SPEAKER / FACILITATOR
Helen von Dadelszen
"Confidence isn’t about being fearless. It’s about being willing to face fear, knowing you have the inner strength to handle whatever comes next."
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Helen von Dadelszen brings a unique blend of expertise in facilitation, moderation, and team-building to help individuals and organisations thrive.
With a background in recruitment, HR, and large-scale event management, combined with her extensive experience in theatre and public speaking, Helen is known for her ability to engage audiences, foster collaboration, and keep discussions focused and impactful. Her empathetic listening and tailored approach ensure that every participant feels heard, valued, and empowered to contribute.
Helen’s expertise shines when working with diverse audiences, including international NGOs and non-native English speakers. She has a proven track record of helping professionals articulate their ideas with confidence and clarity, making her an ideal partner for organisations looking to amplify their impact.
Her approach is inclusive and dynamic, combining her theatre background with practical communication strategies to leave participants not only inspired but equipped with tools they can apply immediately.
Whether moderating a high-profile panel, facilitating team-building workshops, or delivering a keynote on effective communication, Helen creates engaging and productive experiences tailored to her audience's needs.
Key Topics
- Communication skills for international professionals
- Overcoming presentation nerves and building confidence
- Non-verbal communication and vocal impact
If you’re looking for a facilitator or moderator who can bring energy, focus, and inclusivity to your event or workshop, Helen von Dadelszen is your go-to expert.
Languages: English, French
"The workshop occurred in a respectful, positive and fun settings allowing each of us to test and share! We could practice and improve all together and with a profound inclusivity. Helen is a great animator and coach.”Â
Workshop Participant
"Always happy to help, Helen is great at giving the most constructive feedback in a friendly way. Helen conducts lively and highly practical public speaking trainings. Anyone who is lucky enough to be trained by her develops the confidence and skills it takes to express oneself successfully, whether in front of a small or large audience. I can only recommend her!"
Fanny Chapel, Operations Manager, Hospitality Industry
"Her expertise in guiding the discussion on creating accessible and inclusive event experiences was truly impressive, ensuring engaging and inspiring insights for all attendees. Helen's skilful moderation added significant value to the event, and I happily recommend her as a moderator or chair for your next event."
Michel Huguenin, Events Consultant and Producer
Keynote Speech Topics
Find Your Voice, Own the Room
Your voice is more than sound; it’s your power to inspire, influence, and connect. With her rich background in theatre and vocal coaching, Helen will guide you to unleash your vocal potential. Whether you’re presenting, leading a meeting, or commanding a stage, this session will help you bring intention, clarity, and energy to your voice. Master the art of vocal variety and projection so you can not only be heard but leave a lasting impression.
Available as a keynote speech or 3-hour workshop.
Key takeaways:
- Understand how to project confidence and authority with your voice.
- Learn techniques for vocal variety to keep your audience engaged.
- Discover how your breath, posture, and energy impact vocal delivery.
- Build vocal clarity and strength so you’re always heard—and remembered.
Rewiring Your Mind: Break Free from Self-Sabotage
Your mind is a powerful tool—but it’s not always working in your favour. In this thought-provoking session, Helen von Dadelszen explores how self-sabotaging habits and thought patterns hold you back and how to rewire your brain for lasting change. Drawing on the principles of neuroplasticity and mindset mastery, you’ll learn practical strategies to shift your thinking, silence inner doubts, and step into your full potential with clarity and purpose.
Available as a keynote speech and/or 3-hour workshop.
Key takeaways:
- Recognize the hidden mental habits and thought patterns that limit your success.
- Explore how neuroplasticity can help you rewire your brain and build new empowering habits.
- Gain practical techniques to silence self-doubt and create a resilient, growth-oriented mindset.
- Learn how to align your thoughts with your goals to achieve sustainable, long-term change.
Flip the Switch: Turn Nerves into Supercharged Energy
What if the fear of public speaking or performance wasn’t something to fight, but a tool to fuel your brilliance? In this transformative session, Helen will teach you how to reframe nerves as excitement and channel that energy into a magnetic, high-impact presence. Learn simple yet powerful techniques to manage performance anxiety and take the stage (or the room) with confidence, poise, and charisma.
Available as a keynote speech or 3-hour workshop.
Key takeaways:
- Reframe nervousness into excitement to transform fear into positive energy.
- Explore practical methods to manage adrenaline and anxiety effectively.
- Learn how to stay grounded and calm under pressure.
- Use your energy to captivate your audience and create a lasting impact.
The Power of Presence: Own Your Space, Command the Moment
Presence isn’t about being seen—it’s about being felt. Helen will show you how to cultivate purposeful energy, use your body and voice to align with your message, and create the kind of impact that lingers long after you leave the room. Whether you’re leading a meeting, presenting on stage, or pitching your ideas, this session will help you "own it" with authenticity and power.
Available as a keynote speech or 3-hour workshop.
Key takeaways:
- Learn how to use purposeful energy to communicate authority and authenticity.
- Develop techniques to align your voice, body language, and message for maximum impact.
- Understand how to own your space and create a powerful, lasting presence.
- Master the art of commanding attention without being loud or overbearing.
See Helen in Action
"You are a voice/public speaking coach extraordinaire. Love working with you: 1) you are thorough 2) you are insightful and willingly show the non-obvious adjustments that make big impacts 3) you care about participant's success 4) you challenge participants to step up and out".Â
Frances Strickland, Founder and CEO
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