Testimonials
PayPal
“Alan!! What a genius, a quick-witted master – with a huge challenge to work a very rowdy two-level room and yet he had the crowd with him every step of the way. His planning was perfect but it was his delivery that won the hearts in the conference room – the mastery of blending cheekiness with charm to deliver thought provoking Content. He totally nailed it – he set the mood 100% right and created the best atmosphere I have ever experienced at a conference like this. He is an incredibly talented intelligent man – and not just that, he has the timing and judgement which I believe would make him succeed at any Conference- such a hard job looked effortless and natural to him – he was a joy!!!”
Fiona Naughton, Senior Director, Global Brand Planning at PayPal
Pendulum
“Alan Shortt knows his stuff and through his intensive preparation in advance of our session, Alan helped me understand how I really perform from an audience point of view. He provided very effective coaching and tips which I am looking forward to using in the future. I feel much more confident.”
Frankie Sheahan, Founder & Global CEO Pendulum Summit Dublin & New York
Britvic
“Alan was extremely creative in helping me correct some concerns I had with regards to presentations and communications. At the outset Alan understood the issues and was able to help me correct them. Alan’s approach is extremely effective and he fully understands the sphere of communications and how to engage an audience or 2 to thousands. This experience helps him understand his clients difficulties allowing him to tailor solutions to meet the clients needs. I could not recommend Alan highly enough.”
Jimmy Lee, HR Manager at Britvic
DCHG
“The Department recently participated in the “Mastering the Media” course presented by Alan. We found the course to be of great benefit and an important step in our preparations to engage with local media in the near future. I would highly recommend the course and in particular Alan’s ability to provide a clear and insightful approach to recognising what is needed to reflect on and improve in giving interviews to print, radio and visual media.”
Mark Bohan – Head of Designations Unit at Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht
NCBI
“Alan’s media skills training was extremely beneficial to NCBI. Alan helped us to identify, create and see how to take advantages of opportunities to get our key messages out there and to build awareness of NCBI. The workshop was not only practically helpful but also entertaining and Alan’s tips and feedback will stay with the group for a long time. The practical exercises gave everyone a chance to put the skills learned into practice during the day and to gain confidence in front of a camera or microphone. I look forward to working with Alan again in the future.”
Fionnuala Murphy – Communications Manager, NCBI
IPB Insurance
“Experiencing a radio interview is both terrifying and exhilarating. Alan’s deep understanding of the business helps you summarise important issues that you wish to explain in simple words and then pushes you out of your comfort zone. Alan’s patience and no-nonsense style helped reach results beyond our expectations.”
Tom Keane – Head of Marketing & Communications, Irish Public Bodies Insurance