Narges Nirumvala
Vancouver, BC, CANADA
Trusted Advisor to CEOs | Top Executive Speech Coach | Board Member | Award-Winning Entrepreneur | Author "Capture the Spotlight"
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Biography
A Vancouver journalist called Narges Nirumvala 'The Secret Weapon'. She is a top executive speech coach, CEO of ExecutiveSpeak Coaching International, author of the book "Capture the Spotlight" and sits on the Board of Advisors for Healthy Crowdfunder Corporation. She works with corporate leaders, association executives, elected community officials and high-performance teams to help them find their authentic voice, craft persuasive content and communicate with confidence in any public speaking situation from boardroom presentations and media interviews to sensitive negotiations and conference keynotes. Her writing on the subject has been circulated to 106 countries worldwide. Narges is often called upon by the media as an expert in her field. She has appeared on numerous media channels including CityTV, Breakfast Television Vancouver, OMNI Television, SUCCESS magazine, the Province, RJ1200 radio, News1130 radio, the Vancouver Courier, Business In Vancouver, the Sounding Board and others.
Narges believes passionately in sharing her knowledge and experience acquired through years of struggle by mentoring others. She is a Mentor with the Forum for Women Entrepreneurs ‘HSBC Mentor Program’ and the Vancouver Board of Trade ‘Leaders of Tomorrow’ program.
Honors and Awards:
Winner, Dale Carnegie Sales Talk Champion
Winner, Seeker Business Web Award
Chair, Westside Business Awards of Distinction Awards
Networking In Vancouver Connector of the Month
Finalist, Vancouver Women of Worth Mompreneur of the Year
Finalist, Vancouver Women of Worth Spirit, Success & Soul Award
Nominee, 2012 North America Small Business Influencer Awards Sponsored by Blackberry
Nominee, 2013 Shorty Awards, Small Business Category
Debate Judge, JDC West 2013 at UBC
Judge, 9th Annual Westside Business Awards
Presentation Skills Trainer, 2013 TiE Young Entrepreneur Global Venture Challenge World Champions
Industry Expertise (3)
Corporate Leadership
Business Services
Professional Training and Coaching
Areas of Expertise (3)
Presentation Skills
Success
Leadership
Accomplishments (8)
Author "Capture the Spotlight" (professional)
Published in 2013 Narges Nirumvala is the Author of the book "Capture the Spotlight: Improve Your Presentation Skills and Make Public Speaking Your Competitive Edge" now available in paperback on Amazon, Barnes and Noble and fine booksellers everywhere. To order your copy visit: http://www.tinyurl.com/capturethespotlight.
Vancouver Mompreneur of the Year, Finalist (professional)
A Finalist for the W.O.W. (Women of Worth) 2012 Vancouver Mompreneur of the Year Award.
Spirit, Success & Soul Award, Finalist (professional)
A finalist for the W.O.W. (Women of Worth) 2012 Spirit, Success & Soul Award.
Networking In Vancouver Connector of the Month (professional)
Chosen as the Networking In Vancouver Connector of the Month in April 2012. It's a status reserved for the most connected and influential people in the city.
Small Business Influencer Awards, Nominee (professional)
Nominated for the North America Small Business Influencer Awards sponsored by Blackberry. One of only two people in Vancouver nominated for such an honor.
Debate Judge at JDC West 2013 (professional)
Debate Judge for JDC West on a judging panel with Bob Elton, Interim CFO Vancity Credit Union and Captain Stephen Brown, President, BC Chamber of Shipping.
Judge, Westside Business Awards (professional)
Judge for the 9th annual Westside Business Awards in Vancouver. The gala is held at the University Golf Club on October 24th 2013. This is a high profile awards and the keynote speaker for this year will be Chip Wilson, Founder of Lululemon.
Presentation Skills Trainer, 2013 TiE Young Entrepreneur Global Venture Challenge World Champions (professional)
So proud to be the Presentation Skills Trainer to the 2013 Young Entrepreneur Global Venture Challenge World Champions - who won for the best 'pitch' in the world! Had the opportunity to work with an amazing group of young people who I know are going to change the world.
Education (2)
Durham University: B.Sc. (hons), Psychology
University of Warwick: Postgraduate Studies, International Political Economy
Affiliations (3)
- T.E.C. (The Executive Committee)
- Vancouver Board of Trade
- Forum for Women Entrepreneurs
Links (5)
Testimonials (4)
Irina Ivan, Program Coordinator | MOSAIC
“Your keynote “Presentations Skills for Career Success” was great and met with RAVE reviews! You are very energetic, interactive and inspiring! Our group left with a new awareness and more importantly, concrete ideas on how to make a great first impression, communicate more effectively and with greater success. I loved your personal examples and the sincerity and directness in the message. Everybody loved it! Many thanks and best thoughts.”
Tessa Vanderkop, Marketing, Communications Specialist | Burnaby Board of Trade
"Narges gave an inspired talk to the Access student workshop participants offering practical tips that can help students build leadership skills. Her training style is highly interactive and very engaging. I would recommend her to any organization looking for a top notch leadership communication expert."
Taralynn Reburn, Manager, Partnership Sales | Vancouver Whitecaps FC
"I had the pleasure of meeting Narges when she delivered an interactive speech to the Company of Young Professionals group. I found Narges to be a motivating leader, providing us with topics for discussion and learning that carried on long after the breakout sessions. Narges is extremely personable and believes in helping others through her passion of public speaking. I would highly recommend Narges for your company or group to help spark conversation, creativity and professional development"
Sue Dickie, President | Wear Those Deals
"I had the pleasure of meeting Narges a few months ago. I felt an instant connection. When I needed an MC for my launch party/fashion show I knew who to call. Lucky for me Narges was available. She was well prepared, funny, thoughtful, thorough, warm and professional. I wouldn't hesitate to ask Narges again for any speaking engagement. Thank you Narges!"
Sample Talks (1)
How to Leverage the Spotlight of Leadership
If you were a better speaker or communicator how would it impact your organization? Do you or your directors shy away from keynotes and media interviews or embrace them? Narges’ highly interactive keynote / workshop will give you fundamental tools to help you find your authentic voice and step out of the shadows. She will show you how to leverage the natural spotlight of leadership to the achieve your organization's strategic objectives, build brand loyalty and further your legacy as a leader.
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- Keynote
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- Host/MC
- Author Appearance
- Corporate Training
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