SPEAK UP!

Stories and Voices

Growing up, I knew I had good ideas but lacked the confidence and skills to speak up in public. Over the years I've been fortunate to have teachers, managers, friends and family see my potential and say "You can do this!"

Over the past 25 years I’ve worked with thousands of presenters across the globe.  What motivates me is knowing that we all have gifts and talents that we can share. And sometimes all it takes is a bit of encouragement, inspiration, and practice to help people see that yes, “I can do this!”

My goal in this series is to highlight people I admire who step forward and use their voices to make a difference.

Best Wishes,

Dave Underhill

Inspirational author, Sue Stevenson discusses the challenges and rewards of achieving a less stressful life. After a life-threatening event, Sue found her courage and her voice. SEE THE INTERVIEW

Dr. Michael Fors

Dr. Michael Fors perspectives on corporate leadership is based on what he learned as Chairman of the Board of United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR). SEE THE INTERVIEW

Dr. Magan Lewis discusses interpreting data to feed the world and also her vision to grow the next generation of STEM leaders. SEE THE INTERVIEW

Apr 8, 2022

Beatris Mendez Gandica, CEO and Founder to Nuevo Foundation is interviewed by Dave Underhill about her passion for technology and for serving underrepresented communities. SEE THE INTERVIEW

Nov 3, 2021

Dr. Jay Mendoza from the Office of Community Outreach and Engagement at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center discusses challenges and successful strategies for achieving equity in healthcare. SEE THE INTERVIEW

Nov 2, 2021

Making the Big Pitch with Katherine Parker & Tiffany Ryan

Yomassage founders discover the keys to pitching their ideas to a global audience. SEE THE INTERVIEW

Nov 1, 2021