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Keynote SpeakerBill McGowan

World renowned Communications and Fortune 100 Executive coach, Emmy Award-winning producer and reporter

Bill McGowan, Founder and CEO of Clarity Media Group, is a two-time Emmy Award-winning journalist who has produced and reported for ABC News 20/20; CBS News 48 Hours, Dow Jones Television and MSNBC. In front of the camera, he has anchored hundreds of hours of news and information programming and... Read more

Biography

Bill McGowan, Founder and CEO of Clarity Media Group, is a two-time Emmy Award-winning journalist who has produced and reported for ABC News 20/20; CBS News 48 Hours, Dow Jones Television and MSNBC.

In front of the camera, he has anchored hundreds of hours of news and information programming and has conducted thousands of interviews with newsmakers, CEO’s, celebrities, doctors, book authors, attorneys, and professional athletes. Bill now uses that experience to coach clients on how to exude more confidence and command on television and in front of an audience. Those he has trained include Eli Manning, Sheryl Sandberg, Jack Welch, Mary J. Blige, Karlie Kloss, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and the CEOs of Facebook, Airbnb, Snapchat, Coach, Spotify, Calvin Klein, Lyft, Sesame Workshop, Whole Foods, etc.

Bill gets clients ready by sharing his insights into the distinctive styles and tactics of different interviewers. Bill reveals to clients the questions most likely to be asked, and then helps them formulate the most compelling quotes, sound bites and storytelling to incorporate into their responses. Providing sound strategies for handling crisis situations is also a resource he has developed at Clarity Media Group. Bill is also an expert in public speaking and has prepared numerous clients for TED Talks, Matrix Awards acceptance speeches, major university commencement addresses and corporate shareholder meetings, transforming from proficient to polished their public speaking abilities.

As part of his coaching, he helps clients find their authentic narrative and then teaches the necessary skills to enable them to deliver it with passion and persuasiveness.

Bill is also the author of Pitch Perfect: How to Say it Right the First Time, Every Time published by Harper Collins in 2014.

"Bill and his team are masters in the art of media training. We've used Clarity for help with on-camera interviews, keynote addresses, sensitive Q&As, and more. What's really impressive to me is that the Clarity team provides a lot of context and thoughtful analysis in addition to practical instruction. They help you understand what an audience expects or why a reporter asks a question a certain way so you can analyze and prepare accordingly. Bill and his team are also refreshingly honest. If you're not ready, they'll communicate that and help you get there, offering as much support and insight as it takes. And if you're ready to take on the world, they'll be right beside you cheering you on." Publishing Executive
"Bill McGowan is a master of his craft and a trusted expert in his field. He has a unique ability to help executives find their authentic voice and deliver compelling messages with intention and authority.” Jennifer Khoury, Chief Communications Officer, Comcast
"Bill McGowan is a gem-there's no one I would trust more to prepare for any high-stakes situation. He is a total pro, with decades of experience, plus he takes such a kind, thoughtful approach. Working with him has made me a better communicator on so many counts!" Julia Boorstin, NBC News

Popular Talks by Bill McGowan

  • C-Suite Mentoring & Coaching
  • Moderating & Participating in Industry Panels
  • Engaging with the Media: How to Land that Soundbite
  • Media Relations
  • Presenting with Impact
  • Communication Best Practices
  • Executive Presence: How to Influence and Persuade
  • Message Development: Being Memorable, Not Messaged
  • Pitch Perfect: How to Say It Right the First Time, Every Time