Speaking Engagements & Workshops
I speak to professionals, nonprofit leaders, and organizations on personal branding, storytelling, and relationship-driven networking.
Each session is practical, interactive, and grounded in real-world experience, helping audiences clarify how they show up, communicate their value with confidence, and build trust through authentic connection.
Whether delivered as a keynote, workshop, or facilitated discussion, these presentations provide clear frameworks and actionable tools participants can apply immediately.

Presentation Topics
Sessions are customized for audience size, format, and goals.
Define or Be Defined: Personal Branding & Professional Presence
This session helps individuals at any stage of their career understand, articulate, and intentionally manage their personal brand, focusing on how they show up, what they are known for, and whether they are trusted to represent their organization or themselves professionally. Participants learn practical frameworks for identifying core brand attributes, aligning actions with messaging, and addressing both positive and negative perceptions. Because personal brands evolve as roles and goals change, this presentation offers lasting value and can be delivered as a standalone session or recurring workshop. The format also naturally supports a networking component, creating space for reflection, peer feedback, and meaningful connection.
Best for: professional services firms, leadership teams, associations, internal training
Storytelling That Makes a Difference
This strategic, practical session helps organizations use authentic storytelling to build trust, strengthen brand loyalty, and drive meaningful engagement. Participants explore why stories outperform data alone, how to identify the most compelling stories already within their organization, and how to share them in ways that resonate with customers, members, and stakeholders. Attendees leave with clear frameworks and actionable tools for integrating real human stories into marketing, communications, and relationship-building efforts without adding unnecessary complexity.
Best for: nonprofits, mission-driven organizations, marketing and communications teams
Mastering Your Elevator Pitch: Networking for Impact
Designed for nonprofit leaders and staff, this engaging, hands-on session focuses on confidently communicating organizational impact while building authentic, lasting relationships. Participants learn how to craft clear, mission-aligned elevator pitches, approach networking as connection rather than solicitation, and follow up in ways that strengthen trust with donors, partners, and advocates. The session provides practical pitch formulas, networking best practices, and follow-up strategies that support sustainable fundraising, partnerships, and long-term growth.
Best for: nonprofit organizations, chambers of commerce, membership-based groups
Interested in a customized presentation for your organization?
Speaking Engagements
Upcoming
3/4 - Storytelling That Makes A Difference/Navigating BridgeUSA Recruitment Amid the Headwinds
Coalition for American Public Diplomacy and Leadership/ BridgeUSA
3/1 0 - Storytelling That Makes A Difference
Greater Silver Spring Chamber of Commerce, Nonprofit Section
5/28 - Personal Branding &
ASAE Marketing, Membership, Communications + Tech Conference (MMC+Tech)
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Mastering Your Elevator Pitch: Networking for Impact - Greater Silver Spring Chamber of Commerce, Nonprofit Section
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Event Tabling Mastery: Maximize Your Impact! - Olney Chamber of Commerce
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Storytelling that Makes a Difference (And Moves Donors!) - Creative Synergy Arts Collective

