Inspiring. Memorable. Motivating.
Incredible keynotes, workshops and virtual events that have attendees raving.
- Events
- 1000+
- Attendees
- 500K+
- Companies
- 250+
Past speaking engagements include
“This was hands-down the single best engagement I’ve had with a keynote speaker in my event management tenure.”
“Vanessa was phenomenal, and the highest-rated speaker out of the three we had.”
“Vanessa exceeded all expectations! She did a wonderful job tailoring the content to our needs & providing relatable examples. Her energy captivated the audience and she sent everyone off with actionable takeaways.”
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Informative
Cutting-edge research and relatable real-world examples that lead attendees to 'aha' moments.
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Motivational
Dynamic, authentic performances that inspire change and drive audiences to realize their highest potential.
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Impactful
Practical insights and actionable steps that help participants build communication skills for years to come.
Four signature talks.
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Communicate Like a Human
Charisma in the Age of AI
In the age of widespread AI, communicating with charisma is an essential career skill. Vanessa will teach you how to use AI tools to be both more productive and more charismatic in your communication. Studies show that people with high interpersonal intelligence (PQ) perform at higher levels, have higher salaries, and help generate more revenue.
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The Surprising Secrets of High Performers
How the Most Successful People Use Effective Communication to be More Productive
This keynote reveals how top-tier professionals use communication systems to remove friction, align teams, and accelerate execution. Great for companies, individuals and contributors in all roles.
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The Three Levels of Connection
The Hidden Blueprint for Building Rapport and Productive Conversation
There is a blueprint to building highly engaged connections with clients, customers and colleagues. Loyalty and trust is built upon a solid foundation of connection - but how do you do this amongst never-ending emails, back to back meetings or in those first few minutes of a video call? Attendees will learn how to quickly build rapport with a unique connection strategy. Whether your group communicates across teams, on stage, on video or to external stake-holders, this powerful framework is both actionable and inspiring.
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High Impact Communication
The Science of Presence and Trust
Arm your leaders and teams with the behavioral cues necessary to command a room, build instant credibility, and win in high-stakes environments. Both tactical and inspiring, this highly engaging, TED-Talk style presentation will increase the people intelligence in your organization, on your team or for your group. In an age of AI people skills build career insurance – consider this talk the counterbalance to all the AI updates.
These topics can be tailored and customized for your group.
Tailored for your niche
Vanessa covers a variety of sub-topics under communication and people skills. Many can be combined or added to your presentation.
- The Science of Teams: Understanding Work Personalities Using Science of People
- Mastering Virtual Connection: Applying the Science of People to Digital Communication
- The Three Levels of Connection: The Hidden Blueprint for Building Rapport and Productive Conversation
- Cues: The Power of Nonverbal Communication
Function specific
Vanessa frequently speaks to function-specific audiences and teams, such as leadership, sales, marketing, HR, technical and manager groups.
- Communication in Leadership: The Science and Tools for Effective Communication
- Marketing Cues: How the Science of People Can Amplify Campaigns and Empower Brands
- Sales Cues: Improving Sales Skills to Drive Results
- How to be an Indispensable Team Contributor
Consistently ranked a top speaker.
Known for masterfully blending powerful performances, research-backed people skills and practical advice, Vanessa is consistently ranked a top speaker.
Engage audiences both in-person or online
In Person
Dynamic in-person presentations can supercharge your off-site, conference or meeting.
- Keynotes
- 2-3 Hour Workshops
- Half-day & Full-day Training
- Corporate retreats & conferences
Virtual
Engaging live or recorded online workshops for teams of all sizes.
- Virtual Keynotes
- 2-3 Hour Workshops
- Lunch and Learns
- Webinars & Virtual Offsites
Before you book.
What does Vanessa Van Edwards speak about?
Vanessa speaks on communication, body language and people skills. Signature talks include Communicate Like a Human, The Surprising Secrets of High Performers, The Three Levels of Connection and High Impact Communication. She also tailors sessions for leadership, sales, marketing, HR, technical and manager groups.
Can Vanessa speak in person and online?
Yes. In person she gives keynotes, two-to-three hour workshops, half-day and full-day training, plus corporate retreats and conferences. Online she gives virtual keynotes, two-to-three hour workshops, lunch and learns, webinars and virtual offsites.
How do I book Vanessa Van Edwards?
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