Executive Wordsmiths – Professional Speechwriting Support for Executives in Business and Government

At Executive Wordsmiths we have decades of experience managing all aspects of executive communications for some of the most senior leaders in business and government.

From creating speech opportunities to advancing busy professionals at events

From crafting speeches for maximum impact to leveraging social media to get your message heard

From developing executive correspondence to scripting annual conferences

We are with you every step of the way.

We’ve not only walked the walk, we scripted the talk. Let us help you get your message heard and acted upon.

Lead Talent

R. Scott Michaud

R. Scott Michaud, Senior Speechwriter

R. Scott Michaud is a professional in executive and strategic communications with almost 30 years experience working with federal, state, and corporate clients. Scott has editorial expertise in style, syntax, and grammar for press releases, talking points, public statements, congressional testimony, agency publications, video scripts, and many other written materials, including executive correspondence. He has provided leadership as a long-time supervisor of speechwriting and communications staff. He possesses invaluable, practical experience as a senior communications specialist providing speeches that are well written, well researched and reflective of the client's communication style.

"Professional, Conscientious, and Dependable"
-William Jefferson Clinton, President of the United States

Commendations

“Mr. Michaud… Building upon our relationships and striving to be great community partners is vital to the sustainment of this facility and our missions here. Thank you again for your participation in and coordination of this effort. Awesome!”

B. Chance Saltzman, Colonel, USAF, Commander, Aerospace Data Facility-Colorado

“Scott, thanks for your continued excellent work with our ADF-C (Aerospace Data Facility-Colorado) partners. I appreciate everything you do for the team… well done!”

Ed Mornston, Director of the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency-Denver

“Scott Michaud [demonstrated] exceptional meritorious service, outstanding leadership, and superior professionalism while serving as… Assistant IG for Information Services. Throughout his tenure, he served as an advisor to the leadership helping to shape SIGIR’s message and voice. Mr. Michaud’s numerous contributions were in keeping with the highest standards of government service, were of exceptional value to the United States and Iraq, and reflect great credit upon himself and the Department of Defense.”

Stuart W. Bowen, Jr., Special Inspector General for Iraq Reconstruction

“[Scott] understands the necessity of clearly and accurately conveying an Administration’s message to its many stakeholders both within government and to the American people. He is a highly skilled professional and he would be a tremendous asset…”

Congressman Jerry Nadler

“Your unique ability to clearly and professionally articulate the Director’s vision and policy direction to diverse audiences around the world contributed to the Agency’s ability to provide Government-wide leadership in human resources management, improve our service to the American people, and build a stronger Nation.”

Janice Lachance, Director, US Office of Personnel Management

“During the 1996 campaign and your time at the White House, you have used your good judgment and strong communication skills to help me reach out to the American people… you have been professional, conscientious, and dependable… I am pleased to know that my Administration will continue to benefit from your services…”