Dr. Patricia Russell-McCloud is a spellbinding professional orator who leaves her audiences anxious for more. Her dynamic delivery is rooted in a foundation of research and statistical data which provides her listeners with a great deal more than accurate information. Russell-McCloud is the National President of The Links, Inc., a 9,600-member volunteer service organization of African-American women located in 41 states, Nassau Bahamas, and Frankfurt, Germany. Founded in 1946, the organization has, through its four facets, reached diverse communities to improve the quality of life. The Links, Inc., is responsible for donating more than $15 million to various charities and programs since its inception, as well as providing over 2 million volunteer hours in the past two years alone.

	Along with many other awards and honors, Russell-McCloud was listed as one of the 100 most influential persons in America by Ebony Magazine, May 1995 and 1996. She was also honored as an Outstanding Entrepreneur in Georgia by Women Looking Ahead News Magazine in February 1996.