Cara Hale Alter

Cara Hale Alter

Keynote Speaker: Communication & Leadership Presence Expert; Founder & President of SpeechSkills; Author of "The Credibility Code"

Cara Hale Alter Biography

Cara Hale Alter is a recognized authority on credibility and communication in the professional world. She is the founder and president of SpeechSkills, a San Francisco-based communication training company. As an international keynote speaker and author, Alter specializes in nonverbal communication, leadership presence, and professional development. Her work emphasizes that projecting credibility and confidence is a skill set that can be developed through targeted communication training.

Alter is the author of the book "The Credibility Code," which identifies 25 specific visual and auditory cues that influence perceptions of credibility in professional interactions. The book outlines practical strategies for posture, gestures, vocal skills, and eye contact, providing actionable guidance for professionals seeking to enhance their leadership presence and communication skills. Alter has provided training to organizations such as Caterpillar, Google, Meta, PayPal, Pixar, Samsung, Schwab, and Uber.

In addition to her corporate training, Alter has lectured at institutions including Harvard, Stanford, UCLA, and UC Berkeley, and has worked with numerous top-100 law firms. Her expertise has been featured in media outlets such as Forbes.com, The Globe and Mail, and USA Today. She has spoken at more than 500 conferences in 20 countries. Her training videos, "Speaking with Credibility and Confidence" and "Improving Your Speaking Skills," have received Telly Awards for Best Instructional Video and Best Corporate Training Video.

Alter holds a BA in speech communication and an MFA in theatre. Her early career includes work as a voice-over artist and commercial actress. She is a featured expert on the Lean In website with the video series "Taming Adrenaline." An advocate for diversity and inclusion, Alter has served on the board of the National Association of Women Business Owners. Her multidisciplinary background in theatre, academia, and corporate training informs her approach to helping professionals develop effective communication and leadership skills.

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Cara Hale Alter Videos

ChIPs Talent Connectors: Ace Your Virtual Interview
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Cultivating and Projecting Authentic Confidence

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How much does it cost to book Cara Hale Alter for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Cara Hale Alter, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Cara Hale Alter are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Cara Hale Alter, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

What topics does Cara Hale Alter speak about?

Cara Hale Alter is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Communication, Author, Female Leadership, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Leadership, Business, Inspirational, Motivational, Business Leadership, Influential Women, Executive Leadership, Thought Leadership, Disruptive Thinking and Business Coaching.

Where does Cara Hale Alter travel from?

Cara Hale Alter generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Cara Hale Alter?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Cara Hale Alter for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Cara Hale Alter for your next private or corporate function.

What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Cara Hale Alter or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.

Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.


Cara Hale Alter is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Communication, Author and Female Leadership. The estimated speaking fee range to book Cara Hale Alter for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Cara Hale Alter generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Cheryl Cran, Sherene McHenry, Ph.D., LPC and Dr. Jackie Freiberg. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Cara Hale Alter for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 30/07/2026.

Cara Hale Alter Videos

ChIPs Talent Connectors: Ace Your Virtual Interview
Fast and Easy activity for inclusion.
Cultivating and Projecting Authentic Confidence
The Credibility Code | Cara Alter | Talks at Google

Cara Hale Alter Reviews

  • We are very pleased with the entire experience!
    Jackson Walker LLP - Sep 04 2024

  • How do I book Cara Hale Alter to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Cara Hale Alter for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Cara Hale Alter, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Cara Hale Alter or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Cara Hale Alter for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Cara Hale Alter, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Cara Hale Alter are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Cara Hale Alter, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Cara Hale Alter speak about?

  • Where does Cara Hale Alter travel from?

    Cara Hale Alter generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Cara Hale Alter?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Cara Hale Alter for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Cara Hale Alter for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Cara Hale Alter or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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