The desire to be “in charge” is often overlooked by the ability to endure despite your current circumstances. It often means possessing a spirit of leadership and the pursuit of excellence even when no one is following you! Throughout the pages of this intro- spective journey from obscurity to success, Mary H. Parker provides a winning blueprint entitled, “The Chick In Charge.” Incorporating years of struggle, challenges, and triumph from childhood to Corporate America and wisdom obtained from years as the CEO of one of the nation’s largest, woman owned, full-service security firms, Mary Parker equips every reader with the strength to not just succeed, but Take Charge!