Charles Kettner provides public speaking training for identity-conscious political candidates, business leaders, attorneys and others in leadership positions. Currently “The Specialist” is the official Speech and Presentation Trainer for the Virginia Beach, VA Republican Party.
“Charles Kettner has provided professional public speaking training for sitting U.S. Congressmen and Congressional candidates, members of the Virginia Beach, Virginia City Council, Virginia State Representative candidates, NASA staffers, Brigadeer Generals, Naval Captains, Commanders, Navy Seals, and many others.”
His public speaking training encompasses critical areas of communication delivery, such as enunciation, eye contact, facial expressions, body language and appearance. The training is designed to help you avoid the common mistakes encountered in public speaking and give you the confidence to effectively deliver your message.
Charles has been a guest speaker at colleges and universities, such as The University of North Carolina, Old Dominion University, and the ITT Tech Commencement Ceremony, and has been the Master of Ceremonies at countless events.
Our consulting services cater to business, political and private group interests. If you are interested in any of our services, please contact “The Specialist” toll-free at 757-274-6983 to make an appointment.
Testimonials
Charles Kettner has provided professional public speaking training for sitting U.S. Congressmen and Congressional candidates, members of the Virginia Beach, Virginia City Council, Virginia State Representative candidates, NASA staffers, Brigadeer Generals, Naval Captains, Commanders, Navy Seals, and many others.
The Specialist’s approach to public speaking training is that there is no better advertising than a happy client. Below are sample images of some of the letters received from several of our clients. Because we highly respect the privacy of all our clients, the actual full-size letters are available for serious inquiries only. If you wish to view testimonial documents please contact “The Specialist” at 757-274-6983 to make an appointment for a free consultation.
'...he has a skill set unlike any other.'
'He thoroughly impressed me with his professionalism...'
'...he molds you into a force as a public speaker.'
'...perfecting the art of selling yourself.'
'I became a more efffective communicator so quickly.'
'You are absolutely using your God-given talents...'
'I am sure our graduates will remember your presentation...'
'...greatly exceeded my expectations.'
'...expert guidance in all aspects of speech development and delivery.'
I was fortunate to work with Chris Kettner AKA "The Specialist", a very unique Speech Coach...he has a skill set unlike any other. His ability to use the English language to make not only my speeches "pop", but also his mastery of words enabling me to connect with my audience like never before has been an invaluable asset...His 43 years of experience, easy personality and unique teaching style are definitely reasons enough for me not envisioning going further without his assistance always being nearby!
U.S. Congressman
You helped me focus my message and craft it so that I could address my audience with issues relevant to them, and reach people in a way I could not have done on my own without your help. You are absolutely using your God-given talents, and I am so grateful. I would absolutely recommend your services to anyone who will be addressing an audience. You are easy to work with, you always "romance" the constructive criticism so it's bearable, and you have more energy than anyone I know. Thank you from the bottom of my heart, and my audiences don't know it, but they thank you too!
U.S. Congressional Candidate
It is with gratitude that I write to thank you for the faithful and most professional service that you provided as my speech coach over the past several weeks. The marked improvement in my speaking ability and proficiency to deliver a message with clarity and to capture the audience greatly exceeded my expectations. The success of my final goal during this period was accomplished in the best of fashion and with a stellar result. I appreciate your patience and directness, a strategically balanced combination indeed. You committed to precisely that which you promised to deliver, and I would highly recommend you to any individual aimimg to improve his or her public speaking in any capacity, public or private.
Requirements Manager
NASA
You made constructive criticism that was sometimes by necessity brutal, nonetheless a fun experience. I became a more efffective communicator so quickly in a sprint campaign because of how you made it fun. It is a known fact that when learning is fun that behavior modification and skill acquisition takes place more rapidly. Unfortunately, it is the rare artesan who possesses the fusion of interpersonal communication skills and expertise in the science of human behavior that makes learning fun. You are that artesan.
Virginia Beach City Councilman
Chris Kettner is a highly polished and professional individual who seeks excellence for himself and others around him. He has the unique ability to assess a client and make prfound improvements immediately. His experience and understanding of how to relate to a crowd shine through, as he molds you into a force as a public speaker. Chris goes above and beyond to accomodate your schedule and attend your performances. He tirelessly works to bring out your strengths and remove your weaknesses. I am pleased to give Chris my highest recommendation to anyone seeking to truly improve his or her public speaking ability.
U.S. Congressional Candidate
He thoroughly impressed me with his professionalism and his generosity in unreservedly supporting a great and messy democratic process. It is a great privilege to continue a professional and personal relationship with him. I highly endorse his capabilities to anyone interested in dramatically improving their communication skills.
U.S. Congressional Candidate
[Chris Kettner] will take a role as the Official Trainer of the Candidates for improving speaking and delivery as well as perfecting the art of selling yourself. With a skill set of motivational speaking, 41 years of direct sales and 35 years of training literally thousands of people, as well as baing a regional talk radio show host and published author, we feel it will be a great opportunity for everyone.
Republican Party of Virginia Beach
Making a connection with the students and employees at expands our community and provides a valuable educational experience for everyone. I am sure our graduates will remember your presentation and that it will be a source of inspiration as they pursue their future.
ITT Technical Institute
Words alone cannot express my appreciation of the value of the training I received from Mr. C.C. Kettner. Chris is known by many as "The Specialist" due to his breadth of knowledge as a sales and management subject matter expert. Those same skills also make him suited to provide expert guidance in all aspects of speech development and delivery for a political candidate, any political candidate.
U.S. Congressional Candidate