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Emmy-winning media coach & speaker

Kerry Barrett

Kerry Barrett helps leaders build on-camera confidence and eliminate public speaking anxiety. She draws on a 20-year broadcast career, Emmy and Telly Award wins, and her Command the Camera program to teach teams how to perform under pressure by developing psychological safety first.

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Kerry Barrett, Speaker | Media & Confidence Coach

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Kerry Barrett's biography

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  • Emmy Award-winning news anchor and reporter of 20 years
  • On-camera coach for senior leaders, founders, and attorneys
  • Speaker on unlocking confidence through psychological safety
Kerry Barrett built a 20-year career as an Emmy and Telly Award-winning news anchor, where she mastered on-camera performance under some of the highest-pressure conditions in broadcast journalism. She worked for internationally renowned media institutions like NBC, ABC and Fox TV before wrapping up her career at WNBC in New York City. What most people don't know about Kerry is that she had to overcome a debilitating fear of public speaking that nearly ended her career before it began. This journey shaped her TEDx talk and Command the Camera program, which she now uses to coach attorneys, founders, and senior leaders on how to show up with authority. In her talks, Kerry teaches her tried and tested sequence that most communication training skips: psychological safety first, then exposure, then skill-building. Audiences leave safe in the knowledge that confidence on camera is trainable, not innate, along with techniques drawn directly from broadcast journalism that translate to presentations, video calls, and high-stakes conversations. Book Kerry to give your team the know-how to build genuine self-assurance, not fake confidence.

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Kerry Barrett discusses the essential role of psychological safety as a foundation for taking bold action. She highlights that individuals must feel secure in order to express themselves and take risks. Drawing on her journey from a fear of public speaking to becoming an Emmy Award-winning news anchor, Kerry combines insights from neuroscience, a 20-year broadcasting careeer, and her coaching experience with high-performing professionals. Attendees will learn how to foster an environment that encourages visibility and empowers individuals to thrive.

Why we recommend booking Kerry

After overcoming a debilitating fear of public speaking, Kerry went on to become an Emmy-winning news anchor. Her Command the Camera program teaches psychological safety before skill work, the exact sequence that transformed her own performance. Kerry's insights are particularly valuable for client-facing teams where on-screen presence directly influences deal outcomes.

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Testimonials

Kerry spoke to my community and absolutely delivered. Her poise, confidence, and ability to keep the audience fully engaged were outstanding. The energy in the room was electric, people were leaning in, asking great questions, and genuinely excited to learn. What impressed me most was Kerry’s ability to translate her years of on-camera experience into simple, practical strategies my audience could put into action right away. She made it easy to understand, easy to apply, and incredibly relevant. I couldn’t be more impressed.

Donnie Boivin

Kerry's reputation precedes her, particularly her guidance on connecting - from the stage or through the screen. Her platform resonated and aligned perfectly with Xerox Leadership Association’s (XLA) goals on what we wanted to share with our community this quarter/year. Kerry was very accommodating to our needs, easy to work with, very approachable and a great facilitator! She connected quickly and genuinely with our board members and panelists and was equally as engaging in a small setting as well as in a larger auditorium. Kerry models what she teaches and excels at creating immediate connection and familiarity. XLA has received wonderful reviews and feedback from attendees of our event with Kerry; we look forward to working with her again in the future.

Nermine Zakhary

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How do I book Kerry Barrett for my next event?
Email kerry.barrett@getapeptalk.com or call PepTalk on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience. As speaker agents, PepTalk can secure Kerry Barrett for commercial and corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity brand endorsements & partnerships, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about Kerry Barrett's speaking fees, availability, and booking process for private business functions, industry conferences, and team events. Please note, for media interviews, autographs, charity appearances, or personal matters, we recommend contacting Kerry Barrett directly.
What is Kerry Barrett's speaking style like?
Kerry delivers with poise and confidence, engaging audiences of any size. She connects quickly, translates expertise into practical strategies, and creates an energetic, approachable atmosphere that encourages participation and learning.
What topics does Kerry Barrett specialise in?
Email kerry.barrett@getapeptalk.com or call PepTalk on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience. As speaker agents, PepTalk can secure Kerry Barrett for commercial and corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity brand endorsements & partnerships, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about Kerry Barrett's speaking fees, availability, and booking process for private business functions, industry conferences, and team events. Please note, for media interviews, autographs, charity appearances, or personal matters, we recommend contacting Kerry Barrett directly.
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