Keynote Topics and Media Files
Ellen Zimmerman, Keynote Speaker
Looking for a keynote speaker? Ellen is sure to make it engaging no matter the size of your meeting or event.
Hello! Here is some information about who I am as a keynote presenter.
I rarely step behind a podium when I am speaking. I prefer to walk around in the crowd. This might be based on my days as a high school teacher. Walking around, allowed me to engage with the group and read body language more efficiently. (Over half of our communication is through body language.)
Depending on the amount of time, there will likely be an activity of some sort when I present. It may involve movement, interaction with a neighbor, or it may simply involve reflection by the participant. An engaged audience is the one that will enjoy the event and remember the presentation.
Based on my years of experience working with various organizations in leadership roles, I can present on a wide variety of topics. I prefer to identify keynote topics through conversation with the organizer so we can focus on a topic that's well suited for the audience as well as one that fits with the theme of the event.
Some of the more common topics include:
Making Difficult Conversations Less Difficult
Coaching Skills for Leaders
Respect is All That’s Needed/ CLEAR Communication
Presentation Skills and Executive Presence
Women in Leadership
Change Management = Change Mindset
Innovation and Process Improvement
Priority Setting for Success
Accountability Takes Clarity
How Words and Language Change the Message
Generational Differences are Actually the Same
Media Files: Bio and Headshots
Bio (approx. 150 words):
Ellen Zimmerman, PhD, PCC, ACTC, SPHR is a distinguished executive and leadership coach working with individuals and teams through her consulting business, Ellen Zimmerman Consulting, LLC.
She is the President-Elect for the Texas Coaches Coalition (TCC) 2025 to 2026 year and teaches Human Resource and leadership courses at Lamar University. Ellen is a keynote speaker, professional trainer, facilitator, and mentor coach. She specializes in authentic communication, particularly in navigating challenging conversations that are essential for effective leadership and collaboration in organizations.
Ellen was selected to be a co-leader for the International Coaching Federation's (ICF) Executive and Leadership Community of Practice for 2023-2025. The platform provides coaches with the opportunity to earn Continuing Coaching Education (CCE) units by participating in relevant and diverse global professional development. She is also serving as a co-author working on the ICF Coaching Body of Knowledge book as well as a member of the ICF Exam and Schemes committee for 2025 to 2026.
Most importantly, she loves cats, computers, and chocolate. Not necessarily in that order!
