World-Class Expertise at Your Service

Our team of certified public speaking coaches and communication specialists brings decades of combined experience in transforming speakers across Australia. Each member of our team is carefully selected for their expertise, passion, and commitment to student success.

Leadership Team

The visionaries behind TraccidRag's success

Dr. Emma Richardson

Founder & Lead Communication Coach

PhD in Communication Sciences, Certified Master Coach

Dr. Richardson founded TraccidRag in 2010 with a vision to transform public speaking education in Australia. With over 15 years of experience in communication psychology and executive coaching, she has personally trained over 1,000 students and developed the signature TraccidRag methodology.

Her research in overcoming speaking anxiety has been published in leading communication journals, and she regularly speaks at international conferences on effective communication strategies.

Specialties:

  • Executive Communication
  • Anxiety Management
  • Leadership Presentations
  • Research-Based Methods

Michael Thompson

Senior Presentation Specialist

MBA, Former Corporate Executive, Certified Coach

Michael brings 20 years of corporate leadership experience to TraccidRag, having served as a senior executive at Fortune 500 companies before transitioning to coaching. His unique perspective combines real-world business acumen with proven presentation techniques.

He specializes in helping business professionals develop compelling presentations that drive results and has coached executives from Australia's leading corporations.

Specialties:

  • Business Presentations
  • Sales Communication
  • Corporate Training
  • Leadership Development

Coaching Team

Dedicated professionals focused on your growth

Lisa Wong

Confidence Building Expert

MA Psychology, Certified Life Coach

Lisa specializes in helping individuals overcome speaking anxiety and build authentic confidence. Her background in psychology provides deep insights into the mental aspects of public speaking.

Anxiety Management Confidence Building Mind-Body Connection

James Mitchell

Storytelling & Content Specialist

BA Communications, Professional Speaker

James helps students craft compelling narratives and develop engaging content. His expertise in storytelling transforms ordinary presentations into memorable experiences.

Storytelling Content Development Audience Engagement

Sarah Adams

Voice & Delivery Coach

Voice Training Certification, Theatre Background

Sarah focuses on voice projection, articulation, and physical presence. Her theatre background brings a unique perspective to developing powerful delivery techniques.

Voice Training Physical Presence Delivery Techniques

David Chen

Technology & Virtual Presentations

BSc IT, Digital Communication Expert

David specializes in virtual presentations and leveraging technology for effective communication. He helps students master online presentation platforms and digital engagement.

Virtual Presentations Digital Tools Online Engagement

Rebecca Taylor

International Speaking Coach

MA International Relations, Multilingual Speaker

Rebecca works with international clients and those presenting to global audiences. Her multicultural expertise helps navigate cross-cultural communication challenges.

Cross-Cultural Communication International Presentations Global Audiences

Mark Johnson

Industry Specialist

MBA Finance, Corporate Trainer

Mark specializes in industry-specific communication needs, particularly in finance, healthcare, and technology sectors. He understands the unique challenges each industry faces.

Industry Expertise Technical Presentations Professional Development

What Makes Our Team Special

The qualities that set our coaches apart

Proven Track Record

Our coaches have collectively helped over 2,500 students achieve their speaking goals with a 95% success rate.

Continuous Learning

All our coaches participate in ongoing professional development to stay current with the latest communication techniques.

Passionate Commitment

Every team member is genuinely passionate about helping students overcome their fears and achieve speaking success.

Personalized Approach

We understand that every student is unique and tailor our coaching methods to individual learning styles and goals.

Ready to Work with Our Expert Team?

Schedule a consultation to meet your ideal coach and begin your transformation journey.