STAR In Focus – Podcast Archive
Welcome to the STAR In Focus podcast, where we are building a bridge to the future of court reporting! Listen and learn from industry leaders about valuable and relevant industry topics, including where the industry is headed and why inclusion of all methods of reporting is key to building a strong and sustainable industry.
GUEST – Danielle Parker, CVR-CM, CCR
Danielle has worked in the legal field since 2009, beginning her career at a district court where she served for six years. After a brief hiatus, she relocated to Georgia and returned to the legal profession with renewed dedication. In 2021, she earned her Certified Verbatim Reporter (CVR) designation, followed by her Certificate of Merit (CM) in 2022.
Danielle is the CEO of ArdorECR Services, a court reporting firm she co-founded in 2020 alongside her sister and mother. She also serves as the official court reporter for the Chief Judge of the Fulton County Superior Court.
Driven by a deep passion for the field, Danielle is the program director and lead instructor for Ardor Excelsior Academy, an online voice writing court reporting program. She leverages her certification as a SpeechCat trainer and her extensive industry experience to educate and mentor aspiring voice writers.
Currently, Danielle holds leadership roles as the president of both the Georgia Court Reporters Association and the National Verbatim Reporters Association (NVRA), where she continues to advocate for excellence in the profession.
STAR In Focus- Episode 43
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In this episode, Danielle takes us through her remarkable rise in the court reporting profession, from her earliest days as a digital reporter to becoming a national leader and advocate for the field. She shares the pivotal experiences that shaped her path, her transition into voice reporting, and the work that led her to serve at the highest levels of NVRA and GCRA.
Together, Danielle and Deanna explore the realities of modern court reporting: the evolving methods, the challenges and misconceptions, and the critical role certified professionals play in safeguarding the record. They also look ahead to the future of the profession, discussing training programs, leadership opportunities, and the importance of inspiring and supporting the next generation.
This conversation offers an honest, uplifting look at growth, grit, and the passion behind a career built on accuracy, advocacy, and service.