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I teach audiences how to use story to grow business and people

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Laura speaks about story for growth

TESTIMONIALS

A relatable, informative and engaging speaker

  • “Thank you for being so vulnerable and setting the stage for meaningful conversation.”

    — Attendee to “Story for Stronger Leadership”

  • “Thank you. Your talk today was invaluable. Hearing your story felt like a breath of fresh air.”

    —Attendee to “Your Story: From Limits to Resilience”

  • “Wow! You overdelivered on my expectations. I teach scientists how to tell their story and you nailed it!.”

    –Attendee to “How to Craft a Winning Go-To-Market Story”

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Laura speaks about story for brand, business and personal growth

  • Let's talk about it

    Laura can bring her expertise on the power of story, purpose and their impact on the world or she can customize a session for your audience and event.

  • Let's work on it

    Work with Laura to create a custom session that provokes thinking and action, with tangible learnings and steps to ignite movement. Or choose one of Meshin’s existing workshops for your group.

  • Let’s spark discussion

    Laura brings her years of experience of leading teams through open brainstorms and alignment sessions to panels and roundtables as a participant or moderator.

SAMPLE TOPICS

I will work with you to develop a session that’s right for your audience.

Here are just a few examples of the type of speaking, keynote and break-out sessions I’ve delivered. All of my work is grounded in how to use story to grow your brand, business or yourself.

How to Craft A Winning Go-To-Market Story

Story for Strength

Your Story: From Limits To Resilience

Story for Professional Advantage

Story for Stronger Leaders

Impact Story: More Movement in Marketing

Story to Persevere in Change

Story As a Salve in Troubled Times

A Story & Strategy for Personal Expansion

Discover Your Story

  • “I felt really excited about what I learned from Laura and applied the power of storytelling to my team the next week. My team appreciated the opportunity to connect and will likely do it on a regular basis. Thank you!”

    —Attendee to “Story for Stronger Leadership”

  • “Laura was a keynote speaker for our company’s annual Diversity Days observance. She shares personal experiences as she teaches the role of narrative in building resilience. Her story is relatable and highlights serious matters. In this age of widespread mental illness, I think Laura’s frank message is a catalyst for change, authenticity and healing.” (5-star review)

    – Booking client for “Story For Strength & Resilience,” Federal Home & Loan Bank

  • “You’ve made an outstanding presentation. Really loved this information-packed session! Cannot imagine how much work it takes to discover all the brand insights to sculpt the best go-to-market strategy!”

    – Attendee, “How To Tell Your Go-To-Market Story”

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