Laura McAlister
M.Ed., PMP
TN, USWhen Laura McAlister speaks, audiences don’t just listen—they transform. Blending DISC, leadership, and improv, she helps teams reduce friction, build trust, and communicate with clarity. From healthcare to government to national sports teams, Laura delivers practical tools that make growth personal, actionable, and lasting.
When event planners book Laura McAlister, they’re not just getting a speaker—they’re securing transformation for their audience. Laura’s sessions are dynamic, practical, and immediately actionable. With over 25 years of leadership, communication, and training experience, Laura equips teams to connect, collaborate, and communicate—with confidence. She blends DISC personality insights, leadership development, and improv-based engagement strategies to help audiences build trust, boost team performance, and reduce miscommunication.
Her interactive, high-energy approach creates measurable change that lasts long after the event ends.
Whether she’s addressing a room of healthcare professionals, project managers, educators, or government leaders, Laura delivers more than motivation—she delivers tools for transformation. Meeting planners rave about her ability to engage even the toughest audiences and make complex communication challenges feel simple and solvable. Her sessions help:
- Teams reduce friction and increase collaboration
- Leaders become more influential and trusted
- Organizations turn communication breakdowns into breakthroughs
Laura’s approach is informed by decades of work in corporate consulting, executive coaching, and leadership development. She’s spoken for companies like Amazon, Ingram, HST Partners, and Adhere Health, trained teams at PMI (Project Management Institute), and led workshops for Tennessee State Government, Vanderbilt University, and Tennessee Association of Independent Schools (TAIS). She has also served national sports organizations such as the Tennessee Titans and educational leaders through IBSC (International Boys’ Schools Coalition).
Her sweet spot is making growth feel personal, practical, and—believe it or not—fun.
Featured Clients & Audiences Include:
- Tennessee Titans
- Amazon
- Ingram
- Adhere Health: Adherence Resolved
- HST Partners
- PMI (Project Management Institute)
- Tennessee State Government
- Vanderbilt University
- TAIS (Tennessee Association of Independent Schools)
- IBSC (International Boys’ Schools Coalition)
Signature Topics Include:
- “Think On Your Feet: Communication That Connects, Builds Trust, and Gets Results”
- “Say Less, Mean More: Using DISC to Communicate with Clarity”
- “Yes, And Leadership: Improv Tools for Real-World Team Success”
- “The 5% Shift: How Small Communication Changes Create Big Results”
Laura is a certified DISC consultant, a member of the John Maxwell Leadership Team, and a trained improv performer. She brings deep expertise—and deep empathy—for leaders trying to create connection in a distracted, fast-moving world. If your audience needs fresh insight, practical tools, and renewed confidence in their leadership and communication skills, Laura is the speaker who delivers.
When event planners book Laura McAlister, they’re not just getting a speaker—they’re securing transformation for their audience. Laura’s sessions are dynamic, practical, and immediately actionable. With over 25 years of leadership, communication, and training experience, Laura equips teams to connect, collaborate, and communicate—with confidence. She blends DISC personality insights, leadership development, and improv-based engagement strategies to help audiences build trust, boost team performance, and reduce miscommunication.
Her interactive, high-energy approach creates measurable change that lasts long after the event ends.
Whether she’s addressing a room of healthcare professionals, project managers, educators, or government leaders, Laura delivers more than motivation—she delivers tools for transformation. Meeting planners rave about her ability to engage even the toughest audiences and make complex communication challenges feel simple and solvable. Her sessions help:
- Teams reduce friction and increase collaboration
- Leaders become more influential and trusted
- Organizations turn communication breakdowns into breakthroughs
Laura’s approach is informed by decades of work in corporate consulting, executive coaching, and leadership development. She’s spoken for companies like Amazon, Ingram, HST Partners, and Adhere Health, trained teams at PMI (Project Management Institute), and led workshops for Tennessee State Government, Vanderbilt University, and Tennessee Association of Independent Schools (TAIS). She has also served national sports organizations such as the Tennessee Titans and educational leaders through IBSC (International Boys’ Schools Coalition).
Her sweet spot is making growth feel personal, practical, and—believe it or not—fun.
Featured Clients & Audiences Include:
- Tennessee Titans
- Amazon
- Ingram
- Adhere Health: Adherence Resolved
- HST Partners
- PMI (Project Management Institute)
- Tennessee State Government
- Vanderbilt University
- TAIS (Tennessee Association of Independent Schools)
- IBSC (International Boys’ Schools Coalition)
Signature Topics Include:
- “Think On Your Feet: Communication That Connects, Builds Trust, and Gets Results”
- “Say Less, Mean More: Using DISC to Communicate with Clarity”
- “Yes, And Leadership: Improv Tools for Real-World Team Success”
- “The 5% Shift: How Small Communication Changes Create Big Results”
Laura is a certified DISC consultant, a member of the John Maxwell Leadership Team, and a trained improv performer. She brings deep expertise—and deep empathy—for leaders trying to create connection in a distracted, fast-moving world. If your audience needs fresh insight, practical tools, and renewed confidence in their leadership and communication skills, Laura is the speaker who delivers.
