


It takes more than technical expertise to inspire confidence, build trust, and cultivate high-performance teams . . .
IGNITE takes a fresh approach to sharpening communication and collaboration skills with immersive high-energy workshops that uncover and amplify participants' natural abilities, shift mindsets, and spark meaningful change
Powered by the combined experience of top communication and management experts, each session delivers personalized, relevant, and immediately applicable insights that breathe new life into individuals and teams


Bestselling author, TED speaker, educator, and media commentator Eliza VanCort uses her academic expertise and training as an acting instructor to inspire audiences and share practical tools and tips for transforming their careers and lives. Her powerful methodology engages audiences in any forum, and has been described as “invaluable” and “thrilling,” making her one of the most sought-after thought leaders in the industry.
With broad experience ranging from strategy partner at Deloitte to global sales and marketing leader at Cirque du Soleil, Alma Derricks is a visionary executive and trusted Fortune 50 advisor. She is the founder of REV, a Brand Entrepreneurship™ consultancy that crafts and launches distinctive new businesses for the world’s most coveted brands. Alma has captivated audiences worldwide with bold and human-centered insights on innovation, leadership, and culture.
INTROSPECTION
personal
confidence
presence
in the mirror
art informed by science
harnessing the power of professional acting techniques to make an authentic and
impactful impression
INTERACTION
interpersonal
collaboration
persuasion
in mixed company
science informed by art
leveraging decades of corporate leadership and management experience to enhance collaboration and team effectiveness
" Eliza’s keynote presentation was the highlight of our conference. The communication tools she provided were incredibly beneficial – practical and introspective insights, grounded in research, that can be immediately applied both professionally and personally. With sharp intelligence, keen wit and humor, Eliza delivers on all levels – inspirational, motivational, educational, and business leadership.
Dr. Elli Reges
Director of Learning and Development
Security Industry Association
" Presented as a central element of our annual staff leadership retreat, Alma’s workshop was engaging, practical, and very well-received. Coupled with her innovation insights, the Basadur Profile's highly intuitive and easy-to-understand findings gave us a fresh understanding of individual behaviors and team dynamics and significantly accelerated the productivity of our strategic planning session. We continue to reference key concepts in our day-to-day work.
Jorge Valencia
Executive Director & CEO
Point Foundation
" With heart, honesty, and humor, Eliza and Alma make the uncomfortable feel exciting by creating space where we didn’t have to be polished — we just had to be present.
Radwa Hassan
Marketing Director, Emerging Markets, Latin America & Canada
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