Barbara Res isn’t just a keynote speaker—she’s a trailblazing industry icon who’ll transform your organization’s perspective on leadership and diversity. With 40+ years of construction and real estate expertise, she delivers powerful insights on overcoming workplace challenges, particularly for women in male-dominated fields. Her compelling presentations inspire audiences to challenge traditional boundaries, foster inclusive environments, and drive meaningful organizational change. Want to unleash your team’s potential?
As a keynote speaker, Barbara Res brings a wealth of experience and insight to the stage, drawing from her remarkable career as a trailblazer in male-dominated fields. Known as “The Woman Who Built Trump Tower,” she served as Executive Vice President for the Trump Organization, overseeing the construction of this iconic New York City landmark. With a career spanning over 40 years in construction and real estate development, Barbara is a seasoned engineer, construction manager, attorney, mediator, and author. Her unique combination of technical expertise and leadership abilities makes her a compelling speaker for a variety of audiences.
Barbara’s keynote topics are deeply personal and professionally relevant, focusing on sexual harassment, women in construction, feminism, and professional experiences. She shares personal stories and lessons learned from working in male-dominated industries, offering valuable insights into the challenges faced by women in non-traditional roles. Her experiences working with high-profile leaders like Donald Trump provide a fascinating glimpse into the world of leadership and management at the highest levels.
When you invite Barbara Res to speak at your event, you can expect her to inspire and empower your audience. She encourages organizations to foster a more inclusive work environment, promoting diversity and addressing issues related to sexual harassment and discrimination. Her leadership insights are invaluable, offering perspectives on effective management strategies that can be applied across various industries.
The speaker’s approach aligns with modern EQ and Inclusion principles that help organizations unlock the true value of diversity. Her extensive background in construction and real estate development makes her an excellent choice for organizations seeking to build more inclusive workplaces.
Barbara Res is ideal for events such as women in construction conferences, corporate events focusing on diversity and leadership development, and international forums. Her ability to connect with diverse audiences and share her personal experiences makes her a sought-after speaker for organizations seeking to inspire change and growth. By inviting Barbara to speak, you’re not just bringing in a speaker; you’re bringing in a trailblazer who can inspire your team to overcome challenges and maintain self-confidence in the face of adversity. Her unique combination of personal stories and professional expertise makes her a compelling choice for any organization looking to enhance its leadership and diversity initiatives.
Barbara Res: Game-Changing Corporate Speaker
Trailblazing leadership defines Barbara Res’s transformative approach to corporate speaking. She delivers keynote presentations that resonate deeply with audiences seeking authentic insights into project management, leadership, and personal growth.
Corporate Speaker Agency recognizes Res as a standout professional who brings real-world expertise to event stages. Her dynamic storytelling, rooted in her groundbreaking work on Trump Tower’s construction, offers organizations unprecedented perspectives on overcoming complex challenges.
Res’s speaking style matches the agency’s rigorous speaker selection criteria: exceptional communication ability, inspirational impact, and subject expertise. She connects with diverse audiences across corporate conferences, training events, and professional associations.
Her presentations aren’t just talks; they’re strategic experiences designed to provoke thought, inspire action, and drive organizational transformation. Whether addressing Fortune 500 companies or intimate team gatherings, Res delivers measurable impact through her unique combination of technical knowledge and motivational storytelling.
Like other industry leaders, she emphasizes the importance of emotional intelligence in developing authentic leadership capabilities.
Corporate Speaker Agency (CSA) is a premier international speaker bureau with offices in the UK and Las Vegas, connecting organizations with world-class keynote speakers and talent since 2015. Our team of seasoned event professionals brings over two decades of industry experience to curate exceptional speaking engagements for Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and educational institutions worldwide.
As pioneers in conference speaker sourcing across the USA and UK, we represent an elite roster of industry experts spanning business, technology, innovation, leadership, and entertainment. Through CSA and our sister company Corporate Entertainment Agency, we provide comprehensive talent solutions including keynote speakers, motivational experts, entertainers, and event facilitators.
Our commitment to excellence and deep understanding of client needs has established us as a trusted partner in creating impactful corporate events, from high-stakes conferences to intimate team-building workshops. With access to thousands of distinguished speakers and entertainers, we pride ourselves on delivering precisely matched talent for any occasion and budget.

