Contact: Dr. Andrew Erlich        FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Phone:  480-368-7280
Cell Phone: 602-315-4569
Email:  drandy@andyerlich.com
Location:  Scottsdale, AZ 85253

Dr. Andy Erlich Earns Prestigious Top5 Speaker Designation in Diversity

Scottsdale, AZ – January 18, 2010 –  Local Diversity speaker Dr. Andy Erlich has been awarded the prestigious “Top5 Speaker” designation in 2010 by Speakers Platform, one of the United States most prominent speakers bureaus   Out of hundreds of nominees, Dr. Erlich has risen to become one of the world’s most respected and compelling speakers in Diversity.

Each year, Speakers Platform recognizes five speakers, within fifteen popular topic areas, based on: expertise, professionalism, innovation within the topic area, client testimonials & references, presentation skills, original contribution to the field and public votes cast at the Speaking.com Web site.  Over 13,000 votes were cast from business leaders, educators, association members and others from around the world for the 2010 nominees.

Dr. Andy Erlich, living in Scottsdale, Arizona, has been moving audiences with his keynotes which inspire audiences to embrace and express individual and cultural differences for personal and business success.  One of his most popular keynotes “Freeing the Giant” presents a unique and truly giant approach to diversity, the alchemy of turning liabilities into assets and the magic of self expression. His creative approach draws on the true story of his uncle who was the giant in Ringling Bros. Barnum and Bailey Circus and for a time the tallest man in the world; Dr. Erlich’s multi-cultural psychology practice, his cross-cultural research experience, history and the arts and Rock and Roll.

In response to winning this award Dr. Erlich said:  “I am honored to receive this designation and hope it gives more opporunies to teach new skills and inspire creativity, success and understanding.”

Top5 Speaker honorees receive a distinctive crystal award, are highlighted at the Speaking.com Web site and are permitted to use the distinctive Top5 graphics and designation in their marketing.  Most honorees also enjoy a boost in their bookings.

During the economic downturn and corresponding downsizing; it’s more important than ever for companies to remain competitive in the global economy by giving their employees the tools to succeed.  Speakers such as Dr. Andy Erlich help boost employee morale and improve their audiences’ personal and professional lives.

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If you’d like more information about the Top5 Speaker award and/or to schedule an interview with Dr. Erlich, please call him at 480-368-7280 or email drandy@andyerlich.com.