Deborah L. Parker is a motivational speaker and author, dedicated to being of service, through her company The DPJ Training Group. Raised by a determined single mother in the home of her wise grandparents, they planted in her the importance of a strong belief system. Building on this background along with her early experiences in a Civil Rights...
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Deborah L. Parker is a motivational speaker and author, dedicated to being of service, through her company The DPJ Training Group. Raised by a determined single mother in the home of her wise grandparents, they planted in her the importance of a strong belief system. Building on this background along with her early experiences in a Civil Rights era rural Virginia town, Deborah has authored two books.
Her 2nd book Life is A Review: Observations and Collections of My Passages Through the Times, was released in June 2012. Deborah invites readers to browse her 25 year compilation of essays, blogs, speeches and poems around themes of identity, family and choices. Her first book, a motivational memoir entitled, Navigating Life’s Roadways: Stories of Insight from My Odyssey and Inspiration for Your Journey, was released in July 2011, chronicling her setbacks and successes with poignant narratives. Deborah's most recent release is For People of Strength, Soul, and Spirit: Seven Guidelines for Life & Career Success, which builds on the foundation of African American history and culture as a way station to goal achievement. And her newest book is Hardcore Leadership: 11 Master Lessons from My Airborne Ranger Uncle’s “Final Jump” which chronicles the life and leadership of her late favorite uncle, a retired Army Vietnam Vet, Ranger Hall of Fame inductee and former Honorable Chair of the Sussex County Board of Supervisors and Chief Magistrate of Virginia's 6th Judicial District.
Deborah’s career life has taken her to positions in the army, corporate companies and now owning a motivational speaking and leadership development company. She has degrees in Sociology and Human Resources.
When taking a break, Deborah enjoys travel, reading and long walks.
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