Pamela Barnum

5 out of 5

Trust Strategist & Body Language Expert; Former Undercover Police Officer & Federal Prosecutor; TEDx Speaker

Montana, USA

Pamela Barnum Biography

Pamela Barnum, M.P.A., J.D., is a trust strategist and body language expert with experience in law enforcement and the legal system. Barnum began her career as a police officer with the Ontario Provincial Police, where she worked in major case management, wiretap investigations, and undercover operations. She was the only woman working undercover in a Drug Enforcement Section of more than 90 specialized officers, conducting hundreds of drug buys ranging from street-level transactions to six-figure purchases. These experiences provided Barnum with practical expertise in trust-building and nonverbal communication.

After graduating from law school while working as a full-time undercover officer, Barnum transitioned to a role as a federal prosecuting attorney. She worked at the Barrie Crown Attorney's office and later with the Federal Crown, specializing in prosecuting drug dealers. Her time in the courtroom further developed her skills in trust strategy and body language analysis. Following a 20-year career in the criminal justice system, Barnum pursued graduate studies in corporate negotiations as part of her Master of Public Administration degree, integrating her law enforcement background with organizational communication.

Barnum is a keynote speaker and educator, presenting to audiences in the United States, Canada, Australia, and internationally, both in person and virtually. Her TEDx Talks, "What Drug Dealers Taught Me About Trust" and "How Empathy Empowered an Undercover Cop," have been viewed extensively and are recognized for their insights on persuasion and communication. Barnum is a co-host on the television series "Building Bad" and is a featured expert in print media, radio, and television news programs in Canada and the United States.

Barnum delivers keynotes, workshops, and seminars on negotiation, influence, and nonverbal communication, including her frameworks "Crack the Code: 3D Negotiation Strategies for Powerful Results" and "Tactical Influence: The Art of Persuasion." Her methods are based on practical experience from undercover work and legal proceedings. Barnum's background in law enforcement, legal expertise, and communication science positions her as a leading authority on trust, influence, and nonverbal communication in the professional speaking industry.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 08/03/2026.

Pamela Barnum Speaking Topics

  • CRACK THE CODE: 3D Negotiation Strategies for Powerful Results

    Most of our communication is nonverbal, and we miss more than half of the conversation when we ignore what is not being said. Learn the secret second language reserved for communication experts and law enforcement to communicate confidence, elevate influence, and improve negotiation outcomes.

    • Display calm confidence in every situation. Learn when to move toward, not away from, difficult conversations, making them less stressful and more productive.
    • Decode nonverbal cues with certainty. Understand what is being said, regardless of the words used, resulting in better negotiation outcomes.
    • Deliver results with greater accuracy using science-backed techniques. Confidently assess verbal and nonverbal misrepresentation indicators, bluffing, and lies in real-time.

  • TACTICAL INFLUENCE: The Art of Persuasion

    Most of our communication is nonverbal, yet we spend much of our time focused on crafting the perfect words to negotiate, influence, and sell. We see, but we do not observe. Learn to master the art of persuasion without coercion. Using undercover techniques backed by research, learn how to influence outcomes critical to long-term success.

    • Authentically leverage talents with intentional communication cues for increased collaboration and quicker decisions. Showcase your genius with humility and conviction in every interaction.
    • React confidently and maintain a solid executive presence in times of uncertainty. Notice essential details in the blink of an eye, turning information into insight.
    • Target the desired outcome with precision using the three-stage formula favored by undercover officers. Discover how to use fear and doubt to supercharge insight and eliminate uncertainty.

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Pamela Barnum Videos

What Drug Dealers Taught Me About Trust | Pamela Barnum ...

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Pamela Barnum M.P.A. J.D. enjoyed an accomplished career as a police officer with the Ontario Provincial Police. Her expertise included ...

Pamela Barnum: Techniques to Employ Trust - YouTube

Pamela Barnum: Techniques to Employ Trust - YouTube

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Pamela Barnum Speaker Reel 2023

Pamela Barnum Speaker Reel 2023

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Pamela Barnum is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as CRACK THE CODE: 3D Negotiation Strategies for Powerful Results, TACTICAL INFLUENCE: The Art of Persuasion and CREATE A CULTURE OF TRUST: Prepare for an Uncertain Future. The estimated speaking fee range to book Pamela Barnum for your event is $20,000 - $30,000. Pamela Barnum generally travels from MT, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Libby Gill, Amelia Rose Earhart, Eric Boles, Jim Davidson and Mark DeVolder. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Pamela Barnum for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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