Gloria Petersen

Gloria Petersen

CPP

AZ, US
Author, Subject Matter Expert (SME) trainer, and seminar leader specializing in professional presence/image enhancement, business/cultural etiquette, and corporate/international protocol

Gloria Petersen, (author, SME trainer, and seminar leader) inspires her participants to build relationships with professionalism and confidence. With her guidance, individuals build self-confidence and promote a dynamic business culture based on teamwork, relationships, and productivity. For seminar details visit GlobalBusinessProtocol.com. 

Speaker and seminar leader: Gloria energizes her audience with her down-to-earth style by inspiring them to take control of their careers and to serve as role models for others. The customized seminars, workshops, and programs have a proven track record for teaching individuals how to develop the social intelligence necessary to inspire, lead, and succeed. These are the ultimate business skills for building long-lasting relationships with co-workers, management, and customers. Gloria's seminars and training programs range from upgrading your image and interaction with other to how to make challenges work for you not against you. For details about Gloria's background and her presentation style, visit (2) GloriaPetersen.com

Author: As an author of "The Art of Professional Connections", a 4-part book and SME training module series, she shares her legacy of over 30 years of experience, research, and trade secrets. The entire series covers greet and interaction strategies, networking in person and online strategies, meet and dine strategies, and event planning strategies. For details about the books and SME training modules, visit (3) ArtOfProfessionalConnections.com and (4) GlobalProtocolAcademy.com.

Media: Hosted the FOX television series, "Image of Success," ~ Network television appearances include CNBC's "The Power Lunch," FOX News, ABC News, CBS News, NBC News ~ Served as an etiquette judge on The Learning Channel's reality television show, "Faking It," (a segment was featured on The Oprah Show) ~ Served as an etiquette instructor for Common Threads (program for underprivileged children), which was televised on "The Today Show." She has also published articles and served as a contributing columnist for Magazines, Trade Publications, and Corporate Newsletters.

History and Training: Prior to founding Global Protocol, Inc., Ms. Petersen spent sixteen years in civic and corporate roles developing her business protocol and international etiquette experience. Credentialed as a CPP (Certified Protocol Professional), she is a graduate of the Protocol School of Washington® and The Professional Image Institute, followed by extensive training from Dale Carnegie and Associates. She continues to focus on keeping her knowledge current by conducting surveys, attending frequent symposiums, and monitoring the business climate for emerging issues.

Gloria Petersen, (author, SME trainer, and seminar leader) inspires her participants to build relationships with professionalism and confidence. With her guidance, individuals build self-confidence and promote a dynamic business culture based on teamwork, relationships, and productivity. For seminar details visit GlobalBusinessProtocol.com. 

Speaker and seminar leader: Gloria energizes her audience with her down-to-earth style by inspiring them to take control of their careers and to serve as role models for others. The customized seminars, workshops, and programs have a proven track record for teaching individuals how to develop the social intelligence necessary to inspire, lead, and succeed. These are the ultimate business skills for building long-lasting relationships with co-workers, management, and customers. Gloria's seminars and training programs range from upgrading your image and interaction with other to how to make challenges work for you not against you. For details about Gloria's background and her presentation style, visit (2) GloriaPetersen.com

Author: As an author of "The Art of Professional Connections", a 4-part book and SME training module series, she shares her legacy of over 30 years of experience, research, and trade secrets. The entire series covers greet and interaction strategies, networking in person and online strategies, meet and dine strategies, and event planning strategies. For details about the books and SME training modules, visit (3) ArtOfProfessionalConnections.com and (4) GlobalProtocolAcademy.com.

Media: Hosted the FOX television series, "Image of Success," ~ Network television appearances include CNBC's "The Power Lunch," FOX News, ABC News, CBS News, NBC News ~ Served as an etiquette judge on The Learning Channel's reality television show, "Faking It," (a segment was featured on The Oprah Show) ~ Served as an etiquette instructor for Common Threads (program for underprivileged children), which was televised on "The Today Show." She has also published articles and served as a contributing columnist for Magazines, Trade Publications, and Corporate Newsletters.

History and Training: Prior to founding Global Protocol, Inc., Ms. Petersen spent sixteen years in civic and corporate roles developing her business protocol and international etiquette experience. Credentialed as a CPP (Certified Protocol Professional), she is a graduate of the Protocol School of Washington® and The Professional Image Institute, followed by extensive training from Dale Carnegie and Associates. She continues to focus on keeping her knowledge current by conducting surveys, attending frequent symposiums, and monitoring the business climate for emerging issues.

The Power of You! Project a Commanding First & Lasting Impression

You have the skills, the experience, and the determination! But something isn't quite right. The opportunities are just not coming to fruition, and you have hit a roadblock. Sound familiar? It's time to step back, reassess your image, and adjust your approach. Gloria's interactive presentation demonstrates how to:

  • tap into your inner confidence,
  • develop your personal charisma, and
  • make a memorable impression from the onset to the departure.
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Discover the Missteps That Can Derail You from Career Opportunities

Are you unintentionally sabotaging your own efforts? One misstep in the way you present yourself can derail your efforts to attract career opportunities. Yes, it does happen!
Gloria identifies and demonstrates the most common missteps:

• Your greeting, handshake, and card exchange can make or break an opportunity.
• What not to do at mix-and-mingle events.
• How to handle mishaps at a banquet or client dinner.
Audience will be encouraged to share their...

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Secure Your Career: Business Etiquette and Protocol Survival Skills

Whether you have just joined the business environment or have been in your career for a long time, knowing the basics of etiquette and protocol will serve as the foundation and framework for every encounter you make and every relationship you develop. Applying the right business etiquette and protocol strategy for every situation gives an individual a powerful edge toward gaining respect, winning customer loyalty, and preparing for advancement. Acquire the tools that secure customer...

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Get Set to Connect: How to Greet, Mingle, and Network Like a Pro

Networking is not just about randomly roaming the circuits. You are prospecting for "your" gold. It is more about selecting the right venue and selecting these venues judiciously. They range from casual mixers and membership based meetings to referral clubs. Not all of them are suited to one's interest or field of endeavor. Before you can network, you must be comfortable entering a room filled with strangers, making yourself known, and interacting confidently. Individuals with the...

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Nine Secrets for Casually Sipping and Formally Dining with Business Partners

The meal is a sales opportunity. You are selling your personal abilities and communication skills as well as sales and technical skills. A business meal is also more about location and purpose than it is about the food. When an important deal needs to be sealed or a new business relationship needs to be massaged, the business meal provides the appropriate environment. It is also the best venue for making a positive impression on a new prospect or client. Learn how...

EtiquetteEntertainment-basedEducational / InformativeInspirational / Life-changing

Make Your Challenges Work for You—NOT Against You!

Be inspired by Gloria's journey, and be the one to make a difference in your life and career. Gloria has survived a risky career change, a senseless act of violence, and a bout with cancer. Never underestimate the power of your determination!  You will come away from this experience

  • feeling inspired,
  • learning how your mindset controls your destiny, and
  • ready to take your life and career to the next level.

Audience will be encourage to share...

EmpowermentEducational / InformativeInspirational / Life-changing

Train to Attain SME Status as an Image/Etiquette/Protocol Facilitator

Gain a Powerful Competitive Edge by developing an authoritative professional presence utilizing commanding interaction skills. How? Start by knowing how to handle a wide range of situations and people with diplomacy, tact, finesse, dignity, and civility. As a trainee you will learn to facilitate the delivery of the learning materials. Our subject matter expert (SME) approach allows you to become the expert. The training creates the foundation and framework to develop your knowledge base. The...
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