The Speaking Specialists have successfully provided comprehensive media training and communication coaching to corporations, businesses, organizations, and associations since 1985. Clients range from some of the largest companies in the world to smaller private firms and individuals. In addition, The Speaking Specialists have conducted sessions at more than 100 colleges and universities. They were privileged to be the chosen as the sole trainers for the athletes and coaches in the 2000, 2002, and 2004 Olympic Games.

The Speaking Specialists have also provided crisis communication training to hundreds of corporations and firms on three continents as part of their overall training.

The reason for the company's success? Both Sue Castorino and Randy Minkoff are veterans of all aspects of the media and know how it works; they provide an interactive program that offers realistic scenarios and solutions for today's businesses. The husband- wife team also brings more than 40 years of combined experience to the sessions which are tailored to the needs of the companies and individuals. Unlike a pure textbook course, this is hands-on interactive and contemporary training to assist companies and individuals in all types of communications challenges.

One-on-one speaker training is also provided for individuals looking to improve in public and persuasive speaking, dealing with the media, fund raising and promotional endeavors. The Speaking Specialists will conduct the sessions either at the company's site or at one of their two Chicago-area offices.

There are a lot of entities offering "media training" but only one company, the Speaking Specialists, has the background and expertise to answer today's complex communication issues.