Jodee Blanco is a two-time New York Times bestselling author and wrote the book that started the anti-bullying movement. An expert on the human component of effective communication, she's trained thousands of people ranging from C-suite executives, HR managers, and sales reps to school principals and teachers on how to become better, more emotionally intelligent communicators. Whether she’s doing a workshop for realtors on harnessing their presentation and negotiating power, giving an auditorium full of industry professionals a communications tool kit for navigating change, or she’s keynoting a conference on bullying, Jodee equips her audiences with actionable takeaways that lead to results. Her simple, practical strategies for handling challenging conversations, leading with truth and compassion, and fostering an environment in which everyone feels heard and respected continue to fortify the workplace and strengthen profitability. Previously, she owned an international PR firm that helped Hollywood legends, entertainment industry icons, sports stars, CEOs, and other public figures successfully transform their communication practices. She has taught at The University of Chicago and her alma mater, New York University, in their executive leadership programs, and her work has been featured in USA Today, on CBS Evening News, among many other major media outlets.  For more information about Jodee, visit thejodeeblancogroup.com to see her full real estate industry offerings!

What Others Say
“Yesterday, New York Times bestselling author and powerhouse speaker, Jodee Blanco turned the idea of “presentation skills” on its head — and handed us the tools to do the same. No hype. No gimmicks. Just a bold, human approach to showing up with purpose. This wasn’t about flashy slides or perfect scripts. It was about learning how to lead with truth, compassion, and real connection — whether you're pitching one-on-one or owning a ballroom.
Key takeaways: - Be authentic and vulnerable. You don’t have to be loud to be powerful. - Lead with truth and compassion. That’s where trust starts. - Be prepared, not rehearsed. Your story > your script. From sound checks to centering exercises, eye contact to energy levels, Jodee showed us that great presentations aren’t born — they’re built through intention, strategy, and self-awareness. And yes, we practiced — because this wasn’t a lecture, it was a movement toward showing up more powerfully, more purposefully, and more us. Let’s build a culture where we don’t just present — we connect”

~The Executive's Club of Chicago