Liz Brunner
Keynote Speaker: Emmy Award-Winning Journalist, Founder of Brunner Communications, Bestselling Author of "Dare to Own You" & Host of "Live Your Best Life" Podcast
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Liz Brunner Biography
Liz Brunner is a sought-after keynote speaker, professional emcee, and executive coach, helping leaders, organizations, and event audiences harness the power of communication, confidence, and intentional transformation. As the CEO and founder of Brunner Communications, she has spent more than 35 years in media and communications, working with high-profile individuals and global brands to build compelling reputations and master powerful storytelling.
A dynamic keynote speaker, Brunner has taken the stage at corporate conventions, leadership summits, and top universities, including Stifel, the Barron’s Women Summit, Hewlett Packard and the CoreNet Global Summit. She is also an experienced professional emcee, having hosted high-profile events and moderated conversations with industry leaders.
Before launching Brunner Communications in 2013, Brunner was an Emmy Award-winning TV news anchor for ABC-TV’s WCVB NewsCenter 5 in Boston, where she co-anchored the #1-rated 6 PM newscast and covered major breaking news stories. She conducted exclusive interviews with world leaders and cultural icons— including Oprah Winfrey and President Barack Obama—earning her recognition as one of the nation’s top broadcast journalists.
Now, as a Certified Professional Coach (CPC), Brunner helps executives, professionals, and emerging leaders elevate their presence, storytelling, and influence through one-on-one coaching, and corporate workshops. Her Brunner Academy online learning platform provides premier speaker training, including the acclaimed course, "How to Be a Rock Star Public Speaker," endorsed by legendary business speaker Brian Tracy. Brunner is the bestselling author of "Dare to Own You: Taking Your Authenticity and Dreams Into Your Next Chapter," featured in Forbes and winner of multiple book awards, including the Book Excellence Awards and Feathered Quill Book Awards. Her podcast, "Live Your Best Life with Liz Brunner," has been recognized with "Best Host" and "Best Lifestyle Podcast" awards, featuring inspiring stories of reinvention and success.
Brunner’s contributions to journalism, leadership, and communications have earned her multiple Emmy Awards, two National Gracies, an Edward R. Murrow Award, and an Associated Press Award. She is a dedicated community leader, having served on the Make-A-Wish Massachusetts and Rhode Island Board of Directors and the Boston Chamber of Commerce’s Women’s Network Advisory Board.
A classically trained vocalist with a Bachelor of Music degree from the Lawrence University Conservatory of Music, Brunner has performed with the Boston Pops and at professional sporting events.
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Liz Brunner Speaking Topics
You know more than you think you know! No knowledge or experience is ever wasted. Too often we hesitate to step out of our comfort zone to create our next chapter because we don't know how, we are afraid or we are unsure of how to connect the themes and patterns of our lives. What would any of us do if we didn't allow fear to stop us? Liz Brunner’s motivational message will guide you to connect the dots of your own life experiences to create your next chapter, personally or professionally, for intentional impact. Liz’s inspirational career journey from classroom to newsroom to boardroom to the stage as a keynote speaker will motivate you to discover what themes exist in your own journey, how to connect those dots, and how to break any patterns that may be holding you back from following your destiny and living your best life.
Every day, we are bombarded with “information overload!” What cuts through the noise and captures people’s attention is powerful storytelling. Each and every person, no matter what profession or industry, needs to exude confidence, presence, and communicate effectively. As an Emmy award-winning journalist, podcast host and expert storyteller, Liz Brunner will teach your audience her practical and proven communication tips and storytelling techniques, energizing them to connect and engage more authentically with their customers, clients and colleagues in a way that resonates and gets results immediately. By incorporating “Liz’s 4 C’s,” – Confidence, Content, Clarity and Conversational – for any presentation, pitch, or speech, and her innovative "Brunner Methodology for Practicing,” your audience will learn how to craft their story, the science behind why storytelling works, why it matters, and how to be seen and heard as they intend with confidence, presence and command.
No one is born knowing how to be a leader. We learn how to be a leader. With so much uncertainty in the world, leaders face challenges and complexities requiring a renewed commitment to flexibility, resilience and innovation. As a sought after best-selling self-development author, leader, and keynote speaker, Liz Brunner offers guidance that will inspire audience members to unleash the leader within and invite others to refine their own leadership skills. Your audience will learn how to have influence, what it takes to be an authentic leader, the difference between being a manager and a leader, and how to discover their leadership philosophy for stronger teams, effective decision-making and long lasting impact * (* refers to Keynote that can also be a seminar)
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Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Liz Brunner 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 Liz Brunner, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Liz Brunner or any other speaker of your choice.
How much does it cost to book Liz Brunner for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Liz Brunner, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Liz Brunner are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Liz Brunner, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
What topics does Liz Brunner speak about?
Liz Brunner is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Journalist, Broadcasting, News & Media, Author, Women, Influential Women, Communication, Business Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Podcast Host, Business Coaching, Host & Emcee, Workshop, Female Leadership, Women in Business, Business and Women's History Month.
Where does Liz Brunner travel from?
Liz Brunner generally travels from Boston, MA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Liz Brunner?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Liz Brunner 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 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Liz Brunner 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 Liz Brunner 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.
Liz Brunner is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Journalist, Broadcasting and News & Media. The estimated speaking fee range to book Liz Brunner for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Liz Brunner generally travels from Boston, MA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Fran Hauser, Libby Gill and Amelia Rose Earhart. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Liz Brunner for an upcoming event.
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Liz Brunner Speaking Topics
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NO KNOWLEDGE IS EVER WASTED!: Connecting your life’s experiences to write your next chapter
You know more than you think you know! No knowledge or experience is ever wasted. Too often we hesitate to step out of our comfort zone to create our next chapter because we don't know how, we are afraid or we are unsure of how to connect the themes and patterns of our lives. What would any of us do if we didn't allow fear to stop us? Liz Brunner’s motivational message will guide you to connect the dots of your own life experiences to create your next chapter, personally or professionally, for intentional impact. Liz’s inspirational career journey from classroom to newsroom to boardroom to the stage as a keynote speaker will motivate you to discover what themes exist in your own journey, how to connect those dots, and how to break any patterns that may be holding you back from following your destiny and living your best life.
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COMMUNICATE, CONNECT & ENGAGE: How to Capture Your Audience’s Attention with Storytelling
Every day, we are bombarded with “information overload!” What cuts through the noise and captures people’s attention is powerful storytelling. Each and every person, no matter what profession or industry, needs to exude confidence, presence, and communicate effectively. As an Emmy award-winning journalist, podcast host and expert storyteller, Liz Brunner will teach your audience her practical and proven communication tips and storytelling techniques, energizing them to connect and engage more authentically with their customers, clients and colleagues in a way that resonates and gets results immediately. By incorporating “Liz’s 4 C’s,” – Confidence, Content, Clarity and Conversational – for any presentation, pitch, or speech, and her innovative "Brunner Methodology for Practicing,” your audience will learn how to craft their story, the science behind why storytelling works, why it matters, and how to be seen and heard as they intend with confidence, presence and command.
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BE THE LEADER WITHIN: How to Cultivate Leadership Skills that Meet the Moment
No one is born knowing how to be a leader. We learn how to be a leader. With so much uncertainty in the world, leaders face challenges and complexities requiring a renewed commitment to flexibility, resilience and innovation. As a sought after best-selling self-development author, leader, and keynote speaker, Liz Brunner offers guidance that will inspire audience members to unleash the leader within and invite others to refine their own leadership skills. Your audience will learn how to have influence, what it takes to be an authentic leader, the difference between being a manager and a leader, and how to discover their leadership philosophy for stronger teams, effective decision-making and long lasting impact * (* refers to Keynote that can also be a seminar)
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Top 100 Speakers to Watch in 2025
The first week of the year is basically behind us Many of us have already failed at keeping our new years resolutions. No worries though, the speakers on this are guaranteed to help you get your momentum back on track. As we step boldly into 2025, the speaking world is evolving faster than ever. From virtual summits to global keynotes, today’s thought leaders are more than just speakers they are influencers, educators, and agents of change. We’ve scoured the industry to compile a definitive list of the Top 100 Speakers to Watch in 2025, spotlighting voices you need to hear this year.
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Former Boston broadcast journalist now trains others to be top communicators
You could say Liz Brunner was born under a lucky star. But for some people, there’s no such thing?you make your own luck. Brunner’s a good example of a person who’s made her own luck. She may have had the blessings of good health and good looks, and trail-blazing women in her family tree?but the life she’s made for herself is the result of perseverance, hard work, and a strong sense of agency.
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Podcaster of the Month: Liz Brunner
A television pro, among many other things, is also a diligent and professional podcaster now. A master of episode preparation, she prides herself on making sure the podcast is about the guest and not herself. We were even impressed with the speed that she got back to us when we asked if she’d like to be featured. We’re lucky to have her as part of the Blubrry community and we hope you enjoy learning more about Liz and her podcasting journey so far.
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Women empower women at North Shore Chamber summit
Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll had three words of advice for women attending the North Shore’s Chamber of Commerce Thrive Summit Thursday morning: Run for office. “More than ever, we need a diversity of opinions,” Driscoll said. “We need a diversity of experiences in places that are really influencing what’s happening in our communities, in our commonwealth and, frankly, in our country.”
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How do I book Liz Brunner to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Liz Brunner 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 Liz Brunner, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Liz Brunner or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Liz Brunner for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Liz Brunner, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Liz Brunner are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Liz Brunner, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Liz Brunner speak about?
Liz Brunner is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Journalist, Broadcasting, News & Media, Author, Women, Influential Women, Communication, Business Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Podcast Host, Business Coaching, Host & Emcee, Workshop, Female Leadership, Women in Business, Business and Women's History Month. -
Where does Liz Brunner travel from?
Liz Brunner generally travels from Boston, MA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Liz Brunner?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Liz Brunner 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 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Liz Brunner 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 Liz Brunner 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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