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Empower Your Audience to Lead with Confidence, Clarity, and Impact

Keynotes and workshops designed to transform communication into a powerful leadership tool.

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Practical and Results-Oriented

Your audience will leave with tools they can apply immediately.

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Inclusive and Relatable

As a bilingual speaker fluent in English and Spanish, I connect with diverse and international groups.

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Interactive and Transformational

My workshops go beyond inspiration, creating lasting change through hands-on learning.

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Your Partner in Communication and Leadership Excellence

Imagine your audience walking away not just inspired, but equipped with actionable strategies to communicate with authority, connect authentically, and lead effectively. As an Emmy-winning producer, seasoned TV anchor, and trusted coach to executives, attorneys, and entrepreneurs, I deliver keynotes and workshops that transform professional communication into a powerful tool for growth.

With a blend of media expertise, business acumen, and real-world insights, I guide professionals to excel in high-pressure situations, from boardroom presentations to public events. Whether your goal is to amplify executive presence, refine your personal brand, or master the art of storytelling, my programs offer the tools, techniques, and mindset shifts your audience needs to achieve meaningful results.

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Master the Art of Engaging, Authentic Communication

I know what it takes to shine under pressure—because I’ve been there. From live TV broadcasts to running high-visibility projects, I’ve learned how to engage audiences, communicate authentically, and perform when it matters most.

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Tailored Talks and Workshops That Deliver Results

Popular Topics Include:

  • High-Stakes Presentation Preparation: Delivering Under Pressure
    Equip your audience with tools to stay composed, structure clear messages, and present with confidence in even the toughest situations.

  • Crafting Impactful Stories: Developing Personal Narratives That Resonate
    Learn how to share personal stories that build trust, inspire action, and make your message unforgettable.

  • The Art of Resilience: Mindset and Presence for Handling Public Scrutiny
    Build the confidence to face tough questions, public criticism, and high-stakes moments with grace and authority.

  • Building an Authentic Personal Brand as a Thought Leader
    Define your unique value and communicate it effectively to stand out, connect authentically, and grow your influence.

  • Communicating with Confidence in Global Settings
    Embrace your unique voice, overcome biases, and communicate powerfully across cultural and international audiences.

  • On-Camera Confidence: Projecting Authority and Authenticity in Digital Spaces
    Master the skills to look and feel confident on camera, whether leading virtual meetings, creating video content, or handling media interviews.

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What My Clients Say

Laressa is a complete genius at making creating video content easy. My clients always come into my course listing creating video content as one of their goals to get in front of their ideal client but feel so overwhelmed by everything that goes into making a video.  

That's why they absolutely love Laressa's training!  She provides practical advice and easy to follow tips on how to get started creating video content.  She addresses common limiting beliefs most people have about sharing your message on camera and shows how to avoid amateur mistakes that are made when getting started. Creating video content is critical and Laressa's training is the perfect way to get started.

Melanie Lippman
Image Consultant

Laressa is a foremost expert on personal brand development and presentation skills. Regardless of your sector or industry, how you position yourself as a subject matter expert and leader needs to connect to everything in your professional life. Laressa shows you how the personal brand goes beyond what's said and seen. Her sessions align brand with the deeper elements of how purpose and contribution tie to action.

 

Curtis Esquibel
Director of Communications & Community Engagement
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Ready to Transform Your Team’s Communication?

Whether you’re planning a keynote event, a team training, or an executive retreat, my sessions are designed to deliver immediate value and lasting impact.

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