Printable Biography of Alan R. Zimmerman

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Dr. Zimmerman believes you can achieve astonishing results if you know how to communicate with yourself and others. By focusing on such topics as self-esteem, motivation, teamwork, conflict resolution, and change mastery, he teaches people how to bring out the best.

For over 20 years, organizations across the world have been seeking his advice.

In fact, he has given more than 3000 programs, and to groups as small as six to audiences of several thousand.

Dr. Zimmerman has a vast array of experience. His background includes work in retail sales, recreation management, radio broadcasting, prison therapy, university teaching, and president of his own consulting company.

He was selected as the "Outstanding Faculty Member" by two different universities, and most recently he was awarded the CSP by the National Speakers Association, an award given to the top 5% of all speakers nationwide.  And in 2003 was awarded the CPAE (Council of Peers Award for Excellence) Speaker Hall of Fame by the National Speakers Association.  A designation that less than 1% of the NSA speakers hold.

As a student. .  . . . . .  . .

Earned Bachelor's Degree from U of WI in Speech and Political Science.

Earned Master's Degree from U of MN in Speech and Sociology.

Earned Doctorate from U of MN in Communication and Psychology.

Graduated with Summa Cum Laude honors each time.

As a leader. . . . . . . . . .  .

Listed in "Who's Who Among Students in American Colleges and Universities. "

Listed among "Outstanding Young Men of America. "

Listed in "International Directory of Distinguished Leadership," "Men of Achievement," and "Five Thousand Personalities of the World. "

As an educator. . . .. . . . . . . . .

Has 15 years of experience as a university professor.

Taught at the University of Minnesota, Emporia State University, Mankato State University, and the University of St. Thomas.

Selected the "Outstanding Faculty Member" by 2 different universities.

As a speaker. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Awarded championship trophies for six consecutive years in state high school and college speaking contests.

Worked as speaker, trainer, consultant since 1972.

Spoken to private and public organizations, large Fortune 100 companies, small businesses, professional associations, government, education, and health care companies.

With a 92% repeat and referral business, he's one of the most-sought after speakers across the country and around the world.

As an entrepreneur. . . . . . . . .. . . .

Started selling door-to-door in second grade and eventually owning a small international import business by age 14.

Worked as retail salesperson, radio broadcaster, prison therapist, and recreation manager.

Founded Zimmerman Communi-Care Network in 1985, a speaking, training and consulting company.

Publishes the "Communi-Care" newsletter and many audio and video tapes on human performance.

As a person. . . . . . . . . . . . .

Personal priorities include his wife, children, friends, and church.

Personal interests include biking, hiking, refinishing antique furniture, and adventures as diverse as tribal treks in Southeast Asia and hunting in the Arctic.

Personal guidelines include balance, service, and continual growth.