Paula Marie Usrey, M.S.,C.P.R.C. established Boomer Best U as result of her extensive research, observations, training, and personal experiences. 

In 2018, Paula completed training to become a certified professional retirement coach. She has been a positive aging keynote speaker and has conducted related workshops. She has written several articles  for Sixty & Me, and has been a guest presenter on podcasts and virtual summits related to positive aging.

Prior to establishing Boomer Best U, Paula spent nearly 25 years in the education field including a position as an assessment researcher and national communication assessment trainer, a foundation executive director, and as an associate professor of speech communication.

While still teaching, Paula gave a TEDx presentation, “Your Best Life at Any Age.“  She also gave business and community presentations on intergenerational communication, listening, and related topics.