Meridith is a powerhouse of an individual...and she was absolutely a show stopper.
— JAMAR JONES, Founder
Get to know Meridith | Strategic Communication Partner & Experience Director
Everything shifted when I discovered
the transformative world of theatre and improv.
Imagine honing your influence and persuasiveness as a speaker in an increasingly digital world.
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Back in sixth grade, Meridith Grundei was the quiet kid in the back row, terrified of being called on. That changed the day she found theater—and with it, the power of voice, presence, and human connection.
Today, Meridith is a sought-after speaker, Strategic Communication Partner, and former Second City improv instructor who helps visionaries simplify their message, amplify their presence, and leave lasting impact. Whether she's on stage or coaching behind the scenes, her work blends theater, improv, and strategy to create bold communication experiences that stick.
She’s worked with Amazon AWS, Google, Pfizer, Merck, Panasonic, Mercer, Stanford University, CU Leeds School of Business, CEAVCO, RAPT Media, Rally Software, and leaders across industries who are ready to stop hiding behind slides and start truly connecting.
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If your audience craves clarity, candor, and a little creative fire—Meridith delivers.
Meridith takes her audience on a journey with grace, compassion and wit!
Speak Like a Badass:
Bold, Brilliant, and Unapologetic Communication
Fun, engaging and insightful keynotes.
Creative team facilitation and program development.
Clever team solutions using applied improvisation.
Super-connector community builder in the public speaking sector.
Keynotes, Breakouts, and Workshops
(20 - 90 minutes)
You’re Brilliant, But Your Presentations Are Not​
A bold and interactive keynote that transforms your genius into unforgettable presentations, ensuring your ideas captivate, connect, and create lasting impact.
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Improvise to Adapt: Navigating Change Through Improv
Change is constant—how your team responds is everything. This engaging session introduces the core principles of improv to help teams build trust, stay flexible, and collaborate better under pressure. (Companies with high-trust cultures are 2.5x more likely to be high-performing and adaptable.)
Custom Keynote & Experience Design
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A co-created presentation that meets your moment and moves your people. Your team doesn’t need another one size fits all talk. They need something that resonates. That reflects what they’re up against. That gives them space to engage, reflect, and act.
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Hire me to speak for your next event
Meridith’s charisma kept the attendees engaged and addressed many areas of growth that employees want to develop.
She provided helpful tips and resources for continuously improvement and increasing their confidence.
—Rina D. & Charlene R. | Co-Chairs of RISE, a Panasonic North America Women’s Business Impact Group (BIG)