Phyllis Stewart's diversified background includes 39 years as a classroom teacher, Career and Technical Education Coordinator, and businessperson. Her ability to combine successful careers in business and education gives her additional insights into the importance of comprehensive career guidance.

The American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences and Glencoe recognized Phyllis as one of the Top Ten Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers of the Year. Honored as Indiana's Outstanding Vocational Teacher of the Year, she is a knowledgeable, content-rich presenter that brings a solid understanding of how Career Choices positively impacts the classroom.

As a successful business owner, Phyllis also understands how the format provided by Career Choices allows for educational choreographs into the workplace. Her hope is to help young people gain an awareness of the need for educational preparation and how that translates to career preparation for the real world.