Speaker Profile
Newsroom instincts.
Boardroom savvy.
A storyteller's impact.
Dianne L. Chase — crisis communication strategist, executive communication
coach and keynote speaker. Award-winning credibility for stages where the
message has to land.
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For your next keynote,
workshop or executive
retreat.
- Keynotes & conference mainstage
- Half-day workshops & trainings
- Executive retreats & board sessions
- Keynotes & conference mainstage
Charlotte, NC · 704.606.1144
About Dianne
An award-winning former journalist — now the
strategist leaders call first.
Dianne L. Chase brings decades of experience navigating high-stakes communication challenges for executives, corporations and public agencies — with equal parts newsroom instincts, boardroom savvy and a storyteller’s impact.
As the author of The 7 C’s of the New Communication Compass (2026), she has distilled her expertise into a transformative framework that helps C-suite leaders and communication professionals communicate with clarity, courage and conviction — especially under pressure.
Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, Dianne serves organizations across manufacturing, financial services, healthcare, nonprofits and government.
Why audiences love Dianne
Stagecraft built on real consequence.
Real-world authority
Decades of journalism and crisis work — not theory.
Immediate takeaways
Audiences leave with tools they can use the next day.
Engaging delivery
Compelling storytelling grounded in high-stakes experience.
Versatile format
Keynotes, half-day workshops, executive retreats and panels.
Customizable content
Tailored to your industry, audience and communication goals.
Signature talks & presentations
Four keynotes. One throughline —
communication is leadership.
01
The 7 C's of the New Communication Compass
A strategic leadership framework for communicating with clarity and courage.
In a world of relentless noise, competing narratives and instant scrutiny, leaders who communicate well don’t just survive — they lead. Dianne unpacks her proprietary 7 C’s framework, giving audiences a practical roadmap to navigate complexity, build trust and communicate with impact at every level of an organization.
02
When the Story Breaks: Mastering Crisis Communication
Protecting reputation, leading with confidence, controlling the narrative.
Crisis doesn’t announce itself. Drawing on her award-winning journalism background and real-world crisis work, Dianne equips leaders with the mindset, messaging and media skills to respond decisively — before, during and after a crisis unfolds.
03
From Message to Movement: Communicating as a Thought Leader
Building influence, authority and lasting reputation through strategic communication.
Thought leadership isn’t a title — it’s earned through consistent, courageous communication. This session helps executives and communication professionals sharpen their personal brand, amplify their message and position themselves as credible voices in their industry.
04
Media-Ready: How Successful Leaders Perform Under Pressure
A journalist’s playbook for executives facing cameras, reporters and tough questions.
Dianne draws on her journalism career to give leaders an insider view of how media operates — and how to communicate with confidence, control and credibility in any setting, from TV interviews to press conferences to social-media scrutiny.
The book — 2026
The 7 C's of the New
Communication
Compass.
A proven strategic framework for communicating with clarity, credibility and conviction. Bulk orders for event attendees are available — pair the book with a keynote or workshop to extend the impact long after the stage lights dim.
Ideal audiences
- C-suite executives & senior leaders
- Communication & PR professionals
- Nonprofit & government leaders
- Emerging leaders & high-potential programs
Ideal events
- Corporate conferences & leadership summits
- Association annual meetings & chapter events
- Executive retreats & board workshops
- University & professional development programs
START THE CONVERSATION
When the stakes are high, the
story still has to land.
Whether you’re preparing for a milestone, navigating a crisis, or sharpening your leadership voice — let’s build the communication strategy your moment requires.