Project Description
Eleni Kelakos CSP®, The Speaker Whisperer®, uses performance techniques to help executives worldwide be more relatable and magnetic as speakers and leaders. When she’s not coaching individuals or facilitating training at companies like GM or Allstate, Eleni practices what she preaches, empowering audiences with her signature keynote presentations.
A graduate in both Theater Arts and Semiotics from Brown University, Eleni is a past president of the National Speakers Association of Michigan. She has recorded and toured four critically acclaimed CDs of original songs, and released three award-winning, bestselling books: Touch The Sky, Claim The Stage, and Charismatic Presence.
TOPIC: Charismatic Presence: 5 Principles for Magnetic Leadership and Communication
You know it when you see it: The “it” factor that helps leaders motivate teams and inspire trust with prospects and clients. Eleni Kelakos calls this magnetism Charismatic Presence. She believes everyone is not only born with it but has the power to nurture or neglect it. When nurtured, credibility and influence expand. When neglected, communication and impact diminish. Great actors, like great leaders, nurture their Charismatic Presence so they can shine in the spotlight.
In this presentation, Eleni highlights presence-building principles learned as an actor in NYC and Hollywood —principles that have helped countless executives effectively “own the room.”
Participants will leave the session able to:
Utilize three guiding principles to create consistent, magnetic Charismatic presence.
Pinpoint and reframe the limiting beliefs that weaken Charismatic Presence.
Use theater-based “pre-show” techniques to activate their 3 Presence Planes
Demonstrate what it takes to be courageously present in critical conversations, pitches and conversations
Reviews for Eleni
“As the keynote speaker for our leadership conference, Eleni was engaging and energetic. She conveyed leadership concepts seamlessly, offering concrete skills to enhance representation and presence. Her insight, experience, and knowledge were an inspiration to our attendees and key to the success of our conference. When surveyed about what future leadership offerings they’d like to see, an audience member wrote ‘More Eleni!”
“Eleni exceeded every expectation. From the moment she took the stage, she captivated our audience with her powerful presence, engaging storytelling, and professional insights. Her ability to connect with our diverse audience was exceptional. Her approach to leadership and personal growth was both inspiring and practical. I would highly recommend Eleni Kelakos to anyone looking to bring a transformative and uplifting voice to their event.”
“A perfect speaker to kick off our conference! People said things like “Best keynote in years! Fun, lively, uplifting, a riot… bring her back next year!'”
