Diana Elder
Accredited Genealogist, Author, Speaker, Educator on DNA and Genealogy Topics
Family Locket Genealogists
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United States
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- DNA
- Family History Research
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Diana Elder AGⓇ, AGLTM is a professional genealogist accredited in the Gulf South region of the United States and serves as a Commissioner for The International Commission for the Accreditation of Professional Genealogists (ICAPGen). Diana authored Research Like a Pro: A Genealogist’s Guide and co-authored the companion volume, Research Like a Pro with DNA: A Genealogist’s Guide to Finding and Confirming Ancestors with DNA Evidence. She created the study group and eCourse that teach the Research Like a Pro process through videos and learning modules. Diana and her daughter, Nicole, share research tips on their website, Family Locket (https://familylocket.com/), and host the Research Like a Pro Genealogy Podcast.
Diana regularly teaches at genealogy conferences such as RootsTech and the National Genealogy Society Conference. She also presents webinars and seminars to local genealogy societies across the United States.
Geographic Specialities
Southern United States: Alabama, Georgia, Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Florida, Arkansas, Missouri, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina
Southern United States: Alabama, Georgia, Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Florida, Arkansas, Missouri, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina
Testimonials
What a fantastic outcome! After researching by ourselves we had truly hit a brick wall. We knew what our questions were but didn t know how to pursue them further. Working with Diana was a blessing. She confirmed some of our speculations about family and answered some big questions. It is such a relief to have these family mysteries solved. I have confidence we can put these questions to rest because Diana did such a thorough job and documented everything meticulously. We appreciate the ease in working with Diana; clear communications, empathetic attitude and generous availability. We will work with her again on further family mysteries. We highly recommend her services! Thanks Diana!" (Kathleen Shaffer April 2019)
I have consulted with other professional genealogists and have had disappointing results in terms of responsiveness and work ethic. Diana is a breath of fresh air she consulted with us thoroughly to gain a complete understanding of what was needed, where we have already researched, and ensure we had a clear understanding of where she would focus. She has been responsive to our requests and provided a clear, complete, report of her work on time, as agreed. We couldn't be happier with her approach, professionalism, knowledge, and attitude toward our project. We will continue to consult with her and recommend her to all." (Mike Stout February 2019) "After more than 10 years of genealogy research I wanted to write up my immigrant ancestors as names and dates on a tree don't tell the story. Diana reviewed my research (found a big mistake) and then wrote moving biographical sketches for my family to read. She struck the right note of accepted genealogy standards in writing in the telling of moving events in their lives. My immigrant ancestors deserve the Diana treatment! Thank you so much." (Mary Beth Mueller February 2019)
"I attended a few of Diana's classes at Roots Tech over the last few years and signed up for her newsletter. I learned something helpful every time I read a newsletter, listened to a podcast or studied something on her website. I also started using her book, Research Like a Pro. Each time I applied her advice I felt that I made some progress however I was feeling very overwhelmed about how to tackle the 39 boxes of family history papers and projects I have accumulated over the years. I scheduled a consultation with her and she has given me hope! She helped me work out a map of practical steps I can take to actually make progress. She not only gave me family history guidance that is helping me manage my mountain of family history boxes but I feel that the things I m learning from her are transferring to other areas of my life and helping me improve in many ways. Diana is very professional, uses technology to accelerate progress and most of all she is a very gifted teacher!" (Lynnette Peters November 2018)
What a fantastic outcome! After researching by ourselves we had truly hit a brick wall. We knew what our questions were but didn t know how to pursue them further. Working with Diana was a blessing. She confirmed some of our speculations about family and answered some big questions. It is such a relief to have these family mysteries solved. I have confidence we can put these questions to rest because Diana did such a thorough job and documented everything meticulously. We appreciate the ease in working with Diana; clear communications, empathetic attitude and generous availability. We will work with her again on further family mysteries. We highly recommend her services! Thanks Diana!" (Kathleen Shaffer April 2019)
I have consulted with other professional genealogists and have had disappointing results in terms of responsiveness and work ethic. Diana is a breath of fresh air she consulted with us thoroughly to gain a complete understanding of what was needed, where we have already researched, and ensure we had a clear understanding of where she would focus. She has been responsive to our requests and provided a clear, complete, report of her work on time, as agreed. We couldn't be happier with her approach, professionalism, knowledge, and attitude toward our project. We will continue to consult with her and recommend her to all." (Mike Stout February 2019) "After more than 10 years of genealogy research I wanted to write up my immigrant ancestors as names and dates on a tree don't tell the story. Diana reviewed my research (found a big mistake) and then wrote moving biographical sketches for my family to read. She struck the right note of accepted genealogy standards in writing in the telling of moving events in their lives. My immigrant ancestors deserve the Diana treatment! Thank you so much." (Mary Beth Mueller February 2019)
"I attended a few of Diana's classes at Roots Tech over the last few years and signed up for her newsletter. I learned something helpful every time I read a newsletter, listened to a podcast or studied something on her website. I also started using her book, Research Like a Pro. Each time I applied her advice I felt that I made some progress however I was feeling very overwhelmed about how to tackle the 39 boxes of family history papers and projects I have accumulated over the years. I scheduled a consultation with her and she has given me hope! She helped me work out a map of practical steps I can take to actually make progress. She not only gave me family history guidance that is helping me manage my mountain of family history boxes but I feel that the things I m learning from her are transferring to other areas of my life and helping me improve in many ways. Diana is very professional, uses technology to accelerate progress and most of all she is a very gifted teacher!" (Lynnette Peters November 2018)
Additional specialities or search keywords
Southern U.S. Research, DNA
Southern U.S. Research, DNA
Publications/Media
Research Like A Pro: A Genealogist's Guide
Research Like a Pro with DNA: A Genealogist’s Guide to Finding and Confirming Ancestors with DNA Evidence
Research Like A Pro: A Genealogist's Guide
Research Like a Pro with DNA: A Genealogist’s Guide to Finding and Confirming Ancestors with DNA Evidence
Lectures
Diana lectures on various topics, including Accreditation, organization, location research, the research process, record types, and research methodology. See FamilyLocket.com/speaking/ for a list of topics.
Diana lectures on various topics, including Accreditation, organization, location research, the research process, record types, and research methodology. See FamilyLocket.com/speaking/ for a list of topics.
Repositories
BYU Family History Library,Family History Library - Salt Lake City,Utah State Archives, Salt Lake City, UT
BYU Family History Library,Family History Library - Salt Lake City,Utah State Archives, Salt Lake City, UT
Research Time Periods
- 20th Century
- 19th Century
- 18th Century
Honorifics/Credentials
AGⓇ, AGLTM
AGⓇ, AGLTM
Affiliations
National Genealogical Society, Utah Genealogical Society The International Commission for the Accreditation of Professional Genealogists, Association of Professional Genealogists
National Genealogical Society, Utah Genealogical Society The International Commission for the Accreditation of Professional Genealogists, Association of Professional Genealogists
Degrees
Bachelor of Science (Elementary Education)
Bachelor of Science (Elementary Education)