About us

We Understand.

Stepping out of your comfort zone and speaking in public can be intimidating.

That’s why we’re committed to coaching you out of the anxiety and fear and into the confident speaker who’s ready to connect with their audience with engaging content and a dynamic delivery!

Our Core Values

Equip

We are dedicated to providing professionals the support and tools necessary to succeed, seize opportunities, and achieve their goals with confidence in every situation. 

Educate

We are committed to fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth, empowering individuals to expand their knowledge, skills, and perspectives.

Empower

We believe in empowering individuals to unlock their full potential, fostering confidence, resilience, and self-efficacy to thrive personally and professionally.

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Meet the Faces Behind Excel Communications

Dr. Tonia Phanor

Founder

As a speaker, author and former Speech Communications Professor, Dr. Tonia started Excel Communications to empower leaders to find their voice in the world and speak with confidence.

Marcela Killin

Consultant

As a trusted consultant at Excel Communications, Marcela specializes in driving successful projects and program implementations to meet client needs.

Join the hundreds of leaders who’ve embraced their voice and transformed into confident communicators.

20+ YEARS IIN THE INDUSTRY

Over 2 decades as a communications professor and consultant.

OVER 20,000 WORKSOPS

Educating, empowering, and equipping leaders in public speaking skills.

30,000+ SPEECH ANALYSIS

Regularly evaluating speeches and delivery styles since 2003.

Jumoke DeLoach

Dr. Tonia Phanor is a skilled and engaging communicator who can effectively open conferences. She has a great sense of humor and is able to connect with anyone, making her an ideal choice for meeting your company’s communication needs.

Martha Perez

Dr. Tonia helped me to overcome my mindset by focusing on my strengths as a communicator. As well as, how to create captivating content and how to position myself as an authority speaker. Dr. Tonia has extensive knowledge and knows exactly how to convey it. I really felt supported by her instruction and the other participants.

Daniela Gilet

If you’re looking for support in securing more speaking engagements Tonia has the right service for you. She helps you anchor your message, find your vision, and pitch your idea(s) to the appropriate audience. She specializes in public speaking with a focus in communication. She is the right fit if you’re seeking to expanding your brand message.

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