Cy Wakeman (Omaha, Nebraska) is a dynamic, well-respected national keynote speaker, workshop facilitator, author, ?and trainer.?Her background combines four successful business start-ups with 18 years working and consulting in manufacturing, banking, government, high-tech and healthcare. Cy has honed her Reality-Based Leadership philosophy as a consultant to top executives and organizations seeking to thrive in difficult times. She is a sought-after conference headliner, delivering over 150 keynote?programs annually, ?and holds Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) designation from the National Speakers' Association, placing her within the top 3% of speakers worldwide in ability, income, platform, and audience review.?She reaches an average combined annual audience of 450,000 and spends 250 days a year speaking and consulting. She will be the recipient of the 2012 Outstanding Leadership Award from the World HRD Congress in Mumbai.