
Susan RoAne
Susan RoAne leads a double life as a best-selling author and a sought-after keynote speaker Known as "The Mingling Maven®," she gives her multi-generational audiences the required tools, techniques and strategies they need to connect and communicate in today's global business world. Her practical, informative, and interactive presentations are known for what The San Francisco Chronicle calls her "dynamite sense of humor."
Susan received her Master's Degree from San Francisco State University and her Bachelors from the University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana, where she was honored at "Authors Come Home". She still considers herself one of the Fighting Ilini! A former teacher, Susan now lectures at major universities such as Yale, Wharton, University of Chicago, University of Texas Law School and NYU.
As a keynote speaker, some of the organizations who have hired Susan to bring her message to their people are: AT&T, Apple, Coca-Cola, Time Warner, Office Depot, Boeing, Ernst and Young, Oracle Users Group, Procter and Gamble, KPMG, The National Football League, The United States Air Force, Kraft Foods, and her personal favorite, Hershey Chocolate.
Because of her groundbreaking best-seller, How to Work a Room®, Susan is considered the undisputed and original networking and conversation expert. She has sold over a million books worldwide and has launched an industry that she continues to create and shape in the 21st Century.
TESTIMONIALS
I can't speak highly enough about Susan RoAne's level of professionalism and effectiveness in dealing with large groups in pressure situations. I have seen her take the stage and by her presence and poise, command the attention of more than a hundred Navy admirals, senior executive civilians, and their spouses. Her programs are tailored specifically to the audience and they are filled with practical, tactical tools that can be used on the spot to increase a person's ability to build trust and accelerate the development of mutually beneficial relationships. And, she is a sheer joy to work with. A rare combination that keeps Susan at the top of my personal 'go to' list. - Jeffery Munks, Deputy Executive Learning Officer and Senior Program Manager, U.S. Navy ELO
Susan RoAne is a true professional. When I find someone who makes me look good for hiring her, that's a WIN for me. She is a high energy individual who, in this world of young professionals who tend to be isolated, brings the tools and delivery of how to "work a room" and makes connections with people. We hired her as a keynote last Fall for a group of entrepreneurs who are not the best at networking and personal skills. They learned much from Susan and rated her very high in the evaluations. she is also so easy to work with because she is organized and professional. I would highly recommend her for your business event speaker. I have also booked her to do a personal networking group in June on "Urban Etiquette" and can't wait to hear how she will spin this one! New book out....get it! - Deborah Dobbs, Co-COO at EO San Francisco
Susan RoAne leads a double life as a best-selling author and a sought-after keynote speaker Known as "The Mingling Maven®," she gives her multi-generational audiences the required tools, techniques and strategies they need to connect and communicate in today's global business world. Her practical, informative, and interactive presentations are known for what The San Francisco Chronicle calls her "dynamite sense of humor."
Susan received her Master's Degree from San Francisco State University and her Bachelors from the University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana, where she was honored at "Authors Come Home". She still considers herself one of the Fighting Ilini! A former teacher, Susan now lectures at major universities such as Yale, Wharton, University of Chicago, University of Texas Law School and NYU.
As a keynote speaker, some of the organizations who have hired Susan to bring her message to their people are: AT&T, Apple, Coca-Cola, Time Warner, Office Depot, Boeing, Ernst and Young, Oracle Users Group, Procter and Gamble, KPMG, The National Football League, The United States Air Force, Kraft Foods, and her personal favorite, Hershey Chocolate.
Because of her groundbreaking best-seller, How to Work a Room®, Susan is considered the undisputed and original networking and conversation expert. She has sold over a million books worldwide and has launched an industry that she continues to create and shape in the 21st Century.
TESTIMONIALS
I can't speak highly enough about Susan RoAne's level of professionalism and effectiveness in dealing with large groups in pressure situations. I have seen her take the stage and by her presence and poise, command the attention of more than a hundred Navy admirals, senior executive civilians, and their spouses. Her programs are tailored specifically to the audience and they are filled with practical, tactical tools that can be used on the spot to increase a person's ability to build trust and accelerate the development of mutually beneficial relationships. And, she is a sheer joy to work with. A rare combination that keeps Susan at the top of my personal 'go to' list. - Jeffery Munks, Deputy Executive Learning Officer and Senior Program Manager, U.S. Navy ELO
Susan RoAne is a true professional. When I find someone who makes me look good for hiring her, that's a WIN for me. She is a high energy individual who, in this world of young professionals who tend to be isolated, brings the tools and delivery of how to "work a room" and makes connections with people. We hired her as a keynote last Fall for a group of entrepreneurs who are not the best at networking and personal skills. They learned much from Susan and rated her very high in the evaluations. she is also so easy to work with because she is organized and professional. I would highly recommend her for your business event speaker. I have also booked her to do a personal networking group in June on "Urban Etiquette" and can't wait to hear how she will spin this one! New book out....get it! - Deborah Dobbs, Co-COO at EO San Francisco
How to Work a Room®
"A room full of strangers" is identified as our #1 fear. We often walk into rooms full of people we don't know. And events are sources of potential professional and personal contacts. If we are uncomfortable when attending them, we miss opportunities. Based on the proven techniques from her timeless best-seller, this presentation guarantees that you will never miss an opportunity again.
The Secrets of Savvy Networking
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What Do I Say Next?: "Conversations That Count"
According to research at Harvard Stanford universities, the people who will succeed in this century will be the people who can talk with other people. The ability to converse with ease is a key component of leadership, as well as personal and professional success.
Face To Face: Reclaiming The Personal Touch In a Digital World
Strengthening our interpersonal skills while cultivating our online presence in this constantly connected Internet world is essential for personal and professional success in the global marketplace.
How To Create Your Own Luck: Turning Serendipity into Success
Have you ever heard someone's story and thought that they have all the luck? The good news is that "luck" is available to each and every one of us. Based on the book, this program gives you the tools and techniques to turn random chance into runaway success.
