Mary J. Lore is an internationally recognized leader, executive mentor, public speaker and the author of the award-winning book Managing Thought: Think Differently. Think Powerfully. Achieve New Levels of Success., and audio book, Managing Thought: How Do Your Thoughts Rule Your World? She is the founder and CEO of Managing Thought, LLC, which helps individuals and organizations develop self-awareness and change how they think and conduct business to attain long-lasting success.
Mary has devoted thirty years to serving as a CPA, senior executive, entrepreneur and mentor to corporate leaders. She has successfully assisted others in North America and Europe through her corporate and public workshops, and thousands of hours working with CEOs, managers, employees, teachers, parents and teens. Since 2002, Mary has served as an expert resource for Vistage International, also known as TEC, the world's pre-eminent organization for the personal and professional development of CEOs. From 2002-2010 she also served as a chair and executive mentor for Vistage Michigan.
Managing Thought sprouted from an aha moment when Mary—feeling drained, unhealthy and completely out of balance—realized that she could take responsibility for her reality. She decided to apply the system of thinking and being that made her successful at work to change her entire life.
Mary is certified in Gardening Fine Arts, as well as the practice of Dao-In, an ancient Chinese yoga practice. Mary enjoys camping, hiking, cooking, singing, traveling, and enjoying the company of family and friends.
Mary currently resides in West Bloomfield, Michigan and can be found at managingthought.com.