Meet Rona D. Drinkard, a dazzling wordsmith and the creative force behind the Friendship Matters Experience! By day, she’s the mastermind leading a team of IT Project Managers, but when the sun sets, she transforms into a critically acclaimed author, weaving stories that captivate hearts and minds. With degrees in hand from Daemen College and SUNY Buffalo State University, Rona is armed with both knowledge and creativity!

Her journey took a delightful turn when she moved to Maryland, sparking the inspiration for her debut novel, “Friendship Matters.” This gem has not only won a treasure trove of awards but also caught the eye of local media in Buffalo, where she’s made quite the splash! Rona returned to her roots for an Author Talk and Social Event, and guess what? The City and Erie County declared April 30th as “Rona D. Drinkard Day”! How cool is that?

But wait, there’s more! She’s just wrapped up the draft of the eagerly awaited sequel, “The Matters of Friendship,” and she can hardly contain her excitement to share it with book lovers everywhere! When she’s not crafting her next literary masterpiece, Rona loves sipping on coffee or wine, planning fabulous events for the Friendship Matters Experience Group, belting out tunes, jet-setting around the globe, mingling with friends, and creating charming projects with her Cricut machine. Plus, she enjoys cheering on her favorite sports teams alongside her husband. Rona happily resides in Maryland with her wonderful family, where every day is a new adventure!