Professional
Speaking

Elevate Your Leadership Training with Proven Results

As a leadership coach, I understand that effective training goes beyond theory—it’s about delivering actionable results. Research indicates that organizations with robust training programs experience 24% higher profit margins and 218% higher revenue per employee. By engaging an Executive Coach like me for your training needs, you can ensure that your leaders not only gain new skills but also translate them into tangible outcomes.

However, it’s crucial to address a common challenge: up to 70% of training initiatives fail to meet their goals due to outdated methods and passive learning approaches. Don’t let ineffective training impede your professional development and upskilling efforts. My approach focuses on practical, real-world application and avoids buzzwords and vagueness.

With several years of speaking experience, I offer a fresh perspective that is both insightful and actionable. My presentations are known for their practical content, active learning strategies, and relevance. As one attendee put it, “In one hour, I learned more from her than I had learned at multi-day conferences.” I bring real-world stories and practical insights to the table, ensuring that every session is not only informative but also engaging and impactful.

Ready to experience an engaging and insightful presentation, tailored for your audience? When you book a 60-90 minute presentation with Amber, you’ll find them to be impactful for leaders at all levels, aspiring leaders, HR, and talent development professionals. 

A presentation not the right fit? Explore an internal leadership development workshop, designed for forward-thinking organizations committed to fostering growth. These workshops offer a deeper, more personalized experience, emphasizing skill implementation.

Types of Speaking Engagements

All engagements can be held in-person or as virtual webinars.

Facilitated Discussions

Guided conversations led by me to explore specific topics or solve problems.

Great for: professional groups, cross-functional teams, masterminds, industry associations, leadership forums, professional networks, peer advisory groups

Workshops

Interactive sessions designed for active learning and skill development. Focus on practical exercises, group discussions, and actionable takeaways.

Great for: teams or organizations seeking hands-on interactive learning experiences

Presentations

Presentations are more structured talks that can be informative or inspirational. They’re generally less interactive than workshops.

Great for: team meetings, professional associations, conferences, mastermind groups, professional groups

Panels

Leadership subject matter expert willing to be involved in a multiple expert panel discussion

Great for: industry conferences, thought leadership events, or forums

Pre-Prepared Presentations

Course Correction

Avoiding the Pitfalls that
Sabotage Leaders' Success

Great for leaders, aspiring leaders, and HR pros.

Moving Up

Leadership Skills to Cultivate
for Career Advancement

Great for leaders and high-potential aspiring leaders

The Future of Work

Building the
Next Generation of Leaders

Great for leaders, aspiring leaders, and a tailored version for HR pros

Future Proof Your Organization

Succession Planning
for HR Professionals

Great for HR pros.

Maximize Your Career Potential

Avoid Career
Self-Sabotage

Great for ambitious professionals.

Benefits for Clients

Practical, Actionable Insights

Gain concrete strategies and tools that can be immediately applied in the workplace. My focus on real-world application ensures that what you learn translates into tangible results.

Enhanced Leadership Skills

Develop key leadership competencies and refine existing skills to improve effectiveness, drive team performance, and achieve organizational goals.

Customized Solutions

Receive insights tailored to your organization’s specific needs and context. My training adapts to the unique challenges and objectives of your team.

Increased Professional Development

Enhance your skills and knowledge, contributing to personal and professional growth that supports career advancement and organizational success.

Actionable Feedback

Get practical feedback and strategies to overcome obstacles and capitalize on opportunities, helping you make immediate improvements in your leadership approach.

Greater Impact & Results

Apply the skills and insights gained to drive higher performance, improved team dynamics, and greater overall success within your organization.

Organizations Get:

Improved employee retention | Enhanced innovation | Elevated performance | Better decision making | Higher-performing teams

What You Can Expect:

My workshops are as interactive as possible for ultimate learning and engagement. I share relevant, compelling, real-life stories to make my points, and regularly recommend implementation action items. As an executive coach and learning and development professional, I know that knowledge is great, but it’s the action you take that truly counts. That’s why my workshops always contain concrete steps for successful implementation.

Continuing Education Credits

If you are an approved recertification provider, many of my presentations/workshops will count toward SHRM (BASK), HRCI, and ATD (Capability Model) continuing education/recertification credits.

Trusted By

VTHRA SHRM logo
SBA Thrive logo
The Women's Edge logo
Women's Leadership Alliance logo
Penn State Alumni Association Alumni Expert Series
Cumberland Valley SHRM logo

“Thank you, I really enjoyed the discussion! You did a great job of driving discussion with questions. I always admire coaches who can build context so effectively. You are focused and wise. Glad to be connected!”

– Testimonial from C.S., 07/24 event –

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