Thaler Pekar

Thaler Pekar is an award-winning expert on institutional storytelling, known for guiding visionary leaders worldwide in engaging and inspiring audiences.

With 18 years of experience, she leads Thaler Pekar & Partners, offering expertise in speaking, listening, narrative, and story consultation.

Thaler's impact spans globally as she coaches leaders in communication processes, produces multiplatform media, and curates oral histories and story collections.

Recognized by the BBC and the Smithsonian Institution, Thaler delivers keynote speeches worldwide and serves as a visiting professor at Syracuse University's S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications.

Her scholarly contributions on ethics in storytelling and participatory narrative are highlighted in six books, showcasing her thought leadership in the field.

Thaler Pekar is deeply rooted in Hoboken, NJ, and Unadilla, NY, actively contributing to historical preservation efforts in Hoboken and serving on the boards of the Hoboken Historic Preservation Commission and Museum.

A dedicated professional, Thaler emphasizes walking on the sunny side of the street in all aspects of her life.