TEC News
Thompson-Ellis Consulting Participates in 19th Annual Transportation Disadvantaged Best Practices and Training Workshop
August 10, 2011 - Thompson-Ellis Consulting was among several organizations that participated in the TD Best Practices and Training Workshop hosted by the Florida Commission for the Transportation Disadvantaged and the Florida Department of Transportation. The event was held at the Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort in Daytona Beach, FL. The event featured a collection of workshops, roundtable meetings, entertainment, as well as a vehicle exhibition. Althia Ellis, President of Thompson-Ellis Consulting, was a workshop presenter. Her session, "The Practical Coach - Inspire, Encourage and Challenge Your Team", focused on the principles of leadership and coaching. The event was a great opportunity for attendees to exchange ideas and gain an increased perspective on how to effectively increase awareness of the needs of Florida’s most vulnerable residents.
Thompson-Ellis Consulting Participates in the National Transit Institutes' (NTI) FDOT/FPTA/CUTR Professional Development Workshop
April 6, 2011 - Althia Ellis has been selected by the National Transit Institute (NTI) to present Creating a Path to Effective Communication at the NTI’s FDOT/FPTA/CUTR Professional Development Workshop. The event will take place on Monday, April 11, 2011 at the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay in Tampa, Florida.
Thompson-Ellis Consulting Participates in Minority Chamber of Commerce African American and Latino B2B Expo and Conference
October 7, 2010 - Thompson-Ellis Consulting was among several companies that participated in the African American and Latino B2B Expo and Conference hosted by the Minority Chamber of Commerce. The event was held at the Hotel Doubletree Miami Mart and featured several presenters from Miami-Dade County Government and the public sector. Attendees had an opportunity to meet one-on-one with County officials to gain a better understanding of the process for doing business with the County, learn how various departments function, as well as learn about current and upcoming opportunities. Althia Ellis, President of Thompson-Ellis Consulting, was a conference presenter. Her presentation guided attendees on "How to Successfully Respond to a Request for Proposal" through use of proven strategies to earn a high ranking in the selection process. For entrepreneurs and individuals who wish to start a business, it was a great opportunity to learn, network, and build partnerships.
Thompson-Ellis Consulting Participates in Minority Chamber of Commerce Small Business Summit 2010
August 19, 2010 - Thompson-Ellis Consulting was one of several companies that participated in the Small Business Summit hosted by the Minority Chamber of Commerce. The Summit, which was held at the Hotel Doubletree Miami Mart, attracted entrepreneurs from various industries such as IT, transportation, real estate, marketing and advertising, import/export, and health and wellness. Attendees had an opportunity to participate in several workshops throughout the day. Althia Ellis, President of Thompson-Ellis Consulting, was one of the conference presenters. Her presentation, "How to do Business with the US Government", guided attendees on the requirements, opportunities, and resources for selling to the federal government. It was a great opportunity to network and build new relationships.
Thompson-Ellis Consulting Receives Super Bowl XLIV NFL YET/Emerging Business Program Grant
April 2, 2010 - Thompson-Ellis Consulting is the proud recipient of the Super Bowl XLIV NFL Youth Education Town/Emerging Business program grant. This is the first of its kind and was made possible through a joint venture between the NFL Emerging Business program and NFL Charities.
The NFL YET/Emerging Business program grant will help facilitate and expand the legacy component that the NFL Emerging Business program leaves behind in each Super Bowl region. By creating a relationship between South Florida Emerging Businesses and the youth of the NFL YETs, the grant will pave the way for capitalizing and nurturing the entrepreneurial spirit in both the local minority businesses and the youth of the region.
“This is a great opportunity for us to give back to the community and contribute to the personal and professional development of our youth”, says Althia Ellis, President of Thompson-Ellis Consulting. Under the grant, the company will design and conduct a series of workshops for youth at the two South Florida Youth Education Towns (YETs): NFL YET Miami and NFL YET Fort Lauderdale.
YETs are educational and recreation centers constructed in Super Bowl host cities as the lasting legacies of the games. The workshops will focus on professional and character development in youth.
About Thompson-Ellis Consulting
Thompson-Ellis Consulting is a provider of professional writing, editing, training, and consulting services in the Greater Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood area. The company provides its services to small and medium sized businesses and individuals.
Please direct all inquiries to althia@thompsonellisconsulting.com
Thompson-Ellis Consulting: Now on Twitter
Wednesday, November 11, 2009 – Thompson-Ellis Consulting is now talking on Twitter under the name ThompsonEllis. @ThompsonEllis will share information on writing, editing, training and other useful tips. We are also here to listen to what you would like to say to us. We welcome your feedback.
Thompson-Ellis Consulting Launches Blog
Friday, September 4, 2009 – Thompson-Ellis Consulting is now blogging at WriteGreen.com. Our blog focuses on protecting the environment and living a green lifestyle. We are exercising our environmental responsibility by raising awareness through writing. Read interesting posts, get green living tips, and share your comments. Join us as we help green your world and mine.