Angela “Ang” Barnard is a professional speaker, communication consultant, and speaker coach who helps ambitious professionals use their words and energy more intentionally so they can create results they’re proud of. Her work targets challenges we all face—being drained by the energy around us and finding ourselves in situations where we’re unsure what to say to lead to the results we desire. As leaders of our work and household, our success depends on our ability to influence others and the energy we generate. Ang teaches how the energy we generate shapes our results and pairs it with practical communication strategies we all can use to shift energy and authentically influence others so we create results we’re proud of.

She’s coached TEDx speakers, Fortune 500 teams, and ambitious leaders across the globe and has also provided communication training to healthcare organizations, FBI agents, and every branch of the U.S. military. She’s the creator of the Influential Talk Framework, a science-backed process she uses to help speakers and leaders design powerful, high-impact talks that shift the energy and engagement of their targeted audience. Known for blending research with humor and relatable stories, Ang keeps audiences engaged while delivering strategies they can use right away. She’s also the host of The Intentional Mind Podcast, a top globally ranked show about being more intentional with your life. Ang is an award-winning consultant, a U.S. Army Veteran, and a Certified Professional Coach with a Master’s in Public Administration. When she’s not speaking or coaching, you’ll find her hiking with her husband, traveling the world, chasing her toddler boy, and hugging her fat cat, Steve.