Monica "Dr. mOe" Anderson is an entrepreneur, bestselling author, motivational speaker, widely published journalist, and Doctor of Dental Surgery. Across the United States and overseas, she has motivated and inspired others through her speaking engagements, media appearances, podcasts, videos, books, articles, and professional development coaching.
In 1996, she made history as the first African American columnist for the Arlington Star-Telegram. The popularity of her articles led to a weekly editorial for the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, a leading Texas newspaper. Her editorials have appeared in news outlets across the country. This native Texan hosted and produced a cable television program while in full time private practice.
She presents workshops to corporate, university, and civic groups, as well as, professional associations. She has lectured throughout the United States and internationally. Her most requested topics are: Life Balance, Entrepreneurship, Cross Generational Communication Skills, and the Medical Benefits of Humor. She is consistently rated “best speaker” at meetings and conferences.
An advocate for social change, Dr. mOe incorporates her wry wit into all her activities from boardrooms to classrooms. She is a graduate of the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry and Baylor University but her most treasured credentials are mother of two, grandmother, and cancer survivor!
Dr. mOe divides her time between Austin, Texas, and Grand Prairie, Texas.