Brenda Clark Hamilton, MA Ed.

A fun and engaging speaker who provides practical strategies to "wake up" your best self!

Brenda Clark Hamilton is a fun, dynamic keynote speaker and workplace trainer who provides fresh perspectives in leadership, communication skills, team-building, and offering one's best self to life, relationships, and career.  Prior to becoming a private consultant, she coordinated professional development for 1200 teachers, served on the Iowa Department of Education's Professional Development Stakeholders Group, and managed numerous projects as Professional Development Consultant for Lakeland Area Education Agency.  A college valedictorian and Congressional Teaching Scholar, Brenda holds a Master's degree in English Education and has supervised student teachers for two Iowa colleges.

Since launching Fresh Coffee Professional Growth Programs in 2005, Brenda has become a sought-after presenter at workplaces, conferences, and special events.  Program participants describe Brenda as a fun, engaging speaker and a very practical person, who presents useful strategies that can be implemented in their daily lives right away.

Brenda grew up on a farm in northwest Iowa, and she lives in Algona, Iowa, with those who awaken her best self--her husband, Chris, and their three, school-age sons.

Frequently Requested Programs:

"Bring Your A-Game...to Every Aspect of Your Life"

"I Know I'm Supposed to be Wonder Woman, But I Don't Have Any Bullet-Blocking Bracelets!"

"I've Got One Nerve Left, and You're Standing on It:  Nurturing Successful Relationships in a Stress-filled World"

"Would You Like a Little Cheese with That Whine?:  How Your Attitude Makes All the Difference"

"Six Key Principles Every Leader Should Know"

"Skills for Handling Workplace Conflicts, Angry Customers, and Difficult People"

"Look the Part, Be the Part:  Success Through Your Professionalism"

"Skills and Traits of Effective Supervisors"

"Critical Conversations:  Skills for Communicating About Difficult Workplace Issues"

"So, You Want a Piece of Me???  Balancing What You're Giving--to Work, Home, Community, and Self"

"People Skills, Communication, and Emotional Intelligence (EQ):  Keys to Workplace Success" 

Participant Comments: 

"Excellent speaker, specific ideas that can be implemented."

"Upbeat, funny, entertaining."

"She is awesome and inspiring."

"I appreciate how practical you are--refreshing."

"I enjoy listening to Brenda!  Keeps you interested and motivated!"

"Brenda makes our sessions fun and interesting.  She keeps our attention." 

"The time goes by too quickly, with lots of ideas and information--very valuable tools to take with me and use."

"Your presentation style is excellent!"

"Very informative and entertaining at the same time."

"Kept interest during entire session."

"Brenda was delightful."

"Great topic and excellent speaker."

"Will definitely be able to use this personally and professionally."

"Very helpful to me right now.  I learned things I can implement immediately."

"Enthusiastic, engaging presenter."

"Interesting stories, kept our attention."

"Excellent content.  Many good suggestions.  Exciting speaker!"

"The information is so functional and usable."

"Speaker was dynamic, down-to-earth, and warm."

"Last keynote was best because she got off the stage and was with us!"

"Brenda is an awesome presenter--very knowledgeable and personable--please bring her back."

"Presenter was absolutely excellent."