Executive Presence – Intensive! Interactive! Inspirational! Tips, tools and techniques to network and upskill!

Joining the exciting “Black History [every] Month” 2025 line up is JD Robinson’s Executive Presence Intensive!

• Tips, tools and techniques to increase presentation skills through performance!
• A wonderful way for locals to network and upskill!
• A super experience for visitors to add to their Santa Monica experiences!
• Perfect for individuals, small groups, and even full-company team-building!

Five weekly 90-minute sessions – come to one, two, or as many as you like!

Professionals in all walks of life will gain access to the language of improvisation with hands-on, role-play-based audience participation and performances that intrigue the mind, and engage the audience in ways to make them better presenters in every meeting, gathering or discussion, while increasing joy and fulfillment at work. These adaptive skills can help professionals build confidence leading a team, leading a meeting, holding a room’s focus or giving a speech anywhere at a moment’s notice.

Jared Donahue Robinson is a visionary. A company culture & engagement consultant, producer, and director with over two decades of experience in long-form improvisation, corporate team building and outdoor education. Based in the innovative hub of Santa Monica’s Silicon Beach, Jared excels in crafting transformative shared experiences that foster collaboration and innovation.

A former consultant & alumnus of the Second City Conservatory and the Improv Olympic Training Center, Jared has taught & performed globally with international improv troupes and corporate executives, focusing on ideation, communication, relationship building, conflict resolution, active listening, and employee engagement.

Jared’s dynamic approach creates shared experiences that enhance creativity, boost engagement, and electrify personal presence, driving innovation and success to the work experience. His charismatic style and deep insights make him a sought-after leader in company culture design and team professional development.

The Black History [every] Month project is supported in part by generous grants from the We Are Santa Monica Fund, the City of Santa Monica and the Santa Monica Arts Commission and Playhouse PALS.