Shakira M. Brown

Shakira believes the greatest threat to organizational success isn't found in quarterly reports, but found in the breakdown of human connection within teams. In her keynote, she reveals why team dysfunction isn't just a workplace challenge—it's the hidden profit killer, especially as artificial intelligence reduces human connections and collaboration. Using her proven framework: Intentional Communication→Strengthened Relationships→Sustainable Results, Shakira helps leaders eliminate what's been ignored: dysfunctional work behaviors that drain productivity and talent.

As a Leadership Communication Strategist and Human "Soft" Skills Expert, Shakira customizes learning experiences for professionals across industries to train them to stop dysfunctional work behaviors, listen more, adopt responsible AI practices, and speak with intent for greater workforce retention. Through her signature methodologies and transformative workshops, Shakira demonstrates how authentic leadership communication fuels engagement, collaboration, and bottom-line performance.

From major broadcast newsrooms to boardrooms to conference stages, Shakira M. Brown has mastered the art of effective communication across every medium and technology. As an Award-Winning Leadership Communication Strategist who launched memorable programs and campaigns for Microsoft, Comcast and other national brands during her days at a Madison Avenue New York City publicity firm to leading internal/external corporate communication for international professional services firms and publicly traded corporations, Shakira knows authentic leadership communication isn't just about what you say it's about creating lasting connections that drive business outcomes.

Today, she energizes industry professionals with dynamic keynotes and transformative workshops, bringing decades of real-world expertise to help leaders discover their voice, amplify their influence, and unlock their full leadership potential. Her presentations are not just about communication skills—they are about competitive advantage. It's measurable, it's human connection math, it's ROI redefined through the power of intentional leadership communication.

Experience and Notoriety

Shakira is a highly sought-after speaker and a gifted moderator for corporate events and international conferences known for delivering inspirational, engaging, and memorable keynote/workshop presentations for professional organizations such as Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC); CyberRisk Alliance; InfoSec World Conference & Expo; HIMSS; Assoc. of Consulting Foresters; Heath Care Security Forum; American Assoc. of Orthodontists; Boston University; University of Nebraska; The College of New Jersey; Syracuse University; University of Maryland; Assoc. for Financial Professionals; Society of Government Meeting Professionals; TX Society of Assoc. Executives; FL Society of Assoc. Executives; and National Assoc. of Women In Construction among many more.