Laura Schwartz: Political Speakers
Leadership and communications expert Laura Schwartz teaches organizations how to build partnerships, lead with confidence, and deliver high-impact results using lessons from her White House, media, and global event experience.
Quick Facts:
- Highlights:
- International keynote speaker, author, and media commentator
- Former White House Director of Events during the Clinton Administration
- Expert in leadership communication, partnership-building, and event strategy
- Known for dynamic, high-energy presentations with practical takeaways
- Formats: Keynote speaker, leadership strategist, communication consultant, event management expert
- Audiences: Corporate leaders, executive teams, communication professionals, association members, government organizations, event planners, and groups focused on collaboration, leadership, and strategic communication.
- Outcomes:
- Actionable strategies to improve communication, leadership, and team collaboration
- Tools for building meaningful partnerships and navigating high-pressure environments
- Insights from White House experience that elevate performance and strategic decision-making
- Travels from: Chicago, IL
- **Fee range: $35,001 - $50,000
Talent Services
Keynote Topics:
EAT, DRINK & SUCCEED
EAT, DRINK & SUCCEED – THE KEYNOTE YOUR AUDIENCE WILL BE TALKING ABOUT ALL YEAR. IT’S MOTIVATIONAL, HUMOROUS AND ENGAGING, BUT WHAT MAKES IT POWERFUL IS THAT IT’S IMMEDIATELY ACTIONABLE.
Take-Away Message #1
Laura’s super-charged signature series is centered on being “prepared for partnership” while turning the “optional into opportunity,” because as Laura reminds us all, “You ever know when the next conversation will be the conversation to change your life or that of someone else!”
Laura Schwartz challenges her audience to ask, “What can I do for you?” instead of the more negative — “What can you do for me?” interpretation of networking. She explains how positive, powerful networking involves mentoring and leading both inside and outside of the office.
And, she incorporates your conference programming and year-round engagement into examples where Laura’s tips can be used to increase results for every member of your audience.
When the event is over, these lessons can be carried back to the office and put to work in professional and personal settings. Eat, Drink & Succeed motivates, engages, and most importantly, it drives action.
Whether a first-time attendee or a seasoned veteran, attendees will feel empowered to take every facet of the conference and make it work to their full advantage and yours. Laura Schwartz provides the tools and techniques that motivate attendees to capitalize on all social and business interactions at the conference so that they, too, can turn relationships into partnerships and ideas into realities.
LEAD FIRST
LEAD FIRST – A UNIQUE & DYNAMIC PRESENTATION ON LEADERSHIP IN TIMES OF SUCCESS, TURBULENCE AND CHANGE.
Take-Away Message #2
As any great leader will attest, leading in successful times is easy. It’s what a leader does in times of turbulence and change that sets them apart. In this one-of-a-kind program, Laura shares little-known stories from more than 200 years of U.S. Presidents and First Ladies to inspire great leadership in any circumstance.
Laura Schwartz adapts these non-partisan stories to make relevant and relatable comparisons to your company or association, and offers tips that attendees can immediately put into action in their personal or professional lives.
Laura uses her unique White House experience to share valuable takeaways and inspiring stories from the earliest White House inhabitants, along with first-hand accounts of defining moments during the Clinton administration.
She illustrates real solutions from the successes and failures in leadership that we all can practice in our daily lives as we work with our customers and colleagues and share within our communities and families.
CREATING A CULTURE OF ENGAGEMENT
DESIGNED IN RESPONSE TO REQUESTS FOR A PROGRAM ABOUT HER PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL JOURNEY, THIS KEYNOTE EMPOWERS AUDIENCES WITH 5 PILLARS OF ENGAGEMENT THAT CAN CHANGE THEIR LIVES.
#: Take-Away Message
From her start as a small-town girl with a speech impediment to becoming the youngest female presidential appointee in White House history and eventually an international professional speaker and television commentator, Laura delivers relevant and relatable moments of challenges and success.
Laura Schwartz outlines how we can all turn to these 5 Pillars for answers, leadership and development throughout all stages of our lives. This compelling, comedic, motivational program will leave every audience feeling inspired and ready to engage with their life!
LEADERSHIP
A UNIQUE & DYNAMIC PRESENTATION ON LEADERSHIP IN TIMES OF SUCCESS, TURBULENCE AND CHANGE.
As any great leader will attest, leading in successful times is easy. It’s what a leader does in times of turbulence and change that sets them apart. In this one-of-a-kind program, Laura shares little-known stories from more than 200 years of U.S. Presidents and First Ladies to inspire great leadership in any circumstance.
Laura Schwartz adapts these non-partisan stories to make relevant and relatable comparisons to your company or association, and offers tips that attendees can immediately put into action in their personal or professional lives.
Laura uses her unique White House experience to share valuable takeaways and inspiring stories from the earliest White House inhabitants, along with first-hand accounts of defining moments during the Clinton administration.
She illustrates real solutions from the successes and failures in leadership that we all can practice in our daily lives as we work with our customers and colleagues and share within our communities and families.
Hosting:
Event Host
As an event host, Laura Schwartz ensures every detail of an event is seamlessly executed, from introductions to closing remarks. With her dynamic and charismatic presence, she welcomes attendees, sets the tone, and maintains the energy throughout the event.
Leveraging her experience managing high-profile events at the White House, Laura creates a professional, yet engaging atmosphere where everyone feels valued and included. She ensures the event’s flow is smooth, keeps the audience connected, and handles any surprises with ease, all while representing the event’s core message and goals with enthusiasm and precision.
Facilitator
In her role as a facilitator, Laura Schwartz masterfully guides discussions, ensuring a balanced exchange of ideas while keeping participants engaged and focused. Her ability to listen actively, ask thought-provoking questions, and manage group dynamics creates an environment that encourages collaboration and solution-oriented dialogue.
With her extensive experience in leadership and communication, Laura ensures that everyone’s voice is heard and that conversations remain productive. Whether facilitating workshops, strategy sessions, or roundtable discussions, she ensures that objectives are met efficiently while keeping the energy positive and forward-thinking.
Moderator
As a moderator, Laura Schwartz excels in guiding panels and interviews with clarity, insight, and professionalism. Drawing on her experience as a television commentator, she poses intelligent, well-researched questions that encourage meaningful dialogue while ensuring all panelists or speakers contribute effectively.
Laura’s ability to manage time, navigate complex topics, and seamlessly integrate audience questions allows her to keep conversations on track and engaging. Her balanced and unbiased approach ensures discussions remain lively, insightful, and relevant to the event’s audience, making her a highly sought-after moderator for panels, debates, and interviews.
Talent Short Bio
Laura Schwartz is an internationally acclaimed keynote speaker, author, and television commentator known for her dynamic insights on leadership, communication, and building successful partnerships. Rising from a volunteer to the Director of Events at the White House during the Clinton Administration, Laura developed a rare mastery of managing high-pressure, high-stakes environments. She produced events at national and international levels, coordinating logistics, messaging, and diplomatic details that helped shape public perception and advance strategic objectives.
Her White House experience serves as the foundation for her global speaking career, where she empowers audiences to elevate leadership effectiveness, strengthen communication, and create thriving organizational cultures. Whether she is sharing lessons learned from navigating political power structures or revealing principles for collaboration, influence, and teamwork, Laura’s message resonates across industries and audience types. Her style is energizing, relatable, and deeply rooted in real-world application.
As a television commentator, Laura has analyzed major world events and political developments, giving her an informed, media-savvy perspective on communication strategy.
Read Full Bio
Laura Schwartz Speaker is an internationally acclaimed keynote speaker, author, and television commentator with a background that spans politics, media, and leadership. Her dynamic presentations blend her real-world experiences in the White House with practical strategies that inspire organizations and individuals to succeed. As a former Director of Events for the Clinton Administration, she leveraged her expertise to deliver high-impact, effective communications that have resonated with audiences around the globe.
Whether sharing lessons from her days in Washington, discussing how to build successful partnerships, or diving deep into leadership and team dynamics, Laura connects with diverse audiences through her engaging and energetic style. Her insights are rooted in her experience at the highest levels of power, which makes her an ideal speaker for conferences, corporate retreats, and industry events.
Keeping things Social Even before happy hour To keep audiences engaged before and during the event, Laura Schwartz Speaker interacts with the crowd using the power of social media. She incorporates your event’s handles, hashtags and names leading up to, during and after the conference.
Laura’s mission is always to be your biggest brand ambassador — and she’s committed to keeping the conversation going, on stage and off.
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**Summary of User Reviews for Laura's Keynote**
Laura's keynote has been highly praised for its transformative impact on organizations. Reviewers highlighted her insightful perspectives on leadership and partnership-building as particularly valuable, helping teams to advance effectively. The feedback emphasizes her ability to engage the audience and provide actionable takeaways.
**Strengths:**
– Insightful and practical leadership insights.
– Strong focus on partnership-building.
– Engaging presentation style.
**Weaknesses:**
– No significant weaknesses mentioned in the review.
Overall, Laura's keynote is recommended for organizations seeking to enhance their leadership and collaboration strategies.
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Additional tips and takeaways
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