Sylvia Baffour
Emotional intelligence expert for leaders and teams where trust, change, and conflict collide
Travels from Washington D.C. DC, USA
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Speaks on:
Emotional Intelligence
Emotional Leadership
Resilience
Speaks to:
Associations & Membership Orgs
Corporate Teams & Enterprises
Nonprofits & NGOs
Formats:
Keynote
Breakout
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Key Audience Outcomes
Participants gained actionable tools and strategies to immediately improve their emotional intelligence in both professional and personal settings.
Attendees felt inspired and motivated to reframe their perspectives, manage their emotions, and enhance their interactions with others.
Many participants experienced increased self-awareness, leading to a deeper understanding of their impact on those around them and a desire to foster more positive relationships.
Participants learned practical techniques for controlling triggers, reframing questions, and shifting phrases to achieve better outcomes in various situations.
Sylvia's Bio
Sylvia Baffour is an emotional intelligence expert who works with leaders and teams to build trust, communicate clearly, and strengthen resilient, high-performing cultures. Recognized by HubSpot among the Top 15 female speakers alongside Oprah Winfrey and Mel Robbins, she also spent 13 years mentored by Dr. Maya Angelou, shaping her deeply human, story-rich approach to leadership and workplace culture. Drawing on her Dare to Care™ Framework and a global background spanning eight countries and five languages, Sylvia delivers engaging, practical keynotes that help audiences navigate change, handle tough conversations, and lead with empathy and accountability. She has delivered keynotes and trainings for organizations including Whirlpool, Lockheed Martin, the World Bank, and Doctors Without Borders. Meeting planners and participants consistently say she feels like an insider in their world, reflecting the depth of homework she does to tailor every keynote to their realities.
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Sylvia Offers the Following Talks
Dare to Care™: How Leaders Inspire & Influence with Emotional Intelligence
Recognize and regulate emotions to lead with greater clarity
Navigate change and uncertainty with emotional agility
Shape the emotional experience others have around you
Ask better questions that open dialogue and build trust
Cultivate empathy without sacrificing accountability
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Resilient and Thriving: Strategies to Lead, Adapt, and Endure
Strengthen adaptability during times of disruption and stress
Reframe challenges as opportunities for growth
Lead others with greater calm and clarity under pressure
Regulate emotional triggers through practical language shifts
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Frequently Asked Questions on Working With Sylvia
Can you customize your presentation for our specific audience and event theme?
Absolutely. I always schedule a stakeholder call before the event to ensure my content aligns with your audience, theme, and industry. Customization isn’t optional, it’s how I deliver a message that truly resonates.
What kind of promotional support do you offer to help market the event?
I’m happy to record a short promo video to build excitement and highlight the value attendees can expect. My goal is to help you create buzz and drive strong engagement before the event.
My organization has a limited budget. Do you have any flexibility in your pricing?
I understand budget constraints are real. Let’s start a conversation—I’m open to exploring creative options that make it a win-win for both of us.
What is your policy on event recordings and media rights?
Recording is possible. We would just need to discuss and align ahead of time, how it will be used or distributed. I also ask that I get a copy of the final recording.