Ann K.
5.0
The Confident Leader: Strategic Communication for Career Growth
Studied at Miami Herbert Business School
Works at Dux Communications
Available Monday at 12:00 PM UTC
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Ann’s Leadership Development Qualifications
Coaches professionally
Experience level: Director
70+ people coached for Leadership Development
Welcome! Stepping into leadership requires more than just skills. It demands confidence, strategic communication, and the ability to inspire others. I coach rising leaders to refine their executive presence, craft compelling personal narratives, and position themselves for high-impact opportunities, whether in meetings, on stage, or in front of decision-makers. With a career spanning Emmy-winning journalism, corporate communications, brand strategy, and executive coaching, I bring a unique perspective: ✔ The precision of a journalist helping you articulate clear, powerful messages under pressure ✔ The strategy of a brand builder positioning you for visibility, influence, and career growth ✔ The insight of an executive coach guiding you to show up with confidence and authority Through my coaching, you’ll learn to: ✅ Develop a powerful leadership presence that commands attention and builds trust ✅ Communicate with clarity, confidence, and authenticity in high-stakes moments ✅ Craft compelling stories that make your ideas resonate with teams and stakeholders ✅ Navigate career transitions and leadership challenges with a strategic mindset ✅ Position yourself as a rising leader in your industry I’ve worked with C-suite executives, entrepreneurs, and high-performing professionals, but I also know what it takes to stand out and level up in competitive industries because I’ve done it myself. If you’re ready to step into your leadership potential, let’s work together to ensure your message lands, your presence commands, and your career accelerates!
Ann can help with:
Problem Solving
Emotional Intelligence
Coaching and Mentoring
Innovation and Creativity
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About Ann
I coach leaders and organizations to elevate their executive presence, refine their messaging, and make a lasting impact on stage, on camera, and in the boardroom. My career has spanned Emmy-winning journalism, corporate communications, brand strategy, and executive coaching, giving me a unique perspective on high-stakes communication. I’ve worked across corporate, nonprofit, and agency spaces, coaching C-suite leaders, entrepreneurs, and rising executives to navigate career transitions, build influence, and communicate with clarity and confidence. I started in investigative journalism, where I mastered the art of storytelling under pressure, commanding a room, and delivering messages that stick. Today, I apply those same skills to help leaders own the room, deliver compelling narratives, and show up with authority, whether in media interviews, investor pitches, keynote speeches, or high-stakes meetings. As a small business owner, I also know firsthand the challenges of positioning yourself and standing out in competitive industries. My coaching is designed to deliver both soft skills and real-world results, helping professionals not just communicate better... but lead with impact. Ready to refine your presence and command the room? Let’s work together.
Why do I coach?
I understand high-stakes communication because I’ve lived it... going live on television for years in breaking news, working alongside top professionals, and delivering under immense pressure in front of thousands. That’s where I started. I’m a storyteller and expert communicator who thrives on helping smart, driven professionals refine their voice, share their craft, and expand their influence. With a career spanning Emmy-winning journalism, corporate communications, brand strategy, and executive coaching, I partner with high-performing professionals to elevate their leadership presence, refine their messaging, and position themselves for career-defining opportunities. I’ve worked across corporate, nonprofit, and agency spaces, coaching C-suite leaders, entrepreneurs, and rising executives to navigate career transitions, build influence, and communicate with impact. There’s nothing more rewarding than seeing someone step into their power, own the room, and make a lasting impact. Whether it's a boardroom, a keynote stage, an investor pitch, or a media interview, I provide the coaching and strategies to ensure leaders show up with confidence and authority when it matters most.
Work Experience
Principal
Dux Communications
2018 - Present
Leadership · Executive Coaching · Internal Communications · Video Production · Public Speaking · Media Interviews · Rebranding · Press Relations · Media Production · Coaching & Mentoring · Communications Strategy · Corporate Communications · Content Planning · Leadership Development · Message Development · Communication · Marketing Strategy · Global Communications · Strategic Communications · Talking Points · Creative Direction · Public Relations · Spokesperson · Public Affairs · Personal Branding · Videography · Crisis Communications · Multimedia · Media Relations
Chief Communications Officer
NewStar Media
2023 - 2024
Executive Coaching · Video Production · Storytelling · Public Speaking · Coaching · Media Interviews · Rebranding · Press Relations · Communications Strategy · Corporate Communications · Leadership Development · Message Development · Communication · Content Development · Global Communications · Public Relations · Spokesperson · Public Affairs · Personal Branding · Crisis Communications · Media Relations · Build Strong Relationships
Director, Communications & Media Relations
University of Miami Health System
2021 - 2023
Leadership · Storytelling · Media Interviews · Press Relations · Communications Strategy · Corporate Communications · Leadership Development · Stakeholder Relations · Message Development · Communication · Content Development · Global Communications · Editorial · Public Relations · Spokesperson · Public Affairs · Personal Branding · Crisis Communications · Media Relations · Digital Health · Build Strong Relationships · External Communications
Television News Reporter
WSVN 7News
2015 - 2018
Storytelling · Online Journalism · Camera · Journalism · Broadcast Journalism · Breaking News · Communication · News Writing · Broadcast Television · Television · Spokesperson · Broadcast · Field Producing · External Communications · Producing · AP Style
Investigative Television News Reporter
FOX35
2014 - 2015
Television News Reporter
FOX 59
2011 - 2014
Television News Reporter
WATE TV
2007 - 2011
Education
American University
Master of Arts - MA, Journalism and Public Affairs
Digital Media, Copy Editing and +19 skills
Boston University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Broadcast Journalism
Center for Executive Coaching
Certified Executive Coach
Miami Herbert Business School
Global Executive MBA, Business Administration, Management and Operations
Leadership, Executive Coaching and +2 skills
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Overall Rating
5.0
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