“Alicia Dara came to Microsoft as our featured guest during our Women’s History Month celebrations, and WOW. There’s still ongoing buzz about how impactful her workshop was and how applicable the content is to women in technology. She gave us stories, laughs, and even actual real-time practice using our voice, words, and actions. We look forward to the next time we can work with her.”- Anne Borozan, Microsoft Women’s Board
“In hyper competitive fields that are full of bluster and posturing and loud voices, it can be hard to speak up. Especially if you’re ‘othered,' and you know you don’t fit the mold. For the past 4 years, Alicia Dara has helped every single female founder in our Graham & Walker accelerator and catalyst programs find her voice, fill it with confidence, and amplify the ‘other’ voices that deserve to be heard. The impact of what you’ve contributed is immeasurable, and is only just beginning. Thank you for magnifying our voices, and helping us find the confidence to project our visions louder.”-Leslie Feinzaig, Founder and GP, Graham and Walker venture fund
"In two short hours, Alicia Dara taught me more about strengthening my vocal presentation skills than I had ever known. She was comfortable to work with, encouraging, and obviously expert, as she organized and conducted a session specifically tailored to me and my particular needs. All professionals who speak in public should have sessions with her and I look forward to working with her more. Thank you, Alicia for giving me my voice back." -Christine Charbonneau, CEO Planned Parenthood of the Great Northwest and the Hawaiian Islands
"There we were, a group of women knowing that we would have to step out of our comfort zones. I was so impressed with how Alicia handled this delicate situation. She was able to share such positive feedback, pinpointing each person’s vocal type and give not only amazing general group instruction but was able to benefit each individual according to their own strengths. Within such a short period of time I was able to see changes in everyone, including myself. We were sitting up a little taller, projecting a little louder, and even though we were all from different areas of the studio there seemed to be a feeling of comradery that will live on after this workshop." -Linda Hayashikawa, Microsoft Halo group
“One of the most transformative experiences of my career was taking this workshop! Thank you Alicia for what you taught us and inspired in us!”— Gina C, Unloop
"Alicia's Pubic Speaking Bootcamp for Women made for an extremely valuable evening. Her passion combined with in depth knowledge and professional/personal experience was so evident. I have historically struggled with flushing cheeks and feelings of embarrassment when speaking to small and large groups and Alicia was able to pin point the problems (which I wasn't even aware of) and provide practical, easy to grasp solutions. We were able to practice in front of her and receive individualized feedback which felt encouraging and safe. The process shifted my overall perspective and awareness; my level of confidence when speaking has increased vastly already. I left feeling empowered, supported, and equipped with a toolbox of skills that I have been practicing in every day life ever since."- Sasha B
"I took Alicia's Public Speaking Bootcamp for Women and left feeling energized, confident and with a new found focus for my voice. From the moment I registered to post-event, Alicia has been engaged with positive suggestions, has provided tips and tools for breathing and posture that promote my vocal growth, and she has given me links to websites for some of her personal favorite products and readings/TedTalks! What a star! My key takeaways have left me with the momentum to move forward in discovering and nurturing my true voice, with gratitude." - Alison M
“I’ve been told that it’s all about finding the right coach and I am so thankful to have found Alicia to guide my steps. Alicia took me beyond own initial goals by helping me set myself free from some self-imposed constraints. She helped me identify the real issues to focus on and discard the artificial ones that were distracting me from my own goals. Thanks to her broad understanding of different social and cultural backgrounds, she has an extraordinary ability to isolate different categories of obstacles and tailor strategies to overcome each of them. My sessions with Alicia gave me the biggest gift of all – comfort with myself and confidence in my own communication style.”- Roshini Mootoosamy, Principal Consultant Milestone Solutions, LLP
“Alicia has been a God send! She has provided me such invaluable coaching, tips and encouragement on this journey to self-actualization. She's a pleasure to work with and is passionate about working with women, especially women of color that are aspiring to make a difference in their field. HIRE Alicia if you want to expand or need help with your public speaking, she's a true professional...plus her personality is infectious. I highly recommend her as a public speaking coach!!"- Elis Salamone, Speaker, Advocate, Educator, Mentor, Veteran, Women's Health Nurse Practitioner
“Alicia is very passionate about helping women finding their voices, and she works with each individual on their specific challenges. She is a very supportive coach but also gives constructive advice, and you leave the class with a whole new communications toolkit. I use her tips and tricks every day, not only in a public speaking setting but also when communicating with people one-on-one. I really can’t say enough good things about her class, I highly recommend it, and I hope I get a chance to work with Alicia again soon!”- Tove Hoyer, MBA
For more information about group trainings and private coaching packages, contact Alicia directly.