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Executive Communication

Lisa Marie Gelhaus

"We can have all the means of communication in the world, but nothing, absolutely nothing, replaces the gaze of a human being."

— Paulo Coelho

I arrived in Bologna fresh out of university—it’s a state secret how many decades ago—believing I’d teach Italians how to speak in public. I had to wait. I gained a wealth of work experience until, in 2021, I founded WordWorks with Turan Tanin.

Since then, we’ve built a team of brilliant and fun trainers who are, above all, my dearest friends.

Who I am

International Executive Coach specializing in high-exposure Business Presenting.

As a bilingual American (Eng-Ita), Lisa works with managers and leaders in international contexts where clear and authoritative communication makes the difference.

Her specialties include:

  • Executive Communication : communication in high-visibility, high-stakes, and high-exposure moments. Board meetings, investor relations, pitches to international stakeholders, communication crisis situations, private equity exit presentations.

At WordWorks, she coordinates the team and oversees the most complex programs for structured companies operating in multiple markets and languages.

Preferred work contexts

Highly exposed leadership (C-suite, board)

International and multicultural teams

Private Equity and Investment Banking

Companies in transition or global expansion

Languages ​​of delivery

Italian and English.

Programs

Lisa Marie Gelhaus's courses

Each program is built around the client’s specific goals. These are the core modules Lisa develops and coordinates.

No Fear Business Presenting

Overcome public communication block and find an authentic and authoritative voice in any business context.

Messages that motivate

How to build and deliver messages that inspire, align, and drive action—from the boardroom to the corporate town hall.

Awesome Stage Presence

Executive presence and communicative authority for leaders who must assert themselves in high-visibility contexts.

Private Equity Storytelling for High Value Exits

Specialized communications for M&A, investor relations, and presentations to potential buyers or investors.

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Something about me

Lisa Marie Gelhaus - Online Presenting WordWorks

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