Join the Rocky Mountain Chapter for a fun night of small talk, yummy appetizers and great drinks at Elway's in Cherry Creek!  Debra Fine, author of "The Fine Art of Small Talk," will kick off the evening with a brief keynote presentation on how to start a conversation, keep it going, and leave a positive impression.

Presenter: Debra Fine, Author of "The Fine Art of Small Talk"

Author and small talk guru Debra Fine began her career as an engineer, an occupation that allowed her to maintain her natural shyness and avoid situations that required social interactions. But, after the birth of her two children, Debra took time off from her career and observed those around her who seemed to be natural small talkers. Seeing how others’ speaking abilities allowed them to flourish, Debra decided she was tired of being shy. Around the same time, she lost 65 pounds. This transformation gave Debra all the more confidence. And, after Debra and her husband divorced, she was further compelled to initiate friendships and hone her mingling skills.

Debra researched and studied strategies for starting conversations, keeping them going, remembering names, “actively” listening, exiting with grace and generally making a positive impression on those with whom she struck up conversation. The result is THE FINE ART OF SMALL TALK—a book handy for anyone from business executive to PTA parents, students facing post-college interviews to singles trying to make love connections.