recognized by " +
"Baltimore Magazine and The Consumer's Guide to Top Doctors as one of the top doctors in " +
"Baltimore and in the United States. She has been named by The Maryland Daily Record, based " +
"upon her professional achievement and community service, as one of the top 100 women in " +
"Maryland. Dr. Horn completed her undergraduate work, magna cum laude, at Vanderbilt University, " +
"where she was elected to the Phi Beta Kappa honor society. She received her M.S. degree in " +
"physiology and biophysics at Georgetown University. Her M.D. degree was received at George " +
"Washington University School of Medicine, where she was selected to be in Alpha Omega " +
"Alpha, the national medical honor society.";
bios['marcfreedman'] = "Marc Freedman is founder and CEO of Civic Ventures. A former visiting " +
"fellow of King's College, University of London, a frequent commentator in the national media, " +
"and the author of both Prime Time and The Kindness of Strangers, Freedman spearheaded " +
"the creation of The Experience Corps and The Purpose Prize. He lives in San Francisco.";
bios['prillboyle'] = "Prill Boyle is the author of Defying Gravity: A Celebration of Late-Blooming " +
"Women (Emmis Books, 2004). To read more stories, tips, and anecdotes, go to Prilll's blog " +
"at defyinggravitynow.blogspot.com. " +
"Visit Prill at www.PrillBoyle.com.";
bios['carolsorgen'] = "Carol Sorgen is a nationally recognized writer, editor, and public relations " +
"consultant. She is a member of Who's Who in American Women and Who's Who in the Media. " +
"Carol received a Bachelor of Arts degree in French from American University in Washington, DC, " +
"and a Master of Arts degree in Journalism from Pennsylvania State University. Carol's extensive " +
"editorial and public relations experience also includes positions with the National Association " +
"of Secondary School Principals, GEICO Insurance Company, the National Clearinghouse for " +
"Alcohol Information, University of Maryland, Baltimore County, and the Jewish Community " +
"Federation of Baltimore. You may contact Carol at carol@" + "charm.net.";
bios['erinstafford'] = "Erin Stafford is an expert on color, style, and image consulting in LA and " +
"Orange County. She spends her work week in closets and dressing rooms helping women" +
" learn how to look and feel their best. Erin worked as a celebrity stylist in Hollywood with celebrities " +
"such as Diane Lane, Marcia Cross, Jessica Simpson, and Heather Locklear, among others. Her " +
"styling, fashion articles, and quotes have been seen in Vogue, Vanity Fair, Forbes, The Wall Street " +
"Journal, MSN, The Style Network, Orange Coast Magazine, The Orange County Register, at the " +
"Emmy's, the MTV Movie Awards, and countless other print and TV appearances. Contact her today " +
"via email, erin@" + "erinstafford.com, or via her " +
"website, www.ErinStafford.com";
bios['christinanewberry'] = "Christina Newberry is the co-author of The Hands-on Guide to Surviving " +
"Adult Children Living at Home. Her web site - " +
"www.adultchildrenlivingathome.com " +
"- offers detailed information on how to establish a workable living arrangement with your new grad, " +
"including lots of great tips and strategies, plus a customizable \"Under One Roof\" contract " +
"and household budget calculator.";
bios['nataliecaine'] = "Natalie Caine is the founder of Empty Nest Support Services. Empty Nest " +
"Support Services helps anticipating empty nesters and empty-nest families through the joys " +
"and challenges of a new life chapter. When her daughter was a senior in high school, she " +
"realized that as a soon-to-be \"empty nester,\" she would be undergoing a major life shift. Not " +
"wanting to confront this transition alone nor have her many friends face this abyss without " +
"strong support, she created a support services group, which quickly grew into a new career " +
"and an exciting full-time business. To learn more about Natalie visit " +
"www.emptynestsupport.com.";
bios['phyllisgoldberg,ph.d.'] = "Phyllis Goldberg, Ph.D. is a psychotherapist for life-cycle relationship " +
"transitions - partner, adult children and aging parents bullet Family resource consultant for " +
"intergenerational daycare bullet Career development counselor bullet Group facilitator - women, " +
"parenting, and bereavement. She is a Graduate of Authentic Happiness Coaching program, a " +
"volunteer mentor and adventure traveler in Asia, the South Pacific, Australia, Africa and South " +
"America. To subscribe to her monthly newsletter called Stepping Stones, visit " +
"www.hermentorcenter.com/newsletter.html" +
" and blog 5 days a week, visit " +
"www.NourishingRelationships.blogspot.com.";
bios['rosemarylichtman,ph.d.'] = "Rosemary Lichtman, Ph.D. is a Life Coach with emphases on " +
"stress reduction, aging well and healthy lifestyles and a Wellness specialist in improving " +
"adjustment to menopause, breast & ovarian cancers, heart disease and other serious illness. " +
"She is also a career transition mentor. Rosemary is a Graduate of Authentic Happiness Coaching " +
"program, a health researcher with over 30 published articles and presentations, and a administrator " +
"and advisor to small businesses. To subscribe to her monthly newsletter called Stepping Stones, visit " +
"www.hermentorcenter.com/newsletter.html" +
" and blog 5 days a week, visit " +
"www.NourishingRelationships.blogspot.com.";
bios['tammyzonker'] = "Tammy Zonker is a highly respected fundraising practitioner specializing " +
"in achieving sustainable funding for social profit organizations. Over the past eight years Tammy " +
"has coached, trained and consulted with hundreds of social profit organizations raising more than " +
"$130 million dollars from individual donors. Her work has transformed the idea of sustainable funding " +
"from impossible to inevitable for clients whose missions range from health and human services, " +
"higher education, disaster relief, mental illness, social justice, animal welfare to museums and " +
"performing arts. Tammy is also a contributing writer to a number of national publications and online " +
"publications. To learn more about Tammy, visit " +
"www.TammyZonker.com. You may also follow Tammy on " +
"Twitter at twitter.com/TammyZonker" +
" or on her blog at tammyzonker.wordpress.com.";
bios['euphrasiacarroll'] = "Euphrasia Carroll has loved homes and gardens since her childhood in " +
"the suburbs of Chicago. She has lived in dozens of interesting abodes including a 1930s " +
"white-picket-fence charmer, a Lincoln Park townhouse, and a Lake Shore Drive high rise. After " +
"moving to California, she lived in a Hollywood bungalow, a Mediterranean villa in Beverly Hills, " +
"a Santa Cruz mountain estate, a La Jolla beach condo, and a vintage stucco in Santa Barbara. " +
"She has been passionate about home and garden design for many years. Writing and editing on " +
"personal development topics gives her a unique perspective for maintaining balance and a sense " +
"of humor while remodeling. She currently makes her home in a Craftsman cottage on a hill in southern Oregon.";
bios['eugenemakeev'] = "Eugene Makeev of CraftsmenNetwork has been in the home improvement " +
"industry for a while. His skills and expertise are used to help New York home owners avoid the " +
"common pitfalls by matching their needs with prescreened Contractors Brooklyn, NY (" +
"" +
"www.craftsmennetwork.com/New-York.contractors-project-bathroom_remodel.html).";
bios['ronideutch'] = "The Tax Lady Roni Deutch and her law firm Roni Lynn Deutch, A Professional " +
"Tax Corporation have been helping taxpayers across the nation find IRS tax relief for over seventeen " +
"years. The firm has experienced IRS tax attorneys who will fight the IRS on your behalf.";
bios['ieee'] = "A non-profit organization, IEEE is the world's leading professional association for the " +
"advancement of technology. The IEEE name was originally an acronym for the Institute of Electrical " +
"and Electronics Engineers, Inc. Today, the organization's scope of interest has expanded into so many " +
"related fields, that it is simply referred to by the letters I-E-E-E (pronounced Eye-triple-E). ";
bios['jackiesilver'] = "Jackie Silver is Aging Backwards and she shares her secrets, tips and shortcuts in " +
"her book, Aging Backwards: Secrets to Staying Young " +
"(http://budurl.com/kdzv), on her Web site " +
"(http://agingbackwards.com), on TV, on radio, " +
"in print and in person. She is the Aging Backwards expert on the syndicated television show, Daytime " +
"(http://tinyurl.com/JackieOnTV), the beauty editor for " +
"Clear Channel's Mix 100.7 FM Nancy & Chris Mornings in Tampa Bay, Florida " +
"(http://tinyurl.com/JackieOnRadio) and a " +
"weekly columnist with The Tampa Tribune. In addition, she's an expert contributor to Total Health " +
"Breakthroughs (http://tinyurl.com/JackieOnTHB, " +
"BestLifeDesign.com (http://bestlifedesign.com) and HealthNewsDigest.com " +
"(http://healthnewsdigest.com). Silver is a sought-after speaker " +
"and coach who combines her natural reporter's curiosity with her desire to help others look " +
"and feel young. Her book is available at: Amazon.com and " +
"http://agingbackwards.com.";
bios['juliemoirmesservy'] = "Julie Moir Messervy is an acclaimed landscape designer, lecturer and author of five books " +
"including her most recent, \"Home Outside: Creating the Landscape You Love\" and \"Outside the Not So Big House\" " +
"with architect Sarah Susanka. Her design work and books have been featured in The New York Times, The Washington " +
"Post, Body + Soul, Elle Decor, Garden Design and numerous other leading media outlets around the world. In 1999, " +
"Julie completed the award-winning Toronto Music Garden with renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma and the City of Toronto.
" +
"Julie is the principal of Julie Moir Messervy Design Studio in Saxtons River, Vermont. Learn more about Julie " +
"and her online garden design services at www.jmmds.com and " +
"www.blog.jmmds.com.";
bios['sallyschateau'] = "Successful Dolly daydreamer who made it happen...running beautiful 19th century house rental in the " +
"Languedoc, South of France. Proud owner of '2b' and 'The Small Cross One'. Drives a 1951 Classic Riley Car 'The " +
"Grand Duchess'. Favourite occupation gazing out of the window at the vineyards, sunflowers... oh and pulling a " +
"cork. For information on coming to stay at Le Chateau please do come and visit at " +
"www.chateau-lasserre.com or catch me on " +
"www.chateaulasserre.blogspot.com.";
bios['jobiharris'] = "Jobi Harris is the author of Ask Fisher, an advice column for pets. Ask Fisher has published since " +
"2007 in the weekend edition of tbt*, an ancillary publication of the St. Petersburg Times. Masterminded by the " +
"insights of Fisher the cat, Ask Fisher responds to other pets who write letters asking for advice. While mostly " +
"in good fun, the column also includes some serious tips for the humans. For more information, visit the blog at " +
"www.ask-fisher.com.
" +
"Jobi is also a self taught watercolor artist. Her creation of pet portraits is made possible only when the animals " +
"intuitively \"come out to play\" and help with the painting. To find out more about the artist, visit " +
"www.watercoloryourworld.com.";
bios['kelliparisian'] = "As a native Californian, Kelli Parisian experienced first-hand what \"fun in the sun\" can do to a " +
"person's skin, leading her to develop a unique blend of pure and natural skin care products, \"Parisian's Pure " +
"Indulgence, (PPI).\" Drawing on 25 years of experience as an expert in her field of cosmetology, Kelli understands " +
"the needs of those with sensitive skin, seeking timeless beauty.
" +
"\"Creating timeless beauty comes from more than just the outside package. Beauty that is eternal comes from within: " +
"a strong sense of self, passion for life, service to others and joyful Spirituality,\" Parisian states. In the midst " +
"of challenging life experiences, Kelli started her business at 48 years of age and has grown her company into the " +
"successful business it is today.
" +
"Parisian's Pure Indulgence treatments are found in many upscale Salons and Spa's in California. You can also order, direct at: " +
"www.parisianspureindulgence.com. Spend some time, seeking timeless beauty.";
bios['lynnpierce'] = "Lynn Pierce, the Success Architect, has taught people how to combine business " +
"and personal development to reach the pinnacle of success and live the life " +
"of their dreams for over 25 years. In addition, she is also the founder of one of " +
"the most exciting annual events for women entrepreneurs, \"Empowered Women's " +
"Business Summit\". Now she shares her keys to success and life mastery with " +
"you on www.LynnPierce.com.";
bios['marvinwalberg'] = "Marvin Walberg is a popular job search speaker and seminar leader. His weekly newspaper column, \"" +
"Getting Hired\", is distributed nationally by Scripps Howard News Service. In addition to answering job search " +
"related question, he offers a comprehensive resume and cover letter review service--a line-by-line critique of your " +
"resume or cover letter with suggestions for strengthening content and format. For additional information on this " +
"service and his weekly newspaper column, e-mail Marvin Walberg at mwalberg@bellsouth.net, " +
"or visit his blog, marvinwalberg.blogspot.com
." +
"Mr. Walberg entered the employment industry in the early 1980s as a technical recruiter in New Jersey. Within two " +
"years, he was managing a full service employment agency which specialized in permanent and temporary office support " +
"and light industrial job placement. He also performed job placement and taught employability skills in business schools " +
"and government funded job skills programs. In the late 1980s he entered into a private job search consulting practice " +
"offering group and individual job search counseling, and a resume-writing service.
" +
"Mr. Walberg currently resides in Birmingham, Alabama. He is employed in the retail industry and in his 18th year of writing " +
"\"Getting Hired\", presenting job search related seminars, and addressing the questions of his readers.";
bios['trishmccabe'] = "Trish McCabe is a double certified expert in the field of Feng Shui. A background in Psychology allows her " +
"to bring the \"psychology of person\" and the \"relationship with place\" together to create harmony and balance in the " +
"lives of her clients. This Person-Place connection is the foundation of the ancient \"Art of Placement\" known as Feng " +
"Shui. Trish is a true Feng Expert, respected by her peers, clients and audiences everywhere. A sought after speaker, Trish " +
"makes the highly popular subject of Feng Shui come to life for everyone she touches. Trish has authored hundreds of " +
"columns and articles on Feng Shui. She has been a featured guest on numerous television and radio programs, " +
"is published in magazines, newspapers and periodicals worldwide and lectures to thousands at national conventions. " +
"To learn more visit: www.FengShuiByDesignOnline.com";
bios['chrisabwilkinson'] = "Chris A B Wilkinson is a leader in the information technology field, business executive, military " +
"officer and well known authority of rare and fine wines. Providing the metro Washington DC, northern VA, and Maryland " +
"area with wine expertise, custom tastings, worldwide wine imports, and wine education. His private wine collection spans " +
"more than five decades and all the continents of the world specializing in the best and most difficult to obtain fine wines." +
"
Chris is one of the owners of Wilkinson Wine Cellar, LLC in Fairfax, Virginia. Learn more about Chris and " +
"his online fine wine services at www.wilkinsonwinecellar.com " +
"and www.chrisabwilkinson.com.";
bios['amystevens'] = "Amy Stevens is a fresh face in the world of fitness. A proud promoter and participant of community involvement, Amy " +
"has made it a passion to better the lives of both people and their pets. As a Yoga enthusiast and avid dancer Amy believes in " +
"the importance of maintaining a healthy mind and body. Amy Stevens' Yoga4Dogs is a signature workout program that allows you and " +
"your dog to improve, advance, and enjoy a healthier lifestyle. Learn more about Dog Yoga and the all new Amy Stevens' Yoga4dogs DVD " +
"at www.yoga4dogs.com.";
bios['dr.susanallen'] = "Dr. Susan Allen is a Psychologist, Writer, and Coach. She has offices in Maine and Massachusetts. She is " +
"available to lead Workshops and Discussion Groups focusing on Parenting Our Young Adult Children. She is working on a book " +
"entitled, The Odyssey Years: A Guide for Parents of Twenty-Somethings. Learn more at " +
"www.susaneallen.net, " +
"or contact Susan at info@susaneallen.net.";
bios['dr.susane.allen'] = bios['dr.susanallen'];