About Robin
Speech Coach
Robin Changarathil is the speech trainer and director of Progressive Speech. Learn more about him on this page!
If you are interested in taking professional speech training, please contact Progressive Speech to schedule a free phone, Zoom, or in-person consultation. A free consultation session is strongly recommended because it will allow you to make an informed and honest decision about whether professional speech training can help you achieve your personal communication goals.
Robin’s Story
Robin, a native of Edmonton, has dedicated the past twenty-five years to working with individuals both in Canada and overseas, helping them develop their speaking skills. He developed a deep appreciation of the importance of effective speech because of his own struggles communicating with others. For much of his early life, speaking in most social settings gave him regular anxiety, which not only hindered his ability to engage with others but also caused him to avoid social events.
In his mid-20s, as he gained confidence in navigating various social scenarios, he developed a keen interest in assisting others in becoming skilled speakers. He volunteered to help a variety of groups improve their speaking abilities. These included first-year university and high school students, training them in making effective presentations, and newcomers to Canada, training them in effective conversational communication. Robin has also conducted workshops on various topics such as cultivating an effective speaking voice, providing constructive feedback to public speakers, mastering small talk, and acting as an Emcee for weddings.
Furthermore, Robin delivered seminars and taught public speaking courses during his tenure as a Professor of English as a Foreign Language at a National University in South Korea, and as an English Language Trainer for the Samsung Corporation. This experience allowed him to share his expertise with a wide range of audiences.
Robin’s educational background includes degrees in Speech-Language Pathology and teaching English as a second language. These qualifications have equipped him with the essential skills necessary to assist speakers from different backgrounds in communicating more effectively.
Through his extensive journey in the field of speech training, Robin remains dedicated to helping individuals unlock their potential, gain confidence, and achieve success in their personal and professional communication. With his expertise and passion for effective speaking, he continues to make a positive impact on the lives of those he works with.
Why Work With Robin?
If you or someone you know wants to speak more clearly, effectively, and confidently in meetings, presentations, or client interactions, Robin is well-equipped to help you achieve your communication goals.
Robin has a clear enthusiasm for helping people become better speakers, and he brings extensive knowledge and experience in training individuals with unique goals in developing their communication skills.
In addition, Robin has spent the last 8 years developing three programs that have helped his clients experience long-term benefits in their speech.
These programs, explained in more detail in the Services section, focus on speaking with confidence, mastering presentation skills, and practicing clear and effective English pronunciation.
If any of these programs resonate with you, Professional Speech and Communication Training could be the solution you’ve been seeking. Our tailored training programs provide personalized, one-on-one coaching to address your specific challenges and goals. By working closely with Robin, you’ll develop lasting communication skills, becoming a clear, confident, and engaging speaker.
Qualifications & Awards
Education
- Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology, University of Alberta
- Master of Education in Teaching English as a Second Language, University of Alberta
Certifications
- Certified World Class Speaking Coach, World Class Speaking Coach Certification Program
- Certified Master Coach, Learn to Present Master Coach Program, The Learn to Present Academy
- Certified Master Presenter, Learn to Present Master Presenter Program, The Learn to Present Academy
- Certified Instructor, Compton P-ESL Accent Modification Method, Institute of Language and Phonology
- Preferred Accent Trainer, LDS & Associates
- Royal Society of Arts/Cambridge Certificate in the Teaching of English as a Foreign Language to Adults, St. Giles College
Professional Associations
- Member, The Corporate Speech Pathology Network (CORSPAN)
- Registered Speech-Language Pathologist, Alberta College of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists (ACSLPA)
- Certified, Speech-Language and Audiology Canada (SAC)
- Member, Alberta Speech-Language Association of Private Practitioners (ASAPP)
Contact
Phone
17802336125
robin@speech3.com
Address
#283, 6005 Gateway Boulevard, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, T6H 2H3