Audra Conklin, the co-founder of Modern Mermaids Eco-Friendly Products, has combined a communications degree with a license in holistic skin care to become a knowledgeable and passionate speaker in the “anti-chemical” movement. After her best friend asked her if cleaning chemicals were possibly causing her to have headaches, breathing problems and eye irritations, a seed was planted and the two women began creating non-toxic cleaners and other environmentally safe household products. Audra has worked for natural skin care companies such as AVEDA and Nature's Gate and has enjoyed the opportunity educating hundreds of people in spas and venues like Whole Foods around the country. It was a simple transition to teach about the impact of chemicals in our environment and the importance of the mission on which Modern Mermaids was built. More than one person has claimed that the information Audra teaches is “life-changing” and although sometimes the facts aren't pleasant, is taught in a gentle manner in an open forum where questions are encouraged and alternatives are offered. Whether an avid environmentalist or just beginning to understand the importance of “going green”, a seminar with Audra offers something for everyone.
 
Credentials:
  
~ B.S. Communications, Summa Cum Laude, Emerson College
~ Licensed Holistic Skin Care Therapist
~ Certified Holistic Spa Therapist
~ National Educator
~ Founder/Owner of Modern Mermaids Eco-Friendly Products
 

Amy Baxter-Seiss comes from a long line of entrepreneurs. Her grandfather founded Baxter’s Fish and Chips in Hyannis, Massachusetts and after starting with one fish cart, the restaurant now spans Hyannis Harbor and has a family restaurant as well as the Boathouse, a twenty-one and over bar complete with music.  After college, Amy yearned to see the world and by becoming a travel guide experienced much of Europe and Asia.  Shortly thereafter, she met her husband and started a family and was fortunate to work with him in real estate.  Called “Martha Stewart” by her friends and family, when the real estate market began to falter, Amy single-handedly furnished and decorated each home and began the business of renting them out.  By becoming ill when cleaning these rental properties, she began the process of creating a safe and non-toxic product line out of necessity.  This “turns lemons into lemonade” attitude and the ability to problem solve makes Amy a crucial part of the MM team.  And her creativity and willingness to tackle the unknown has made her into the strong entrepreneur that the “green” movement needs.