Business Communication Expert & International Speaker; Author of "Show Up & Show Out"; Founder of Press 49; Contributor to Forbes & Entrepreneur
Bridgett McGowen Biography
Bridgett McGowen is an international professional speaker, author, and publisher known for her high-energy, humor-filled presentations in the fields of communication and professional development. With more than two decades of experience, McGowen has delivered presentations across the United States, the United Kingdom, and internationally, equipping leaders, executives, entrepreneurs, and professionals with skills to command attention and communicate with confidence. She collaborates with organizations seeking to improve team performance, boost confidence, and enhance effectiveness, focusing on communication, sales, and marketing strategies.
McGowen has shared programs alongside figures such as Barack Obama, Deepak Chopra, Oprah Winfrey, Shonda Rhimes, Amy Cuddy, Stacey Abrams, Mae Jemison, Common, and Katie Couric. Her expertise has been sought by companies, post-secondary institutions, and organizations including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Fifth Third Bank, Vanguard Investments, McGraw-Hill Education, LinkedIn Local, the Association for Talent Development, and New York University. McGowen delivers presentations that blend humor, storytelling, and actionable strategies, addressing topics such as publishing, women’s empowerment, and building cultures of confident communication.
As an author, McGowen has published several recognized books in the business communication space. Her works include "Show Up and Show Out: 52 Communication Habits to Make You Even More Unforgettable," which received an Award of Distinction from The Communicator Awards; "Own the Microphone," a collaboration with 50 professional speakers; "Rise and Sizzle: Daily Communication and Presentation Strategies for Sales, Business, and Higher Ed Pros"; and two editions of "REAL TALK: What Other Experts Won't Tell You About How to Make Presentations That Sizzle," which earned a silver BookFest Award, a Best Indie Book Award, and was a Next Generation Indie Book Award Finalist. "Show Up and Show Out" sold out at the Think Better Live Better event hosted by Marc and Angel Chernoff, while "REAL TALK" sold out at the Association for Talent Development's International Conference and Exposition in Washington, D.C.
McGowen is the founder of Press 49, a hybrid publishing company focused on amplifying diverse voices and making publishing accessible to experts, coaches, and professionals. She has contributed to Forbes Coaches Council and Entrepreneur online magazine, and her expertise has been featured by Forbes, Medium, and other global media outlets.
Her accolades include an Award of Distinction from The Communicator Awards, a Master Presenter Award from the University of Texas at Austin, and two Fearless Woman Awards from One Woman. McGowen has taught at Prairie View A&M University, Lone Star College System, and University of Phoenix, integrating her academic background with a practical approach to communication. McGowen continues to influence the professional speaking and publishing industries through her work in business communication, leadership development, and publishing.
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Bridgett McGowen Speaking Topics
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All Sizzle - No Fizzle: How to Deliver Presentations That Set the Audience on Fire
In today's fiercely competitive business climate, how well you present yourself and your product can make the difference between you closing a deal or getting the door closed on you.
Whether you are aiming to acquire a new client or working to close a deal, your success will lie in your ability to deliver a stunning presentation. In this high-energy session, you will get the secrets to making standout, stellar presentations and the formula to get your audiences to instantly and consistently lean in and listen.
You will know how to deliver a presentation that's all sizzle and absolutely no fizzle.
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Why Isn’t Anyone Following Me?: A Go-Getter’s Guide to Leadership and Communication
What makes a good leader? What makes a poor one? Why are some leaders effective while others are not? This high-energy session will help answer these questions with basic ideas, theories, and best practices of leadership development and effective communication.
The concepts and strategies presented will construct a foundation for your movement into a position of leadership or enhance the successful development of the leadership role you already hold. You will be a leader that makes others want to definitely get behind and follow!"
Bridgett McGowen Videos
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Bridgett McGowen is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Author, Business Authors, Business Coaching, Business Leadership, Communication, Disruptive Thinking, Empowerment, Entrepreneurship, Female Leadership, Influential Women, Inspirational, Leadership, Motivational, Non-Fiction Authors, Personal Growth, Professional Development, Thought Leadership, Women, Women in Business, Women's Empowerment -
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Bridgett McGowen is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as All Sizzle - No Fizzle: How to Deliver Presentations That Set the Audience on Fire , Why Isn’t Anyone Following Me?: A Go-Getter’s Guide to Leadership and Communication, H.O.T. Office Talk!: How the Best Teams Communicate with Honesty, Openness, and Transparency , How to Show Up and Show Out When You Really Want to Just Shut Down and Be It ’Til You See It. The estimated speaking fee range to book Bridgett McGowen for your event is $20,000 - $30,000. Bridgett McGowen generally travels from Phoenix, AZ, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Cheryl Cran, Libby Gill, Dr. Jackie Freiberg, Maddy Dychtwald and Katrina Julia. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Bridgett McGowen for an upcoming live or virtual event.
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