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Why Duarte

Join the ranks of leading organizations that have transformed their communication with Duarte. Discover how we can help you craft messages that matter, engage your audience, and drive results. Reach out to us today and take the first step towards exceptional communication.

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Why clients trust Duarte for transforming communication

At Duarte, we understand that powerful communication is at the heart of every successful organization. For over 35 years, we have been at the forefront of transforming complex ideas into clear, compelling messages that inspire, engage, and drive action. Here’s why our clients trust us to elevate their communication strategies:

1. Unmatched expertise

Duarte is a leader in the field of presentation design and communication training. Our team of experts combine deep industry knowledge with a passion for storytelling, delivering solutions that not only look great but also drive meaningful outcomes. Our extensive experience spans across diverse industries, including technology, healthcare, finance, and more.

2. Proven impact

We don’t just create presentations; we create results. Our approach is grounded in a deep understanding of audience engagement and strategic messaging. We’ve helped Fortune 500 companies, startups, and nonprofits alike captivate their audiences, whether in the boardroom, at a conference, or through digital platforms. Our clients consistently see improved audience response, increased retention of key messages, increased sales, and effective organizational change efforts.

3. Tailored solutions

At Duarte, we recognize that every organization is unique, and so are its communication needs. We take the time to understand your specific goals, audience, and challenges, crafting bespoke solutions that align with your vision. From creating impactful presentations to providing comprehensive training and workshops, our solutions are designed to meet your exact needs and drive your success. For some clients, we understand their needs so well, we’re embedded into their communication workflow, like at Apple and Microsoft.

4. Innovative methodologies

Our methodologies are grounded in cutting-edge research and best practices in communication. We employ a blend of design thinking, narrative techniques, and psychological insights to ensure your message is not only heard but remembered. Our approach is iterative and collaborative, allowing us to continuously refine and enhance your communication strategy.

5. Commitment to excellence

Excellence is not just a goal; it’s our standard. We are committed to delivering the highest quality in every project, ensuring that every detail aligns with your strategic objectives. Our team’s dedication to excellence means you can trust us to deliver on-time, on-budget, and with exceptional results.

6. Client-centric philosophy

Our success is measured by your success. We prioritize building long-term partnerships with our clients, focusing on understanding your needs and exceeding your expectations. Your feedback drives our process, ensuring that our solutions are always aligned with your goals to deliver maximum value.

Our empathy-powered framework has driven the communication success of global brands.

But don’t just take our word for it. The proof comes from your peers and the years.

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Years of pioneering communication expertise

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Fortune’s Most Innovative Companies in America work with Duarte

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Of Duarte’s customers are repeat buyers

The Duarte Method At Work

The Duarte Method™

Communication can make, or break an idea, and even shape the future. Tell your story, influence hearts and minds, and make a bigger impact on your world with our proven, research-driven method for successful communication.

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Recent media mentions and appearances featuring Duarte experts

“Duarte and her team at the helm of communication and leadership have worked with 84% of the top US-based tech companies and world-renowned brands, including Salesforce and Hershey.“

Nancy Duarte’s best-seller,The HBR Guide to Persuasive Presentations, earned a place on the HBR Ideas with Impact list as one of HBR’s top 20 most broadly distributed titles of all time!”

“Duarte and her company have served top executives at the highest-performing brands in the world for more than 30 years.“

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Create your story with Duarte

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How top organizations had their stories come to life

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Skills training

Keep growing with enterprise and individual training

Education is a lifelong process. Our Duarte Academy® courses, based on over 35 years of extensive experience and our research-based best-selling books, help you:

Level up your teams, improve corporate communication, and build up your leaders. Classes available in person, live online, and on demand.

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We think diversity makes the world a better place.

That’s why we’re honored to be a certified Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE). The Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) created this certification to help companies increase their supplier diversity by doing business with organizations like Duarte that are woman-owned, operated, and controlled. #girlpower

Our story

From a single client in 1988, to serving half of the world’s biggest brands, we’ve come a long way in shaping the way individuals and organizations communicate.

Meet Nancy and Mark Duarte

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Our leaders

Meet the people at the helm of Duarte and learn more about what makes us tick. Hint: It’s you!

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Our culture

We’ve worked hard to cultivate a culture where people feel a sense of belonging, purpose, and joy. We work hard, and play hard, and give back to others (and also, giraffes)!

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