Testimonials

As LeVar Burton used to say, you don’t have to take my word for it.

“As one of the top platform arena speakers in the country, I have always been frustrated with my inability to help other people improve their speaking skills. I have referred clients and colleagues to Sharí for coaching and have been tremendously pleased with the results she has produced and the feedback from those she has helped. I would recommend Sharí to anyone who utilized speaking, presentation, or platform skills in any way in their profession.”
Jim Stovall
Speaker, New York Times Bestseller, and President of the Emmy Award Winning Narrative Television Network

“Shari is a great & dynamic speaker. Her passion for the profession and her experience has made her a best-in-class individual.”
Adrian Blanco
National Account Sales Manager  Pepsi Co.

“Presenting Matters really helped me develop presentation skills that I didn’t even know existed within myself. I had always thought I was “doing ok” and just “got by” when making a presentation or giving a proposal to a group of potential clients, however, Presenting Matters taught me how to be even more effective and how to capture my audience’s attention in such a way that it becomes relevant to them to listen and be engaged. Shari Alexander is a master at developing hidden talents within to propel you to the next level in order to be an effective speaker and make sure that you are asked to come back again and again. Thank you Shari, it was well worth the time, effort and the investment!”
Mary Rogers
Vice President of Sales, Cox Media Group

“A very genuine and fun program that made it an enjoyable way to learn.”
Katrina Wiley
HR Manager, NBA OKC Thunder

“Shari is the best speaking coach ever! She will get you ready to make the speech of your life!”
Paula Marshall
CEO, The Bama Companies

“Sharí provided some great information that I can use immediately. She kept my attention and made me laugh (several times!)”
Carl Foster
HR Manager, Dell

“Shari is truly a creative genius with all the intellect and entrepreneurial spirit to help her clients make important changes.”
Dr. Alan Zimmerman, CSP, CPAE Hall of Fame Speaker
Professional Speaker

“Shari knows everything you need to know to become a speaker, author, & thought leader in your industry. She also is very kind to dogs. ”
Chris Forbes
Professional Speaker & Author of Guerrilla Marketing for Non-Profits

“I’ve seen Shari work with geeky nerds and professional sportscasters. Both groups improved their communication skills. She’s a great coach!”
Bill Becker
Sales Director, OakTree Software

“Shari Alexander is the lady professionals go to when the need to take their speaking and presentation skills to the next level.”
Pat Campbell
Radio Talk Show Host/ KFAQ

“Shari Alexander impressed me from the moment I met her — bright, creative, eager to help…and with a lovely sense of humor. ”
Lou Heckler, CSP, CPAE Hall of Fame Speaker
Professional Speaker

“Sharí brings common sense and very positive ideas in an upbeat, fresh, logical manner.”
Tracy Renfro
Vice President, Coppermark Bank

“Sharí was able to communicate how to be a better presenter in terms I could relate to.”
Mikeal Long
Supervisor, ConocoPhillips

“Shari does an amazing job of helping you discover your unique story and message. I have been blown away by her process.”
Kevin Shahan, CFP
Professional Speaker, Live Financially Healthy

“Sharí is exciting and engaging. Her passion shows.”
Deanna Farmer
Director of IT, Chesapeake Energy

“She was energetic and her information proved to be valuable.”
Jennifer Pigeon
Communications Consultant, OneOK

“Sharí uses good humor to connect to her audience. She also has a great energy level as well.”
Lesli Shoals
HR Consultant, AEP/PSO

“Thank you so much. Your presentation was wonderful. I went right back to work and put it to work. Thanks again.”
Libby Gentry-Keys
Senior Professional Human Resources, Willstaff Worldwide

“Very helpful – this is the most concise advice I’ve heard on speaking.”
Sunny Benjamin
Director Human Resources, Continuous Care Centers of Oklahoma

“Sharí’s theatre training and experience combined with a business education background made her a perfect resource. She helped me acquire deep insight and knowledge of personal presentation skills.”  —Dan Fisher, Ph.D.  Professor of Marketing Marketing and Creativity Consultant
“Sharí is energetic, articulate, and inspiring by example.”
Leslie Wiggins
Senior Account Executive, Bramlett Multimedia

“Thanks for helping me know how to prepare – nice specific tools.”
Deb McCaskey
Recruiting Specialist, Key Personnel

“Sharí has a creative delivery with wonderful examples that demonstrate how a presentation can change my outcomes to benefit my business.”
Sarah Sears
Owner, S Design, Inc.

“Solid suggestions and tips to help speakers improve their presentations and platform skills! Sharí Alexander has an affirming approach to helping people. Her speech and acting background provide her clients with subtle, yet powerful, tools for making a greater impact. Sharí can strategically help anyone.”
John Storm
Professional Speaker, BrainStorm Network

“Shari Alexander delivers results. Her presentation coaching approach is very effective as she gives her clients real, tangible improvement points, as well as exercises to implement into their presentation and preparation. Sharí’s style is also very palatable. It is always difficult being coached when you reach a certain skill level and Shari’s approach puts her clients at ease and builds their confidence while providing benchmark methods of improvement.”
Rhett Laubach
Professional Speaker, YourNextSpeaker

“I received more than I expected! Sharí has a unique and special talent. I would give Shari my highest recommendation for anyone wanting to improve their ability to influence an audience in a positive way regardless if is for 10 people or 10,000 people.”
Bob Oros, Certified Speaking Professional
Professional Speaker,  Franklin Sales Institute

“Thank you for helping me understand that public speaking skills can be developed…that just because you’re not brilliant the first time does not mean that you can’t move to a higher level. You helped me have an “aha” moment today and I’m very grateful.”
Sunny Benjamin
Director of Human Resources, Continuous Care Centers of OK, Inc.

“This was very eye-opening when viewing this through the eyes of a technically-minded IT professional.”
John Daniels
Assoc. Training Specialist, Chesapeake Energy

“…concise, compact, coherent, convincing!”
Oscar Womack, Jr.
Consultant, Coherent Contracts

“Sharí takes charge, treats everyone with respect, and motivates them to work diligently. She is able to keep their attention and makes the program exciting for everyone.”
Pam Emmons
Director EmPower Program, Rose State College

“Sharí gave me some great advice I immediately put to use. It worked!”
Lynn Wilson
Business Services Coordinator, Rose State College

“Sharí was very motivating & inspiring. She gave me a great way for me to interject my personal story.”
Clint Howard Owner
Personal Trainer/Director, Fitness Together

“Sharí packed the how-to presentation with useful information that I will definitely implement into my own presentations.”
Carolyn Chapman
HR Director, Home of Hope, Inc.

“I loved Sharí’s energy & enthusiasm. Very creative presentation!”
Brenda Craiger
Sales and Marketing Manager, Triangle Development

“Wow! This is relevant, insightful & inspiring. So glad I attended.”
Tom Hopkins
Corporate Wellness Director, Sky Fitness

“Sharí’s feedback was detailed and specific for each presenter. Definitely not your typical speech coach with tired advice about better preparation, imagining the audience in their underwear, or keeping your hands out of your pockets. While Shari’s coaching goes much deeper, her suggestions are still simple enough to implement immediately – with noticeable improvement!”
Kyle Eastham
Professional Speaker, The Black Belt Speaker

“Thank you, Sharí, for such practical, useful tips and ideas to help us be more effective in presenting!”
Sandy Bull
Small Business Management Coordinator, Mid-America Tech Center

“Amazing! A true professional! Ms. Alexander’s insights are valuable to all who choose to make an impact. Professional speakers, trainers, sales professionals, and educators need her services.”
Kristine Sexter
Professional Speaker, WorkWise Productions

“Have you ever wondered what it would be like for all team members to take ownership of their team responsibilities? Sharí shares a how to approach with practical guidance that can be applied in your work life as well as family life.”
Beverly Hancock
Project Management Offices, Chickasaw Nation

“Sharí’s topic is very timely and needed in today’s business environment.”
Bruce Sanderson
Project Manager, Hertz Rental Car

“Sharí delivers a great, interactive, and dynamic program.”
Laura Ramol
IT Project Manager, FAA

“Some of the techniques helped me realized how to get what I want. The program was logical, easy to follow, clearly beneficial – and fun! I really enjoyed the presentation and have many take aways I can use at home and at work.”
Margaret Hart
Sr. Project Manager, Chesapeake Engergy

“Very engaging and charismatic speaker that presented information I can use everyday in both business and personal situations.”
Becky Lorta
IT Supervisor, Chesapeake Energy

“Sharí clearly explains and makes use of human nature in her teachings.”
Steve Whelchel
Sr. Information Architect, OGE Energy Services

“Every aspect of the presentation was valuable – with such high energy!”
Terri Luke
Industrial Engineer, FAA

“Sharí keeps it simple and real, very easy to understand.”
Keith Hilton
Developer, Stonebridge

“Sharí’s interaction with the audience was wonderful! She delivered effective, relative, and pertinent information in a concise, informative way.”
Adrianne Graham
Director, OSU-OKC Technology Education Center