MEET THE CHAMP
Bio
Ramona J. Smith is an international award-winning public speaker who holds the prestigious title
of the 2018 World Champion of Public Speaking. She is a powerhouse, a gracious woman
beyond measure one who courageously surpassed over 30,000 people to receive such an
illustrious honor. Her ubiquitous stage presence and poised intellectual delivery of various
topics has made Ramona one of the most sought-after public speakers in the world.
Born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio, audiences admire her unrivaled ability to captivate and
connect with individuals from across the globe of all races and ethnicities. Her eBook "A World Champion's Guide to Public Speaking: 10 Optimal Tips to Master the Art of Public Speaking" has sold thousands of copies worldwide. She has given keynote
addresses in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Sri Lanka, Brazil, Malaysia
and India. Ramona has a Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations with a minor in Marketing from
the famed Baldwin Wallace University, graduating Magna Cum Laude. She is currently pursuing
an Executive MBA from Prairie View A&M University in Houston, Texas.
Ramona spends a great deal of her time traveling the world delivering encouraging messages of
hope, triumph, perseverance, leadership and love. She has been featured on Forbes.com,
Business Insider, INC.com, and a number of other creditable news outlets. In addition to being an author, poet, global public speaking trainer and coach; her greatest
joy is being Ryan's mom.
Zora Nsiah,
Self -Compassion Empowerment Coach
"Ramona J. Smith believed in me when I didn’t believe in myself, guiding me step-by-step to turn my dream into a thriving business. Her unwavering support and expertise transformed what felt impossible into a life-changing success—I truly owe it all to her."
Alex Brightstone,
Supply Chain Leader
"Ramona was instrumental in helping me find stages to share my voice when I didn’t know where to begin. Her guidance in crafting impactful keynotes and delivering them with authenticity not only boosted my confidence but also led to standing ovations! She’s truly the best in the business!"
Clara Frost, Founder and CEO Bold Bloom Partners
"Ramona J. Smith was an unforgettable speaker at our Women on the Run conference! Her authenticity, powerful delivery, and down-to-earth demeanor captivated the audience, creating an instant connection that inspired and transformed everyone in the room."
Voices of our clients.
INSPIRING THE WORLD
SAO PAULO, BRAZIL
Keynote Speaker,
Breaking Barriers 2019 Toastmasters International Conference
UAE
Keynote Speaker,
Eshraqat Festival, Abu Dhabi
JUBAIL, SAUDI ARABIA
Keynote Speaker,
DELC 2019 Toastmasters International
MANAMA, BAHRAIN
Keynote Speaker,
Sri Lanka Symposium Toastmasters Club
Bahrain Society of Engineers
Capital Club Bahrain
University of Bahrain
Gulf Petrochemicals Industries Co.
Ibn Khuldoon School
Supreme Council of Women
COLOMBO, SRI LANKA
Keynote Speaker,
SAPA Consulting
British School in Colombo
Colombo Toastmasters Club
