Natsuyo Lipschutz
CSP, MBA
NY, USThe first and only Japanese to receive the CSPⓇ designation in NSA’s history, Natsuyo works with global leaders and their diverse teams to communicate effectively beyond cultural differences globally and locally.
Natsuyo Nobumoto Lipschutz, CSP, MBA
Cultural Diversity and Cross-Cultural Communication Strategist
Natsuyo Lipschutz is a Japanese-English bilingual keynote speaker and facilitator, and she works with global organizations that want to improve cultural diversity and have their leaders present, facilitate, and communicate effectively beyond differences.
TEDx speaker, 5-time Toastmasters international speech contest champion, US-Japan business strategy consultant, World Class SpeakingⓇ public speaking coach, and the first Japanese to receive the prestigious CSPⓇ designation from the National Speakers Association, Natsuyo Lipschutz shares compelling stories behind her cross-cultural communication strategies in her signature keynote.
Natsuyo is also the bestselling author of The Success Blueprint, which she co‐wrote with world‐renowned business speaker, Brian Tracy. She is also the author of 20Ji Ni Sogiotose (“Say It in 20 Words”) in Japanese, Korean, and Chinese, as well as Story Ni Otoshikome (“Motivate with Your Own Story”) in Japanese. 20Ji Ni Sogiotose was awarded “the top 10 business books of the year” in 2021. Her book in English, Uncover Your Message: The 3-Step Process for Presenting Your Ideas Effectively and Persuasively, Globally and Locally was published in the summer of 2024.
Natsuyo began her career at a top Japanese trading company, ITOCHU International in New York. Natsuyo then received her MBA from New York University and held a management consultant position at McKinsey & Company. Today, Natsuyo is the managing principal of her strategy consulting firm, ASPIRE Intelligence, as well as an executive consultant for Breakthrough Speaking, a global public speaking consultancy.
She also served as the first Asian board director at the National Speakers Association New York City chapter from 2021 to 2024, and a recipient of the 2023 NSANYC Member of the Year award. In 2024, she became the first Japanese to receive the Certified Speaking Professional (CSP®) designation from the National Speakers Association. She currently serves as a board member of the CSP Committee at the National speakers Association.
Outside work, Natsuyo is a competitive ballroom Latin dance national finalist, a proud mother of a pre-teen daughter who’s a model and competitive figure skater, and a breast cancer survivor.
Natsuyo Nobumoto Lipschutz, CSP, MBA
Cultural Diversity and Cross-Cultural Communication Strategist
Natsuyo Lipschutz is a Japanese-English bilingual keynote speaker and facilitator, and she works with global organizations that want to improve cultural diversity and have their leaders present, facilitate, and communicate effectively beyond differences.
TEDx speaker, 5-time Toastmasters international speech contest champion, US-Japan business strategy consultant, World Class SpeakingⓇ public speaking coach, and the first Japanese to receive the prestigious CSPⓇ designation from the National Speakers Association, Natsuyo Lipschutz shares compelling stories behind her cross-cultural communication strategies in her signature keynote.
Natsuyo is also the bestselling author of The Success Blueprint, which she co‐wrote with world‐renowned business speaker, Brian Tracy. She is also the author of 20Ji Ni Sogiotose (“Say It in 20 Words”) in Japanese, Korean, and Chinese, as well as Story Ni Otoshikome (“Motivate with Your Own Story”) in Japanese. 20Ji Ni Sogiotose was awarded “the top 10 business books of the year” in 2021. Her book in English, Uncover Your Message: The 3-Step Process for Presenting Your Ideas Effectively and Persuasively, Globally and Locally was published in the summer of 2024.
Natsuyo began her career at a top Japanese trading company, ITOCHU International in New York. Natsuyo then received her MBA from New York University and held a management consultant position at McKinsey & Company. Today, Natsuyo is the managing principal of her strategy consulting firm, ASPIRE Intelligence, as well as an executive consultant for Breakthrough Speaking, a global public speaking consultancy.
She also served as the first Asian board director at the National Speakers Association New York City chapter from 2021 to 2024, and a recipient of the 2023 NSANYC Member of the Year award. In 2024, she became the first Japanese to receive the Certified Speaking Professional (CSP®) designation from the National Speakers Association. She currently serves as a board member of the CSP Committee at the National speakers Association.
Outside work, Natsuyo is a competitive ballroom Latin dance national finalist, a proud mother of a pre-teen daughter who’s a model and competitive figure skater, and a breast cancer survivor.
The Culture of One ~ Transforming Cross-Cultural Barriers into High-Performance Drivers
In today’s globalized world, cross-cultural misunderstandings are more than just minor setbacks—they can disrupt productivity, derail collaboration, and erode trust. Gallup's recent research shows that poor cross-cultural communication costs companies $8.9 trillion globally each year.
While conventional wisdom suggests that mastering cultural norms is key, it often falls short because our "common sense" isn't so "common" in a culturally diverse environment. Our "common...
The 6C’s of Strategic Storytelling™ in Global Business ~ How to become more influential and powerfully persuasive ~
Now more than ever in an increasingly competitive market, your customers want to buy from brands they can relate to. Before you sell anything, you need your audience to connect with you. They need to understand your WHY. Yet few leaders know how to articulate their WHY.
The WHY is your story, your reason for being and WHY anyone should even care. Just sharing case studies or data packed presentations doesn't entice your audience to connect with you on a more personal...
Leadership Lessons Learned in Ballroom ~ Keys to transform a good team to a high performing team
In today's global business environment, the success of a diverse team depends upon each and every member being able to shine. You couldn't just present your idea fully formed and insist that others comply.
In a group, its outcome is the total sum of each member's efforts. In a team, however, its outcome is multiplied. They leverage each other's efforts and talents, and create dynamic synergy.
As a leader of a diverse team, how can you facilitate such synergy and maximize the...
The ultimate conversation with yourself ~Two Little Words that saved a breast cancer survivor
In February 2017, Natsuyo was diagnosed with breast cancer. In between multiple surgeries, she continued to compete in Toastmasters International speech contest, and became the New York state finalist of public speaking. During her battle, she found her life mission as a professional speaker.
In this talk, Natsuyo shares her very personal experience in how our anxieties can limit us in ways we don't notice until others can shed light. The "Two Little Words" she learned in the most...
″世界標準のビジネスプレゼン″白熱講座 ～米国認定プロスピーカー直伝。相手を動かす伝え方と戦略的思考法～
全米スピーチコンテストでNY区5連覇を成し遂げ、TEDxの登壇経験ある信元講師が再び来日！
マッキンゼーを経験し、戦略コンサルタントとして磨かれたロジカルシンキングと、
日本人唯一の米国認定プロスピーカーとしてたたき上げたストーリー術を掛け合わせた、
独自のメソッドをもとに、セールス&マーケティング戦略の設計にも役立つ、
『ビジネスに特化した』ロジカルプレゼン講座をお届けします！
- 「プレゼンや講演などの機会があるが、説得力あるストーリーの設計に悩んでいる」
- 「商談相手を納得させる、プレゼン技術を学びたい」
- 「顧客の行動喚起を促すコンテンツ・メッセージの立案に悩んでいる」
- 「外部のプレゼン研修に参加しているが、ビジネスにつながる有益なヒントが得られていない」・・・
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Everyday Effectiveness
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G.B., Owner & Consultant, Everyday Effectiveness
Verified @everydayeffectiveness.comNatsuyo is one of the most engaging and dynamic presenters I have had the pleasure watch. The information she provides is extremely useful and highly relevant. But more importantly, it is delivered in a manner that makes it so completely relate-able. Cross-cultural communication affects us all, and Natsuyo is the person to help you navigate the path.
Scott Mason, LLC
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S.M., President, Scott Mason, LLC
Verified @myfreedomrocks.comI first saw Natsuyo give a speech over 4 years ago -- and immediately became a lifelong fan. She was that impactful. Since then, I have seen her present multiple times in a variety of formats, and had her guest in a podcast I hosted. In each case, time and time again, she delivers a message that is unique, personal yet universal, and impossible to ignore. Her speaking style and delivery embodies both grace and energy, while consistently integrating vivid storytelling into crystal-clear messaging and humor -- taking the audience on an emotional journey while being informative at the same time. As a side note: she also exhibits professionalism in her every interaction; she has talent without behind-the-scenes drama or ego. I cannot recommend Natsuyo highly enough as a speaker, and urge anyone reading this hire her immediately. And PLEASE -- make sure I get a ticket to see her, too!
Milbon USA
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S.T., Creative and Education Development Specialist, Milbon USA
Verified @gmail.comNatsuyo is a talented and intelligent facilitator. Her workshop helped me and my team find direction and purpose. Her strategies are practical and helpful for professionals in any industry. I've even started using them in my personal life to gain some order in the chaos! I highly recommend Natsuyo.
Global Chamber
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D.B., President, Global Chamber
Verified @globalchamber.orgMoving people through public speaking is SO difficult, and only a small fraction of leaders can do it. Then when you add in cross-cultural complexity, how many do you really know? One of those is Natsuyo Lipschutz, who makes it all look easy. More importantly for those of us speaking to employees, partners and outside groups, Natsuyo knows how to teach it, too. Visit her website and get the information you need to speak, speak well, and have an impact. Make your life a little easier. Highly recommended.
Asia Business Group, Inc.
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K.C., President, Asia Business Group, Inc.
Verified @pacifictangogroup.comIn Japanese or English, Natsuyo is the consummate public speaker. To say that she practices what she preaches is a given, but on top of that there are simply some things which can only come from years of practice and personal discipline. Natsuyo has that and more. Natsuyo is a born storyteller, able to craft just the right vehicle into which she weaves a message further amplified by the tale she tells. By the end of the talk you’re fully invested in the topic and you become so engaged that you have no choice but to continue travelling down that road on your own. By marrying emotion and logic Natsuyo is able to transport her listeners where she wants them to go. That is a gift. I had the incredible good fortune of being coached by Natsuyo when I was preparing to give a keynote address in Japanese. Not only did she help me craft the message, she coached me through its delivery, and despite my many misgivings about exposing my Japanese to the world, she eased my anxiety and ultimately enabled my success. Whether looking for a speaker or looking for help in speaking, Natsuyo is far and away your best choice. Kevin Crowell President, Asia Business Group, Inc.
Kenmore Appliances
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M.S., Director of Industrial Design, Kenmore Appliances
https://youtu.be/5Gw3TnxINQU
The Townsend Group
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J.T., President, The Townsend Group
Verified @frontiernet.netWatch testimonials by Jay Townsend here: https://youtu.be/yJO6O7GeYl8
Stafford & Company
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J.S., President, Stafford & Company
Verified @jeannemstafford.comVideo testimonials by Jeanne Stafford : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wvJHYj5ueK8
EXO ChargSaubert Design Studiose
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M.S., Principal desiner, EXO ChargSaubert Design Studiose
Video testimonial by Mike Saubert https://youtu.be/5Gw3TnxINQU
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