Meet Clarisse Nichole:
High-Stakes Performance Coach & Presence Strategist
Helping brilliant minds deliver brilliantly.
Every Spotlight Moment Tells Two Stories:
The one you planned—and the one your presence tells for you.
With 30 years of experience performing onstage and 12 years developing leaders at Ernst & Young, Clarisse bridges artistry and strategy to help speakers, executives, and founders deliver their message with clarity, calm, and charisma.
Her work blends the science of performance psychology with the art of stage presence—teaching clients to elevate their voice, refine their presence, and become unforgettable when it matters most.
Clarisse has supported everyone from first-time founders to global keynote speakers, helping them transform nerves into grounded authority and connect with audiences through authentic, embodied confidence.
Whether you’re preparing for a boardroom presentation, a TEDx talk, or a pitch that could change the course of your business, Clarisse helps you show up as your fullest, most powerful self when the spotlight hits.
“Clarisse’s warm, compassionate voice grounded me on the TED red dot and helped me show up with authentic, powerful presence.”
— Jamie Woolf, TEDx Speaker & CEO of Creativity Partners
Clarisse’s Favorite Topics
Why Event Producers and Leaders Book Clarisse:
Clarisse doesn’t just talk about presence — she helps audiences feel it.
Her sessions blend performance, coaching, and practice so participants start showing up differently before the hour is over.
When you bring Clarisse to your stage or program, you get:
Dual Credibility: 12 years inside EY — fluent in business culture, executive communication, and learning design.
Stage Mastery: 30 years as a performer — expert in voice, breath, and presence under pressure.
Experiential Learning: Hands-on sessions that combine storytelling, neuroscience, and real-time practice.
Lasting Impact: Leaders leave calm, confident, and capable of owning the room — not just inspired for a day.
“Clarisse elevates everyone around her. Watching her facilitate was magical—the room came alive with connection and insight.”
— Eric McConnell, Learning Facilitator, EY
Book Clarisse for your Event
Ready to inspire your audience with authentic storytelling and actionable insights? Tell us when and where your event is, and we will get in touch to confirm the details.
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Presence, poise, and performance under pressure.
How to transform nerves into grounded authority—from TEDx red dots to executive boardrooms. -
Turn complex ideas into human connection.
Practical storytelling techniques for analysts, consultants, and leaders who want their message to move people. -
An experiential communication lab that teaches confidence, body awareness, and vocal power through movement, improvisation, and real-time feedback.
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A keynote on the neuroscience of fear, reframed for high achievers.
Learn why anxiety and authenticity are two sides of the same coin — and how to harness both.
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Why you show up matters as much as how.
Connect with your “why” to find clarity, energy, and resilience in high-stakes spaces—from auditions to all-hands meetings.
