In addition to her work as an executive and presentation skills coach, Connie is a sought-after professional speaker for organizations across the corporate, educational, and nonprofit sectors. She brings a depth of experience gained from working closely with C-level executives and Board members, translating real-world leadership challenges into insights that resonate with diverse audiences. Her speaking style is engaging, practical, and grounded in the realities of leadership at the highest levels.

Connie’s presentations focus on strengthening how leaders think, communicate, and show up—especially in moments that require clarity, confidence, and sound judgment. Drawing on her extensive coaching background, she demystifies complex leadership and communication concepts and makes them accessible. Her core belief is simple and empowering: “If one brain can learn a skill, another brain can learn it too.” This mindset encourages audiences to see growth and skill-building as both attainable and actionable.

Common speaking topics include:

• Leadership and executive presence

• Clear, credible communication that builds trust

• Resilience and adaptability in demanding environment

• Influencing others through clarity and intention

• Skill-building for leaders at all levels

• Communication practices that support strategic action

• Women’s Leadership

Connie has spoken at the following events:

• Woodruff-Sawyer - Led and facilitated multiple courses and was a keynote speaker for the Employee Benefits, Construction, and Private Equity Client Practices.

• OneDigital - Led and facilitated a 10-month Leadership Program for the NorCal Employee Benefits.

• Sapientia Law Firm - Led and facilitated a Communications class for the lawyers at the firm.

• MEDA (Metropolitan Economic Development Association) - Part of the Dream Team (4 years running), as a Presentation Skills coach, for the MEDA Million Dollar Challenge.

• PACE Analytics - Guest speaker virtually, on a monthly basis, for Women on PACE.

• INFRA - Facilitated a half day Communications Class for management.

• NYU - She has repeatedly been invited to be a virtual guest speaker on: “The Value of a Powerful Introduction”

• Twin Cities Women’s Leadership Summit - Guest speaker at this event in Minneapolis.

• Other speaking engagements include: General Mills, Excel Energy, the WBDC and more.

Whether speaking to senior leaders, teams, students, or nonprofit audiences, Connie’s goal remains consistent: to deliver communication that connects, inspires confidence, and leads to meaningful action. Each engagement is tailored to the audience and purpose, ensuring participants leave with insights they can apply immediately—and a renewed understanding of how effective communication drives lasting impact.

To inquire about booking Connie for a speaking engagement or event, please contact her at (phone) or (email) to discuss your audience, objectives, and date(s).

To see the introduction she made in a presentation on Worthiness, and how it impacts leadership, see below: