Speak. Shine. Succeed.

Dr. Meggie Mapes delivers research-driven communication consulting to help clients move audiences to action, drive social change, and align their message with their mission. She has supported entrepreneurs, CEOs, small business owners, and global organizations in elevating their voice and maximizing their reach.

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Meet Dr. Meggie Mapes

Dr. Meggie Mapes is a distinguished communication strategist, educator, and author dedicated to empowering individuals and organizations to communicate with authenticity and impact. As a professor and director at the University of Kansas, she oversees public speaking and professional public speaking curricula that serve over 4,000 students annually. Her award-winning textbook and research delve into presentation best practices, and investigate the role of storytelling and narratives in shaping cultural and organizational values.

Through her consultancy, Meggie Mapes, LLC, Dr. Mapes has collaborated with entrepreneurs, CEOs, small business owners, and multinational organizations, delivering research-based communication services that drive social impact and organizational success. Her passion lies in helping clients unleash their confidence and amplify their voices to create meaningful change.

Meggie, an Iowa native, now resides in Kansas City with her husband, Mike, and their two dogs: Buckley, a sharpei, and Bingo, a rottweiler. In her free time, she competes in body building competitions, reads fiction, and enjoys travel.

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Clients Love Dr. Meggie Mapes

This class was amazing. Dr. Mapes is one of the best instructors I’ve had the pleasure of learning from. I came to class early and didn’t want it to end. I’m grateful for the lessons and the forever bonds created.

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Read Meggie's Work

Delve into Dr. Meggie Mapes' compelling publications, where she explores cultural narratives, examines gender and racial bias in diverse contexts, and unveils her groundbreaking research on educational interventions within prisons to combat violence.

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Strategic Communication for Visionary Leaders

Grounded in research and real-world experience, Dr. Mapes helps you communicate with clarity, authenticity, and purpose—whether you're leading a team, shaping culture, or scaling impact.

Organizations

Enhance team communication, foster inclusion, and align your internal messaging. Dr. Mapes helps organizations identify growth areas and implement strategic, values-based solutions.

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Training

Interactive workshops on public speaking, assertiveness, storytelling, and DEI. Designed to build confidence, develop practical skills, and inspire impactful communication at every level.

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Coaching

One-on-one coaching to refine leadership presence, articulate vision, and navigate complexity. For executives ready to lead with clarity, conviction, and authenticity.

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Watch Meggie Speak

A captivating keynote speaker, Dr. Meggie Mapes is a leading authority in communication and diversity. With her transformative insights and passion for strategic success, she empowers audiences to embrace diversity, harness the power of effective communication, and create major wins in their personal and professional endeavors.

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