Speaking & Facilitation

Burn the manual. Flip the script. Lead on purpose.
That’s what I bring to every stage, screen, and strategy session.

Whether it’s a keynote, a leadership retreat, or a breakout session, I don’t do cookie-cutter talks.
I do wake-up calls that get quoted in break rooms, boardrooms, and bathroom mirrors.

I blend 25+ years of leadership experience with a Master’s-level background in Industrial-Organizational Psychology — but I deliver it like your team’s favorite straight-talking coach.

More Than a Mic Drop — It's a Mindset Shift.

Each topic below is designed to tackle the real issues your audience is facing — with strategy, candor, and lasting impact.

  • Leadership & Executive Presence

    Struggling to get your leaders to actually lead — not just manage?

    Tiffany helps executives build a leadership presence rooted in trust, clarity, and human connection — not just titles or task lists.

  • Teamwork & Culture

    Is your team full of great people who just aren’t working together?


    Tiffany breaks down the hidden friction points and helps teams rebuild rhythm, trust, and results — without forced bonding or fake hype.

  • Communication

    Are your leaders avoiding hard conversations and sending endless emails instead?


    Tiffany equips teams to speak with clarity, authority, and confidence — even when it’s uncomfortable.

  • Retail & Customer Experience

    Is your frontline carrying the brand, but getting burned out in the process?


    Tiffany teaches retail leaders how to reconnect with their people, not just their metrics.

  • Women’s Empowerment & Identity

    Do your attendees need more than a motivational speaker — someone who gets it?


    Tiffany shares real-life experience and tools for women rebuilding after trauma, burnout, or self-doubt.

  • Teen, College, & Community Confidence

    Are you preparing students for careers — but not for real-life communication?


    Tiffany teaches young audiences how to speak up, show up, and navigate the real world with self-trust.

High-impact talks look like this:

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  • Tiffany brings fresh energy and strategy to the frontline — helping retail leaders and teams reconnect with the people behind the purchase.

    • Elevating the Customer Experience

    • Store Culture & Team Dynamics

    • Frontline Leadership

    • Communication in Retail

    • Managing Turnover and Burnout

  • Because a talented team doesn’t always mean a high-functioning one. Tiffany helps rebuild trust, rhythm, and results.

    • Dysfunctional Teams

    • Cross-Functional Work

    • Building Trust

    • Communication Breakdown

    • Generational Teams

  • Leadership isn’t about a title — it’s about showing up. Tiffany equips leaders to show up boldly, communicate clearly, and lead with impact.

    • Disruptive Leadership

    • Communication as a Leadership Tool

    • Authentic Leadership

    • Leading Change

    • Executive Presence

  • Culture doesn't happen by chance — it's designed. Tiffany helps organizations align systems with values to scale impact, not just output.

    • Culture Design

    • Vision & Values Alignment

    • Business Communication Systems

    • Strategic Planning

    • Diagnosing Workplace Tension

  • Tiffany shares raw, real stories and tools to help women rebuild after burnout, silence, or survival — and step back into their voice.

    • Recovery & Identity

    • Resourcefulness & Resilience

    • Women in Business

    • Self-Advocacy

    • Overcoming Survival Mode

  • Real leadership is communication in action. Tiffany helps teams move beyond email overload and awkward silences into clarity and connection.

    • Workplace Communication

    • Giving and Receiving Feedback

    • Difficult Conversations

    • Communication Styles

    • Team Misunderstandings

    • Email/Text Reliance

    • Active Listening

  • Trust and empathy aren’t just soft skills — they’re success skills. Tiffany helps teams lead from the inside out when it comes to client and community relationships.

    • Service Culture

    • Relationship-Building

    • Empathy in Communication

    • Reputation Management

    • De-Escalation & Difficult Clients

    • Trust-Building

  • For younger audiences, Tiffany delivers real talk about confidence, communication, and what it actually takes to lead in the real world.

    • Confidence Building for Teens

    • College to Career Readiness

    • Using Your Voice in the Real World

    • From Survivor to Speaker

    • Self-Worth Beyond Social Media

Need something custom?
Every talk is tailored to your audience.

Who’s it for

  • Leadership conferences that want more than motivational fluff

  • Organizations tired of the same old speaker circuit

  • Teams in transition, ready to grow instead of coast

  • Women's leadership events looking for a real voice, not a rehearsed one

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What to Expect:

  • Straight talk (just the real stuff)

  • Tailored topics (no generic slide decks)

  • Long-term results (not hype that dies after your event).

Women’s V.O.I.C.E.S.

Because the table needs more than a seat. It needs your sound. Leadership looks different when women are heard, valued, and leading with power — not permission.

What Others are saying…

  • Tiffany was an amazing speaker and leader. She was part of our Leadership Class and provided new insights to understanding how we as individuals react to various issues with work and other team members. Well worth the day.

    John Tumbleson

  • Tiffany was an amazing speaker! She gave a great talk on communication and confidence, sharing practical tips in an engaging way. The interactive activity afterward helped us reflect on our leadership styles, making the session even more valuable. Highly recommend her for any organization looking for an inspiring speaker!

    Kristen S.

  • Tiffany Rufino is a powerhouse. If you're looking for a bold, disruptive business strategist who actually listens and tailors her approach to fit your unique goals, she’s the one. Tiffany doesn’t believe in one-size-fits-all solutions — she asks the kind of deep, thoughtful questions that uncover the real roadblocks in your business and help you move forward with clarity and confidence.

    Lunar Studio

  • Tiffany is nothing short of transformational! As someone developing my marketing business as a new business owner, I felt like I had the potential but needed guidance to make the leap with guidance. She didn’t just help me fine tune my strategy, also helped me uncover and overcome the imposter syndrome that were was me back. She has a unique combination of business expertise + therapeutic insight. I really love the combination to help bring it all together, inside & outside of me.

    Chelsea Monroe

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quick facts about tiffany

quick facts about tiffany

Years in leadership & corporate development: 25+

Specialties: Executive Coaching, Team Culture, Leadership Psychology, Public Speaking

Credentials: Organizational Psychology Expert, Certified Trainer & Facilitator

Seen On Stages For: UGG, HOKA, Great Clips (Northern Region), and more

Fun Fact: She's just as passionate about mentoring young professionals as she is coaching CEOs.

Looking for someone who will bring energy, insight, and transformation — not just a well-rehearsed script?