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"LaDawn was truly remarkable. Her energy and insightful perspectives not only captivated our attendees but also set an enthusiastic tone for the entire conference. She was an absolute delight to work with."

- Lisa Allen, Director of Events
SGC Horizon/Women in Residential+Commercial Construction Conference

Your Audience Will Be Left Transformed...

LaDawn Townsend has three distinct keynote options centered around her expertise to empower leaders to effectively articulate their vision, inspire their team, and drive sustainable results

Transformational & Engaging Talks

LaDawn has delivered her Keynote talks to audiences in West Africa, London, India and the United States

Data-Driven STORI: How to Leverage Storytelling to Gain Stakeholder Buy-In

Senior stakeholders don’t just want facts and figures—they want a narrative that aligns with their priorities, solves their problems, and inspires confidence. Attendees will walk away from this keynote with a clear understanding on how to turn raw numbers into a relatable narrative.

Communication Complete:
The Power Of Storytelling for Effective Leadership

Attendees will learn the power of storytelling and how to leverage their extensive resume, to be a change agent in their organization while also being an effective communicator by speaking to their audience's unspoken objections.

In today’s competitive marketplace, large enterprises need more than leaders who can execute plans—they need visionaries who craft compelling narratives that inspire innovation, align teams, and secure buy-in to bring strategic initiatives to life.

This keynote dives into the transformative power of storytelling as a strategic leadership tool.

STORI Driven Strategy: Lead with Storytelling and Strategic Innovation

"She captivated an audience of around 300 project managers. LaDawn's expertise and practical delivery imparted tangible skills and renewed purpose, making her the unequivocal favorite speaker of the day among three presenters.

I wholeheartedly endorse LaDawn as a speaker for future events. Her dynamic style and profound knowledge are poised to leave a lasting and beneficial impact on any audience."

- Wilonda Ieans, President Project Management Institute Austin Chapter

Communication Complete:
The Power Of Storytelling for Effective Leadership

This talk explores how leaders can use the power of storytelling to communicate more effectively and inspire action within their teams. In today’s fast-paced work environment, leaders must do more than deliver messages—they must ensure those messages resonate, engage, and motivate their audience. Storytelling, when used skillfully, transforms everyday communications into compelling narratives that unite teams, clarify strategies, and spark positive change.

Keynote Option #1

Whether it’s in team meetings, email updates, or major announcements, leaders are constantly communicating stories that shape the culture and direction of their organization. However, many leaders struggle to get their message heard. This talk addresses the growing gap between managers and employees, with recent studies showing that only 39% of employees feel heard by their leadership. This disconnect makes mastering communication a critical skill for today’s leaders.

LaDawn Townsend’s engaging keynote helps leaders close this gap by teaching them how to build strong relationships, understand their audience, and leverage storytelling to make their communication more impactful. Participants will walk away with the tools to foster trust, drive results, and lead with influence.

Key Lessons

• Understand the critical role of communication in effective leadership: Attendees will gain insights into how become extraordinary well at knowing the unspoken needs of both employees to stakeholders and serves as the foundation for building trust, fostering collaboration, and inspiring action within teams and organizations.
  

• Develop advanced communication skills for leadership success: Through practical strategies and interactive exercises, attendees will learn how to enhance their communication skills to effectively articulate their vision, inspire others, and navigate complex challenges while also discovering the mindset blocks that prohibit you from being a masterful communicator.
  

• Cultivate a culture of communication and collaboration: Building on the foundation of effective leadership communication, this session will empower attendees to create an environment where open dialogue, constructive feedback, and shared understanding thrive.

Data-Driven STORI: How to Leverage Storytelling to Gain Stakeholder Buy-In

Turn numbers into relatable narratives that win over the room!

In this transformative and interactive keynote, designed specifically for executive leaders, you will gain the tools to bridge the gap between data and decision-making, ensuring your initiatives gain the buy-in they deserve.

By the end of this keynote, your audience will have the tools to elevate your communication skills, positioning yourself as a strategic thinker with the ability to inspire and influence at the highest levels. Your colleagues and stakeholders will see you as an executive who not only understands the business but knows how to communicate its value in a way that drives action.

Keynote Option #2

Key Lessons:

Attendees will walk away with:

• Speak to the Unspoken Risks Stakeholders Are Navigating: Stakeholders often navigate hidden risks that aren't immediately obvious. In this session, you’ll learn how to identify and address these unspoken concerns by aligning your data with the real-world challenges your stakeholders are facing.

• Unearth Non-Traditional Data Points: Traditional metrics don’t always capture the full picture. Discover how to uncover non-traditional data points and insights that can help position your initiatives as indispensable, long-term solutions—essential for gaining trust and buy-in from decision-makers.

• Master Polished, Impactful Delivery: It's not enough to simply have the data—it's about how you present it. Learn how to deliver your message with clarity, confidence, and impact, ensuring that your audience not only understands the numbers but sees the bigger picture and the value your leadership brings.

"LaDawn is an incredibly powerful speaker that visibly touches people, invites them to think big and motivates them to be authentic and not give up."

- Marijn Wiersma, Director of Partnership & Innovation 2X Global

STORI Driven Strategy: Empower Your Team to Lead with Storytelling and Strategic Innovation

In this dynamic session, attendees will learn how to become a leader who inspires action and secures the support needed to drive results. By mastering the art of gaining buy-in, a leader can empower the team, foster alignment, and ensure that their vision becomes a shared priority.

This talk provides actionable strategies for leaders to influence decision-making, cultivate trust, and motivate others to take ownership of their goals. Whether leading a team or an organization, these insights will help attendees create a collaborative environment where everyone is aligned and committed to success.

Keynote Option #3

Key Lessons:

Attendees will leave equipped with tools and insights to:

• Strategic Storytelling Frameworks
  Leaders will explore how to craft narratives that align with organizational goals, effectively communicating a vision that inspires and engages every level of the enterprise.

• Gaining Stakeholder Buy-In
  Learn proven methods to secure buy-in from executives and stakeholders by clearly articulating the value and ROI of strategic initiatives.

• Telling the STORI of ROI
  Discover how to present strategic plans through compelling narratives that highlight clear benefits, ensuring approval and funding for critical projects.
  
  

This keynote equips leaders with the storytelling tools needed to align teams, gain support, and drive organizational success.

What Audiences Are Saying

"A step-by-step plan for helping people consider their own leadership style and how to help others become better leaders."

- Department Chair, Private University

"The session is informative no matter the amount of experience you have under your belt. There is always room for growth. LaDawn has a way of getting you to think deeper, and provided strategies to make prospects/clients feel more at home/comfortable to apply."

- Manager, Real Estate Industry

"Very inspiring and interactive session to help you identify strengths and areas of improvement in leadership skills, motivating to start working on it."

- Manager, Pharmaceutical Industry

"I appreciate the insights LaDawn shared about the need for intentionality in leadership with which we need to support each other in the workplace and in our personal lives. "

- Director, Financial Services

"LaDawn Townsend is a dynamic powerhouse speaker who brings clarity, wisdom and insight that goes deeper than most business leaders I know. What I learned from her helped me 10X my business in one year."

- Founder, Professional Services

"LaDawn had great high-level insights and touched on great, relevant current topics. From dismantling gender stereotypes to unspoken challenges. Very engaging!"

- Leader, Banking Industry

"Engaging, energetic and concise. The information is fantastic and relatable."

- Manager, Pharmaceutical Industry

"So may gems, I couldn't write fast enough!"

- CEO, Supply Management

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