Public Speaking
Speaker • Emcee • Former TV Journalist • Communications Strategist
With more than 20 years of experience in journalism, media relations, strategic communications, and video storytelling, Jennifer Richardson brings a real-world perspective to conversations about media, leadership, crisis communications, and authentic storytelling.
As a former television news anchor and reporter, founder of Richardson Media, and communications instructor at the University of Oregon, Jennifer has helped organizations across education, healthcare, government, nonprofits, arts, and business better communicate their stories and navigate today’s rapidly evolving media landscape.
Jennifer is known for delivering engaging, conversational presentations rooted in real campaigns, real newsroom experience, and practical communications strategy audiences can immediately apply within their own organizations.
In addition to speaking and training, Jennifer frequently serves as an emcee and moderator for nonprofit fundraisers, community events, leadership forums, and special events throughout the Pacific Northwest. Her background in live television and event hosting allows her to bring professionalism, warmth, adaptability, and strong audience engagement to both large and small events.
Areas of Expertise
- Media and communications strategy
- Earned media and public relations
- Video storytelling and digital content
- Crisis communications and reputation management
- Executive communications and media training
- Building authentic organizational storytelling
- Long and short form content strategy
- Positioning leaders as subject matter experts
- Event moderation and nonprofit emceeing
Speaking, Hosting & Training Experience
- Speaker at the Association for Accounting Marketing Summit in Palm Springs
- Public Relations and Media Relations Instructor at the University of Oregon
- Emcee and moderator for nonprofit and community events
- Media and communications trainings for public agencies and leadership teams
- Strategic storytelling workshops for nonprofits and businesses
- Executive media coaching and interview preparation
- Video storytelling and content strategy presentations
Organizations & Industries Served
Jennifer has worked with organizations across:
- Education
- Healthcare
- Government
- Nonprofit
- Arts and culture
- Hospitality and tourism
- Small business and corporate sectors
- Community organizations
Presentation & Event Formats
- Conference presentations
- Nonprofit galas and fundraising events
- Leadership retreats
- Panel discussions and moderation
- Executive trainings
- Strategic communications workshops
- Media training sessions
- University guest lectures
- Community and nonprofit events
Moderator for Unleashing You Live
AAM Summit 2026
Speaker at USC Alumni seminar
Media Training Seminar
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Jennifer partners with organizations nationwide to deliver engaging presentations, workshops, and event hosting that inspire action and build stronger connections.
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