Project Five's Story!
Hi! My name is Carmen Leibel, I spent 15+ years in broadcast journalism with CTV as an anchor and reporter and am so excited to tell you about my new journey and business Project Five, Communicate with Confidence!
Using the public speaking tips and tricks I've learned over the years, I've created Project Five with five simple steps to help people of all ages feel more comfortable and confident speaking in front of others.
As a mom, I've noticed how much kids socialize and communicate online. And let’s face it social media isn't going away. But to become more confident people who can present, share ideas and opinions, eventually nail that job interview and become a successful employee or employer, public speaking is an absolutely crucial skill to have.
I've spent my career as a journalist, have emceed/hosted countless events, and am passionate about helping youth feel empowered to use their voices.
Curriculum-based in-school residency programs, with engaging public speaking games and activities, are available for students in grades 4-9. Junior high, high school, and post-secondary workshops are an option too.
Project Five also offers sessions for adults, check out the corporate tab!
PROJECT FIVE TEAM - CARMEN LEIBEL - FOUNDER
- Owner and creator of Project Five. Carmen delivers the public speaking program in communities and schools in the Edmonton area.
- Runs Project Five classes through the City of St. Albert for kids ages 9-13.
- Worked in television news for 15+ years as an anchor, reporter, producer, writer, editor and videojournalist.
- Emcee and host for many organizations such as the Lois Hole Hospital, St. Albert Sturgeon Hospice Association, Canadian Breast Cancer Society, Wellspring Edmonton, Edmonton Down Syndrome Society, and Autism Speaks.
- Spent three years with the University of Alberta as a Public Affairs Officer. Position included media relations and public speaking/media interview training for students, professors and researchers.
- Current Community Engagement committee member for the Lois Hole Hospital Women's Society, helping encourage community and corporate relationships that advance the mission of the Women’s Society
- Recognized with the Excellence in Media award by the University of Alberta.
PROJECT fIVE TEAM - DANIELLE FORCADE - INSTRUCTOR
- Danielle is joining the Project Five team to lead and facilitate curriculum-based public speaking workshops for junior high and high school students. With Danielle's extensive educational background she's a natural fit for this role and in these environments!
- Danielle is also an active Project Five Ambassador promoting its core values, programs, and initiatives while helping build relationships, and raising awareness about the business's mission and activities!
- Over the last ten years of her teaching career Danielle taught Grades 1-9. Highlights include developing a public speaking option for elementary students, creating a Fine Arts Academy for junior high students, and attending educational conferences in Canada and the U.S.
- Danielle's favourite part of public speaking is making people laugh, she always tries to incorporate humour into her speeches. Danielle believes speaking in front of groups is enjoyable because she gets to share stories and teach others.
- Danielle has been asked to speak at many events such as fashion shows, weddings, special assemblies, and holiday parties. She has been the Program Director for the Edmonton Twin and Triplet Club where she taught expectant parents of multiples. She has also spoken internationally while in Japan on an exchange.
- Danielle lives on a grain farm with her husband and twin daughters. She loves being on the farm and is expanding the business to include flowers, currently she has over 1,000 peony plants!