Don Gabor's parents wanted him to be an attorney, but instead he helps professionals from all disciplines grow their revenues by starting profitable conversations with people in business and social situations. 

Don also trains executives, managers and staff on how to work more effectively with coworkers and clients. He is the author of the bestseller, How to Start a Conversation and Make Friends, (Fireside/Simon & Schuster) and ten other books and tapes on interpersonal communication skills. His books have been translated into eight foreign languages. His newest release is his book, Speaking Your Mind in 101 Difficult Situations.

Don Gabor's programs are content-rich, interactive, entertaining and practical. In addition to customizing role-playing exercises that address the challenges of your specific group or industry, he gives each participant coaching in a supportive and risk-free setting. Don is also available for individual coaching, as a spokesperson, or panel guest.

Don uses lecture, demonstration, role-playing, hands-on exercises, assessment instruments, and small group activities to create an entertaining and instructional environment where everyone attending learns how to impact the growth and efficiency of their company or organization.

Don has been writing books and offering communication programs since 1980. His clients include American Express, Merrill Lynch, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Shearman & Sterling LLP, New York County Lawyers Association,  Marriott Hotels, MTV, Viacom, and many others. 

Don was a spokesperson for Sprint and Frito-Lay, and is a frequent media guest with over 1000 print, radio and television placements, including "60 Minutes with Andy Rooney." The New Yorker called Don, "a gifted conversationalist." He has been a member of the National Speakers Association since 1991. He founded his company Conversation Arts Media in 1991.