Peter B. Stark is president of Peter Barron Stark Companies, Inc. He travels internationally training procurement specialists, sales professionals and other leaders in the art of negotiation. He holds the prestigious designations of Accredited Speaker from Toastmasters International and Certified Speaking Professional from the National Speakers Association, and is the author of nine books.

Jane Flaherty is a senior consultant and trainer for Peter Barron Stark Companies, Inc. She has 25 years of experience designing and delivering training programs around the world. She has trained thousands of managers and employees in the areas of leadership, motivation, communication and negotiation, and has co-authored seven books on those subjects.