Meet one-on-one with local experts. Talk to people with experience in a variety of occupations and interests. Ask questions and hear what they know.
To book a meeting, write to Wil Gregersen at wgregersen@warwicklibrary.org.
Our Experts
Barbara J. Corni
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Barbara was an Operational Improvement and Project Management executive who solved complex problems for companies in New Zealand, Qatar, and the U.S.
Talk with Barbara about how you can improve your work and get better results. She can tackle all kinds of questions, including:
How can our food drive collect more? How can we expand our neighborhood watch?
- describe your problem and what success would be
- hear options you can try
- learn how to measure your progress
Paul Higgins
Paul is a native of Newbridge, County Kildare, Ireland, who helps individuals and groups planning a visit to Ireland enhance the enjoyment of their trip and make the most of their experience.
Talk with Paul about:
Travel in Ireland
- how to plan an Ireland golf getaway
- touring the Wild Atlantic Way
- seeing historical Ireland
- tracing your roots
- estimated costs, what to pack, how to book, and more
Alicia Mastrang
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Alicia is a certified Usui Shiki Ryoho Reiki Master Teacher, James Van Praagh School of Mystical Arts certified Spiritual Healer, and the owner of Live It Love It Wellness.
Talk with Alicia about:
Reiki 101
- what is Reiki?
- what is the chakra system?
- how Reiki supports wellness
- what to expect during and after a Reiki session
- how to choose a practitioner
Scott Nerney
Scott was a Project Manager at MetLife who oversaw business and market analysis and digital marketing campaigns. He is also the host of the Warwick Life podcast.
Talk with Scott about:
Small Business Marketing
- find your audience
- get your name out
- set yourself apart
- create an “elevator speech”
- manage Google/Yelp reviews
Podcasting
- start your podcast
- get over the fear of talking
- be interesting to everyone
- pick your topics
- book guests
Donald Sockol
Donald was a journalist and English professor. For a decade he has been a conversation-friend to many new English speakers both here and abroad.
Talk with Donald about:
Writing for Work and Personal Business
- your goals
- the “Big Three” rules
- what to avoid
- practice exercises
Conversation with New English Speakers
- how to meet new speakers
- no special skills or languages are needed
- what to talk about
- it’s friendship, not school
Ruth Van Dine
Ruth is a Registered Piano Technician, Treasurer of the Rhode Island Chapter of the Piano Technicians Guild, and an educator at guild conferences and chapter meetings.
Talk with Ruth about:
How to Become a Piano Technician
- what it’s like to tune pianos
- where you can train
- how to start a business
- how to learn piano repairs
Talk with Local Experts offers free conversations with volunteer experts. The information you receive will be based on the experience of our experts and broad principles of their fields. Experts cannot be hired or give specific advice on your situation.
If you’re an expert and would like to share your knowledge with others, contact Wil Gregersen at wgregersen@warwicklibrary.org.