Speaking

I speak on how experts, founders, and technical leaders can turn their expertise into visible authority — and why most never do.

The topics range from positioning and narrative strategy to ghostwriting, content production, and intellectual property development. But the underlying theme is always the same: how to make your thinking legible, defensible, and impossible to ignore.

These aren’t motivational talks. They’re strategic. Practical. Built for people who already have expertise and need to figure out how to express it in ways that create leverage.

Speaking Topics

“The Best Thinkers Are Often the Least Visible”
Why domain experts struggle with visibility, and what actually closes the gap between expertise and authority.

“Ghostwriting Isn’t a Shortcut — It’s How Smart People Scale Signal”
The case for strategic ghostwriting and why high-performers delegate content production to focus on their core work.

“From Expertise to IP: Building Frameworks That Travel Without You”
How to systematize what you know into intellectual property that differentiates your work and creates reputational leverage.

“Positioning for People Who Actually Know What They’re Doing”
Why traditional positioning advice fails for deep domain experts, and what works instead.

“Content That Compounds: Building Authority Through Deliberate Publishing”
The difference between content for engagement and content that builds long-term credibility.

“The Authority Problem: Why Competence Isn’t Enough”
Why being good at your work doesn’t translate into being recognized for it — and what does.

Custom topics can be developed based on your event’s focus and audience needs.

Format Options

Keynote (30-60 min): Main-stage presentations designed to challenge assumptions and shift how your audience thinks about authority, visibility, and expertise.

Workshop (90-180 min): Interactive sessions where participants work on their own positioning, messaging, or content strategy using frameworks I provide.

Panel or Fireside Chat: Conversational formats exploring the intersection of expertise, narrative, and authority.

Executive Briefing: Private sessions for leadership teams on narrative strategy, positioning, or communication at the organizational level.

All presentations are customized to your audience and event. I don’t deliver generic talks. The content is adapted to serve your specific goals and the needs of the people in the room.

Who Books Me

Industry conferences focused on leadership, entrepreneurship, deep tech, or professional services.

Company offsites and leadership retreats where narrative, positioning, or communication strategy is on the agenda.

Executive programs and accelerators for founders, executives, or consultants building authority in their domains.

Professional associations serving experts, consultants, or technical professionals.

If your audience consists of people who have real expertise but struggle to make it visible, this content will resonate.

Logistics and Availability

I’m based in Washington State but travel for the right events.

Virtual presentations are available for remote audiences or events that can’t accommodate travel.

Lead time varies depending on the calendar. For custom talks or workshops that require significant preparation, I generally need 6-8 weeks notice. For standard topics, less time may work.

Booking

If you’re organizing an event and think this content would serve your audience, reach out.

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• Event details (date, location, audience)
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• What you want your audience to walk away with

I review every inquiry personally and only commit to events where I’m confident I can deliver real value.