Speaking & Training

No death by PowerPoint. No wasted time.

Trusted by military leaders, government agencies, and organizations worldwide.​ Participants leave feeling invested in, equipped, and ready to win the day. Every session is interactive, practical, and grounded in real research and clinical experience.

Request A Training
SPEAKING ONESHEET

Briefing

A high-level overview with Q&A or facilitated discussion. 1-2hrs.

Half-Day

Deeper teaching, audience interaction, or multiple short sessions. 3-4 hrs.

Full-Day

Deeper teaching, audience interaction, or multiple short sessions. 6-8 hrs.

In-Person & Virtual

Faith-Based & Secular

Interactive & Strengths-Based
 

Training Topics

Every session starts with your problem, not my slide deck.

Choose a focus area, or let’s build something custom. Each training is drawn from 20+ years of research, counseling, and leadership development.

 
Based on Military Culture Shift
Your junior enlisted don’t respond to leadership the way you did. The friction isn’t insubordination — it’s a generational shift 20 years in the making.
This training draws from 15 years of qualitative research to help leaders understand the generational trends reshaping the force — and learn to lead across them.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
  • Understand generational viewpoints from Boomers through Gen Z and how they show up in military culture.
  • Identify the cumulative effects of 20 years of war, budget decisions, and policy changes on current cohorts
  • Recognize the trust gap between the institution and its people — and what’s driving it
  • Develop practical strategies for multi-generational leadership that restore morale and connection
    • IDEAL AUDIENCE:  Battalion and brigade commanders, senior NCOs, DoD civilian leaders, organizational program managers
    FORMAT: Keynote (60–90 min), Half-day workshop, or Full-day seminar with companion podcast series.
    Most adults were never formally taught how to communicate assertively. This isn’t soft-skill filler — it’s a concrete framework participants use immediately.
    An interactive session that gives participants a repeatable, usable framework for navigating hard conversations — at work, at home, and in relationships.
    LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
  • Distinguish between passive, aggressive, passive-aggressive, and assertive communication
  • Practice a repeatable framework for assertive expression in real scenarios
  • Build confidence in setting boundaries without damaging relationships
  • Apply assertive communication to common military family and workplace scenarios
    • IDEAL AUDIENCE:  Service members, military spouses, teams, couples, leadership groups
    FORMAT: Interactive workshop (90 min – half day). Includes role-play and practice scenarios.
    Research shows strengths-based teams see a 14% increase in productivity and significant decreases in conflict. This isn’t personality typing — it’s applied science.
    Using the Gallup CliftonStrengths assessment, this training helps teams, couples, and individuals discover their natural talents and apply them to leadership, conflict resolution, and relationships.
    LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
  • Complete the CliftonStrengths assessment and understand your Top 5 talent themes
  • Learn how natural talents differ from acquired skills — and why it matters
  • Apply strengths to team dynamics, conflict resolution, and relationship building
  • Develop personalized strategies for leveraging strengths in your role and relationships
    • IDEAL AUDIENCE: Teams of any size, couples, individuals in transition, leadership cohorts
    FORMAT: Half-day or full-day workshop. Can be tailored for couples retreats or leadership offsites. Includes individual assessment and debrief.
    Deployment, reintegration, and the daily grind of service life don’t just test marriages — they reshape them. This isn’t date-night advice.
    Designed specifically for military and service-connected couples, these retreats combine clinical expertise with strengths-based frameworks. Topics range from communication and conflict resolution to navigating deployment and rebuilding trust. Faith-based and secular formats available.
    LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
  • Strengthen communication patterns using evidence-based frameworks
  • Identify individual strengths and how they complement your partner
  • Navigate the specific stressors of military life as a unified team
  • Rebuild connection and trust through guided exercises and facilitated conversation
    • IDEAL AUDIENCE:  Active duty couples, veteran couples, military ministry groups, unit family readiness groups
    FORMAT:  Half-day, full-day, or weekend retreat. Customized to your unit, chapel, or organization.
    Not every organization fits neatly into a pre-built training. I design custom engagements tailored to your audience, your challenges, and your goals.
    Past custom work includes program evaluation, organizational culture assessments, curriculum development, and strategic advising for military-serving nonprofits.
    LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
  • Content and objectives designed around your specific needs and audience
  • Can combine elements from any of the above trainings
  • Available for single events, multi-session engagements, or ongoing consulting
    • IDEAL AUDIENCE: DoD organizations, military-serving nonprofits, faith communities, educational institutions, corporate teams
    FORMAT:  Flexible — from a 45-minute keynote to a multi-month consulting engagement

    ALSO AVAILABLE

    Event Hosting & Moderation

    You know your mission better than anyone. But when it comes to communicating it — especially to military families — you need someone who can capture the audience and connect with the culture. I’ve hosted and moderated panels, galas, and storytelling events for organizations across the DoD community.

     
    INQUIRE

    WHO I'VE TRAINED

    From battalion team development to strategic DoD briefings.

    I’ve delivered training at every level of the military community and beyond.

     

    Special Operations

    1st Special Forces Command, 160th SOAR, 75th Ranger Regiment, 8th PSYOPS, 1st/3rd/5th Groups, Air Force 27th SOW (Cannon AFB), USASOC Force Modernization Center, 91st & 95th Civil Affairs

    Conventional & Senior Leadership

    III Army Corps SHARP, 1st Cavalry Division, US Navy Master Chief Petty Officer Conference, DOD Military Community & Family Policy, DOD Spouse Education & Career Opportunities, Military OneSource

    Military Institutions

    Marine Corps University, Army War College, National Defense University Foundation, JFK Special Warfare Center & School

    Government

    Government Accountability Office (GAO), Texas House of Representatives

    Organizations & Private Sector

    USO, Chris Kyle Frog Foundation (TACKF), Green Beret Foundation, Project Sanctuary, The Red Cross, Second Service Foundation, AUSA, Air Force Association, Deloitte Consulting, BP Oil, Leidos, Armed Forces Insurance, Delta Defense

    WHAT PEOPLE SAY

    I am not the “marriage Counseling” kinda guy. I have a hard time trusting people with the inner workings of our crazy life. With that being said, Corie is different. She has the ability to relate and develop that trust without invading your space.

    Nick, Veteran

    Corie never disappoints. I love how Corie is able to give words to the common 'feelings' and 'experiences' of our military life. These words allow for the 'a-ha' moments - getting to the heart of issues - which in turn allow for growth & hope.

    SOF Spouse

    Corie is the Brene Brown of the military community..."

    Kat, military spouse

    Ready to bring this to your team?

    Tell me about your audience and goals. I’ll design something your people will actually remember.

     
    GET IN TOUCH
    Speaking Onesheet
    Training Overview