"Laurin is an absolute superstar in her profession and her expertise. Her thinking, development plans and coaching are both extremely practical and inspirational. Whether you need to develop your communication skills in a particular area or prepare for a media opportunity, Laurin is the person you want to work with to improve and have in your corner to help deliver.
Testimonials
"Laurin rocks. She goes way beyond the tips and tricks of classical media training and helps you get to the essence of your message. Instead of just learning the rules, you actually learn to feel your best self and convey that to any audience.... More »
"Laurin rocks. She goes way beyond the tips and tricks of classical media training and helps you get to the essence of your message. Instead of just learning the rules, you actually learn to feel your best self and convey that to any audience. Her infectious personality and enthusiasm made me feel wholly comfortable, confident and ready to face the camera!" ... « Less
Maureen Chiquet: Former Chief Executive Officer, Chanel
Laurin Sydney is truly the media whisperer we all need. For me she has always been my partner to ensure I get to the core of my message and more importantly to make it memorable and powerful. A complete ecosystem of presentation coaching, media training, leadership communications and more. I have worked with her individually and she has transformed my teams.... More »
Laurin Sydney is truly the media whisperer we all need. For me she has always been my partner to ensure I get to the core of my message and more importantly to make it memorable and powerful. A complete ecosystem of presentation coaching, media training, leadership communications and more. I have worked with her individually and she has transformed my teams. She was pivotal for the team at WW and worked across different levels of presenters to insure that the launch of the WW Impact Manifesto at Alice Tully Hall, live streamed to the world, was powerful, clear and had impact. She made instant connections, instilled both trust and confidence and elevated each individual beyond what they even though possible. She quickly can diagnose, sharpen and hone your skills and give you the confidence to deliver your message in the most impactful way. And, she does it with humor and humanity. She gamifies the experience and makes you want to continue to raise the bar for yourself and your team. ... « Less
Mindy Grossman: CEO & President WW (formally Weight Watchers International)
"The remarkably talented whirlwind that is Laurin Sydney, walked into our organization and in mere hours made a huge difference in everyone she touched.... More »
"The remarkably talented whirlwind that is Laurin Sydney, walked into our organization and in mere hours made a huge difference in everyone she touched. Her magic has stayed with the organization to this day. A communication angel on our shoulders for articulating our messaging to the United Nations, on “The View,” from the White House to Malawi." ... « Less
Joel Goldman: Elizabeth Taylor Aides Foundation: Former Managing Director
"Laurin can do it all. Hired to host our launch event at Radio City Music Hall and went way beyond by raising the bar on performance for everyone involved."
"Laurin can do it all. Hired to host our launch event at Radio City Music Hall and went way beyond by raising the bar on performance for everyone involved." ... « Less
Caren Pasquale Secler: Vice President of Coca-Cola Brand and Trademark Strategy
"Laurin turns public speaking in a game, a challenge to be overcome, a craft to be practiced and perfected. Working together was a Transformative Experience.... More »
"Laurin turns public speaking in a game, a challenge to be overcome, a craft to be practiced and perfected. Working together was a Transformative Experience. I would rather die than speak in public. My work required it, which led me to Laurin Sydney. Laurin’s enthusiasm, sharpness and wit is contagious." ... « Less
Private Equity Senior Vice President: Barclays London
"She’s awesome. I’ve had the great opportunity to work with Laurin on multiple occasions as the CEO of Calvin Klein. Laurin possesses a unique ability to guide and critique in a comfortable and humorous manner. The quality of my efforts improved significantly... More »
"She’s awesome. I’ve had the great opportunity to work with Laurin on multiple occasions as the CEO of Calvin Klein. Laurin possesses a unique ability to guide and critique in a comfortable and humorous manner. The quality of my efforts improved significantly as a result of our work together. Anyone looking for a superb professional to help elevate their presentation skills would be well served to contact." ... « Less
Steve Shiffman: Former Chief Executive Officer, Calvin Klein
"Working with Laurin is always an A-List experience. Her expertise, creative mind and sense of humor makes for great TV and her relatability is perfect for all kinds of audiences. She’s a consummate professional."
"Working with Laurin is always an A-List experience. Her expertise, creative mind and sense of humor makes for great TV and her relatability is perfect for all kinds of audiences. She’s a consummate professional." ... « Less
Joanne LaMarca Mathisen: Executive Producer NBC/ Today Hoda and Jenna
"Laurin and I worked together for years. She worked with the executives at my former company and has a great talent for giving high level execs feedback, help them shape a relevant message and present it authentically.... More »
"Laurin and I worked together for years. She worked with the executives at my former company and has a great talent for giving high level execs feedback, help them shape a relevant message and present it authentically. Laurin was critical in the evolution of the HSN host team. Every host at HSN had a special talent and brand story, but weren't always able to let that shine with comfort on air. Laurin's combination of refreshing honesty, matched with a detailed action plan really helped our team of on-air talent professionals shine. I miss working so closely with Laurin and look forward to doing it again!" ... « Less
Jennifer Cotter: Chief Content Officer Peloton International
"Laurin Sydney is the media trainer to the stars and those wishing to become such. She has done executive coaching and media training for many of our companies and has been praised by those executives who have benefited from her insightful training, wise advice and sage counsel.... More »
"Laurin Sydney is the media trainer to the stars and those wishing to become such. She has done executive coaching and media training for many of our companies and has been praised by those executives who have benefited from her insightful training, wise advice and sage counsel. From some of our top leaders to those that are striving to be one someday. She is brilliant at honing a company's message to the "chewy nugget center" that makes a communicator compelling. She is highly respected by members of the media (because she is one of them) and has that critical deft touch when it comes to bridging relationships between a company and media outlets."
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Randall Jones: Managing Director Patriarch Partners: Rand McNally, Excell, Snelling, Gorham, MD Heliocopter, Stila
"Laurin is a very passionate, creative and highly skilled executive who has a knack for unlocking the full potential in each and every one of the people she touches. I have worked with Laurin, in different capacities, for the past 7 years. At HSN, Laurin was instrumental in improving our on-air host performances. Sales increases were directly attributable to her coaching and training.... More »
"Laurin is a very passionate, creative and highly skilled executive who has a knack for unlocking the full potential in each and every one of the people she touches. I have worked with Laurin, in different capacities, for the past 7 years. At HSN, Laurin was instrumental in improving our on-air host performances. Sales increases were directly attributable to her coaching and training. She also helped to train on air guests and significantly improved their storytelling, making them more effective at what they did. Additionally, I personally spent time with Laurin refining my public speaking skills, something she is highly skilled at. And for the past 3 years, Laurin has been working with us at TSC ( The Shopping Channel or Today’s Shopping Choice, a division of Rogers Communications in Canada ). On-Air host and guest trainer as well as running a “boot camp” for new on air personnel, she continues to demonstrate her exceptional ability to help people become more effective presenters and speakers all around. Lastly, she is a very creative person who sees the world as a glass half full with plenty of unlimited ideas and thoughts." ... « Less
Anne Martin-Vachon: President TSC- A Division at Rogers Communications Inc.
"Laurin is my “secret weapon” and delivers results every time. She will elevate anyone she coaches, drawing from both her unique range of experience on camera, as well as her natural talent for reaching directly to her audience with purposeful storytelling.... More »
"Laurin is my “secret weapon” and delivers results every time. She will elevate anyone she coaches, drawing from both her unique range of experience on camera, as well as her natural talent for reaching directly to her audience with purposeful storytelling. For this reason I have engaged Laurin to work not only with on-air talent, but the behind-the-scenes team as well." ... « Less
Christine Bryant: President WRRC inc.
"I had the pleasure of working with Laurin as a broadcast contributor for 3M Scotch Tape. Laurin's creativity, passion and professionalism was unmatched.... More »
"I had the pleasure of working with Laurin as a broadcast contributor for 3M Scotch Tape. Laurin's creativity, passion and professionalism was unmatched. She has a keen ability to organically work her magic. Any brand would be lucky to work with her. I know she made a lasting impression on me and the brand executives." ... « Less
Samantha Chapman: Public Relations, Marketing and Broadcast Production Specialist
"I Love Laurin Sydney!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Laurin is a Master, she is so specific, so authentic and has taught me so much!!!!... More »
"I Love Laurin Sydney!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Laurin is a Master, she is so specific, so authentic and has taught me so much!!!! It's about passion and loving what you do! I could not do what I do without her! Laurin Sydney is the Queen of the sale baby!!!!" ... « Less
Lisa Rinna: Actress Entrepreneur
"Laurin will deliver results that often you didn’t know could be attained. She possesses many unique qualities that I’ve been able to leverage on numerous and very successful occasions over the past 12 years. From Executive Media and on-stage presentation training, to new brand positioning, consumer engagement and product-unique sales drivers, Laurin‘s skills and qualities always deliver results.... More »
"Laurin will deliver results that often you didn’t know could be attained. She possesses many unique qualities that I’ve been able to leverage on numerous and very successful occasions over the past 12 years. From Executive Media and on-stage presentation training, to new brand positioning, consumer engagement and product-unique sales drivers, Laurin‘s skills and qualities always deliver results. Unapologetically, Laurin will always be an honest advocate for Executives. She has the ability to provide a clear, deep, and sometimes eye-opening understanding of a complicated problem or situation. Watching Laurin prepare an Executive for a National television interview, a host pushed to perform at an even higher level, or an established celebrity reach even greater heights, always reinforces the value of working with such a dedicated professional. Never afraid to work harder than everyone around her. She is an absolute joy to work with.” ... « Less
Andy Sheldon: President at New You Media
"Laurin is AMAZING! We love her."
"Laurin is AMAZING! We love her." ... « Less
Barry Beck: Co-founder and Chief Operating Officer, Blue Mercury
“Whatever your communication needs are - it’s Laurin. She works in such a smart, fun, unique way. You don't even know her spell is cast until you realize ALL your problems are solved.... More »
“Whatever your communication needs are - it’s Laurin. She works in such a smart, fun, unique way. You don't even know her spell is cast until you realize ALL your problems are solved. When I spoke to bankers to take my company public I called Laurin to help me hone and deliver my message. When I spoke to the press at last year's Academy Awards I called Laurin to help me articulate my communication. When I sold my product line, around the world on electronic retail I called on Laurin to create my strategy and delivery. When I went on my book tour I called Laurin, to discover the "chewy center" for the press.” ... « Less
Jose Eber: Chief Operating Officer, NuDae Hair
"Laurin Sydney is a media training goddess. I just spent one hour with her and she changed my life! It was truly amazing meeting her."
"Laurin Sydney is a media training goddess. I just spent one hour with her and she changed my life! It was truly amazing meeting her." ... « Less
Dara Levy: CEO Dermaflash