Parker Geiger

Visionary Personal Branding Strategist | Executive Presence Architect | Global Image Authority

For over 25 years, Parker Geiger has redefined the intersection of personal branding and professional success as a pioneering force in corporate image development and executive coaching. As the founder of Leading Edge Branding, Parker empowers professionals—from rising talent to Fortune 500 CEOs—to master the alchemy of perception, aligning their image, communication, and confidence with their ambitions to unlock unprecedented influence.

A sought-after thought leader, Parker’s innovative methodologies have shaped the identities of industry giants including Delta Airlines, CNN, AT&T, Coca-Cola, and The Ritz-Carlton, (to mention a few) through high-impact workshops and C-suite coaching that transform organizational culture from the inside out.

Parker’s expertise transcends traditional branding, with a portfolio of groundbreaking achievements: Revolutionizing trade show marketing for organizations like Boots Pharmaceuticals and Bristol-Myers Squibb by designing crowd-attracting programs that slashed costs while skyrocketing lead generation.

Parker crafted iconic uniform designs and manufacturing for General Motors’ 2000 Experience and CNN’s tour guides in New York and Atlanta; and pioneering the signature program Perception IDentity: The Parker Factor™—a global professional development system that recalibrates how leaders are perceived, heard, and remembered.

With a career spanning borders and industries, Parker has represented North America on the International Communications Panel at Brazil’s FAAP University, curated high-profile events like The Hands That Touch the King (showcasing Michael Jackson’s artifacts), and directed the International Professional Image Award at Atlanta’s Fox Theater. A trusted advisor to celebrities, politicians, and the Miss Universe Organization, Parker merges artistry with strategy—evidenced by the upcoming launch of a Digital Color Analysis™ app (2025), extending their legacy of innovation into the tech sphere.

Beyond boardrooms, Parker’s passion for empowerment fuels 18 years of leadership on the Atlanta Children’s Shelter Board, where he co-created Project Renewal—a transformative self-esteem initiative for homeless mothers—and volunteered for President Jimmy Carter’s Atlanta Project, mentoring students through image-driven confidence building.

Holding a BA in Education from the University of Florida, certifications in DISC, Emotional Intelligence (EQ), and Image Consulting (trained under Color Me Beautiful’s Carole Jackson), Parker’s insights have been featured in Kiplinger’s Financial Magazine, international podcasts, and media worldwide—solidifying their status as the definitive voice in personal branding for the modern era.

Georgia Trusio

Instructional Designer | Executive Coach | International Speaker

Georgia Trusio – President & Founder of Georgia Mentors, Georgia Trusio began her career with AT&T in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, where she gained extensive experience in operations, sales, and marketing. She seized every opportunity to understand the business world from multiple angles, building a strong foundation in leadership, collaboration, and client relations. Her sharp business acumen and professionalism positioned her for entrepreneurship, and she chose Atlanta as the launchpad for her journey. 

A passionate advocate for training and development, Georgia  specializes in facilitating professionals at all levels—from entry-level employees to CEO’s-- enhance their skills.  She believes that new hires typically begin as unconsciously incompetent—they don’t yet know what they don’t know—and that it’s a manager’s responsibility to guide them toward unconscious competence, where skills become "habits". This progression is especially critical in sales, where both new and seasoned professionals benefit greatly from ongoing training and development.  To support this transformation, she has developed ten proprietary soft skills training modules and successfully implemented them across major companies, including BellSouth, Delta Airlines, and Doubletree Hotels. 

What sets Georgia apart is her strategic, results-driven approach to hospitality training. She conducts in-depth “Needs Analyses” and identifies critical “red flags” that companies often overlook. Unlike generic, off-the-shelf programs, her customized training solutions directly address an organization’s unique challenges. As part of her commitment to delivering measurable impact, she offers a complimentary Gap Analysis, ensuring that training investments lead to tangible results. 

Beyond training, Georgia is a sought-after keynote speaker. She has addressed thousands of professionals, including serving as a featured speaker at the Atlanta Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce, where she delivered monthly Power Networking sessions for over five years. Her expertise spans multiple industries, including hospitality, where she previously served as Director of Sales & Marketing.

Lata Chawla

Global Talent & Organizational Development | Culture Architect | Change Agent

As a visionary HR executive Lata’s Leadership Philosophy is that “Great organizations thrive when they invest in their people—bridging strategy, culture, and equity to unlock potential at every level." With a 25+ year track record, Lata has transformed organizations through strategic talent management, leadership development, and inclusive growth, and partnered with Fortune 500 companies to build agile, high-performing cultures.

As an Executive Management Consultant Lata has Advisesed C-suite leaders at Disney, Merck, Comcast, and MassMutual on aligning talent strategy with business goals, driving large-scale change (e.g., SAP rollouts, global learning platforms), and embedding leadership competencies into performance systems. Where she also Designed 360° feedback, succession plans, and executive coaching programs tailored to multicultural teams across Europe, Asia, and Latin America.

As the Director of Training & OD for ESPN, Lata spearheaded enterprise-wide initiatives such as Leadership Pipeline: Launched VP/Director development tracks, competency models, and onboarding programs; Global Alignment: Customized assessments for ESPN’s teams in Singapore, India, Brazil, and Europe; Change Management: Led SAP implementations and centralized Disney/ABC/ESPN’s global Centers of Excellence; Revitalized employee engagement through surveys, team development, and diversity integration.

As the Manager of Staffing & Diversity at ESPN, she built ESPN’s 5-year diversity strategy, partnering with Disney/ABC on recruitment campaigns and empowerment training; Modernized HR systems (ORACLE, PeopleSoft) and led a team handling global staffing, visas, and executive searches.

Lata is certified as a Lominger’s Career Architect, Myers-Briggs, and Coaching for Managers. Lata carer awards include the APEX Award for Publication Excellence (2011), as well as co-authored, Thought Leadership: Transform: Fifteen Disciplines for Organizational Breakthrough (2016).

Timi Cofer

Professional Image Consultant | Professional Coach

Timi earned her Bachelor’s degree in Social Ecology from the University of California. 

With an illustrious 30-year career at Delta Air Lines, Timi has built a reputation as a dynamic leader and mentor. She began her journey as a Flight Attendant, where she honed her expertise in customer service, safety, and interpersonal communication. Recognizing her leadership potential, Delta transitioned her into corporate leadership roles, where she spearheaded employee training and development initiatives.

Throughout her tenure, Timi played a pivotal role in shaping Delta’s customer experience strategy, emphasizing operational excellence, leadership development, and service innovation. She designed and delivered high-impact training programs that empowered employees to elevate their professionalism, presence, and performance. 

A firm believer in the power of first impressions, Timi instilled in her teams the importance of confidence, poise, and intentional personal branding—principles she has seen transform both individual careers and business outcomes. She continues to be passionate about helping professionals refine their professional image, amplify their leadership presence, and create meaningful impact in their fields.