Talk Smart, Lead Strong. Ledership Coaching with Confidence

Talk Smart, Lead Strong. Executive Coaching with Confidence: w/ Rich Gallagher

Agenda:

6:30 - Arrival - Snacks, Pizza and Networking.

7:00 - Introduction / Announcements by the organizers.

7:05 - Talk Smart, Lead Strong. Executive Coaching with Confidence: w/ Rich Gallagher

8:30 - Open-mic to quickly promote your business or broadcast a need that someone in the group might be able to fill.

8:40 - Wrap-Up
8:50 - Exit Venue

Speaker Profile:

Rich Gallagher is a tech communications professional with over 20 years experience leading PR, crisis and community management. He prepares tech founders and leaders to engage effectively with investors, partners and the press.

About Rich Gallagher
With over 20 years leading PR, crisis communications, and community management in tech, Rich Gallagher has mastered the art of transforming brilliant technical minds into compelling speakers. He specializes in preparing tech founders and executives to engage effectively with investors, partners, and the press. His coaching helps translate technical expertise into executive presence that opens doors and closes deals.

The Reality Check
You’ve built game-changing technology. Your product works. Your metrics are solid. But when you step into that investor meeting, board presentation, or media interview, something is missing. Your brilliance isn't translating into influence.

Why Technical Founders Struggle with Executive Presence

The Expertise Trap
Deep technical knowledge doesn’t easily translate into compelling, thoughtful communication.

The Authenticity Paradox
Advice to “just be yourself” often fails when investors expect you to show polish and vision.

The Storytelling Gap
Feeds and speeds don’t move people. Narratives filled with ambition and purpose do.

The Confidence Disconnect
Even seasoned public speakers feel uneasy under high-stakes scrutiny.

The Solution: Strategic Executive Presence
After coaching dozens of tech founders through IPOs, crisis situations, and high-stakes presentations, Rich has identified the formula that transforms technical leaders into magnetic executives.

What You’ll Learn

The Founder's Story Framework
Craft a personal narrative that investors remember and repeat.

Presence Under Pressure
Learn how to command respect in any room, from boardrooms to broadcast studios.

AI-Powered Practice Tools
Use speech coaching AI to refine your delivery and build confidence on your schedule.

Crisis-Proof Communication
Handle tough questions and curveballs with calm and clarity.

Media Readiness
Turn press opportunities into lasting competitive advantages.

Why This Works
✔ Backed by two decades of real-world tech communications experience
✔ Proven with founders who raised capital, led companies, and overcame crises
✔ Designed with practical tools you can apply immediately

Who Should Attend

Founders preparing for funding rounds

Tech executives stepping into larger leadership roles

CTOs and technical leaders eyeing the CEO seat

Anyone with world-class tech looking to match it with world-class presence

Key Takeaway
Your technology got you here. Executive presence will take you further. Learn how to communicate with clarity, inspire confidence, and lead with impact.