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FORBES Public Speaking & Communication Coach

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About
From Shy Kid with a Lisp… to Forbes Public Speaking Coach and Keynote Speaker and RADA-Trained Performer Hi, I'm Mark Antoine – a proud member of the FORBES Coaches Council, trained actor at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) in London, and public speaking coach to professionals, teens, and kids. But before all of that, I was a shy kid with a double lisp, crooked teeth, and major anxiety about speaking in class. I blushed. I stuttered. I avoided the spotlight. Today, I stand confidently on global stages, coach C-suite leaders, and energize, elevate and educate corporate crowds. How? Through practical tools, creative techniques, and my experience filled with trial and error. Now, I teach those exact tools to help you become a clear, confident, and charismatic communicator — on stage, in meetings, on Zoom, and in life. So instead of making your audience read your slides for 30min at your next event whether in person or online, instead of not sleeping for days before your presentation, instead of worrying if they will like you, instead of not building new friendships with people you want to connect to but don't know how to nor have the confidence to do so, come learn with me.
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Hired 12 times

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22 years in business

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2025

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Conference

School event

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Professional development

Team building

Customer service

Empowerment

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Working professionals

Women's group

Parent group

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Ben A.

6 days ago

Hired on Thumbtack

I hired Mark through Thumbtack to help me prepare for a keynote, and it was absolutely the right decision. He was incredibly effective at helping me structure and outline my speech, but what really stood out was the mental side of the coaching. He helped me reframe how I was thinking about the talk, reduce the stress I was carrying, and work through the fear that naturally comes with speaking at a high level. By the time the keynote came around, I felt far more grounded, clear, and confident than I would have on my own. The coaching wasn’t just about delivery, it was about mindset, preparation, and showing up with intention. If you’re preparing for an important presentation, keynote, or public talk and want both practical guidance and mental clarity, I’d highly recommend working with Mark.

Details: Beginner • 26 - 44 years old • Verbal delivery • Connecting with audience • Speech content • To prepare for an event • Business • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet)

Public Speaking Lessons
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Mariya Y.

Apr 10, 2025

Hired on Thumbtack

Progressive work, results oriented, quality of time and input. Mark gives homework that actually challenges and changes the behavior and speaking style, polishes the professionalism. Every lesson is a discovery, even when it seems like you know everything. Well done, looking forward to more!

Details: Intermediate • 26 - 44 years old • Speech content • Verbal delivery • To build confidence • Business • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet)

Public Speaking Lessons
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Tyler S.

May 25, 2025

Hired on Thumbtack

Mark was great to work with. Extremely professional and he brought the energy and enthusiasm that I needed to feel confident for my upcoming Best-man speech! Highly recommend!

Details: Beginner • 26 - 44 years old • Verbal delivery • Connecting with audience • Body language • To prepare for an event • Personal • At the pro’s location

Public Speaking Lessons
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Edward S.

May 2, 2025

Mark Antoine Forbes is a great public speaking coach! He made me feel more confident and helped me improve my communication skills in just a few sessions. Highly recommended!
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Mildred S.

Apr 24, 2025

Working with Mark was a total game-changer for my public speaking. He offered hands-on drills, encouraged consistent practice, and shared targeted advice to polish my style. My biggest takeaway was the newfound confidence I gained on stage.
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Marc-Antoine Damidot-Gallice