Danielle Barnes
Danielle is the CEO of Women Talk Design, where she’s on a mission to amplify the voices of women and nonbinary folks. She’s trained hundreds of individuals on the power of storytelling and how to become more confident public speakers. She co-founded Austin Design Week, a week-long event celebrating the design community in Austin through 100+ free community-hosted talks, workshops, and events that ran from 2016-2021. Previously, Danielle founded and led education company General Assembly’s Austin campus, launched the San Francisco campus, and championed the first full-time User Experience Design Immersive program. She’s the co-author of Present Yourself, launching March 2024.
Presentations
Tent Talks Featuring Danielle Barnes
Empowering Voices: Crafting and Sharing Your Story with Impact
Join us for a compelling session with Danielle Barnes, CEO of Women Talk Design, as we explore the art of impactful storytelling and public speaking. Danielle will unveil her unique approach to sharing unfinished stories, her journey in discovering what she wanted to share with the world, and the foundational beliefs that guide her public speaking strategies.
Gain insights into the common pitfalls of self-publishing and receive actionable advice to elevate your own narrative, whether on stage, in print, or in life. This session promises to be a treasure trove of inspiration and practical wisdom for anyone looking to find their voice and share their story with impact. Get ready to be empowered and to empower others through the transformative power of storytelling!
