SERVICES
President Obama schools his speechwriter.
IDEAS
Great communication starts with a clear idea. I work with individuals and organizations to identify your purpose, sharpen your message, and develop an authentic, compelling narrative -- one that serves as the foundation of your communications strategy.
WORDS
Whether it’s a 750-word op-ed or a keynote address, I work with you to define your message, clarify your argument, and craft a memorable narrative that advances your goals.
DELIVERY
The best speakers know the secret to success: practice. I help you solidify your stage presence, hone your delivery, and bring your story to life.
LEARNING
Writing shouldn’t be some mysterious thing that only a subset of inspired people do in coffee shops. I offer tailored workshops that convey practical tips and strategies to help you and your organization take your communication to the next level.
About
Sarada Peri is a speechwriter and communications strategist who has helped top leaders and thinkers – from Fortune 50 CEOs to the President of the United States – inspire and persuade audiences.
She was Special Assistant to the President and Senior Speechwriter for President Barack Obama. Prior to joining the White House, she was a Principal at West Wing Writers, where she worked with corporate, political and nonprofit clients on speechwriting, speech delivery, op-eds, books, and message strategy. She was also a member of the 2012 and 2016 Democratic National Convention speechwriting teams.
A recovering policy wonk, Sarada worked on Capitol Hill as lead education and health care policy advisor to former Senator Mary Landrieu (D-LA). She started her career as a high school English teacher in New Orleans through Teach for America.
Her work for clients has appeared in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post and many other publications. She also publishes frequently under her own byline.
Sarada graduated from Tufts University and holds a Master in Public Policy from Harvard's Kennedy School.
Feel free to ask her how to pronounce her name.