Speaking & Workshops

Crisal John has delivered transformative sessions across Trinidad and Tobago, including customer service workshops with Tommy's Brewery, leadership and culture training with Cable & Wireless (Flow), creative writing engagements for Seven Seventeen, and a recent sales training initiative with the National Flour Mills sales team.

Upcoming events include expanded leadership and customer experience workshops under Crisalis Consulting, as well as interactive creative sessions rooted in emotional intelligence, storytelling, and personal growth.

Crisal John speaking

Speaker Bio

Crisal John is a dynamic author, customer service expert, and leadership coach whose work blends emotional intelligence, creativity, and practical strategy. As the founder of Crisalis Consulting and the mind behind the poetry collection Seven Seventeen, Crisal brings a rare mix of artistic depth and business clarity to every stage.

She has trained teams across industries, including hospitality, financial services, retail, and telecommunications, guiding them to elevate performance, strengthen communication, and create meaningful customer experiences.

Known for her warm, intuitive style and her ability to connect deeply with audiences, Crisal delivers sessions that inspire transformation and empower people to grow, lead, and serve with intention.

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Speaking & Workshop Topics

Each session can be customized to your organization's needs and audience.

Customer Experience Excellence

Transform your customer service from transactional to transformational. Learn how to create memorable experiences that build loyalty, strengthen your brand, and turn customers into advocates.

Key Takeaways:

  • Building customer-centric cultures that prioritize empathy and connection
  • Practical tools for handling difficult customer interactions with grace
  • Creating systems that support both customers and team members

Leadership Development & Emotional Intelligence

Develop the emotional intelligence skills that separate good leaders from great ones. Learn to lead with intention, build trust, and create environments where people and performance thrive together.

Key Takeaways:

  • Understanding and developing key EQ competencies
  • Leading with empathy while maintaining accountability
  • Building psychologically safe teams that drive results

Sales Mastery & Human-Centered Selling

Move beyond scripts and tactics to discover the art of human-centered selling. Learn how authentic connection, deep listening, and emotional intelligence create sustainable sales success.

Key Takeaways:

  • Building genuine relationships that drive long-term business
  • Using emotional intelligence to understand customer needs
  • Overcoming objections through empathy and clarity

Creative Writing & Storytelling

Discover the power of storytelling to connect, inspire, and transform. Whether for business communication or personal expression, learn techniques that bring your words to life.

Key Takeaways:

  • Crafting compelling narratives that resonate with audiences
  • Finding your authentic voice and creative confidence
  • Using storytelling to communicate vision and inspire action

Poetry Workshops

Interactive poetry sessions covering performance, healing poetry, writing technique, voice, and expression. A transformative experience that uses poetry as a tool for self-discovery and emotional healing.

Key Takeaways:

  • Techniques for writing poetry that heals and transforms
  • Finding and developing your poetic voice
  • Performance skills for sharing your work with confidence

Healing Through Art: Poetry, Purpose & Personal Growth

Explore the intersection of creativity, healing, and personal growth. Learn how artistic expression can become a pathway to self-awareness, emotional resilience, and purposeful living.

Key Takeaways:

  • Using creative practices for emotional processing and healing
  • Discovering purpose through artistic exploration
  • Building sustainable practices that support growth

Team Culture, Communication & Engagement

Build high-performing teams through intentional culture, clear communication, and genuine engagement. Learn practical strategies for creating workplaces where people feel valued and motivated.

Key Takeaways:

  • Creating cultures of trust, accountability, and belonging
  • Communication strategies that strengthen team cohesion
  • Engaging teams through purpose and shared values

Change Management & Organizational Growth

Navigate organizational change with clarity and compassion. Learn frameworks for leading teams through transition while maintaining morale, productivity, and forward momentum.

Key Takeaways:

  • Understanding the human side of organizational change
  • Leading through transition with empathy and strategy
  • Building change-ready cultures that embrace growth

Recent Engagements

Tommy's Brewery

Customer Service Workshop

Trinidad and Tobago

Cable & Wireless (Flow)

Leadership and Culture Training

Trinidad and Tobago

Seven Seventeen

Creative Writing Engagements

Trinidad and Tobago

National Flour Mills

Sales Training Initiative

Trinidad and Tobago

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I book Crisal John for an event?
You can book a speaking engagement by scheduling a consultation at calendly.com/crisalis or by submitting an inquiry through the contact form. We recommend reaching out at least four to six weeks before your event date.
What types of events does Crisal speak at?
Crisal John speaks at corporate conferences, leadership summits, team workshops, panel discussions, book launches, creative writing events, and academic forums. Sessions can be keynotes, interactive workshops, or facilitated discussions.
Does Crisal travel outside Trinidad and Tobago?
Yes. Crisal is available for engagements throughout the Caribbean and can travel internationally by arrangement. Past engagements have included events in Jamaica, The Bahamas, and St. Kitts.
Are virtual sessions available?
Yes. Keynotes and workshops can be delivered virtually via Zoom or Microsoft Teams, making it possible to engage audiences across the region and globally without travel constraints.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend booking four to six weeks in advance for standard engagements. High-demand periods, particularly the last quarter of the year, fill quickly, so earlier booking is encouraged for those dates.
What is the typical session length?
Keynote addresses typically run 45 to 90 minutes. Interactive workshops range from a focused half-day session to a full day. Multi-day or multi-session programs are available for deeper organizational development work.
What topics does Crisal cover?
Core topics include personal leadership, the Ask Leadership model, customer service excellence, emotional intelligence, sales and influence, creative expression, and resilience. Each session is customized to the audience and event objectives.
What information do you need to provide a quote?
To prepare a proposal, it helps to know the event type, expected audience size, location, date and time, preferred session length, and any specific themes or outcomes you have in mind.

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Whether you need a keynote speaker, workshop facilitator, or panelist, let's discuss how Crisal can contribute to your event.