Deborah McNelis is a passionate advocate for children and families. Deborah’s previous experience as a teacher, Early Childhood Associate Degree Instructor, Family Literacy Coordinator, as well as being a parent compliment the extensive training she does on early brain development. She is professional and conveys insights in an understandable, relatable way. As a speaker, audiences are engaged, interested and leave extremely enthused after hearing her present. She is mindful and understanding of the roles and needs in diverse families and has a unique way of connecting authentically with those with whom she interacts

Deborah McNelis has a strong career history related to working for the betterment of others. She creatively designs programs and products; she addresses details and she gets the job done. Deborah is a positive and supportive person both personally and professionally. Her passion for working with child and family development is real and leads her toward bigger and better things.

Deborah is a leader. She is dedicated to sharing information that helps children develop all they were meant to be, mentally and emotionally. She has trademarked the remarkable term, Neuro-Nurturing, and I love it. I believe this term will become a part of our language that everyone in this world knows Deborah is performing a huge mission. I feel that what she is doing is extremely important and our global family needs to hear what she has to say.

I had the absolute pleasure of meeting Deborah when we both presented for Parenting 2.0 in Dublin in 2014. I'm inspired by Deborah's passion for supporting children to become all that they are capable of being. I'm grateful for her work in raising awareness of early brain development research, emotional intelligence, the development of empathy and the positive effects of early relationships to sustain the emotional health of our children and families.

Deborah is one of those people who can make you excited to learn and get involved. Her passion for educating people on the importance of early brain development is contagious! Her creation of the phenomenal brain development activity packets (ages zero-five) is exactly what parents, teachers, day care providers, students and anybody who cares about children need. Do yourself a favor, attend one of her seminars to learn how brain development can change the way you think.

Deborah is one of the most innovative educators in the early learning space I know. She works passionately to achieve the best possible outcome for all children because she believes that EVERY child has potential!! As the founder of Brain Insights she is the resident guru on how a child’s brain develops. She has devoted her life to providing programs and materials to help spread awareness among parents and educators!

Deborah is an internationally known presenter and trainer. She presents many workshops every year and is known for engaging her audiences. She is recognized by her peers as a thought leader. Deborah is forward-thinking. She sees trends and responds to them in a proactive way. She is also a collaborator. She listens to what others have to say and responds with a respectful and honest style. Deborah is a pleasure to work with and a pleasure to know. Deborah went one step further than most.

Prior to creating Brain Insights, Deborah initiated a community collaboration to spread the word about brain development. We called ourselves the Brain Team! Deborah has tremendous passion (and knowledge) about this subject and is our community's most exuberant ambassador. I have attended four of her training sessions during the past five years, and she has presented to our entire staff. On every occasion the audience learns valuable information that enhances our work with families.

Deborah is a brain development specialist. The main focus of Brain Insights is to promote the healthiest development of the brains of every child, it is critical that every adult realizes the impact nurturing has on a developing brain development too. Deborah works exceptionally and tirelessly to promote both of these aims. I have no hesitation in recommending her to you.

Deborah brings significant expertise to her work. Just as important, in my opinion, is the fact that she then combines that knowledge and insight with an infectious enthusiasm for teaching about and training others on the development and needs of children.