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First impressions matter. Polishing your presentation skills will build your confidence--together, we'll cover everything from research and anticipating questions to knowing your audience to public speaking do's and don'ts to habits that may detract from how you hope to be perceived to what to wear for an interview or big presentation.

How I Help

  • Great keynote presenters know not only their content but also how to tell a story and how to connect with their audience. What's on the slides matters, but how you communicate matters even more. I can help you amplify your executive presence and teach you how to read a room, how to build connections and how to do such a good job that the audience talks about your presentation long after it's over and the organizers invite you back again!

  • I can help you prepare for that upcoming important speaking engagement, presentation or event. My training empowers women behind the podium, on a panel, and in the boardroom.

  • Research, Prep and Presentation

    Perhaps you’ve interviewed several times and not gotten the job. Together, we will prep answers that are crisp and articulate. With my experience in theatre, I will help you be more mindful of speech patterns or habits that may be getting in the way of the impression you want to make on Zoom or in person.

  • With more than four decades in independent school, as a faculty member and school leader, I’m ready to support your leadership development. Tricky dynamics on the team? Too many goals set by others?  A sticky wicket that you find yourself unable to resolve? I work with school leaders–heads, division directors, department chairs–to help them feel unstuck, supported and heard. 

  • Rejection hurts. Use me as a thought partner to determine how best to move forward in your next search.  Let’s clarify what’s within your control and what isn’t and send you into your next interview ready to dazzle the search committee.

  • Clients seek my guidance on how best to plot a career trajectory. What's your right next step? What are the obstacles--real and perceived? What's your dream job? In one-on-one sessions, we will make a plan to help you move from where you are today to where you hope to arrive.

Ayanna Hill Gill
President
ADVIS

“Ann brings a rare blend of creativity, warmth, and quick wit to her work. She has an extraordinary talent for meeting people where they are, crafting unique experiences that are as uplifting as they are insightful.”

Kathryn H. Purcell
President
Saint Joseph Academy, Cleveland, Ohio

“Ann has a true gift for mentorship. Through her compassionate, patient, and insightful guidance, countless educators—myself included—have grown into leadership roles, with many going on to become Heads themselves. Her belief in our ability to grow, learn, and lead instilled that same confidence within us.”

Dr. Lisa Damour
Psychologist and
New York Times Best Selling Author

“Ann Klotz is an expert in every aspect of school culture. I can say without hesitation that Ann has taught me more than anyone else about how schools can best serve their students and families, even in the most complex moments. Any community would be lucky to benefit from her wisdom, candor, and deep experience.”

“Ann has incomparable experience working both on and for boards, as well as leading high performing teams. Having seen Ann in action on countless occasions and worked with her on many, I can attest to her consistently professional and skillful leadership in any situation.”

Kolia O’Connor
Head of School
The American School Foundation, Mexico

Let’s talk.