Say the name Erin Brockovich and you think, strong, tough and stubborn. Brockovich is all that and more. She is a modern-day David who loves a good brawl with today’s Goliaths. She thrives on being the voice for those who don’t know how to yell. She is a rebel, fighter, mother, woman. She is you and me.

It’s been over 15 years since Julia Roberts starred in the Oscar-winning tour de force, Erin Brockovich. The film turned an unknown legal researcher into a 20th century icon by showcasing how her dogged persistence was the impelling force behind the largest medical settlement lawsuit in history. Since then, Brockovich hasn’t been resting on her laurels. She continues to fight hard and win big. This gutsy woman doesn’t apologize for who she is. She has always loved going head to head with the big boys and was never intimated by their bravado.

After being seriously injured in a traffic accident in Reno, Brockovich moved to California’s San Fernando Valley and hired Masry & Vititoe to represent her. They won a small settlement, but she still needed work, so she got a job at the law firm as a file clerk. It was while organizing papers on a pro bono real estate case that Brockovich first found medical records that would explode into the largest direct-action lawsuit in U.S. history. The story and eventual film made Erin Brockovich a household name. Over time, Brockovich realized she could use her notoriety to spread positive messages of personal empowerment and to encourage others to stand up and make a difference.

Because of her fighting spirit, Brockovich has become the champion of countless women and men. She is this generation’s Dear Abby, and in fact receives thousands of Dear Erin letters and emails each year from people who are begging for help and support in their own personal struggles. Brockovich proudly answers every one of them.

As President of Brockovich Research & Consulting, she is currently involved in numerous environmental projects worldwide. Brockovich is one of the most requested speakers on the international lecture circuit and travels the world for personal appearances. She is a true American hero whose icon status and “stick-to-it-iveness” only fuels her determination to expose injustice and lend her voice to those who do not have one.

Lisa MacKenzie is a seasoned executive with expertise in marketing, sales, product management and operations. Lisa was instrumental in The Channel Company's evolution from providing traditional media to offering a full portfolio of solutions and services. She brings her proven expertise to The Channel Company's extensive events portfolio - helping ensure that our events meet the evolving needs of our customers. Thanks to Lisa's leadership, The Channel Company attracts record audiences and receives high customer satisfaction scores. Lisa also re-positioned our consulting, research and education offerings, resulting in increased profitability and new product launches.