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Dr Paula Smith - Global Institute of Training and Presenting - Australia

Dr Paula Smith

Training Director and Principal Expert, Global Institute of Training and Presenting - Australia

Dynamic, inspiring and passionate are all words that are used to describe Paula as a speaker, trusted advisor, master trainer, 3 times author and executive leadership coach. 

Paula's decades of research in Presentation Intelligence ? and human behaviour have earnt her the reputation as a leading expert in the world of Powerful Presenting and Leadership Communication.  

She works with many of Australia’s largest organisations, Global Brands and Government departments.

Paula holds a bachelor’s degree in training and development, a master’s degree in leadership and a PhD in Organisational Leadership. But it’s her 30+ years industry experience that provides the greatest value to her clients. 

In her private time she is seen trekking European mountains or hanging out on her Perth Hills property with her family and friends, a bunch of alpacas and her beloved border collies Banjo and Winnie.

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