is an energetic, enthusiastic speaker and author who has found a way to creatively and enjoyably reach large numbers of people with his special messages about reading and learning.

A former college English and public speaking teacher who has also taught extensively in literacy programs, Rich understands the needs, interests, and desires of learners of all ages and levels.  

Colleges and Universities where Rich Davis has taught:  The University of Southern Mississippi, Delaware State College, Asheville-Buncombe Community College, Shaw University, Limestone College, Charleston Southern University.

Davis has conducted training or delivered speeches for the following:  The University of South Carolina, The College of Charleston, The Medical University of South Carolina, Limestone College, Lander University, Greenville Tech, Trident Tech, York Tech, Augusta College, Chesterfield-Marlboro Tech, Pack Memorial Library, Samford University, UNC-Asheville, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Public Library, Macon College, Charleston Co. Library System, Gerber Foods, Bayer, DuPont, Alumax, Amway, and hundreds more educational institutions and businesses.  

Davis holds a Ph.D. in adult education and an M.A. in English from the University of Southern Mississippi. He also attended Minot State College and The University of Maryland.  Davis has published several books and over 300 articles and columns.

Rich Davis lives with his wife Ginger on Lookout Mountain, Gadsden, Alabama.  They have two cats:  Delphine and Heidi Ho.  His hobbies include hiking, yoga, and playing ukulele and piano.  Davis' most exciting and wonderful thing to do, however, is speaking to audiences of school children.