Lisa Braithwaite
M.A.
CA, USLisa Braithwaite, M.A. is on a mission to help purpose-driven business and nonprofit leaders build visibility, credibility, and awareness for their work through engaging presentations.
Her background as an advocate and trainer in the nonprofit sector and her degrees in theater and education have influenced her upbeat and accessible approach to public speaking training. In 2017, she published her book, "Presenting for Humans: Insights for Speakers on Ditching Perfection and Creating Connection."
She's been hired by companies as diverse as Microsoft, The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation, Massachusetts Association of Realtors®, and AgWest Commodities for her unique approach to presentation skills training.
She's been interviewed for her public speaking perspective and expertise in the Wall Street Journal, Los Angeles Times, Chicago Tribune, Men's Health, Toastmaster Magazine, Inc.com, and on numerous podcasts.
She's a member of the National Speakers Association and a Certified Virtual Presenter of Excellence. Residing in Ojai, California with her husband Rudy, she's mom to two rescue kitties, Ernie and Benjamin, who are Instagram celebrities.
Lisa models authentic, aligned, collaborative, and FUN presentations using relevant, practical, and useful content that activates the audience's emotional engagement and moves them into action.
Lisa Braithwaite, M.A. is on a mission to help purpose-driven business and nonprofit leaders build visibility, credibility, and awareness for their work through engaging presentations.
Her background as an advocate and trainer in the nonprofit sector and her degrees in theater and education have influenced her upbeat and accessible approach to public speaking training. In 2017, she published her book, "Presenting for Humans: Insights for Speakers on Ditching Perfection and Creating Connection."
She's been hired by companies as diverse as Microsoft, The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation, Massachusetts Association of Realtors®, and AgWest Commodities for her unique approach to presentation skills training.
She's been interviewed for her public speaking perspective and expertise in the Wall Street Journal, Los Angeles Times, Chicago Tribune, Men's Health, Toastmaster Magazine, Inc.com, and on numerous podcasts.
She's a member of the National Speakers Association and a Certified Virtual Presenter of Excellence. Residing in Ojai, California with her husband Rudy, she's mom to two rescue kitties, Ernie and Benjamin, who are Instagram celebrities.
Lisa models authentic, aligned, collaborative, and FUN presentations using relevant, practical, and useful content that activates the audience's emotional engagement and moves them into action.
Virtual Presentation
I can present any of my programs virtually; in fact, I've been teaching and training remotely since 2012! I'm also a Certified Virtual Presenter of Excellence: https://www.teampegine.com/power-women-certified-virtual-presenter-excellence.
Go Virtual: Take Your Presentation From Stage to Screen
You already have the content. You already deliver live presentations. You know your stuff.
But virtual presenting is not the same as being in the same room as your audience.
How do you teach, engage and interact with an audience you can't see, can't hear, and can't read?
It's not as hard as you think!
One thing we can all agree on: meetings and conferences shifted practically overnight.
- How adaptable are you?
- Are you able to deliver your...
Micro-Presentations: Tighten Your Talk for Maximum Impact
Are you finding your speaking slots shrinking from 60 minutes... to 30 minutes... to 5 minutes?
Are you struggling to fit your content and engagement into smaller and smaller containers?
If so... you can breathe a sigh of relief. My new public speaking class has got you covered!
If you're used to winging it, preparing at the last minute, or going over your...
Speak to Engage: Audience-Centered Presenting (for nonprofits)
In this workshop, public speaking trainer and coach Lisa Braithwaite will demystify the art of...
Speak to Engage: Audience-Centered Presenting (corporate/conference)
Attendees will walk away with skills and confidence to use your own stories and experiences to present a compelling vision and message, all while reducing your...
Networking Works: Build Relationships to Build Your Business
I can present any of my programs virtually. Networking is a critical tool for building business, yet many business owners and professionals don't represent themselves or their businesses effectively.
This workshop covers:
- Preparation
- Elevator speeches (the good, the bad, the ugly!)
- Standing out in the crowd
- Working the room
- Dealing with anxiety
- Following up
- Speed networking!
By the end of...
