Rob's wide-ranging experience spans corporate, government, nonprofit, associations and numerous industries, including
“Rob’s storytelling presentation for Deloitte’s global communications meeting was simply spectacular and the highlight of our program. He was perfect for our group.”
—CLAIRE HASSETT
Director, Global Communications, Deloitte
Rob Biesenbach
Bestselling Author and
Communication Keynote Speaker
Better
than
Coffee!
That’s what one enthusiastic audience member tweeted about Rob, capturing the sentiments of countless others who appreciate the energy and humor he brings to every engagement as a communication keynote speaker.
ROB IS THE PERFECT BALANCE OF SUBSTANCE AND STYLE, RESULTING IN PROGRAMS THAT ARE:
Practical
Busy people don’t have time for abstract theory and complex methodologies. Rob’s programs are grounded in reality, with simple tools and easy-to-follow processes that make an immediate impact.
Engaging
Motivation is a means, not an end in itself. But that doesn’t mean learning can’t be fun. A Second City-trained actor, Rob infuses his presentations with energy, interaction and a bit of fun. But no silly games or trust falls — we promise!
Authoritative
As a top-10 PR firm VP, press secretary to a statewide official, nonprofit and association communication executive, and award-winning consultant, Rob has lived the practices he preaches. His methods are road-tested and relevant.
Through it all, you can count on Rob to take your communication challenges seriously while never taking himself too seriously.
ROB’S KEYNOTES AND WORKSHOPS CAN
Benefit Any Audience,
but he has particular expertise working with these professionals.
WHO NEEDS ROB?
Sales pros (and those who have sales thrust upon them!) who are susceptible to a features-based, data-laden and PowerPoint-driven style of pitching.
How Rob Can Help:
Rob is not a sales trainer but he’s helped hundreds of sales pros and customer-facing teams package the facts and features in a compelling narrative and deliver it in a more engaging way.
WHO NEEDS ROB?
PR pros and communicators who aspire to take their work to the next level and bring out the best in the clients and leaders they serve.
How Rob Can Help:
Rob brings decades of direct experience in both the agency and in-house worlds. He offers advanced techniques to help PR pros deepen their expertise and provide smarter counsel to their clients.
WHO NEEDS ROB?
Teams that want to get on the same page in terms of messaging and communication.
How Rob Can Help:
Drawing on decades of C-suite coaching experience, Rob helps executive teams develop and deliver a compelling set of messages and present a consistent face to the organization and the world.
WHO NEEDS ROB?
Engineers, tech people, financial analysts, scientists, and other analytical types who may struggle to get out of the weeds.
How Rob Can Help:
Rob helps subject matter experts bring context and meaning to data, express their ideas in more user-friendly terms, and paint the big picture.
WHO NEEDS ROB?
Attorneys who need to be perceived by clients and colleagues as more than technical subject matter experts.
How Rob Can Help:
From the Ohio AG’s office to consulting with dozens of law firms, Rob has worked with thousands of attorneys. He speaks their language, understands their world and helps them show up as trusted business advisors.
“Rob’s presentation was immediately riveting and so informative I was glued to my seat. I’ve been in public relations for 26 years, and I’ve had the chance to hear many fabulous presentations. Rob’s presentation is now at the top of my list as the most helpful and motivating.”
—Andrea Schafer
Public Relations Society of America, Western District
Rob's Communication
Keynotes
Captivate
& Compel
Become a More Powerful, Persuasive Presenter
Presenters today face countless challenges, from distracted audiences to Zoom fatigue to the sky-high expectations of the TED Talk era.
This intensive program arms your team with the latest tools and techniques to overcome any presentation hurdle they face, whether it’s listless delivery, lackluster content, or mundane visuals, so they can confidently engage any audience.
Unleash the Power of Storytelling
Win Hearts, Change Minds, Get Results
Study after study confirms that storytelling is the most powerful way to break down walls with an audience, build trust, and influence them to act in our favor. But what exactly goes into a good story? And how do you find, shape and tell powerful stories that will win hearts and change minds?
This engaging, information-packed session unlocks the essential secrets of storytelling to help your people become more powerful, persuasive communicators.
Connect
& Compel
Become a More Persuasive, Authoritative Communicator
Few things are more important than the ability to communicate our ideas and priorities in a way that is clear, compelling and listener-focused. But in the daily whirlwind of back-to-back meetings and calls, it can be hard to plan our everyday communication in a thoughtful, strategic way that inspires confidence and gets results.
Participants come away with a step-by-step roadmap for successfully navigating crucial communications, from group meetings to one-on-one conversations.
Tell Your Story,
Change Your World!
Rob’s free storytelling toolkit will help you craft a winning narrative that cuts through the clutter, communicates your value and GETS RESULTS.