As a seasoned communications training expert, I specialize in high-stakes speaker coaching and presentation strategy, serving as a trusted advisor to C-suite executives and senior leaders worldwide. My focus is on turning every presentation into a powerful catalyst for monumental business outcomes.With a unique proficiency in assisting non-native English speakers, I've developed an inclusive approach to clear communication, drawing on extensive training in phonetics and linguistics. My popular LinkedIn Learning course, "Public Speaking for Non-Native English Speakers," was recognized among LinkedIn Learning's Most In-Demand Skills of 2023. LInks to two of my courses below.Before establishing the Strictly Speaking Group, I shaped future leaders as a tenured professor and Vice Provost at the University of San Francisco, and contributed to Yale University's academic community as the Dean of Trumbull College. I hold a doctorate in Dramaturgy and Dramatic Criticism from Yale, with additional master's degrees in Acting and English. My research on language and culture has been published by Cambridge University Press, Gallaudet University, and Palgrave.I'm proud to have co-created an award-winning national curriculum addressing crucial issues like alcohol/drug abuse and sexual violence prevention, impacting over a million students across 2,000 universities. Additionally, I've partnered with organizations like Futures Without Violence and the Avon Foundation to champion safer communities.Let's connect! Whether you’re looking to enhance your team’s communication skills or require expert guidance on your next high-stakes presentation, I'm here to help. Explore my courses on LinkedIn Learning or reach out directly to discuss how we can achieve your communication goals together.