Tom Killian
Training Associate, special events coordinator and trainer.
Tom Killian has been a leader and problem solver all of his life.
A Californian native, Tom has served in the United States Marine
Corps, where he learned the importance of teamwork, responsibility,
leadership and problem solving. In 1982, Tom became a Law Enforcement
Officer with the State of California. In 2000, Tom was appointed
the Public Information Officer within his department. He is also
a co-host of a weekly, live call-in radio show. His experience ranges
from regional to national media outlets.
Tom is well respected by his peers for
his outstanding interpersonal skills, problem solving and creditability.
He has been involved with little league baseball, girls softball,
youth football, and has worked with youth through the Learning for
Life Explorer Program since 1991. Tom has also served as the Public
Relations Chairman for his Shrine Center and President of the Shrine
Clowns, which support Shrine Hospitals for Children.
Email: tom@morethantalk.com |
Linda Abeldt is our non-profit and association consultant. She specializes in taking grass roots groups and creating sustainable and recognized organizations. In addition to excellent organizational skills she will help your private or public agency with customer service and how to do things right the first time. Linda helps construct strategic plans, board development and award winning programs for non-profit and private business. With over 30 years of experience in private business she is looked upon as an expert in her field and is frequently called upon by government to help create solutions in tough economic times. Linda has been name California Woman of the Year by District 11 of Congress, has been inducted in the the Manteca Hall of Fame in the Business Category. Email: 
Ron Peacock has strong institutional knowledge on how people work and react to serious situations. His experience as a licensed insurance investigator lends his expertise to business and community organizations who want to determine the best solution to difficult situations. In addition to his analytical abilities he also serves Osborn & Associates with over 20 years of photography, audio and video documentation of special events and is a skilled event planner. Ron is deeply involved in volunteer work with mentally challenged persons and the Special Olympics. Ron has been recognized as a trusted speaker for the California Highway Patrol in their New Driver and DUI prevention programs. Ron also serves as a guest host for the popular talk radio program Behind the Badge on KFIV 1360 AM. Ron is charged with problem solving, logistics, and documentation for Osborn & Associates. Email: 
Tom Nipper describes himself as "A man for all seasons, and has a plan for all reasons." Tom works for Osborn & Associates as a problem solver, planner and prevention specialists. His goal is to help your organization before the crisis hits. Because of his excellent sense of humor, he can take sensitive issues and apply the right amount of humor to remove the intimidation factor that so many times accompanies traumatic issues. Tom is part of the rapid response team made up of Osborn & Associates members who responds to in critical incidents to help your organization survive whatever might be happening. Because of his advance education in Communication Studies, he matches that up with strong problem solving skills, and you get comfort, compassion and confidence all in one package. Tom is from the Central Valley of California and is regarded as one of the leading experts in Trauma Prevention and is a frequent keynote presenter at conferences throughout the region. He is also the Public Relations Chairman for the Livermore Shrine Center, serving Northern California Shriners Hospital for Children. Tom is a father of four, a career nurse, high school teacher and when you mix them all together you get a true expert in his field, that being life. Tom likes to think his middle name is "Can-Do" and his attitude exemplifies that.
Jeff Ross is an information systems specialist. Jeff researches and implements promising cutting-edge technologies which increase productivity and decrease repetitive tasks. Jeff has over 30 years of computer systems experience, ranging from programming to customized computer system design and assembly. Feel free to contact Jeff to discover how your business can cut costs and increase productivity.