Penny Pearlman, author of Pretty Smart: Lessons from our Miss Ameircas, is an accomplished motivational speaker, business consultant and seminar leader who helps individuals and organizations develop strategies for success. She brings to audiences and clients alike the wisdom gained from a lifetime of pursuing her dreams. Her personal journey has included executive positions in the health care industry, management consulting and nonprofit leadership. Her left and right brain work equally well as she has a B.A. in fine art from Queens College and an MBA from the Wharton School. She lives in Westport, Connecticut with her husband and two cats.  For more information, visit www.pennypearlman.com.