Speaking & Workshops

Inspiring Action. Building Leaders. Creating Lasting Impact.

Speaking & Workshops โ€“ Piedmont Coaching

At Piedmont Coaching, we believe that speaking, training, and workshops are more than just eventsโ€”they are opportunities for transformation. In todayโ€™s fast-paced and competitive markets such as San Francisco, Silicon Valley, Los Angeles, and New York City, organizations that prioritize learning and leadership development consistently outperform those that donโ€™t. Speaking engagements and corporate training programs are essential investments in people, ensuring that leaders, teams, and organizations are prepared for the challenges of tomorrow.

Led by David Mitroff, Ph.D., an internationally recognized keynote speaker, business growth strategist, and UC Berkeley instructor, Piedmont Coaching brings decades of expertise in consulting, psychology, and leadership to every event. Whether you are a government agency, nonprofit, educational institution, or Fortune 500 company, we provide keynote speaking, corporate training, and workshops that inspire action, build capacity, and deliver measurable results.

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Business & Executive Coaching | Piedmont Coaching | San Francisco Bay Area
Business & Executive Coaching | Piedmont Coaching | San Francisco Bay Area

Experience That Spans Industries and Roles

Keynote Speaking

David Mitroff, Ph.D., has delivered hundreds of keynote presentations across the globe, from intimate boardrooms of executives to packed auditoriums of more than 1,000 attendees. His keynotes are known for their engaging storytelling, practical frameworks, and audience interactivity. Davidโ€™s style combines real-world business insights with humor, energy, and actionable takeaways. Each keynote is customized to meet the audienceโ€™s unique challenges and opportunities.

Popular Keynote Topics include:

  • How Leaders Create Luck: A proven framework from Davidโ€™s TEDx-style talks and consulting experience, helping leaders recognize opportunities and create momentum.
  • Networking That Works: Based on Davidโ€™s experience building Professional Connector, this talk equips audiences to build authentic relationships that open doors.
  • Digital Transformation & Innovation: How organizations can adapt, embrace change, and thrive in rapidly evolving industries.
  • Leadership in Competitive Markets: Why cities like San Francisco, Oakland, LA, and NYC demand sharper leadership skills and how to develop them.
  • Entrepreneurship & Business Growth: Lessons from over 15 years of advising startups, small businesses, and global corporations.

Case Study: At an AAHOA national hospitality conference, David addressed an audience of over 1,000 hotel owners. By combining digital marketing insights with leadership strategies, attendees walked away with tools to modernize their businesses and immediately improve guest engagement. Similar impact has been achieved at UC Berkeley, where David regularly teaches entrepreneurship and business growth, and at Google, where he mentors founders scaling their companies.

Corporate Training & Workshops

Corporate training with Piedmont Coaching is designed to move beyond theory and deliver practical skills that teams can apply immediately. Unlike generic workshops, our programs are interactive, experiential, and tailored to the specific goals of each organization.

Workshop Formats include:

  • Half-Day Training: Focused sessions on a single topic, ideal for sharpening skills.
  • Full-Day Workshops: Immersive training with breakout groups, interactive exercises, and hands-on practice.
  • Multi-Week Leadership Development Programs: Long-term initiatives that drive sustainable cultural change.

Topics We Cover:

  • Leadership Development for Executives and Managers
  • Career Planning & Employee Growth
  • Productivity & Time Management
  • Communication, Conflict Resolution, and Collaboration
  • Customer Experience & Service Excellence
  • Team-Building & Organizational Alignment

Industries Served:

  • Technology (Silicon Valley startups, global tech firms)
  • Hospitality (restaurants, hotels, travel companies)
  • Healthcare (administrators, medical teams)
  • Legal (law firms, bar associations)
  • Nonprofits (fundraising, donor communication, stakeholder engagement)
  • Government agencies (leadership training, organizational efficiency)
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Business & Executive Coaching | Piedmont Coaching | San Francisco Bay Area

Case Study: A San Francisco nonprofit brought Piedmont Coaching in to improve donor communication. After a series of workshops focused on storytelling and strategic messaging, the organization reported a 30% increase in donor engagement and contributions within six months.

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Past Events & Highlights

David has spoken and trained at some of the most respected organizations worldwide:

  • UC Berkeley: Entrepreneurship, innovation, and business growth courses.
  • Google Startup Launchpad: Mentorship and workshops for scaling tech startups.
  • AAHOA National Conferences: Leadership and hospitality industry training.
  • International Conferences: Sessions in Korea, Turkey, and China on entrepreneurship and leadership.
  • Chambers of Commerce and Small Business Development Centers: Training programs for local business owners.

His work has been featured in NBC, ABC, Inc., Hospitality Technology, The Jewish Weekly, and The Catholic Voice. Audiences consistently describe David as inspiring, engaging, and practical.

Why Choose Piedmont Coaching

Organizations choose Piedmont Coaching because we deliver measurable impact. Unlike motivational speakers who offer inspiration without structure, we combine academic expertise, consulting knowledge, and practical tools to create real change. Our programs are customized to every audience, whether itโ€™s a group of government leaders, nonprofit managers, or corporate executives.

Why Clients Work With Us:

About David Mitroff, Ph.D. โ€“ Speaker Bio

David Mitroff, Ph.D., is a business growth strategist, keynote speaker, and founder of Piedmont Avenue Consulting, Professional Connector, and Piedmont Coaching. He has worked with thousands of executives, entrepreneurs, and organizations worldwide to drive innovation, improve performance, and accelerate growth.

David serves as an instructor at UC Berkeley, where he teaches courses on entrepreneurship, innovation, and business consulting. He is the author of several books, including The Event Effect, How Leaders Create Luck, and The 45 Day Consultant. His work has been featured on NBC, ABC, Inc., and Hospitality Technology.

As a keynote speaker, David has delivered talks for organizations such as Google, AT&T, Marriott, AAHOA, and international conferences in Korea, Turkey, and China. He blends his background in clinical psychology with real-world business expertise, offering audiences a unique perspective on leadership, growth, and transformation.

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Book a Speaking Engagement or Workshop

Whether youโ€™re planning a conference keynote, corporate training, or team workshop, Piedmont Coaching delivers programs that inspire, educate, and equip participants for success. We work with government agencies, nonprofits, corporations, and educational institutions to design events that meet their unique goals.

  • Keynote Speaking for Conferences & Summits
  • Half-Day & Full-Day Corporate Workshops
  • Ongoing Leadership Development Programs

Contact us today to explore how David Mitroff, Ph.D., can partner with your organization.

Executive Training, Leadership Workshops, and Professional Development Programs

At Piedmont Coaching, Dr. David Mitroff leads dynamic executive training sessions, leadership development workshops, and professional coaching programs designed to inspire measurable results. Drawing from over 20 years of consulting, teaching, and keynote speaking experience, Dr. Mitroff delivers engaging, hands-on training tailored for organizations across the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Diego, and nationwide. Each program combines business strategy, communication mastery, and psychological insight to improve performance, strengthen leadership skills, and build high-impact teams. Whether conducting an executive workshop for corporate leaders, a sales training for emerging professionals, or a custom leadership retreat, Piedmont Coaching equips participants with the tools and frameworks to think strategically, collaborate effectively, and lead with confidence.