Meet the Heart Behind Our Mission

"Community-Driven, Local Impact, Global Growth."  D. R. Murril

 

 

About Dianne R. Murril, Founder & CEO of Upward Mobility International, LLC 

Mrs. Dianne R. Murril is the visionary founder and CEO of Upward Mobility International (UMI) LLC, a non-profit organization committed to empowering communities and driving meaningful change. Her entrepreneurial journey began with contributing to several anthology books, which paved the way for her passion for writing. Today, she finds immense joy in crafting her own literary works, including inspirational books, journals, poetry, and short stories.

Dianne Murril is a compassionate leader with a heartfelt dedication to helping others grow and flourish. She attributes her strength and success to her faith in God, whom she lovingly refers to as her "Jehovah Jireh, my provider," and to the steadfast support of her husband, family, and friends. Dianne is a source of joy and positivity, always striving to uplift those around her. A natural-born leader, passionate entrepreneur, and devoted follower of Christ, she empowers and inspires others to embrace a life of purpose and unwavering faith.

Mrs. Murril, a proud Virginia native, brings over 20 years of extensive experience in the Health and Human Services industry. Her versatile background encompasses expertise in Section 8 Housing, the Food Stamp Program, Transportation Services, social services management, research grants, and regional block grant administration.

Dianne has dedicated her life to inspiring and uplifting others. She takes pride in her achievements as an inspirational speaker, published author, and successful business owner. With her unwavering dedication and vision, she believes that as she continues to grow, her impact and partnerships will flourish as well.

Dianne is known for her infectious laughter, her enthusiasm for NASCAR, and her remarkable history as a distinguished track and field athlete. In her earlier years, she competed in high school and district-level track meets, leaving a lasting impression with her dedication and talent.

"Community-Driven, Local Impact, Global Growth."

"D. R. Murril

Tentative Calendar

"Community-Driven, Local Impact, Global Growth."  D. R. Murril

BUSINESS LAUNCH & BOOK SIGNING ITINERARY

2026

JANUARY

Meet & Greet Dinner

FEBRUARY 

MARCH 

Poetry Night Outing

APRIL

MAY 

JUNE

SEPTEMBER

OCTOBER 

NOEMBER

DECEMBER

 

 

Dianne's Expertise

Webinars & Workshops will build a long-lasting foundation and impact

Every Journey Matters

Inspirational Speaker

Inspiring others to move forward and grow is a passion I deeply cherish.

Ebooks, Anthology & Ghost Writing

Expertly crafted ebooks designed to engage and captivate your audience.

Inspirational Books

Intentional writing is purposeful, meaningful, and resonates deeply across all communities.

Short Stories

Storytelling is one of the five key archetypes for discovering and developing a writer's unique voice.

FEATURED INSIGHT

"We all procrastinate from time to time. Procrastination occurs when we avoid tasks. There are a number of reasons why someone may procrastinate. We may avoid tasks that we find unpleasant. We may also procrastinate tasks that we don’t feel confident we can do adequately. Or we simply may avoid tasks by consistently prioritizing other things that need to be done above them. Even if we perform other work-related tasks instead of the ones we dislike, we are guilty of procrastination. Unfortunately, procrastination will hinder our long-term success. With the proper skills, you can overcome procrastination." - Global Divisions Training Material

Mark Twain has a saying that applies to procrastination:

"If the first thing you do each morning is to eat a live frog, you can go through the day with the satisfaction of knowing that that is probably the worst thing that is going to happen to you all day long!"

Brian Tracy named his course on time management “Eat that Frog” because of this saying. The frog is anything that you do not want to do. You should complete your dreaded tasks first. Getting them out of the way will provide you with a sense of accomplishment and keep you from procrastinating. Always begin with the task that is the hardest and most significant, and you will be less tempted to procrastinate on other activities.

  • When you dislike a particular task, it is easy to procrastinate. Whether you spend time checking email or looking at Instagram, you are procrastinating. You need to do more than identify when you procrastinate. You need to discover why.
  • Discover your obstacles: What do you choose over your tasks?
  • Discover ways to remove obstacles: Ask for support, and take action. For example, you could turn off the Internet and your phone.
  • Reward yourself: Make the task fun, and use small rewards as an incentive.

Dianne Murril's leadership at Upward Mobility International LLC 

A Place of Healing and Hope

DELNISIO MURRIL

"The team under Dianne's guidance at Upward Mobility International LLC is fantastic! They deliver high-quality blog posts 

D. MICHELLE

Supporting Your Journey to Wholeness Under Her Leadership

Renew. Restore. Rise

UMI LLC