Spreker Storytelling

“I was invited to do a TEDx talk at short notice. I had a powerful message I wanted to share, but I knew I needed help to shape it into something truly impactful. So I booked a Finishing Touch session with Barbara. Barbara was fantastic. In just one session, she helped me bring clarity and structure to my story. We worked through what to keep, what to cut, and how to make it land with the audience. Her insights were sharp, her energy was reassuring, and the session gave me the confidence I needed to step on that stage fully prepared. I can’t recommend Barbara highly enough. She’s the real deal.”

"Barbara helped me prepare for an important Board presentation with only a couple weeks notice. She helped me transform my dry, fact-based presentation into a compelling celebration of how my team was responding to consumer opportunities with connected experiences. Barbara's framework & coaching gave me huge confidence and really set me up for success on the day. And, I'm still using the lessons she shared to this day."

"Een mooie maatwerkbijeenkomst gevolgd van traumaspecialist Hélène van Oudheusden. Hélène is een prettige spreker om naar te luisteren.

Na haar introductie over innerlijk leiderschap nemen, gingen we aan de slag met een sterke groepsopdracht. Telkens uitgedaagd om zelf / gezamenlijk vanuit ons gevoel te komen tot een antwoord op onze vragen en voorzien van praktische tips aangereikt door Hélène. Ik raad deze lezing van Hélène van Oudheusden, met bijbehorende bijeenkomsten, zeker aan!"

"Working with Melissa on our innovative video interview series, Behind the Science, was a true joy. She interviewed some of the brightest minds in life sciences across Europe, bringing thoughtfulness and poise to every conversation while making even the most camera-shy experts feel at ease. Despite the highly technical topics—from AI in breast cancer treatment to cutting-edge battery technology—Melissa struck the perfect balance, diving deep while keeping the discussions accessible to a wider audience.

Melissa’s contributions went beyond hosting; she was deeply involved in identifying interview subjects and shaping the series, acting as a true co-creator. I highly recommend her for any event or interview series in need of a dynamic, professional host."

"I had the pleasure of working with Melissa on large-scale virtual events for Deloitte. She was a highly professional, yet approachable host, making the entire process smooth and enjoyable. Despite the intricate technical setup and complex event flow, Melissa handled everything flawlessly.

She represented our brand with confidence and authenticity, while maintaining her unique style and effortless rapport with guests—from company executives to high-profile external thought leaders. Her native English is also a plus, and pleasant to listen to! We’re looking forward to working with Melissa again in the future."

"Melissa has been a key moderator at multiple editions of Upstream Festival, both online and offline. She has an exceptional ability to draw out valuable insights from guests - whether they are successful entrepreneurs, seasoned investors, or key government officials. She keeps audiences engaged, and elevates the overall energy of an event.

Her versatility shines across formats, from dynamic talk shows to intimate fireside chats, bringing a perfect balance of professionalism and warmth. We always ask her to keep her agenda free for our annual event - and hope to do so for years to come."

"Akwasi raakt met zijn woorden de kern van de maatschappij en de ziel van de mens. Zijn presentatie ontroert, zet het publiek aan tot beweging en daagt uit om verantwoordelijkheid te nemen. Hij spreekt krachtig over pijn, groei en de kracht van je eigen verhaal. Met ongekende energie en passie brengt hij luisteraars in vervoering."

"Akwasi weet op een boeiende manier het publiek te grijpen. Zijn voordracht van zijn interpretatie van Audre Lorde's "Poetry is not a Luxury" was meer dan indrukwekkend en een intense start van een intrigerend gesprek. De manier waarop Akwasi articuleert en zichzelf weet te uiten is een skill waardoor het onderwerp niet alleen goed tot zijn recht kwam, maar oversteeg door zijn bijdrage."