Rae Ann Ianniello is an award-winning trainer who has taught over 5,000 business professionals to speak and write clearly, concisely, and confidently. She has developed over 100 workshops on topics including Presentation Skills, Leadership Development, Human Resource Management, Train-the-Trainer, Workplace Communication, Diversity, Customer Service, and more. Rae Ann holds a Master’s degree in Communication, two teaching credentials, a certificate in Human Resources Management and a Master Trainer certificate from NUMMI (Toyota affiliate).
She has served as the President of the HR Connection, a professional educational and networking group, and is a member of the American Society for Training & Development. With over 20 years of business experience, she has worked as a Director of Business Development, Human Resources Manager, Corporate Trainer, and College Professor.
In addition to co-authoring a textbook for improving speaking skills, Rae Ann has developed traditional and online courses for large and small companies, profits and non-profits, and government agencies. A dynamic, hands-on instructor, she delivers training that is interactive, practical, and fun!
Claire Laughlin, M.A.
Claire Laughlin is a dynamic and engaging trainer and consultant who uses experiential and innovative methods to help teams and organizations achieve results. With every client, she seeks to build individual leadership potential, teach positive communication habits, and enhance trust among and between team members.
As an independent consultant and trainer with 20 years of diverse experience, Claire brings a background in management, a relentless dedication to transformation, and a passion for improving relationships to all of her work.
With her master’s degree in Communication, Claire began her career as a college and university communication instructor. She soon found her niche as an organizational trainer and consultant. Claire is fully committed to working with clients as they cultivate practices aimed at making their organizations healthy and highly productive.
From leadership development, to communication essentials, to project management, Claire works with public, private and non-profit organizations and has taught at multiple colleges and universities in California.
When she’s not working with clients, Claire enjoys spending time with her family and friends, running in the redwoods, and doing yoga.
Drew Patterson, M.B.A.
Drew Patterson is an independent consultant, trainer, professor, and coach. He brings over a decade of sales success and has many success stories working with small businesses and start-ups.
Drew helps companies connect from the inside, connect to their customers, and think differently. He is able to do this by leveraging his past sales success, teaching experience, and consulting for diverse clients.
Drew also draws upon his other life experiences when working with clients, including travel throughout Europe, Asia, and North America. He is also an avid motorcyclist and cyclist, and believes that a work/life balance for business-people is achievable, enjoyable, and important for prolonged success.