Debonné Nelson
Communication and public speaking coach in the Bay Area
| Hourly rate range | $90 to $175 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | Public speakingExecutive communicationStorytellingLeadership developmentExecutive presence and communicationConfidence and self-esteem |
| Also coaches | Executive coach and Life coach |
| Based in | California, United States |
| Credentials | Master's in Public Health, San Jose State University; Master's in Social Work, UC Berkeley |
Debonné Nelson is a communication and public speaking coach who also offers life, leadership and executive coaching. She grew up in the Bay Area and held senior communications roles, including inaugural Head of Communications and Marketing and later Chief Communications and Marketing Officer. She has written speeches for city mayors and executives and co-written keynote presentations. She also holds master's degrees in public health and social work. She helps clients build confidence, strategy and self-awareness.
What Debonné helps with
Debonné helps clients build confidence, strategy and self-awareness. She works on communication, public speaking and leadership growth.
- Building confidence as a speaker
- Improving executive communication
- Growing as a leader
- Building self-awareness
- Making strategy for career and personal goals
- Leading as an introvert in executive spaces
Background and qualifications
Debonné is a Bay Area native with years of experience in executive communications, public health and mental health. She was the inaugural Head of Communications and Marketing and later a Chief Communications and Marketing Officer. She led high-profile events, including one featuring President Barack Obama at the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium. She has written speeches for city mayors and executives and co-written keynote presentations. She has worked with the Golden State Warriors, Black Infant Health and KQED. She also supported 3,000 San Francisco city employees through trauma-informed initiatives and worked with over 25 community organizations in Oakland. She holds a Master's in Public Health from San Jose State University and a Master's in Social Work from UC Berkeley.
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Debonné Nelson reviews
Debonné Nelson has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 26 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
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Former Chief Communications and Marketing Officer who has written speeches for city mayors and executives.
Best for professionals who want stronger communication and public speaking skills, including introverts in executive roles.
Common questions
How much does Debonné Nelson charge?
Coaching with Debonné runs $90 to $175 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Debonné Nelson help with?
Debonné Nelson helps with building confidence as a speaker, improving executive communication, growing as a leader and building self-awareness.
Does Debonné Nelson have reviews?
Debonné Nelson has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 26 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
Is Debonné Nelson certified?
Debonné Nelson lists: Master's in Public Health, San Jose State University; Master's in Social Work, UC Berkeley.
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