Kathryn Janicek is a rare find.

She has an innate ability to connect with people, meet them where they are and bring them farther than they thought they could go, it’s amazing to watch. Cookie-cutter media trainings just don’t cut it with Kathryn, she adapts, pivots, and freely shares her knowledge and most importantly her passion. She knows how to draw people in and create a comfortable but challenging place to learn. There is nothing better.

She is born with incredible business skills and her recommendations for media were localized and strategic.

I knew Kathryn would be my savinggrace. Her connections, her media savvy, her organization, and her quickness is an asset… she is born with incredible business skills and her recommendations for media were localized and strategic. Awesome. She handled the hard stuff with ease, and when I needed last minute assistance, onsite in Chicago, she said “I got this. Tell me time and location.” And just like the fairy Godmother of Everything, she granted that wish too. Because of this, I’ve hired her for more projects and am already recommending her to my colleagues in Chicago and beyond.

When I need the best in Chicago for media coaching, executive production, TV production/personality or scripting, editing and telling “THE STORY”; I go to Kathryn Janicek!

There is no one else in the country I would rely on for my media and production strategies than Kathryn. I have watched this executive producer lead market 3’s top morning news show, direct and create amazing and compelling stories for TV and global corporations as well as volunteer her limited spare time to better her community by helping non profits close to her heart. Kathryn will assess, study and then create your communications strategy and then visually align it with your desired message. She will collaboratively design and produce your TV or production needs that will drive response, ROI and evoke emotion. I have seen many media professionals in my experience as a leader in the non profit space and Kathryn continues to rise above and exceed all expectations.

I would recommend this course to anyone as a great starting point to figure out how to start spreading your message in the media.

Kathryn quickly understood the needs of our organization and helped energize and polish our key executives for an upcoming speaking event.

We saw overwhelming improvement and look forward to continuing to work with her. There’s no one better!

Kathryn Janicek is a seasoned media expert who has helped me take my professional speaking, branding, image, and media presence to the next level.

I most appreciate her intelligence, vast knowledge, key contacts, keen insight and candor. She helps me eliminate my blind spots by giving me trusted feedback I needed to hear in a way that is constructive and supportive.

I can’t thank Kathryn enough for all the help she has given me.

She has been excellent in providing personalized, individual advice in public speaking and presentation. Her training and constructive encouragement has helped me accomplish more than I ever would have had. The techniques I have learned have already made a difference, and will continue to do so for years to come. I would highly recommend her for anyone who is looking for ways to advance their careers or develop important life skills that may not have been taught in a classroom setting, such as skills in public speaking, presentation, or social etiquette on a professional level.

When I am on set, whether television or radio, I know I’m prepared because she prepared! I know I’m in good hands.

It’s really hard to sum Kathryn up in a line or two. She’s really an amazing person. Her drive, determination, attention to detail and professionalism really sets her apart from anyone else. When I am on set, whether television or radio, I know I’m prepared because she prepared!I know I’m in good hands. I am so blessed to have her as a friend and colleague!

Her coaching leads to successful presentations – Kathryn was great!

Kathryn provides excellent feedback that can be immediately implemented.

I killed it! Everyone told me it was the best speech all day and I was very dynamic.

There were more than 400 people there too. Thank you so much for all your help!

Want results quickly? Kathryn is your go-to coach!

I can assure you she’s the real deal and knows of what she speaks.

With very little lead-time, she reached out to almost 100 bloggers across the country to get placements promoting Super League Gaming.

We had huge ticket sales.

Kathryn has been an amazing help and resource from the beginning.

She knows how to position you to reach the biggest audience and has the relationships to take advantage of everything she teaches. Aside from her knowledge and professionalism, she's energetic, conscientious, hardworking, and kind. Her high standards and quality of work make her an invaluable asset to myself and my team.

Kathryn created amazing videos for us that expertly communicated our mission and vision through story-telling.

She crafted stories that shared the struggles and triumphs of two individuals served by Aspire that captivated our audience and engaged many new donors, volunteers, and partners in our vision of inclusion. Bravo!

Kathryn helped me when I needed information about broadcast and media careers.

With her level of experience and expertise in the industry, she was able to give great advice on how to find and land a job. She also provided valuable resources and offered to stick by my side until my goals are met. I greatly appreciate everything, thanks Kathryn!

My interview went really well.

— probably the most confident I’ve felt in an interview setting. I really appreciate it, and can’t thank you enough for the help!

It was a significant improvement over previous meetings.

and the formal practice/feedback with you definitely paid off. He also had abetter presence visually, which made an impact.

Kathryn provides excellent feedback that can be immediately implemented.

Her coaching leads to successful presentations!

She gave me advice on what to say and focus on during the interview and how to look my best on camera!

I felt very relaxed and comfortable because of her help!

Kathryn's ability to understand how to coach each person was amazing.

You [Kathryn] met people where they needed you to be, and pushed just the right amount based on each personality. I was truly blown away watching that – it’s a real talent that I don’t know I’ve seen before.

Our company wouldn't have received the attention nor achieved the growth we've had without her help!

Working with Kathryn was awesome! We had been struggling to get the attention our startup deserved and within a few weeks, Kathryn had us on TV and radio reaching tons of Chicago-natives. Our company wouldn't have received the attention nor achieved the growth we've had without her help!

...as a direct result of her work, more than tripled my promotional/media reach in less than six months.

Kathryn's ability to understand how to coach each person was amazing.

You [Kathryn] met people where they needed you to be, and pushed just the right amount based on each personality. I was truly blown away watching that - it's a real talent that I don't know I've seen before.

I have been working with Kathryn on my presentation

 I have been working with Kathryn on my presentation, public speaking, and media skills, and I've learned SO MUCH. I cannot recommend her services highly enough

You got SO much better!

 One of my Yale colleagues said, "wow, I was watching your old videos compared to your new ones and you got SO much better!"

I’ve worked with many (many!) media and public speaking trainers over the last 28 years, and I can tell you without hesitation Kathryn is one of the best.

Of course, she’s great at helping with body language, visuals, eye contact, bridging, flagging, landing messages, etc. But where she really shines is in helping folks think about the impression they make and ensuring they’re seen, not just heard.