“For your next presentation, put yourself into the hands of Public Speaking International. You’ll learn how to become a master communicator.”
John Baldoni, author of Great Communication Secrets of Great Leaders
"Speak at Your Best!™ is a remarkable workshop. Your passion, insights and your very effective way to challenge each one of us on our global marketing team to give his/her best has been fantastic. The positive effect of the workshop has been immediate and very visible, as we all see examples of it every day."
Dr. Dirk Mortiz, VP Global Strategic Marketing, Shire Human Genetic Therapies
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"I've never met a person who knows more about all the nuances of being an effective and influential public speaker. I thought I knew everything, but Dr. Genard has provided advice that will help me be better prepared and able to deliver greater impact as a speaker."
Greg Linnemanstons, Principal, Weidert Group
“The contemporary world depends upon global communications, and being able to deliver confident and authentic messages to our clients and shareholders is key to our success. Dr. Gary Genard’s Leadership Communication seminar helped UDC’s leadership team add to their expertise in public speaking and media appearances for global audiences. This knowledge will help us retain the invaluable trust of our clients, and reach out to all our investors around the globe with clarity and dependability.”
Elie Jubran, Director of Marketing and Communications
United Development Company, Doha, Qatar
“Your Speak at Your Best!™seminar was the best program I’ve ever attended for public speaking training. Dr. Gary Genard is not only a communication expert but a thoroughly entertaining speaker himself. I highly recommend Public Speaking International’s workshops for professionals everywhere.”
Robert C. Margeas, Dental Team Concepts
“I’ve been in the management field 30 years. I learned things in your Leadership and Media Training workshop that no one else covered. The techniques you presented were easy to grasp, practical, and clearly work.”
Rick Alampi, Executive Director, American Association of Feline Practitioners
“You are such a unique instructor and coach, and it was so easy to receive feedback from you in the Executive Speech Coaching workshop. I now find myself volunteering for presentations, and my anxiety level has come down a notch also. I’m now comfortable in front of an audience. Thank you for a rewarding and memorable experience!”
Maureen Flaherty, Human Resources Manager, Bose Corporation
"I had the great fortune to attend an executive speech course with Dr. Genard. I have worked with speech coaches in the past, but this training was much more helpful. Dr. Genard identified each lecturer's strengths and weaknesses, and within just 20 minutes helped us to be more dynamic speakers. I encourage anyone to contact and work with Dr. Genard."
Dr. Ilona Rodan, Cat Care Clinic, Board Member AAFP
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“As a communicator to global audiences, I have found Dr. Genard’s Executive Speech Coaching invaluable in achieving clarity and power. From speeches to meetings to conference calls, he’s helped me improve my communication skills and reduce my frustrations.”
Xiaowen Heurteux, CFO Global Operations, Citi Global Wealth Management
“Dr. Gary Genard’s Fearless Speaking™ program is remarkable. His patient guidance was exactly the right approach for overcoming my public speaking fears. I gained a strong sense of empowerment that has enabled me to become a more effective and dynamic public speaker.”
Stephen Brantley, Pastor, Lifeworx Christian Center
"Your book How to Give a Speech is a really nice balance of information, humor, tips, and personality. I'm now far more comfortable and confident in client pitches. I even wrote down the most helpful tips and stuck them on the wall next to my desk!"
Meg Hoppe, Creative Director/Principal, The Weidert Group
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“I’ve seen improvement in my confidence and abilities in front of a T.V. camera—after just one day’s Media Training with you. As a political debate coach and media trainer, you have no equal!”
Jack Ryan, 2004 U.S. Senate Nominee (Illinois)
“Public Speaking International’s Women Voices of Leadership™ was terrific in helping me improve my speaking for leadership. Dr. Gary Genard is a great resource for women professionals who want to learn how to communicate dynamically and powerfully.”
Donna Berman, Sales Engineer, E-docs, Inc.
“As the CEO of our company, I needed to speak at my very best for the corporate video we were shooting to attract investors. You got me right where I needed to be. I was amazed at how quickly you improved my on-camera performance and showed me how to make the script come alive. Your acting background is obviously the key to your success as a speech coach for film and video. Thank you for helping to make Black Diamond’s DVD a great success!”
Susan E. Rice, Founder and President, Black Diamond French Truffles, Inc.
“Your services were stellar. Your Media Training instruction and insights were the sharpest I’ve seen in 20+ years in business. I will recommend you without reservation.”
Kathy Roa, Media & Public Relations, U.S. Army
“I would like to thank you for everything you have done for my keynote speaking career. Recently, people I care about have commented favorably on my speaking capability, and I said to myself, ‘That’s because of Gary.’ So thank you, Gary, and all the best.”
Mark Sickles, President and CEO
National Association of Corporate Directors, New Jersey
“Thank you for an extraordinary presentation, Developing Your Natural Talents as a Communicator. What a magnificent speaker and coach you are. The scope of clients you work with is amazing and your stories are riveting. Please write a book!”
Denise Pappas, Winchester Lecture Series
“Public Speaking International conducted a two-day Public Speaking and Presentation Training for 11 of our vice presidents in executive presentation skills for internal and external customers. The departments represented included Manufacturing, Distribution, Marketing, Quality Systems, Technology Integration, Customer Management, and Compensation/Benefits. The seminar was a great success, and we’re already implementing many of the techniques that Dr. Genard introduced in the workshop.”
Heidi Friedman, Corporate Human Resources
Fresenius Medical Care North America
“Your two-day Media Training seminar, and especially your Media Interview Handbook™, are both excellent. I think your acting background is an asset and public speaking skills transcend specific fields. I appreciated the care and information that you brought to share with us. Thank you.”
Public Affairs Officer, U.S. State Department
“Gary Genard delivered a keynote address and a two-day Customer Communications workshop at Atrenta's offices in New Delhi, India. The interactive approach of the workshop made it unique and fun as well as highly educational. We've heard from many of our employees that the software engineers showed marked improvement in their communication skills over the course of the three days. Dr. Genard's workshop was so successful, in fact, we've made it an integral part of our Customer Fellows training program.”
Margaret Albrecht, Director of Customer Satisfaction, Atrenta, Inc.
“Gary Genard’s workshop, Wake Up and Engage Your Audience! 10 Ways to Be a Dynamic Speaker or Presenter, was quite a hit with our Senior Leadership Team. The theater-based activities were fun and productive. We appreciated Dr. Genard’s message, and I consider the offsite training to be time well spent.”
Curt Henninger, Senior VP & General Manager, Comcast
“Your Public Speaking and Media Training course for our Foreign Ministry officers was wonderful—full of joy. It was a great experience for our diplomats to learn how to influence audiences through our speeches and media appearances.”
Consular Legal Affairs Officer, Armenian Ministry of Foreign Affairs
“Public Speaking International successfully guided us through creating the modular speeches we needed for industry conferences. They were especially good at helping us understand the critical process of defining our strategic objectives. Their unique approach covering both speechwriting and dynamic delivery skills is invaluable!”
William K. Woodard, Principal, Vital Data Management, Inc.
“My entire staff communicates more effectively with your help. After working with you as my practice’s communications coach, I’ve experienced a 20% increase in acceptances of major treatment plans, and a 100% increase in comfort and confidence in my case presentations.”
Helaine Smith D.M.D. Cosmetic Dentistry, West Roxbury, MA
“Your workshop, How to Create Winning Presentations, was a winner itself! Many of our employees called it the best skill session we’ve ever had.”
Pam Hoey, Human Resources Manager, Product Genesis
“We were very impressed by the material (in the two-day seminar Speak for Success: How to Deliver Dynamic Presentations) and the way it was presented. You put participants at ease, and instilled confidence in their abilities in presentation skills. You were prepared and professional. Highly recommended!”
Susan Ingleby, Ph.D., Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy
“Your talk on Speaking to Be Heard: Presentations That Get Results set a new record for attendance with our consultants’ network. Thanks for a great presentation!”
Tom Vaughan, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
“You were just what I needed in court during the trial. You gave me the feedback that kept me thinking positively about my case presentation. It was a pleasure to have you as part of our legal team.”
Theodore A. Barone, Esq., Barone Law Offices
“Public Speaking International trained two groups of our employees in ESL communication skills. The employees were native speakers of strongish, Chinese, Vietnamese, and Portuguese. In both courses, we were delighted with the results. Dr. Genard customized the trainings and made all of the instruction relevant to our business.”
Paul Drover, Administrative Services Supervisor
Plymouth Rock Assurance Corporation
Additional Services: Public Speaking and Presentation Training, Executive Speech Coaching, Voice and Speech Improvement for Business, Media Training, Women Voices of Leadership, Political and Diplomatic Communication, Presentations on Fire, and Conquering Fear of Public Speaking