The ultimate value of our lives is largely determined by those who affect the shape of what we become. Whether inspirational or frustrating; meaningful or meaningless; joyful or sorrowful our experience of life is contingent upon our attitude and how we interact with those close to us. The true stories in Profiles portray colorful characters and events that shaped the author"s as well as many other"s lives. The memorable persons in Profiles impacted directly or indirectly all ages who benefited from the counseling, teaching, and formation of a management consulting firm, initiation of a leadership institute and co-creation of a non-profit foundation that they inspired. The players in Profiles range from a small wild animal encountered in a forest, to coaches, parents, teachers, mentors and friends, and most significantly our Creator.