Michelle Borders
Co-Founder Naples Network Services
Professional Speaker, Entrepreneur, People Connector, Co-Founder, Care Giver Supporter
Dedicated to Building Better Communities
Initially joining Toastmasters to boost confidence as a Naples Chamber Board Member, Michelle has seized opportunities to address audiences exceeding 200 people since 2022. Each engagement has paved the way for the next. Once you witness her Disrupt HR speech, her unwavering dedication and enthusiasm becomes evident!
Michelle possesses a unique talent for linking individuals with ideal networking groups, businesses, support systems, or friendships. Upholding the golden rule, she firmly believes that once it's in place, everything else falls into alignment!
Michelle co-founded Naples Network Services in 2004. Recognized as the Best in Business by Gulfshore Business readers in 2019, 2022, and 2023, the company also received the Business of the Month accolade from Collier County Commissioners in September 2021.
Since joining Toastmasters in 2019, Michelle helped elevate the Naples Sunrise Bay club to the Select Distinguished level in 2022. Michelle has delivered talks at various esteemed events. She addressed The Elephant In The Room event for Project Help at The Ritz Tiburon in February of 2024. In April of 2024 Michelle gave a testimonial at a Lunch and Learn for Lutgert Construction. She shared an impactful speech for NAMI of Collier County in November 2023, spoke at Disrupt HR in October 2023, and delivered a speech at The Supervisor of Election’s campaign kick-off in September 2023.
In May 2023, she received The Chairman’s Award from The Naples Chamber and delivered an acceptance speech. Her speaking engagements also included appearances at LUX Networking in July 2023, Leading the Ladies of SWFL in March 2023, The ASG Team Building Convention at The Ritz in June 2022, and the Clusterbusters worldwide convention in Chicago in 2022. An active participant in the Naples Chamber, Michelle was recognized as Ambassador of the Year in 2019. She completed their leadership programs—Growing Associates in Naples in 2012 and Leadership Collier in 2014.
Since 2015, she has overseen the Youth Leadership Collier Application Evaluators. Holding the position of Chair of the Small Business Council since May 2018, she joined the Chamber Board of Directors in 2019. In 2023, she chaired the Membership Committee for their Strategic Planning and contributed to the Executive Search Team for their President. A dedicated board member for Community Owners Managers and Associates since 2016, Michelle received the Volunteer of The Year award twice. Her involvement in the Naples Area Professional League of Executive Services dates back to 2010, where she served as board member and past President, receiving the Liz Cashman award in 2014.
Michelle holds the distinction of being the first worldwide support person for Clusterbusters.org, providing support to caregivers and supporters of cluster headache survivors. Her commitment to mentoring shines through her guidance of 14 students in the Champions for Learning Program and Grace Place. Married to Kevin since 1992, Michelle and her husband share two adult children and a Springer Spaniel named Shirley. They enjoy spending their free time boating..
Sleep - A Coveted Necessity
In an engaging and entertaining speech, Michelle Borders delves into the critical importance of sleep, peppered with humorous personal anecdotes that trace her own sleep history. From battling insomnia during her college days to mastering the art of power napping in a bustling corporate office, Michelle's stories not only entertain but also highlight how vital sleep is to our overall health and productivity. She emphasizes that sleep is not merely a passive activity but a powerful enhancer of our mental, emotional, and physical well-being, crucial for memory consolidation, mood regulation, and bodily restoration.
Further enriching her talk, Michelle offers practical tips that she has learned and tested on improving sleep quality. She shares straightforward advice such as establishing a consistent bedtime routine, creating a restful environment free of electronic disturbances, and engaging in regular physical activity to promote better sleep. Michelle's approachable style makes the science of sleep accessible and actionable, encouraging her audience to prioritize sleep and reap its numerous benefits.
Moving – One of the top 3 stressors in life – but does it have to be?
Moving – it’s right up there with divorce and taxes on the stress scale. But fear not! Our intrepid speaker, armed with a sense of humor, regales us with tales of her own moving misadventures. From roommates to frequent weekend moves, Michelle has
seen it all. The speaker’s secret? Embrace the chaos! Whether it’s a cross-country relocation or just hopping neighborhoods, moving is a grand adventure. So, next time you’re surrounded by changing life circumstances, remember: it’s all part of the comedy routine.
Our witty orator doesn’t stop at laughs; she has also gleaned valuable insights from her nomadic escapades. Saying goodbye to familiar haunts tugs at the heartstrings. But as the speaker wisely quips, “Home is wherever your heart is” So, fellow movers, raise your cardboard swords and march forth – chaos, stress, and all!
Team Work Makes The Dream Work!
In this engaging speech, Michelle recounts a hilarious adventure that underscores the importance of teamwork. Through a series of amusing anecdotes, the speaker illustrates how lack of coordination led to a series of comical mishaps. Individual efforts, while well-intentioned, resulted in chaos and confusion, highlighting the challenges of working without a cohesive plan.
As the story unfolds, Michelle reveals a key lesson learned from the experience: effective teamwork could have made the trip much smoother. By emphasizing the value of communication, collaboration, and shared goals, the speaker drives home the point that working together not only enhances efficiency but also makes the journey more enjoyable. The speech concludes with a reminder that when everyone works in harmony, the collective effort should lead to success and memorable experiences.