Out Front

Communication Immersion workshop
2021-07-19 - 2021-07-20
Whether you pitch for business, raise money for your favorite non-profit, or want to be seen as a thought leader on the global stage, this Eloqui workshop provides the necessary tools.
Over two days, a select group of seasoned professionals come together to learn new skills and find their voice. With a maximum of 8 attendees, everyone is up-on-their-feet multiple times, with the opportunity to hear from their peers, as well as the trainers, and make adjustments to ensure success.
Our next workshop will be held at the La Fonda hotel in Santa Fe, New Mexico on Mon, July 19th and Tues, July 20th from 9-4:00 pm. We limit attendance to 8 for maximized personal attention. The workshop fee (including all meals and materials) is $3,000. Plus, we’ve negotiated an Eloqui nightly room rate of only $179 when their rates are usually $250!
We’re keeping the workshop price the same as in 2019. Plus, if (g-d forbid) we have a resurgence in COVID, we can postpone the workshop and you won’t lose money with us or the hotel. The good news is that even without herd immunity, the room is large enough to socially distance. And we can all wear masks when sitting around the conference table.
Your fee includes a specially prepared dinner on July 19th. Local chef, Johnny Vee creates a memorable experience, whipping up a delicious 4-course meal.
Have a glass of champagne, wine and appetizer, learn about New Mexico cuisine, watch the sunset and relax.

The first day of the workshop is focused on creating a make-or-break presentation, incorporating the critical elements of structure and delivery… The second day is all about communication skills, rehearsal techniques and impression management: what you project, and how to engineer the perception you want. The agenda also covers how to read and respond to any audience, and advanced techniques from the professional’s playbook to becoming an engaging speaker.
Here’s what past ‘graduates’ had to say:
Words cannot describe my gratitude to you both. You are the 8th wonders of the world. And I am beyond grateful to have experienced your supernatural gifts. Than you from the bottom of my heart for your sincerity and guidance.
Dr. Tina Shenouda
M.D., M.B.A.
The Eloqui Communications training gave me hands-on tools and lots of practice and feedback. Deborah and David’s seasoned expertise, memorable advice, and the interactive quality of the workshop was truly transformational, inspirational and fun. I’m eager to use what I learned right away to connect and engage with a variety of audiences and situations.
Ellen Taaffe ‘97
Director of Women’s Leadership Programming
Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University
The Eloqui workshop was the most impactful professional development activity I’ve experienced in my fifteen years as a lawyer. I’m not prone to hyperbole, but I genuinely believe it will be a turning point in my law practice as it relates to public speaking and communication. I strongly recommend Eloqui to any professional who wants to take his or her public speaking and communication skills not just to the next level, but into the stratosphere.
Brian Moskal
Environmental Attorney, Partner at Greenberg Glusker
Thanks again for an amazing workshop! The entire experience was exhilarating, supportive, warm, fun (a little scary) and highly productive. The tools are fantastic but the energy you two brought to the workshop was where the real magic happened. I couldn’t have done it with anyone else.
Rebecca Jennings
President and CEO of Hips and Curves and Vistage member
Ten of my law firm’s attorneys and staff have attended Eloqui’s Immersion Training and Workshops, and each has come back excited from what they had learned. They implement and use Eloqui’s innovative training and skills in order to better meet and communicate with clients from around the world in addition to lecturing and presenting at international conferences and symposiums. As an attorney, I benefit from Eloqui’s training every day. I’ve been able to better understand and adjust my communication skills with clients and colleagues so that my daily business runs more smoothly.
David Hirson, Partner
David Hirson & Partners, LLP
Best presentation training I have ever received.
Mike Grimme
Retirement Sales Director, Pacific Northwest of OneAmerica
Thank you so much for a GREAT 2 days! I have never been so entertained, had so much fun and learned so much at any training. While I normally struggle to keep my eyes open after lunch, your program kept me constantly engaged. Because of your training, I will never again look at speaking or other speakers the same way!
Leigh Harris
ADP Dealer Services

Presentation Training at Ascent Resources
2021-07-07 - 2021-07-27
For the second time in two years, Eloqui co-founders Deborah Shames and David Booth return to Ascent Resources in Oklahoma City to train their interns in presentation and PowerPoint training.

Communication Immersion workshop
2021-06-28 - 2021-06-29
Whether you pitch for business, raise money for your favorite non-profit, or want to be seen as a thought leader on the global stage, this Eloqui workshop provides the necessary tools.
Over two days, a select group of seasoned professionals come together to learn new skills and find their voice. With a maximum of 8 attendees, everyone is up-on-their-feet multiple times, with the opportunity to hear from their peers, as well as the trainers, and make adjustments to ensure success.
Our next workshop will be held at the La Fonda hotel in Santa Fe, New Mexico on Mon, June 28th and Tues, June 29th from 9-4:00 pm. We limit attendance to 8 for maximized personal attention. The workshop fee (including all meals and materials) is $3,000. Plus, we’ve negotiated an Eloqui nightly room rate of only $139 when their rates are usually $250!
We’re keeping the workshop price the same as in 2019. Plus, if (g-d forbid) we have a resurgence in COVID, we can postpone the workshop and you won’t lose money with us or the hotel. The good news is that even without herd immunity, the room is large enough to socially distance. And we can all wear masks when sitting around the conference table.
Your fee includes a specially prepared dinner on June 28th. Local chef, Johnny Vee creates a memorable experience, whipping up a delicious 4-course meal.
Have a glass of champagne, wine and appetizer, learn about New Mexico cuisine, watch the sunset and relax.

The first day of the workshop is focused on creating a make-or-break presentation, incorporating the critical elements of structure and delivery… The second day is all about communication skills, rehearsal techniques and impression management: what you project, and how to engineer the perception you want. The agenda also covers how to read and respond to any audience, and advanced techniques from the professional’s playbook to becoming an engaging speaker.
Here’s what past ‘graduates’ had to say:
Words cannot describe my gratitude to you both. You are the 8th wonders of the world. And I am beyond grateful to have experienced your supernatural gifts. Than you from the bottom of my heart for your sincerity and guidance.
Dr. Tina Shenouda
M.D., M.B.A.
The Eloqui Communications training gave me hands-on tools and lots of practice and feedback. Deborah and David’s seasoned expertise, memorable advice, and the interactive quality of the workshop was truly transformational, inspirational and fun. I’m eager to use what I learned right away to connect and engage with a variety of audiences and situations.
Ellen Taaffe ‘97
Director of Women’s Leadership Programming
Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University
The Eloqui workshop was the most impactful professional development activity I’ve experienced in my fifteen years as a lawyer. I’m not prone to hyperbole, but I genuinely believe it will be a turning point in my law practice as it relates to public speaking and communication. I strongly recommend Eloqui to any professional who wants to take his or her public speaking and communication skills not just to the next level, but into the stratosphere.
Brian Moskal
Environmental Attorney, Partner at Greenberg Glusker
Thanks again for an amazing workshop! The entire experience was exhilarating, supportive, warm, fun (a little scary) and highly productive. The tools are fantastic but the energy you two brought to the workshop was where the real magic happened. I couldn’t have done it with anyone else.
Rebecca Jennings
President and CEO of Hips and Curves and Vistage member
Ten of my law firm’s attorneys and staff have attended Eloqui’s Immersion Training and Workshops, and each has come back excited from what they had learned. They implement and use Eloqui’s innovative training and skills in order to better meet and communicate with clients from around the world in addition to lecturing and presenting at international conferences and symposiums. As an attorney, I benefit from Eloqui’s training every day. I’ve been able to better understand and adjust my communication skills with clients and colleagues so that my daily business runs more smoothly.
David Hirson, Partner
David Hirson & Partners, LLP
Best presentation training I have ever received.
Mike Grimme
Retirement Sales Director, Pacific Northwest of OneAmerica
Thank you so much for a GREAT 2 days! I have never been so entertained, had so much fun and learned so much at any training. While I normally struggle to keep my eyes open after lunch, your program kept me constantly engaged. Because of your training, I will never again look at speaking or other speakers the same way!
Leigh Harris
ADP Dealer Services

Biz Dev Workshop
2021-06-15 12:30 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
For the first time since the pandemic struck, Deborah and David will be conducting our popular workshop in-person. Join us in Woodland Hills on Tuesday, June 15th 9th from 1 – 5:00 p.m. with a complimentary lunch served at 12:30 p.m.
The workshop will focus on the foundational skills everyone needs to communicate most effectively: storytelling, identifying your unique differentiators and how to open any presentation, or devise a compelling elevator speech. We will also take requests, and offer tips on overcoming anxiety, movement, and gestures.
We limit attendance to no more than 8 professionals. We are fully vaccinated, but will socially distance and it’s your choice if you would like to wear a mask. The fee is $500 which also enables you to contact us after the workshop (via phone or email) for no additional charge!

LampsPlus
2021-05-21 08:00 - 09:00
Deborah and David will deliver a sample of their training to the sales team at Lamps Plus. Modules include Active Cueing and Listening, Intention and Impression Management.

Sales training for EasyBreathe
2021-05-11 - 2021-06-01
Deborah and David return virtually to EasyBreathe to train their sales team on how to be perceived as a Trusted Advisor, relate compelling anecdotes and read/respond to any communication style using the Eloqui Communication Index. The goal is to provide the very best customer service. This 3-part series takes place on May 11th, 21st and June 1st.

Leadership Skills for Northern Trust
2021-04-21 - 2021-04-28
Deborah presents two interactive, virtual sessions to female leaders at Northern Trust on April 21st and 28th. She covers the difference between virtual vs in-person presentations, Executive Presence including setting an Intention and Choosing the right Role, as well as how to be effective when faced with critical conversations.

Presentation to Mommy Esq of OC
2021-04-20 12:00 - 13:00
Deborah speaks to moms at Mommy Esq on how to marry strong communication skills with virtual technology. Mommy Esq is a committee under the Orange County Bar Association. Thank you Emily Singer Hurvitz for the invitation to speak.

Coach EO LA North on TED Talks
2021-04-01
Deborah and David coach Doug Ridley’s Entrepreneurs’ Organization chapter on how to give a compelling, memorable TED Talk-style talk.

Deborah inspires Latina hs students
2021-03-31
Deborah has donated copies of her book, “Out Front: How Women can Become Engaging, Memorable and Fearless Speakers” to the Latina students and faculty at the Ophelia program. She also speaks to the assembled group of female, high school students on how to find their unique and authentic voice.

Rutgers invites Deborah to speak
2021-03-08 - 2021-03-22
Deborah speaks to communications majors at Rutgers, as well as members of their speaking competition organization, RPSO on March 8th as well as March 22nd. Deborah has also donated copies of her book: “Out Front.” Thank you Erin Christie, the Undergraduate Internship Coordinator of SC&I at Rutgers University for coordinating and facilitating both talks.

Pitch to Win: Virtual Victory
2021-03-03
Deborah and David deliver a webinar on how to pitch and win new business to OneAmerica retirement advisors and colleagues. The webinar received the second highest rating of the series.

IRC Conference webinars
2021-02-22 - 2021-02-24
Deborah and David twice presented to recruiters around the world at the IRC (International Recruiters Conference) on Pitch to Win– techniques to grow their business. One of the attendees gave them the following evaluation:
Great presentation with not only a what to do approach but a how to do it approach. Excellent!

Eloqui Communication Immersion Workshop - La Fonda Hotel, Santa Fe, NM
2020-05-21 - 2020-05-22, 2020-04-06 - 2020-04-07, 2020-01-06 - 2020-01-07
Over two days, this training covers how to structure and deliver any presentation, read and respond to any audience, move in a space, rehearse to keep material fresh and engagement techniques from the professional’s playbook. Attendance is limited to 8 professionals and executives. The all-inclusive fee is $3,000.

Deborah to present at Women Presidents' Organization - Los Angeles
2020-05-19
Deborah gives a talk to members of the Women Presidents’ Organization Los Angeles Chapter.

Presentation at ACG Rising Stars Workshop - Los Angeles, CA
2020-05-18
Deborah & David return to ACG’s Rising Stars Workshop to give their popular talk about creating a memorable “elevator pitch” focusing on creating a unique differentiator for each participant.

Training at Southeastern Grocers in Jacksonville, FL
2020-02-21
Deborah & David travel east to train the CEO and his team at Southeastern Grocers in Jacksonville, Florida.

Communication training for iLead Schools - Castaic, CA
2020-01-23 - 2020-01-24
Over two days in Castaic, Deborah and David train the team at iLead Schools including their Board of Directors.

Training for Institutional Advisors at Northern Trust - Miami, FL
2020-01-13
This all day training focuses on pitch skills, including team presenting, intention, role, reading your audience and storytelling.

Eloqui Communication Immersion Workshop - La Fonda Hotel, Santa Fe, NM
2019-11-18 - 2019-11-19
Over two days, this training covers how to structure and deliver any presentation, read and respond to any audience, move in a space, rehearse to keep material fresh and engagement techniques from the professional’s playbook. Attendance is limited to 8 professionals and executives. The all-inclusive fee is $3,000. There are only two slots remaining.

Advanced Own the Room Training at Prolacta Bioscience - Duarte, CA
2019-11-11 - 2019-11-13
Deborah and David conduct the next level Eloqui 3-part communication and presentation training.

Training for Foundation and Institutional Advisors at Northern Trust - Miami, FL
2019-11-05

Communication Immersion Workshop for Ochsner Health Organization - New Orleans, LA
2019-10-28 - 2019-10-29, 2019-10-17 - 2019-10-18
Over two days, this training covers how to structure and deliver presentations, read and respond to any audience, rehearse to keep material fresh, and PowerPoint techniques.

OneDigital Trainings for Sales and Producers - Irvine, CA
2019-10-22 - 2019-10-23
Two separate groups will be trained in Eloqui techniques including how to structure presentations, team presenting and reading your audience.

Communication Training at THORN - San Francisco, CA
2019-10-09
A full day Communication Skills training for new hires at nonprofit THORN in San Francisco, CA.

Sales training for Fisher Investments in Camas, WA
2019-09-25
Eloqui welcomes new client Fisher Investments and delivers sales skills including storytelling, differentiators and elevator speeches. Impression management is also included.

Training for Foundation and Institutional Advisors at Northern Trust Headquarters in Chicago, IL
2019-09-24
