Type Of Business:
Sole proprietorship
Marketing Area:
International
Expertise:
Writing in a way that touches and inspires people
Major Product/SVS:
Inspirational speaking; Books on adoption; Women empowerment
Hobbies/Sports:
Traveling; Walking her dogs; Reading; Writing
Education Degrees:
Master's Degree in Broadcast Journalism, Austin Peay State University (1992); Bachelor's Degree in English Literature, State University of New York (1989)
State/Country of Origin:
England
Children's Names:
Christian, Ian, Eviana
Date of Distinction:
9/23/2011
How would you like to be remembered by your peers?:
She would like to be remembered as an individual who never tried to be what she's not, yet being an inspiration to others.
If you could solve one problem in the world today, what would it be?:
If she could solve one problem in the world she would make sure that every child has a loving home, food, and wonderful parents. She believes that the most precious resource is our children.
If you could have lunch with anyone, dead or alive, who would it be and why?:
If she could have lunch with anyone, dead or alive, it would be Oprah Winfrey because she always sees potential and hope in others. She is a true woman of inspiration.
Charity:
Volunteer, Local School; Volunteer, Board Member, The Heart Gallery of New Mexico Foundation
Number Of Years In Profession:
20
Number Of Years In Current Position:
20
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her strong spiritual faith, a resolve to be a positive force in the world, and the support of her family and friends.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession through her previous experience as a television news journalist, which fostered her love of writing. Additionally, she herself was a person of international adoption, she was born in the U.K. and adopted by Americans; she also adopted children from other countries. She held a desire to share her personal experiences and journey.
Extended Bio Profile:
Through her hard work and dedication, Ms. Madrid-Branch established the Adoption Means Love Foundation and Adoption Tribe Publishing, enabling her to spread her message. Nationally and internationally, she has written books on adoption for children and is the author of a growing series of children's books on adoption, including the highly acclaimed book, "The Tummy Mummy," as well as the adult book, "Adoption Means Love, Triumph of the Heart." She is in the process of writing a line of books for women called, "Mascara Moments;" "Mascara Moments: Embracing The Woman In The Mirror," is the first book written within this line. She is an ambassador and a committed activist for adoption and for women to find inspiration. She inspires others to find their greatness within. Ms. Madrid-Branch and her husband formed the foundation with the vision that "all adoptable children will find the loving families destined to be theirs, and the world will celebrate adoption on every continent." That vision is alive and growing in the state of New Mexico, where it is focusing its work to support children in foster care, and to educate and advocate on behalf of adoption. Furthermore, Ms. Madrid-Branch has her own blog, "Let Her Be Greater," and does a lot of inspirational speaking.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Creating and marketing her books; Being the face and voice for children waiting for “forever families”
Awards/Honors:
Inductee, New Mexico's Women's Hall of Fame (2006); Congressional Angels in Adoption Award, U.S. Senator Pete Domenici (2004); Named, World Voice for Adoption, Adoption Australia Magazine; Named, A Woman Answering her Calling, Women's Day Magazine; Governor’s Award for Outstanding New Mexico Women, Governor Bill Richardson; Nominee, Emmy for Television News Journalist
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Madrid-Branch hopes to see tablet books sell in every language and use the proceeds to help women build lives for themselves, especially those in struggling countries.