Laurie Schloff is an accomplished communication coach with a lifetime of experience helping professionals become confident, comfortable and influential presenters. She has specialized in designing customized, practical, results-oriented and entertaining programs for individuals and groups, particularly in the financial and biotech fields. Laurie has authored several books, including Smart Speaking, He and She Talk, and Twenty Twinkling Stars, a fundraising project for National Students Against Violence Everywhere. As a former executive speech coach and presentation training director at The Speech Improvement Company, Laurie's areas of expertise include presentation coaching, speech writing and preparation, accent modification, building relationships for results, teaching consulting skills and persuasion techniques.