SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - October 3, 2025 - Michelle Bowden, Australia's leading expert in persuasive presenting, has been named a Finalist in the Woman of the Year - Education category at the prestigious Stevie® Awards for Women in Business.
The Stevie Awards, known globally as the "Oscars of business," honour women leaders, entrepreneurs, and changemakers from across the globe. This year saw more than 1,500 entries from 48 nations, with Finalists representing the very best in innovation, leadership, and impact.
The winners (Gold, Silver, and Bronze) will be revealed at a gala celebration in New York City on 10 November 2025, where more than 400 women and their guests will gather to celebrate excellence in business.
Bowden: A Voice for Persuasion
Michelle Bowden is no stranger to the spotlight. A Certified Speaking Professional (CSP), best-selling author, and renowned public speaking coach, she has spent more than 30 years transforming how leaders and teams communicate.
From boardrooms to classrooms, Michelle has shown thousands of professionals how to present with clarity, confidence, and impact. She has delivered her signature Persuasive Presentation Skills Masterclass over 1,000 times to more than 13,000 people, making her name synonymous with presentation skills training in Sydney and beyond.
Reflecting on her nomination, Bowden said:
"I believe anyone can be a persuasive presenter in business — it's just a matter of knowing what to do and how to do it. This recognition is really in honour of my clients, who for more than 30 years have trusted me to help their people rise up and speak with influence."
Why It Matters
Bowden's work goes far beyond teaching people to "get through a presentation." She equips professionals with the tools to:
• Win multi-million-dollar pitches
• Influence stakeholders with ease
• Lead teams with confidence
• And even deliver life's most important speeches — from eulogies to keynotes.
She's also the creator of the Persuasion Smart Profile®, a world-first psychometric tool that helps people understand their persuasive strengths and weaknesses at work.
Recognition with Lasting Impact
Finalists were chosen by more than 190 global business leaders who served as judges this year. According to Stevie Awards President Maggie Miller, the calibre of entries was outstanding:
"We are continually inspired by how meaningful it is for women to receive a Stevie Award and the lasting impact it can have on their careers and organisations."
For Bowden, being named a Finalist in the Woman of the Year - Education category is both humbling and energising:
"It's not about me — it's about shining a light on the importance of communication. When people know how to persuade with integrity, the ripple effect across their business, industry, and community is profound."
About Michelle Bowden
Michelle Bowden is Australia's number one speaker on persuasion at work and a multi-million-dollar pitch coach. She is the best-selling author of How to Persuade and How to Present (Wiley), and her blog, training programs, and public speaking courses reach thousands each year. Known as the go-to public speaking coach in Sydney, Bowden's methods have transformed the communication culture of organisations across banking, IT, government, education, and beyond.
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