About Us

Education for Living Seminars, Inc. was founded in Baton Rouge, Louisiana in 1986 by Charles M. (Chuck) and Veda Smith. Mr. Smith had been a student of innovative educational methods for many years working with Dr. Fernando Flores and others respected in the field. Education for Living Seminars-Southwest was incorporated in 1996 in Lake Charles, Louisiana.

Owned by Mike and Ellen Papania, and Henry and Laurie Riquelmy, EFL-SW is committed to providing the latest developments in education, leadership, relationship, and community building. Today, in addition to the core workshop, EFL-SW offers a suite of courses to individuals and businesses.