Keynotes and Corporate Training
Own Your Space
Own Your Space is Stevie’s signature keynote—a high-energy, story-driven presentation that shows audiences how to face challenges with confidence. Drawing from his background in martial arts, stand-up comedy, and decades of professional improv, Stevie teaches people how to stay grounded, think clearly, and “own the room” when the pressure is on.
Key Takeaways:
- How to project confidence even in high-pressure situations
- Staying present when things go wrong or off-script
- Connecting authentically with audiences, clients, and teams
- Using humor and quick thinking to break tension and build trust
- The mindset shift that helps people "own their space" in any environment
“I learned more from Stevie Ray in one hour than in ten years from other speakers.”
— Audra K. Solberg, Director of Administration, Robins Kaplan Law Firm
Improv that Works
Improv That Works is Stevie’s hands-on workshop series designed for teams who want practical tools they can use right away. These sessions bring improv techniques into real business situations — customer conversations, team communication, leadership challenges, and problem-solving moments.
Workshop Outcomes:
- Tools for clear, confident communication in tough situations
- Techniques for building trust and connection within teams
- How to listen, respond, and adapt in real time
- Strategies for handling conflict or difficult conversations
- Practical exercises that reinforce collaboration and quick thinking
“Stevie taught me to be an effective communicator, and over the last half dozen years or so of my career this skill has been the most important one in terms of my success.”
— Robert Salipante, President, Sun Life Financial
A few of our delighted clients
About Stevie Ray
Stevie Ray is a communication skills speaker, corporate trainer, and founder of Stevie Ray’s Improv Company, one of the longest-running improv theaters and training organizations in the country. With over 35 years of experience, Stevie blends the worlds of improv, martial arts, and stand-up comedy to teach people how to communicate clearly, stay confident under pressure, and connect with others — even in challenging moments.
He has trained thousands of professionals across industries, delivered programs nationwide, and built a reputation for making communication skills approachable, practical, and fun. Stevie’s unique background and decades of real-world experience give his audiences tools they can use immediately.
