The folks behind International Freelancers Day are Ed Gandia and Crystal Coleman. Ed is the co-author of the bestselling book, The Wealthy Freelancer, and a recognized thought leader in the world of freelancing and solopreneurship. Crystal is a sought-after online business manager, operational whiz and president of The Northern Edge Business Solutions.
About Ed Gandia
Ed Gandia is a founding partner of International Freelancers Academy and co-author of the bestselling and award-winning book, The Wealthy Freelancer (Penguin/Alpha). He is also a co-founder of International Freelancers Day, the world’s biggest online educational conference for solo professionals.
An expert on the topic of successfully transitioning from employee to self-employed, Ed took his part-time freelance business from zero to a six-figure income in only 27 months. And he made the transition to self-employment without sacrificing his income or putting his young family’s financial future at risk.
Today Ed is a successful freelance copywriter, speaker and trainer. He founded International Freelancers Academy because much of the freelancing advice he was coming across was misguided and based on limiting beliefs. He knew there was a better way to run and grow a solo business. And he wanted to show both new and seasoned self-employed service professionals how to earn more in less time. That way they can create the freedom, flexibility and lifestyle that enables them to live more fully.
His advice and insights have been featured on CNN Radio, CBS Radio, Inc. magazine, The Christian Science Monitor, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, AirTran Airways’ Go magazine, The Writer and other leading publications.
Ed is a proud and active father of two children. He loves backpacking, great wine and great food, and will regularly post pictures of his grilled masterpieces on Facebook.
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About Crystal Coleman
Based near Edgerton, Alberta Canada, Crystal Coleman has been working in the virtual support industry since 2009, starting as a virtual assistant and transitioning into an online business manager in 2010. In March 2011, Crystal completed training in the Online Business Manager (OBM) Certification Program, which is the top achievement level in the OBM industry.
Today, Crystal works with business coaches, strategists and consultants to launch products, organize and manage membership and continuity programs, put together online events, and help them leverage social media for maximum business results.
Learn more about Crystal here.
Follow Crystal on Twitter: @CMColeman_OBM
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