Elevated Presence: Delivering Your Story with Confidence

*Last workshop of 2026* As we move into Q4, the volume of in-person interactions peaks. Having a refined narrative is only the first step. The way you physically and verbally deliver that story determines how your audience perceives you. Whether you are a corporate professional navigating industry mixers, a founder pitching for investment, or a small business owner connecting with customers at holiday markets, this session is designed for you. We are focusing entirely on the real-life mechanics of physical presence and verbal delivery for women leaders. Core Focus Areas Entering the Space: Transitioning from a heads-down operational mindset into an outward-facing, engaging posture before you walk into a networking event, an investor meeting, or a bustling holiday market. Visual Presentation: Understanding how to look the part. We will discuss the mechanics of dressing appropriately for your specific context to ensure your visual impression reinforces your professional capability. Physical Command: Utilizing stance and open body language to signal confidence and credibility to a new group, a prospective client, or a customer. The Conversational Hook: Translating your formal business positioning into an easy 15-second introduction that invites natural dialogue. Pacing and Articulation: Slowing down your speech, minimizing filler words, and utilizing pauses so your core message lands with maximum impact. Navigating Dynamics: Steering casual chats into meaningful professional connections or collaborative opportunities. The Clean Exit: Utilizing polite, professional phrasing to wrap up a conversation gracefully and move on to the next connection. Live Practice Rounds: Participating in real-time simulations in our supportive group to practice introductions and exits with immediate, constructive feedback on volume, eye contact, and tone. About Your Facilitator Twisha Anand, PhD | Founder of Elevate | Executive & Organizational Coach Twisha brings a unique blend of corporate rigor and performance expertise to this session. As an executive coach with a PhD in Organizational Behavior and 13 years of C-suite experience, she understands the mechanics of leadership presence. Beyond the boardroom, she has been a stage artist for 30 years, a public speaker for two decades, and has modeled for professional photoshoots. She combines this extensive performance background with her executive coaching practice to help women leaders master their physical and verbal delivery. Event Logistics Date: Friday, October 23, 2026 Time: 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM Location: San Carlos, CA Fee: $30 (for platform fee and a working lunch) Audience: Women founders, corporate leaders, and small business owners. Registration & Event Terms The registration fee is non-refundable but can be transferred to another participant with organizer's approval. By signing up, you agree to receive updates about events and twice a month communication from Elevate. Your contact information will always remain private, and you can unsubscribe at any time. By attending, you consent to being photographed or recorded for future marketing purposes. If you wish to not participate in social shares, please let the organizer know in advance.