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* For three decades, I have been working in all aspects of Business Development, Telemarketing and Public Speaking. I would like to support you in making your next campaign a success! * My 13 years as a top producer in Real Estate sharpened my sales and negotiating skills so that I can find a Win/Win in providing a solution to a leads problem. * With years of both B2B and B2C experience and know how to update and best nurture leads, it is easy for me to ask for contact information and other data. Many clients have hired me to connect with C-Level leads so that I can clearly explain an offer and help convey to the lead how we can partner and provide a valuable service. My ability to speak with Executives, Business Owners and professionals of various trades will give you the ability to expand into many different markets. * My talents in telemarketing have given me the strength to nurture and mirror and match leads to develop a sincere connection. I have detailed experience and note taking, so that is clear who are best leads are to follow-up with. You will find that I can assist with helping you to write phone scripts, email templates and an overall marketing strategy if you want to grow a team. * With years of professional speaking and broadcasting in my skill set, you will be glad to know you are well represented on every call. * With market research, I can help you to in obtaining valuable customer feedback when making any needed adjustments to your campaigns or services. * In working with event planners, I can also assist you if you are looking to have leads attend live events or webinars. * Lastly, I do have a certification in Life Coaching. You will find that I am very easy to work with and organized in my communication.

Versatile professional with a background in pastoral care, substance abuse counseling, writing, funeral services, and IT. Holds a degree in Theology and brings a unique blend of interpersonal, technical, and crisis management skills. Experienced in providing compassionate support, managing sensitive situations, and adapting quickly across diverse roles and industries.

I help people overcome their fears and obstacles of public speaking to improve areas such as tone, clarity, critical thinking, body language, speech writing and practice, evaluation and more. For over 20 years, I have dedicated my life to understanding, improving and coaching public speaking and communication skills for personal use, sales, customer service and leadership development. With over 70 awards for public speaking, impromptu speaking and evaluations. I carry a B.A. in English from East Carolina University.

A recent client testimonial: "My greatest professional satisfaction comes from receiving follow-up notes like this one from clients: “Gave my talk in Boston this past week and it went great! The group was very attentive, I saw many nodding their heads and taking notes. I had a great Q&A afterward, and my client was really happy. Thanks again for your help. You did exactly what I wanted: level up my keynote.” Daron Christopher is a Senior Director in the speechwriting and executive communications practice at Bully Pulpit International (BPI). Prior to joining BPI, Daron advised executive leaders on their communications strategies at leading tech companies including VMware and ServiceNow. He previously served as a speechwriter for officials at a range of government agencies under the Obama and Biden Administrations, including the Departments of State, Energy, Agriculture, and Veterans Affairs. As a consultant, he has written for corporate and non-profit leaders at a wide range of organizations, including the World Bank, the African Development Bank, and the World Health Organization. He has also guest lectured on speechwriting in classrooms at American University and Johns Hopkins University. Daron started out his career as a Peace Corps volunteer in Cape Verde. He earned a bachelor’s degree in political science from the University of Pittsburgh and a master’s degree in public policy and management from Carnegie Mellon University. He lives in New York City. ** Select Testimonials: "I recently had the pleasure of working with Daron Christopher, a professional speechwriter whose service was great. Daron's agility in crafting speeches was amazing; he delivered high-quality drafts at an impressive pace. His responsiveness to feedback stood out, ensuring a seamless collaborative experience. The quick turnaround time offered by Daron meant that deadlines were met with ease, without compromising the sophistication and finesse of his writing. If you're looking for a speechwriter who combines speed, quality, and exceptional service, Daron Christopher is the go-to professional. His work is sure to exceed expectations." — Director, Communications and Corporate Affairs, Caribbean Development Bank “My presentation went very well. So well that subsequent presenters referenced my talk during their talks and I received several invitations to speak outside the US (Amsterdam, UK, Israel).” — CEO of Major Water Utility, Washington DC area “So kind of you to remember, Daron! I just hoped down from the stage and was waiting to report back. It went superbly! I made people cry…which always makes me feel like I’ve hit the mark because it means people felt something. Thank you for your exceptional work in crafting it. I will be back for more!” — Animal Rights Activist, Vietnam "My TEDx ended up being the #1 "Most Downloaded New American TEDx Talk in January 2022" and one of the top 10 worldwide that month. I can't thank you enough for your help with it." “Today’s media landscape is chaotic and cluttered. Daron is the key to helping senior leaders break through that noise, by delivering communications that build their credibility and relevance. A few key things to know about Daron: - Daron has a broad knowledge of policy, business, and global issues. He can seamlessly weave all this knowledge together to help leaders deliver impactful messages while avoiding potential pitfalls. And he can get up to speed very quickly on any topic that requires a deep dive. Seriously…any topic. - Daron has a very calm demeanor. I’ve seen him deal with intense and demanding stakeholders in stressful situations. He never lets the pressure get to him, integrates feedback well, and always delivers. - Daron can turn things around very quickly and never misses a deadline. He’s pleasant and so easy to work with. I’ve worked with Daron for many years, and I would unreservedly recommend him to anyone who needs speeches or articles that build their personal brand and thought leadership platforms.” — Global Social Media Manager, Philadelphia

You're a master of your domain and you've built credibility in the right rooms. What you need is a strategic partner to refine how you communicate: to shift your approach for different audiences, tighten your messaging, read the room in real-time, and land your ideas with precision. I work with executives, founders, and senior leaders who are already competent speakers but want to elevate their impact. Whether you're navigating multiple audiences and contexts, preparing for a critical pitch, or refining your approach with key stakeholders, I help you communicate with greater strategic intention. What changes: You communicate with more strategic clarity Your message lands with the right audience in the right way You adapt in real-time based on what you're sensing in the room Your leadership presence becomes more intentional and powerful We'll partner for one session or multiple sessions depending on your timeline and goals. NDA and enterprise welcome.

𝟳𝘅 𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻 | 𝗧𝗘𝗗𝘅 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿 (𝟭𝟬𝟳𝗸+ 𝗩𝗶𝗲𝘄𝘀) | 𝟮𝟮 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗛𝗔𝗧 𝗠𝗢𝗦𝗧 𝗦𝗣𝗘𝗔𝗞𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗚𝗘𝗧 𝗪𝗥𝗢𝗡𝗚 Three mistakes. None about delivery. 𝟭) 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗸. Same room, same hour. The speaker with a framework charges five figures. The speaker with a talk gets a thank-you card. A framework is an asset you license, trademark, and scale. A talk is a Tuesday afternoon. 𝟮) 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗱𝗼. The buyer doesn't care what you do. The buyer cares what they're dealing with on Monday morning. If your pitch starts with you instead of them, you priced yourself in the wrong room. 𝟯) 𝗤&𝗔 𝗯𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸-𝗲𝗻𝗱. The talk lands. The room claps. The mic drops. Then nothing happens, because there's no lead capture, no follow-up sequence, no product stack the booker hears in the next call. The pipeline disappears within 48 hours. If any of that lands, keep reading. 𝗙𝗥𝗔𝗠𝗘𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗞 → 𝗦𝗣𝗘𝗔𝗞𝗘𝗥 → 𝗦𝗣𝗘𝗘𝗖𝗛 The three-phase methodology. We don't open with the talk. 𝗣𝗵𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝟭 — 𝗙𝗥𝗔𝗠𝗘𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗞: Excavate the pattern hiding inside your career. Name it. File for trademark protection. 𝘋𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦: 𝘈 𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘮𝘢𝘳𝘬-𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘺 𝘧𝘳𝘢𝘮𝘦𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘭𝘦𝘨𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺 𝘰𝘸𝘯. 𝗣𝗵𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝟮 — 𝗦𝗣𝗘𝗔𝗞𝗘𝗥: Pitch architecture, ROI framing, story bank. We rehearse out loud, because a pitch lives in conversation. 𝘋𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦: 𝘈 𝘱𝘪𝘵𝘤𝘩 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘤𝘭𝘰𝘴𝘦 𝘪𝘯 𝘢 𝘩𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘸𝘢𝘺. 𝗣𝗵𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝟯 — 𝗦𝗣𝗘𝗘𝗖𝗛: Beat-based outline. Lead capture. Three-touch follow-up. Product stack language the booker hears in the next call. 𝘋𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦: 𝘈 𝘬𝘦𝘺𝘯𝘰𝘵𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘤𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴 𝘱𝘪𝘱𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘪𝘯𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘢𝘥 𝘰𝘧 𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘶𝘴𝘦. 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗢𝗙 A corporate DJ for Google, Virgin, and the United Nations. He came in with a stacked career, a real Rolodex, and exactly the problem you have: great material, no framework, no idea how to sell it as a keynote. We didn't start with the talk. We started with the story. We excavated the framework hiding inside his career, gave it original language no one else owns, filed for trademark protection, and built the pitch architecture around rooms he already had keys to. 180 days later: a trademark-protected framework he legally owns. A $15,000 booking from a major national non-profit. A pipeline with keynote booking decision makers. He didn't cold pitch anyone. He called people who already knew him. If you want to know what that looks like from the inside, he'll get on a Zoom call and tell you himself. Not a video testimonial. A live reference. 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗥𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧 𝗙𝗜𝗧 This is the right fit if: --You have a real career behind you — operator, performer, expert, leader --You have access to rooms most speakers don't --You're tired of charging by the hour for what should be charging by the asset --You're ready to build something you legally own This is the wrong fit if: --You want slide polish for a one-off --You don't have a track record to excavate yet --You want the cheapest hour you can find 𝗖𝗔𝗣𝗔𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬 I cap at five concurrent clients on purpose. When the roster is full, this profile pauses. If you're reading it, slots exist. 𝗛𝗢𝗪 𝗪𝗘 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗥𝗧 Before we work together, we talk. Both of us decide if there's alignment. If there is, we book the work. If there isn't, we both keep our time. We'll talk about what you've been doing, who you've been doing it for, and what you think you're sitting on. 𝗣.𝗦. The room you walk into next either remembers you forever or forgets you by lunch. The difference isn't talent. It's what you owned before you took the stage.