Thursday, December 3, 2009

Dr. Michael Pelfry will speak at the BBB Business Seminar on December 3, 2009. Dr. Pelfry will discuss the basics in dealing with workplace stress and stressful events beyond our control.

The focus of Dr. Pelfry’s speech will be on the economic downturn and its impact on customers, employees and businesses. Participants will learn skills that can be practiced and used daily to manage stress.

Date: December 3, 2009

Time: 5:00 pm – 6:15 pm

Place: Amarillo National Bank Plaza II 2nd floor Conference Room

Cost: Accredited Business employees -$20 each
$15 each for 3 or more attendees from the same company

$30 each for non Accredited Business employees

Call 806-379-7133 or 806-379-6834 to reserve your spot

Dr. Michael Pelfrey is a licensed Psychologist in Private Practice in Amarillo. He has taught at the University of Texas and The University of South Carolina and was a research associate at The Institute of Behavioral Science at The University of Colorado.

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