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Introduction

“See the Possible”
     Sylvia L. Lovely, President, NewCities Institute
She was born in “city hall” so perhaps it was destiny that Sylvia L. Lovely is one of the country’s most provocative voices on leadership, personal responsibility and community engagement.  
Once called a “five-foot firecracker”, she is an emotive speaker moving audiences internationally to respond to their own passions and make a difference in their communities.   Her enlightening commentaries appear in major market newspapers and on national public radio.  As an expert in community building, she has been featured on CNN and CNBC.   Sylvia has published two books based around the 12 Principles of Community Building, “America’s New Cities: The Little Blue Book of Big Ideas” and “America’s New Cities The Little Red Book of Everyday Heroes”.

The NewCities Institute’s work includes research, community building, education and visioning through a number of strategic partnerships across the nation and in Europe. 
Lovely serves on a number of national boards and committees that foster collaboration, education, preservation, innovation, arts and economic development.  She has received numerous awards including Kentucky’s Woman of Influence, Kentucky’s Power Elite and the 2006 Vic Hellard Award, Kentucky’s highest award for public service.  
Sylvia's advice to people who want to make a difference: "Mimic Greatness."

Testimonials:
• Sparks Nevada “Ms Lovely surpassed all mine and my colleague’s expectations. She is a wonderful speaker and motivator and I would never hesitate one minute to recommend her for any project.” Ron Schmitt, City Councilman Ward 5, City of Sparks.
• International City/County Management Association: “Sylvia’s efforts to involve the public in civic participation have made a big difference in communities all across the country. She is a moving and inspirational person, helping people get involved and make a difference in their own communities.” Robert O’Neil, Executive Director ICMA
• Women in Government “Ms. Lovely’s personal account…provided a touching story and received high ratings from our participants for her presentation.” Kathryn Guccione, Manager Public Policy and PR.
• Pinal County Town Hall “The delegates found Ms Lovely to be informative, motivational, visionary and exciting.” Karl Peterson Pinal County, Arizona