About Us

Belonging starts here.

Workplace culture is the bedrock of employee satisfaction, motivation, and performance. Yet too many training programs focus only on surface strategies—checklists, scripts, and step-by-step guides—without addressing the deeper question: why people are the way they are, and why they behave the way they do.

At The Expert Talk, we believe human connection is the foundation of every skill. When people feel seen, valued, and able to show up authentically, the tools and strategies they learn actually stick. Without that foundation, even the best frameworks fall flat.

our drivers

Vision | Mission | Values

Vision

To lead the Nervous System Era of Work—a future where every workplace is designed for how humans actually function, and every worker feels they belong.

Mission

To transform the way organizations learn, lead, and connect by grounding training in our human wiring. We equip leaders and teams with practices that build trust, strengthen relationships, and create cultures of belonging.

Values

We are bold in our vision, our approach, and our creativity, and unafraid to challenge the status quo
We are committed to integrity, and act with honesty, consistency, and accountability in everything we do
We are driven to help create cultures of belonging: spaces where every person feels seen, valued, and accepted for who they are
We are human-centered, putting people before processes and always designing for connection, safety, and dignity
We are collaborative, working alongside diverse voices and perspectives to ensure the breadth and depth needed for real change

our founder

Jennifer Prendergast

Founder & CEO

I (she/her) founded The Expert Talk in 2020 in response to the growing need for new approaches to training in areas that surround organizational culture, and interpersonal dynamics within teams. I have a career background in sales and media, and an honours degree in Communications, Philosophy, and Psychology, as well as my Trauma Certificate—all from Wilfrid Laurier University.

More importantly, I do this work because I know the difference it makes. Not just in organizations, but in people’s lives. Doing this work myself—learning about the nervous system and putting trauma-informed practices into action—has been transformational. It’s reshaped my relationship with myself, how I show up, how I lead, and how I connect with others. And I’ve experienced the ripple effects in every single area of my life.

That’s why I believe so deeply in bringing these practices into workplaces. They don’t just change how teams function; they change what people believe is possible when they feel safe enough to grow and connect. They have the power to shift every single relationship in our lives—at work, at home, and in the community. This isn’t abstract theory for me—it’s lived experience, and it’s why I’m committed to helping leaders and organizations step into this new era of work.

our way

Our Approach

We design trainings and workshops that do more than check a box. Every program is built on self-awareness, empathy, and nervous system–aware practices that make real change possible. You’ll still get practical strategies and tools—but built on a new bedrock of trust, safety, and belonging.

We work with government, non-profit, and corporate clients, partnering with them to create cultures of belonging and connection through:

Workshops & Training

From 60-minute trainings to multi-day workshops, we've got solutions to fit any group size, time allotment, and demographic.
To deepen the learning and use time efficiently, we offer hybrid options where learners can complete a pre-work online course ahead of in-person learning.
Topics include: trauma-informed leadership, collaborative communication, boundary-setting, neurodiversity at work, and more ...

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Keynotes

Our keynotes engage & inspire audiences of all sizes and demographics at conferences, retreats, town halls, and other events
Topics include: The Future of Work—Why Nervous System Awareness is the New Competitive Edge, Embracing Neurodiversity, Trauma-Informed Leadership in Uncertain Times, and more...

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Online Training

Expand the reach of training efforts through our catalogue of self-directed online courses available for licensing
Fully-built and ready to import to your LMS, our courses combine video, text, downloadables, activities, knowledge checks, and more
Topics include: Boundary-Setting at Work, Giving Feedback, Preparing for Hard Conversations, The Fundamental Building Blocks of Trusting Relationships, and more...

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Great presentation for forward-thinking businesses

WBE Canada

The Expert Talk’s keynote on Neurodiversity at Work at WBE Canada's 2024 National Conference was both enlightening and impactful. Our participants enjoyed an engaging, informative presentation that shed light on the value of neurodiverse talent, providing key mindset shifts to support Neurodivergent workers and practical strategies to create a safer and more inclusive workplace. Great presentation for forward-thinking businesses!

our commitment

Social Stewardship

The Expert Talk is 100% women-owned and proud to be a WBE-certified business. We prioritize giving opportunities to women, folks who identify as part of the 2SLGBTQ+ community, and to people with neurodiversities. Of spending since our inception in May 2020, over 90% has been directed to collaborators and subcontractors who identify with various intersections of these communities.

We do not accept client requests that ask experts to edit or omit information that validates and/or supports members of the aforementioned communities or their experiences.

The Expert Talk pays a living wage.

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