JD Schramm
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Gifted communicator, coach, and educator with over 25 years experience at schools including Stanford, Columbia, USC, and NYU; seeking coaching clients at all ranges of ability and experience.

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Bio

JD Schramm is an expert communication coach dedicated to helping individuals and organizations harness the power of effective messaging to inspire action. With a focus on pitches, presentations, and reports, JD's work transforms leaders into compelling communicators who drive meaningful change. His philosophy centers on intent, understanding the desired outcome of communication and tailoring every interaction to move audiences to think, say, or do something impactful. JD's clients have reached multibillion-dollar investment goals, launched political campaigns, and connected donors to complex scientific work, all through the art of clear and persuasive communication.

Drawing from his own personal journey, JD has found that resilience and success are fueled by the ability to communicate with clarity and authenticity. His life's work is rooted in helping others find their voice, telling their story, and making the difference they seek to bring about in the world. There is no greater joy for JD than seeing his clients succeed, knowing that through the power of communication, they are changing lives and inspiring others along the way.


Notable Client Achievements

  • Coached speakers to deliver at TED, TEDx, Davos, and SxSW
  • Helped a founder in stealth mode secure her seed investments
  • Helped a team of a global private equity firm exceed their year-over-year sales goals
  • Supported an aspiring thought leader in delivering her first major talks and editorials.
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In Their Own Words
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Work History
USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism
Lecturer of Communication
Stanford University Graduate School of Business
Lecturer in Organizational Behavior
NYU Stern School of Business
Clinical Associate Professor
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Credentials
  • Ed.D, University of Pennsylvania
  • MBA, New York University
  • 30+ years of experience as an Executive Communications Coach
  • Lecturer of Communications, USC Annenberg School of Communications
  • Director, King Global Leadership Development Program, Stanford University
Industry Specialties
Higher Education, Healthcare, Non Profit, Professional Services
Functional Specialties
Business Development, Education, Sales, Consulting
FAQ
Describe your coaching style.

My approach is tailored to the person, I get to know you and then devise coaching activities to support you in analyzing past communication and preparing for future communication.

How do you measure success with a client?

The client tells me what they want to measure: confidence, funding, feedback, advancement, etc.

What is your coaching superpower?

Remarkable skills of observation and speed typing to capture a great deal quickly...then synthesize the 1 to 3 most essential needs the person has

Who is your ideal client and why?

My ideal client is highly motivated to improve with a specific talk or meeting scheduled in the near future on which we can work. (ideal, but not required)

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