Executive Speechwriting for Leaders Who Need to Be Heard
AI can generate words. But true leaders need a distinctive voice.
I craft executive speeches for global leaders that inspire, persuade and are remembered.
Exceptional leaders stand apart. So should their words.
I’m Brent Kerrigan, an an executive speechwriter and communications strategist based in Geneva, specializing in executive-level speeches for CEOs and international leaders.
I served as Head Speechwriter at UN Climate Change (UNFCCC) for more than five years — supporting heads of state, senior diplomats and global figures during some of the most consequential climate negotiations of the last decade.
And I continue to work with several UN institutions, including the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), crafting speeches that sing.
Today, I work directly with leaders in both the public and private sectors to shape speeches that capture your voice, reflect your vision, and elevate the moment — so you don’t just speak, you lead the conversation.
Your message deserves more than clarity. It deserves a voice that's unmistakably yours — and words that move people to act.
Great Speeches Start with Great Partnerships
Great speeches grow out of trust, clarity, and collaboration.
You don’t capture voice overnight — and you can’t find it in a template.
Truly powerful speeches come from a real partnership: one built on listening, respect and a shared commitment to getting it right.
Some of the most iconic speeches in history came from that kind of collaboration — think JFK and Ted Sorensen, Reagan and Peggy Noonan.
I work the same way. I take time to understand your voice, your leadership style, and capture the tone that’s unmistakably yours.
The result? Speeches that don’t just sound good — they get better every time you step on stage.
The real cost of generic speechwriting.
A forgettable speech costs more than you think.
It doesn’t just fall flat. It leaves people unsure of what you stand for, or why they should care.
In high-stakes settings, every word shapes perception. A templated speech can leave your audience unmoved… or worse, unconvinced. That’s not just a missed opportunity — it’s a poor investment of your time and influence.
I’ve seen it happen at the highest levels: speeches neutralized by bureaucratese, meaning lost, credibility weakened — not because the ideas weren’t strong, but because the voice wasn’t.
The difference?
Generic speeches fill a time slot.
Strategic speeches move people.
How I Work: A Different Approach to Speechwriting
Great speeches are built on trust — not templates.
My approach is collaborative and tailored.
I don’t disappear, send a draft, and hope it lands.
I work closely with you and your executive team to understand your goals, tone and leadership voice — then craft a speech that sounds like no one else but you.
Every engagement is different, but here’s what most clients can expect:
A strategic conversation to define message, tone and audience.
A focused research and information-gathering phase, including face-to-face conversations with key experts.
A first draft with enough structure to stand, and enough flexibility to grow.
Revisions shaped by your voice, rhythm and delivery — until it lands.
I also offer long-term support for leaders looking to refine their voice across multiple speeches, panels, or platforms.
Crafting a powerful speech is only part of the equation.
How it’s delivered can make all the difference.
That’s why I offer personalized delivery support — helping clients refine tone, pacing, and presence for the room they’re stepping into.
Whether it’s a keynote, panel, or video message, I ensure your delivery carries the same clarity and confidence as the speech itself.
This is focused, practical delivery coaching — designed specifically around the speech we've built together. Not generic presentation skills. The actual words, the actual moment, the actual you.
Ready to craft a speech that reflects your voice and vision?
No pressure. No mailing lists.
Just a conversation about what you need — and how I can help.
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