Pitch With Influence
Communicate Your Vision, Value, and Impact
A powerful and practical workshop where participants master how to communicate their value proposition with clarity, confidence, and impact.
Virtual (2 hours) | In-person (half-day or full-day)
Recommended for cohorts of up to 50 participants. Multi-cohort options available.
Trusted By 200,000+
Every great idea deserves to be heard
High-achieving professionals pitch every day.
Mastering the pitch is a fundamental leadership capability for entrepreneurs, corporates, sales teams and more. Move beyond standard presentation skills and equip your team with the framework needed to bridge the gap between powerful ideas and strategic execution.
where this shows up
pitching to investors & donors
showcasing an idea
showcasing an idea
communicating strategy and vision to teams
leading meetings with strategic partners
Too many ideas, innovations or visions never become reality. Teams struggle, not because they lack strong ideas or value, but because they lack the hook, structure and language to convey those ideas with credibility and impact.
Participants leave with a repeatable
framework they can use daily.
In this powerful and practical session, participants master
the six essential components of a compelling pitch:
Deploy advanced narrative techniques:
when and how to use statistics strategically so data supports rather than distracts
bring audiences into the moment through storytelling and emotion
craft authentic, persuasive messaging that connects head and heart
Real-time practice and feedback help participants craft their own clear and confident messages
Bridge the gap between strategy and execution. Participants pressure-test their messaging in the room to ensure they can command the narrative when the stakes are real.
What teams and leaders walk away with
Corporate and sponsor benefit
Great missions fail without clear transmission. Whether you are securing venture capital, aligning a global team, or driving policy change, you need a shared protocol for influence. We replace ad-hoc communication with a structured framework that helps teams articulate value, vision, and impact.
When leaders speak with clarity, they mobilize resources faster and turn passive listeners into active champions.
Strategic Impact:
- Mobilize Resources: Secure funding, grants, or budget approvals with undeniable business cases.
- Drive Consensus: Align diverse stakeholders—from board members to community leaders—behind a single vision.
- Amplify Authority: Equip your team to represent the organization powerfully at industry summits and high-stakes partnerships.
- Accelerate Adoption: Pitch new initiatives, policies, or products with the clarity needed to win immediate buy-in.
Participants leave with:
a repeatable framework for influence and communication
clearer, more confident introductions that reflect impact and create trust
increased confidence in high-stakes conversations and/or pitches
clearer articulation of value and impact with strategic partners
persuasive storytelling skills that demonstrate impact and influence
Each participant receives a personalized Elevator Pitch Snapshot
(downloadable personal insights they can keep)
Format Options
Choose the format that fits your team’s goals:
Option 1
Pitch Accelerator
Extended, custom engagement to build, design, and calibrate your team’s complete pitch ecosystem.
Option 2
2-hour summit experience
A deeper, practice-driven workshop with more real-time coaching and feedback.
Option 3
In-person half-day
A premium session with deeper practice and group application.
Option 4
In-person full-day
A full-day experience that includes 1:1 coaching blocks for selected participants.
What’s Included
Live facilitated workshop (virtual or in-person)
Repeatable pitch framework with guided practice
Personalized Elevator Pitch Snapshot for every participant
Optional 1:1 coaching blocks for selected participants (full-day format)
Optional Add On
Our Values and Motivation Assessment can be added to strengthen alignment and communication. Multi-lingual support available.
Who This Is For
Perfect for:
High-achieving corporate teams
Leadership cohorts
ERGs and employee communities
Nonprofits and mission-driven teams
Incubators and accelerators
Innovation teams
Founders and social entrepreneurs
Investment
Virtual
2-Hour Workshop
$5,000 USD
In-Person
Half-Day
$10,000 USD
In-Person
Full Day
Includes 1:1 coaching blocks for selected participants
$20,000 USD
Recommended for cohorts of up to 50 participants. Multi-cohort options available.
What others have to say
Everyone present LOVED the session
We can’t thank you enough… your extreme generosity of time and expertise. Everyone present LOVED the session, and we all learned so much. Excellent material and we’ll make this type of training/ coaching part of our future events for entrepreneurs.
Véronique Lagrange | Executive Director, California Milk Board
I’ve never experienced something so transformational over my 10 years of entrepreneurship.
This been one of the brightest lights. The insights about storytelling and pushing us to craft compelling stories that connect our personal lives with our startups. The benefit followed me all the way into a separate pitch competition where I won and was told that I was a skilled storyteller, from the executive director to celebrity influencers.
Watson Institute and Ashley Rankin | Founder & CEO, AR Naturals
What an incredible session!
One of the best workshops I have attended. Thank you so much for your time, candor and expertise! Your expertise made a meaningful difference, and we’ve received an overwhelming amount of positive feedback The advice was truly impactful and I’m excited to see the companies improve their pitches coming out of yesterday! We are already looking forward to having you back!
Ayodele Aigbe | Head of Business Development, Venture Fuel
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this only for entrepreneurs or sales teams?
Not at all. While entrepreneurs and sales teams benefit greatly, this workshop is designed for anyone who needs to influence others—including leaders, managers, nonprofit professionals, and teams navigating change. If your role requires buy-in, alignment, or clear communication, this is for you.
Can this be delivered virtually?
Yes. The workshop is highly effective both virtually and in person. Virtual sessions are interactive, engaging, and designed to maintain energy through breakout rooms, live practice, and real-time feedback.
Do participants practice live?
Absolutely. This is not a lecture. Participants actively practice their pitches in real time, receive structured feedback, and refine their message during the session. The goal is immediate application—not just insight.
What is the Elevator Pitch Snapshot?
The Elevator Pitch Snapshot is a quick diagnostic tool used at the start of the workshop. It captures how participants currently communicate their ideas under pressure, helping identify strengths and gaps. This becomes the baseline we build from, so participants can clearly see their progress by the end.
Can we include coaching blocks?
Yes. Many organizations choose to pair the workshop with individual or small-group coaching sessions. These coaching blocks deepen the learning, personalize feedback, and help participants apply the methodology to real, high-stakes situations they’re facing.
Why
Dr. Paul Rivera and Dr. Esther Zeledon bring a rare blend of experience in diplomacy, leadership psychology, philanthropy, and human transformation to every room they enter.
Their workshops have been featured at Fortune 500 companies, education associations with over 200,000 members, and humanitarian initiatives worldwide.
Their work inspires AND equips people with practical tools to perform, connect, and lead differently.
Each session combines evidence-based insight with real-world stories to create lasting impact that transcends titles, roles, and industries.
Want your team to communicate vision, value,
and impact with more clarity and confidence?
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