Alex Swire-Clark

Since 1997, Alex has been providing dynamic tools for improving communication to audiences around the country. As an Emotional Intelligence Expert and host of The Rapport Advantage Podcast, he uses the powerful concepts from his presentation to recruit, build, and lead successful virtual teams all over the US. Prior to running his company, Alex spent eight years as a transformative educator, teaching 6th grade in the public schools of North Carolina. He earned his B.A. in Education from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, having received a full scholarship in the North Carolina Teaching Fellows Program. He has been studying human behavior since 2006. He has worked with companies/organizations such as Make-A-Wish, Vistage International, and Swagelok-SC.

Focus and Approach
Alex thrives on finding commonalities among various cultures as well as respecting differences so that all can work together, using their strengths, to obtain the desired results. He uses assessment tools to provide objective feedback. Alex's energy and enthusiasm are infectious. He helps leaders at all levels improve their professional AND personal lives with insights into emotional intelligence.

Education/ Speaking Credentials
B.A. Education, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, (Alex has the heart of a teacher)
Multiple Certifications in Human Behavior Studies
CEO of a Virtual-Based Medical Billing Company since 2006
Award- Winning Speaker for Vistage International

Areas of expertise
Effective Communication
Leadership Development
Job Matching and Benchmarking
Team Alignment and Development
Conflict Resolution and Problem Solving