Talks that spark action by teaching the power of storytelling

Jacqueline brings a sharp comms lens, emotional intelligence, and a touch of humor to every talk—equipping leaders and teams with creative, story-driven strategies that spark connection, confidence, and bold action.

Keynote Topics

Strategic Storytelling for Impact

Strategic storytelling isn’t just about sharing—it’s about moving people to care, act, and believe.

In this engaging session, you’ll learn the key components of a compelling narrative and how to shape stories that connect across audiences—whether you’re speaking to donors, funders, the media, or your broader community. We’ll explore how to build a powerful storybank of real-life moments and impact stories that can be tailored for different platforms and opportunities. You’ll also gain insight into what journalists and decision-makers are really looking for—untold stories that are bold, emotionally resonant, and rooted in truth.

Audiences will walk away with:

A clear framework for what makes a story compelling.
Tools to curate a storybank of real-life and success stories tailored to different audiences.
Insight into what the media looks for in stories that challenge norms and spark change.

The Creative Edge: Micro-Habits for Bold, Visionary Leaders

Creativity isn’t just a spark—it’s a leadership practice.

In this energizing session, we’ll explore neuroscience-backed micro-habits that leaders and teams can adopt daily and weekly to unlock innovation, strengthen relationships, and sustain vision over time. You’ll learn how small, consistent creative actions can supercharge big ideas, build trust, and boost confidence in taking strategic risks. Whether you’re leading a team or shaping a mission, these habits are designed to stretch your thinking, deepen collaboration, and reframe creativity as a powerful, everyday tool for bold leadership.

Audiences will walk away with:

A set of practical micro-habits to inspire risk-taking and idea generation.
Creative rituals teams can use to boost connection and collective innovation.
Neuroscience-informed strategies to sustain creativity and lead with confidence.

“I personally recommend Jacqueline as a speaker for learning events. She recently shared insights from a behavior change communications campaign she worked on as part of an in-person learning panel event at the World Bank. Her presentation was well-constructed and thoughtful. I appreciate her taking the time to share her professional experience with others in the field.”

Erin Gamble

World Bank

“Jacqueline has been a dynamic speaker, delivering compelling speaking engagements... Her ability to connect with our participants and impart practical knowledge has been instrumental in their entrepreneurial journeys. I highly recommend Jacqueline for her exceptional public speaking skills and unwavering commitment to our program's success. Her contributions have undoubtedly made a lasting impact on our students, equipping them with the tools and inspiration to navigate the challenges of business ownership. ”

Peter Gillo

Co-Founder at DIFFvelopment

“Jacqueline is a PR powerhouse! We first worked together when she conducted a pitching workshop for my staff and me, and it was full of helpful hints and useful exercises that we all still use. Now we are working together on projects and she produces results! She has secured outstanding print, online, TV and radio press making my job quite easy! Jacqueline understands her clients' needs and she delivers. She is a blessing to work with...personable, bright and dedicated!”

Janna Zinzi

President and CEO, Swirl PR

“Jacqueline is a brilliant communications strategist, an excellent mentor, an extremely organized manager, and a vibrant, creative spirit who anyone would be lucky to work with. She's the kind of person who is curious about others; pays attention to the little details; can recruit, connect with, and effectively manage people from all walks of life; and always brings innovative ideas to her client work. I'm blessed to call Jacqueline a colleague and a beloved friend!”

Cabot Petoia

Comms strategist and consultant

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