Guest Lecturer Directory

Communication & Public Speaking Guest Speakers & Lecturers

Communication professionals on the skills every graduate needs — presenting, writing, storytelling, and communicating across cultures. 23 guest lecturers are available for university classes — introductions are 100% free.

  • Brendan ScolariNEW YORK

    Executive Communications, Strategy, Management/Leadership, Advertising, Operations

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  • Shefali KulkarniMumbai, India

    Intercultural Communication, Business Communication, Ethics in Business

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  • Aashna MinochaGurugram

    Media & Communication Studies Journalism & Mass Communication Public Relations & Corporate Communication Digital Marketing & Content Strategy Psychology in Communication Personality Development & Public Speaking Media Careers & Industry Readiness

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  • Edit KerekesDubai

    Strategic Diplomacy in Southeast Asia: Lessons from Embassy in Singapore for modern international relations. Public Administration Leadership: Navigating policy and crisis in multicultural hubs like Singapore. Career Juggling for Professionals: Real-world tactics from interviewing global women leaders on The Juggleverse podcast. Women's Empowerment in High-Stakes Roles: Recalibrating motherhood and executive success. Digital Storytelling for Diplomats and Executives: Building influence via podcasts and social media. Cultural Negotiation Skills: Multilingual strategies from European and Asian diplomatic postings.

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  • harshithBangalore India

    Embedded Systems Architecture Firmware Engineering Fundamentals Secure Boot & Trusted Firmware Design RTOS Concepts and Real-Time Scheduling Low-Power Embedded Firmware Design Industrial IoT Device Firmware Microcontroller Systems (ARM Cortex / STM32) Communication Protocols (CAN, BLE, UART, SPI) Embedded Diagnostics & Reliability Engineering Bootloader Design and Firmware Update Mechanisms

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  • Umar HassanPakistan

    Skillset for Success (Soft Skills for the future) Self Leadership Emotional Intelligence Communication Skills Wellbeing Matters Productive Life and Goal Setting

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  • Dr Nutan KumariMathura

    Business Communication, Writing Skills, Interpersonal Skills, English Language Teaching

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  • Kirti guptaGurgaon

    Students often study theory; you can provide the reality of how Fortune 500 companies actually operate. • Topic: From Shared Services to GBS: How companies move from simple cost-arbitrage to becoming value-driven "Global Capability Centers" (GCCs). • Topic: Operating Model Design: Explaining the "Build vs. Buy vs. Hybrid" decision-making process in global sourcing. 2. Digital Transformation & Future of Work This is arguably the most "in-demand" area for guest lectures. • Topic: AI & Automation in Corporate Functions: How GenAI is moving GBS beyond basic automation (RPA) to intelligent decision-making in Finance and HR. • Topic: The Digital Finance Function: Moving from record-to-report (R2R) to real-time predictive analytics. 3. Change Management & Global Leadership Consulting is as much about "people" as it is about "processes." • Topic: Leading Large-Scale Transformations: The psychology of change management when transitioning thousands of roles to a global delivery model. • Topic: Stakeholder Management: How to manage C-suite expectations and navigate corporate politics during a restructuring. 4. Specialized GBS Domains Depending on your specific project history, you can deep-dive into: • Finance Transformation: Working capital optimization, ESG reporting, and tax transparency. • Supply Chain & Procurement: Building resilient global supply chains using GBS hubs. • HR Transformation: Designing a global "Hire-to-Retire" journey in a decentralized world. 5. Career Readiness (The "Consulting Toolkit") Students are always eager to learn the "unspoken" skills of a top-tier consultant. • Topic: Structured Problem Solving: Using MECE (Mutually Exclusive, Collectively Exhaustive) and hypothesis-driven approaches. • Topic: Storylining & Executive Communication: How to turn complex data into a 3-slide deck for a CFO. • Topic: The Life of a Consultant: Bridging the gap between academic theory and the high-pressure environment of GBS consulting.

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  • Arya UpadhyayAustin (In NYC for the summer)

    Biodegradable Electronics & Nanorobotics Edge AI for Environmental Monitoring Microplastics and Sustainable Technology Women in STEM Leadership Student Research & Publishing Cybersecurity Fundamentals AI in Healthcare and Environmental Systems Entrepreneurship for Young Innovators Research Communication & Scientific Storytelling

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  • Dr. Russ JonesOxford

    Interpersonal communication, media and culture, ethics, current trends in media and Gen Z communication behavior.

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  • Caitlyn CarusoLas Vegas, NV

    I am a Nevada-based educator, advocate, and speaker dedicated to replacing sexual shame with radical healing, bodily autonomy, and intersectional wellness. My work bridges the gap between policy, clinical wellness, and modern media. My professional path evolved from serving as a campus peer sexual health educator and structural sexuality policy advocate to my current work as a professional adult media creator and entertainer. This unique blend of experience allows me to approach conversations around intimacy, trauma, and identity from a deeply authentic, shame-free "Pleasure Professional" perspective. I work closely with universities, student affairs departments, and campus organizations to deliver high-impact, survival-centric programming. Moving past sterile academic lectures, I focus on real-world tools that resonate with today's students—particularly those navigating life at the crossroads of multiracial identity, trauma recovery, and the LGBTQ+ experience. 🎙️ Keynote & Workshop Specializations: • The Pleasure Professional: Revolutionizing sex education, dismantling sexual shame, and building media literacy around modern intimacy. • Pleasure-Centered Harm Reduction: Implementing trauma-informed communication, real-world boundaries, and radical consent frameworks. • Navigating Ambiguity: Strategies for student survival, community building, and self-advocacy within the multiracial and queer student experience. • Trauma as a Teacher, Not a Sentence: Somatic and psychological coping mechanisms for students, activists, and leaders navigating systemic or personal grief.

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  • Olayide AinaAtlanta, GA

    • Organizational Leadership • Project Management • Agile & Scrum • Business Strategy • Change Management • Leadership Development • Professional Communication • Conflict Resolution • Team Dynamics & Collaboration • Stakeholder Engagement • Adult Learning & Professional Development

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  • Grace OkuboLagos

    Design & Innovation Design Thinking Human-Centered Design User Experience (UX) Design User Interface (UI) Design Product Design Service Design Graphic Design Visual Communication Information Design Branding and Identity Design Creative Problem Solving Design Research Design Strategy Design Systems Digital Product Development Futures & Strategic Foresight Introduction to Strategic Foresight Futures Thinking Scenario Planning Speculative Design Participatory Futures Emerging Technologies and Society Trend Analysis Systems Thinking Futures Literacy Innovation Strategy Responsible Innovation Designing for Uncertain Futures Technology AI for Designers AI and Creativity Digital Transformation Technology Innovation Product Management Agile and Scrum Fundamentals No-Code Product Development Human-AI Collaboration Writing & Communication Academic Writing First-Year Composition Technical Writing Professional Writing Digital Storytelling Visual Storytelling Writing for Designers Research Communication Critical Reading Presentation Skills Research Design Research Methods Qualitative Research Research Through Design Human-Centered Research Mixed Methods Research Literature Reviews Research Proposal Writing Entrepreneurship Design Entrepreneurship Innovation Management Creative Entrepreneurship Digital Business Strategy Freelancing for Designers Portfolio Development Personal Branding Media & Communication Digital Media Communication Design Social Media Strategy Content Strategy Digital Publishing Media Literacy Professional Development Career Development for Designers UX Portfolio Reviews Interview Preparation for Designers Design Leadership Cross-Cultural Collaboration Remote Team Collaboration Professional Ethics in Design Workshops & Short Courses Design Thinking Bootcamp UX Design Fundamentals Introduction to Figma AI Tools for Creative Professionals Scenario Planning Workshop Systems Mapping Speculative Prototyping Design Sprint Facilitation Research Methods for Designers Academic Writing for Graduate Students Effective Presentation Skills Building a Professional Portfolio Personal Branding for Creatives

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  • Derod JoynerBaltimore

    Public Policy, Government, Public Administration, communications

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  • Mohammed Yaseen Puthen Parambil AboobakerLondon

    As a business academic with an MBA in Global Business and a practitioner-focused teaching philosophy, I offer engaging, interactive guest lectures across the following domains. Each session is designed to be case-study driven, practically oriented, and tailored to the level of the audience from foundation through to MBA and executive education. 1. Marketing & Digital Strategy Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC) in the Digital Age – A strategic exploration of frameworks including AIDA, RACE, PESO, omnichannel communication, and brand positioning. Students participate in a live communication audit and design a mini-IMC campaign for a real-world brand. Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) & Digital Marketing Fundamentals – Demystifying SEO for business students: keyword research, on-page/off-page optimisation, content strategy, and measuring digital marketing ROI. Data-Driven Personalisation & Conversational Marketing – Examining how AI, marketing automation, chatbots, and short-form video are transforming customer engagement and brand loyalty in a hyper-connected landscape. Purpose-Driven Branding & Ethical Marketing – How modern brands build trust through authenticity, social responsibility, and transparent communication in an era of conscious consumerism. 2. Strategic Business Management Strategic Frameworks for Competitive Advantage – Translating complex models (Porter’s Five Forces, PESTLE, SWOT, Blue Ocean Strategy, Value Chain Analysis) into actionable tools for postgraduate and executive learners. Business Model Innovation for a Changing World – How organisations can pivot, adapt, and innovate their business models in response to market disruption, technological change, and shifting consumer behaviours. Strategic Decision-Making Under Uncertainty – Equipping students with frameworks to analyse risk, evaluate trade-offs, and make confident strategic choices in volatile environments. 3. Entrepreneurship, Leadership & Innovation From Idea to Venture: The Entrepreneurial Mindset – Covering opportunity identification, business planning, lean startup methodology, and pitching to investors. Leading High-Performing Teams – Exploring leadership styles, team dynamics, conflict resolution, and the psychology of effective collaboration in diverse workplaces. Design Thinking for Business Innovation – A hands-on session introducing human-centred problem-solving, ideation techniques, and rapid prototyping for business challenges. 4. Global Business & International Markets Navigating Cross-Cultural Business Environments – Understanding cultural dimensions, communication styles, and negotiation strategies for success in global markets. Emerging Markets & Global Growth Strategies – Analysing market entry strategies, risk assessment, and the unique opportunities and challenges of operating in developing economies. 5. Academic & Professional Development Critical Thinking & Data-Driven Decision-Making – How to evaluate evidence, challenge assumptions, and use quantitative/qualitative data to inform business strategy. Effective Business Communication & Presentation Skills – Practical techniques for structuring compelling business narratives, delivering impactful presentations, and influencing stakeholders. Project-Based Learning & Collaborative Problem-Solving – Drawing on real-world business scenarios to teach students how to work effectively in teams, manage projects, and deliver results under pressure.

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  • arshad siddiquiHalle (Saale)

    Press Freedom and Digital Authoritarianism in South Asia Bangladesh's Digital Security Act: A Case Study in Transnational Digital Repression Journalism in Exile: Challenges, Isolation, and Strategies for Continuing the Work Media Freedom During Political Transitions (Bangladesh's 2024 uprising and its aftermath) Minority and Indigenous Rights in South Asian Media and Policy The Right to Information: Building and Defending Government Transparency Laws Conflict Transformation and Peacebuilding in Divided Societies Literature and Exile: Bengali Poetry, Storytelling, and Writing Across Displacement Documentary Photography as a Tool for Human Rights Storytelling Community-Building and Intercultural Dialogue in Migrant/Refugee Contexts

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  • Julian AdamsColumbia, SC

    Filmmaking, Producing, Writing, Directing, Acting, Media Studies, Media Arts, Creative Writing, Storytelling, Communications, Content Promotion, Marketing, Art as a Career, Entrepreneurship, Resource Management, Strategic Risk-Taking, Creative Problem-Solving, Team Building, Purpose-Driven Creative Execution, Historical Perspective & Leadership, Conflict Resolution, Unity & Team Cohesion, Strategic Decision-Making, Cultural Heritage

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  • Natasa Kusmuk-DuusSarajevo

    Public-purpose leadership; ethical leadership and AI governance; stakeholder engagement and intercultural leadership; women, gender and institutional power; migration, refugees, settlement and multicultural policy; human trafficking and modern slavery; community development and social cohesion; social-policy evaluation; NGO governance and community investment; international relations, war, diplomacy and peace; maritime security and piracy; trade and investment; start-ups and international business development; youth leadership and career development.

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  • Linda Ann ColemanPittsburgh

    My Ph.D. is in Rhetoric9 English) and communication. Cultural, marketing and PR. Writing skills, business and leadership.

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  • Joy HopkinsWashington, DC

    Data literacy, data visualization and storytelling, data ethics, data strategy

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  • Joy HopkinsWashington, DC

    Data literacy, data ethics, data storytelling, data strategy

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  • Dr. Nicole EllisSmithfied

    I could lecture on the following topics: Project Management Strategic Management Organizational Leadership Remote & Hybrid Leadership Business Strategy Change Management Organizational Behavior Leadership Development Operations Management Entrepreneurship Professional & Career Development Women in Leadership Communication & Team Management

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  • Suchismita GhoshalMalda

    Philosophy, Religion & History of Ideas Literature, Literary Cultures & Comparative Literature Folklore, Heritage & Cultural Transmission Material Culture & Everyday Life Memory, Archives & Digital Afterlives Embodiment, Affect & Emotional History Gender, Sexuality & Feminist Thought Environmental Humanities & Climate Imagination Sacred Landscapes, Religion & Cultural Symbolism Visual Culture & Postdigital Studies Borders, Mobility & Cultural Identity Public Humanities & Research Communication

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