MEET OUR TALENTED TEAM
Preparing you for every interaction – Monday to Monday®.
MEET OUR TALENTED TEAM
MEET OUR TALENTED TEAM
Stacey Hanke, Inc. helps leaders communicate with confidence, presence and authenticity. Our mentors and consultants bring more than 100 years of combined experience working with professionals across the U.S. and four continents.
Through personalized one-on-one mentoring and interactive team workshops, we help you strengthen your influence, build trust and consistently connect in every interaction - Monday to Monday.®
STACEY HANKE
STACEY HANKE - CPAE, Keynote Speaker, Executive Coach
Stacey Hanke is a National Speaker’s Association CPAE Speaker Hall of Fame recipient. As a Certified Speaking Professional, she shapes leaders and prompts people to create momentum and action in their organizations. Her research has led thousands of Fortune 1000 executives to rid themselves of communication habits that diminish their influence, reputation and credibility.
Stacey has inspired thousands as a featured guest in The New York Times, Forbes, Entrepreneur, Thrive, SmartMoney magazine, The Economist and Business Week. Her work ethic was forged in childhood through the hard work of growing up on a farm.
Stacey gives executives what has been described as the “greatest gift of all” – to see themselves as others see them.
TAMMY HELBLE
TAMMY HELBLE - Business Development Lead
Tammy Helble is a business development and partnerships leader known for driving revenue growth, opening new markets, and strengthening enterprise relationships in complex sales environments.
She began her career in high-performance sales, rising to top producer status through preparation, consistency, and results. That foundation shapes her approach—listening closely, communicating transparently, and guiding decision-makers toward outcomes that strengthen their organizations.
Tammy has partnered with CEOs, founders, and senior executives in high-stakes settings, bringing expertise in building pipeline, navigating stakeholder decisions, and expanding relationships through a consultative approach.
When not working, she spends quality time with family and close friends, hiking mountain peaks, and giving back through volunteering.
JULIE SCHUSTER
JULIE SCHUSTER - Senior Director of Learning & Development
Julie’s professional experience shows her commitment to education. She represented the University of Iowa and the Milwaukee School of Engineering at the local and national levels.
In her work with adult learners at the Milwaukee School of Engineering, she coordinated executives’ Lean, Six Sigma, and project management training. Her participation in executive-level training allows her to incorporate that learning into her workshop. Julie is passionate about continuous improvement, coaching, mentoring, and helping people be the best version of themselves.
She has a B.S. in Sociology at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse and M.S. in College Student Personnel with an emphasis in Counseling at Indiana State University. Julie lives in the Milwaukee area with her husband. They have two adult sons.
AMY O'DAY
AMY O'DAY - Director of Learning Experience
Amy has over 20 years of exceptional administrative and customer services skills. She completed her higher education at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh with a Bachelor of Arts degree in the Psychology program.
Amy has worked in retail, health care, manufacturing, and business environments tackling everything from HR to customer service, purchasing, and administrative duties. Her passion is helping her team in all facets of the behind-the-scenes operations.
Originally from beautiful Door County, Wis., Amy has settled in the heart of the Fox Valley area with her husband and three children.
CRYSTAL HANKE
CRYSTAL HANKE - Executive Coach & Sr. Instructor
Crystal has worked with sales and training executives for over ten years, helping them enhance their selling and influence skills. She started with a career in marketing communications for the animal health industry. Her passion for sales and training led to a successful biologic specialty sales career, where she developed and delivered sales and communication training to sales teams and executives.
Today, Crystal focuses on delivering techniques that enhance executives’ presence and influence through improved communication and engagement techniques.
Crystal is a President’s Club recipient, Personal Sales Best for 12 consecutive weeks and STAR winner. She holds a B.A. in Marketing Communications and a B.A. in Animal Science from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls.
LISA LORBIECKI
LISA LORBIECKI - VP of Business Operations
Lisa has worked more than 20 years in the health care arena. Her career began as surgical coordinator with the Green Bay Eye Clinic. Lisa’s main emphasis was on developing employees, coordinating all areas of the surgical office operations, while working with the leading ophthalmologist in the Green Bay area.
While working at Wisconsin Oculoplastics, she focused on patient care in all aspects of the practice. From her past work experience she thinks the importance of communication skills is a vital part of our working world and personal lives.
Her education is a B.A. in Business Administration from Lakeland College, Sheboygan, Wis., along with an Associate degree in Medical Office Mid-Management from Northeast Wisconsin Technical College - Green Bay. Lisa is located in Cecil, Wis., along with her husband and two daughters.
JODI SODEMANN
JODI SODEMANN - Instructor
Jodi is a high-performing, insightful communications professional and relationship builder. She has more than 20 years of corporate communications experience working with one of the largest health systems in Wisconsin and a Fortune 100 financial services company.
Jodi served as a communications consultant and strategist for large teams and executives at both organizations, helping them balance complex business environments with empathy and influence.
She earned her B.A. in journalism with English minor at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.
ASHLEY SANTELLI
ASHLEY SANTELLI - Executive Assistant
Ashley is a dedicated executive assistant with over 10 years of experience providing administrative support to busy professionals and executives. She ensures smooth day-to-day operations, allowing her clients to focus on their business goals.
Ashley earned a Bachelors in Sociology from DePaul University. She currently lives in Chicago with her husband and two young boys.
MISTY MERCADO
MISTY MERCADO - Director of Marketing Communications, Instructor
Misty is a marketing communications professional skilled in brand building and reputation management. For the past 20 years, she has advised executives and strategized for publicly owned, privately held and government organizations. Her diverse industry background provides a wealth of knowledge and experience for those she works with.
Misty’s work with organizations such as Time Warner and the Air Force Special Operations Command has earned her numerous awards, such as the National Chairman’s Award and the Public Affairs Communication Excellence. She is passionate about her work and remains committed to helping others succeed professionally.
Misty earned her Bachelor of Journalism from the University of Texas, an M.B.A. from Regis University, and a M.S. in Integrated Marketing Communications from West Virginia University.
STACEY HANKE
STACEY HANKE - CPAE, Keynote Speaker, Executive Coach
Stacey Hanke is a National Speaker’s Association CPAE Speaker Hall of Fame recipient. As a Certified Speaking Professional, she shapes leaders and prompts people to create momentum and action in their organizations. Her research has led thousands of Fortune 1000 executives to rid themselves of communication habits that diminish their influence, reputation and credibility.
Stacey has inspired thousands as a featured guest in The New York Times, Forbes, Entrepreneur, Thrive, SmartMoney magazine, The Economist and Business Week. Her work ethic was forged in childhood through the hard work of growing up on a farm.
Stacey gives executives what has been described as the “greatest gift of all” – to see themselves as others see them.
TAMMY HELBLE
TAMMY HELBLE - Business Development Lead
Tammy Helble is a business development and partnerships leader known for driving revenue growth, opening new markets, and strengthening enterprise relationships in complex sales environments.
She began her career in high-performance sales, rising to top producer status through preparation, consistency, and results. That foundation shapes her approach—listening closely, communicating transparently, and guiding decision-makers toward outcomes that strengthen their organizations.
Tammy has partnered with CEOs, founders, and senior executives in high-stakes settings, bringing expertise in building pipeline, navigating stakeholder decisions, and expanding relationships through a consultative approach.
When not working, she spends quality time with family and close friends, hiking mountain peaks, and giving back through volunteering.
JULIE SCHUSTER
JULIE SCHUSTER - Senior Director of Learning & Development
Julie’s professional experience shows her commitment to education. She represented the University of Iowa and the Milwaukee School of Engineering at the local and national levels.
In her work with adult learners at the Milwaukee School of Engineering, she coordinated executives’ Lean, Six Sigma, and project management training. Her participation in executive-level training allows her to incorporate that learning into her workshop. Julie is passionate about continuous improvement, coaching, mentoring, and helping people be the best version of themselves.
She has a B.S. in Sociology at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse and M.S. in College Student Personnel with an emphasis in Counseling at Indiana State University. Julie lives in the Milwaukee area with her husband. They have two adult sons.
AMY O'DAY
AMY O'DAY - Director of Learning Experience
Amy has over 20 years of exceptional administrative and customer services skills. She completed her higher education at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh with a Bachelor of Arts degree in the Psychology program.
Amy has worked in retail, health care, manufacturing, and business environments tackling everything from HR to customer service, purchasing, and administrative duties. Her passion is helping her team in all facets of the behind-the-scenes operations.
Originally from beautiful Door County, Wis., Amy has settled in the heart of the Fox Valley area with her husband and three children.
CRYSTAL HANKE
CRYSTAL HANKE - Executive Coach & Sr. Instructor
Crystal has worked with sales and training executives for over ten years, helping them enhance their selling and influence skills. She started with a career in marketing communications for the animal health industry. Her passion for sales and training led to a successful biologic specialty sales career, where she developed and delivered sales and communication training to sales teams and executives.
Today, Crystal focuses on delivering techniques that enhance executives’ presence and influence through improved communication and engagement techniques.
Crystal is a President’s Club recipient, Personal Sales Best for 12 consecutive weeks and STAR winner. She holds a B.A. in Marketing Communications and a B.A. in Animal Science from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls.
LISA LORBIECKI
LISA LORBIECKI - VP of Business Operations
Lisa has worked more than 20 years in the health care arena. Her career began as surgical coordinator with the Green Bay Eye Clinic. Lisa’s main emphasis was on developing employees, coordinating all areas of the surgical office operations, while working with the leading ophthalmologist in the Green Bay area.
While working at Wisconsin Oculoplastics, she focused on patient care in all aspects of the practice. From her past work experience she thinks the importance of communication skills is a vital part of our working world and personal lives.
Her education is a B.A. in Business Administration from Lakeland College, Sheboygan, Wis., along with an Associate degree in Medical Office Mid-Management from Northeast Wisconsin Technical College - Green Bay. Lisa is located in Cecil, Wis., along with her husband and two daughters.
JODI SODEMANN
JODI SODEMANN - Instructor
Jodi is a high-performing, insightful communications professional and relationship builder. She has more than 20 years of corporate communications experience working with one of the largest health systems in Wisconsin and a Fortune 100 financial services company.
Jodi served as a communications consultant and strategist for large teams and executives at both organizations, helping them balance complex business environments with empathy and influence.
She earned her B.A. in journalism with English minor at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.
ASHLEY SANTELLI
ASHLEY SANTELLI - Executive Assistant
Ashley is a dedicated executive assistant with over 10 years of experience providing administrative support to busy professionals and executives. She ensures smooth day-to-day operations, allowing her clients to focus on their business goals.
Ashley earned a Bachelors in Sociology from DePaul University. She currently lives in Chicago with her husband and two young boys.
MISTY MERCADO
MISTY MERCADO - Director of Marketing Communications, Instructor
Misty is a marketing communications professional skilled in brand building and reputation management. For the past 20 years, she has advised executives and strategized for publicly owned, privately held and government organizations. Her diverse industry background provides a wealth of knowledge and experience for those she works with.
Misty’s work with organizations such as Time Warner and the Air Force Special Operations Command has earned her numerous awards, such as the National Chairman’s Award and the Public Affairs Communication Excellence. She is passionate about her work and remains committed to helping others succeed professionally.
Misty earned her Bachelor of Journalism from the University of Texas, an M.B.A. from Regis University, and a M.S. in Integrated Marketing Communications from West Virginia University.
STACEY HANKE
STACEY HANKE - CPAE, Keynote Speaker, Executive Coach
Stacey Hanke is a National Speaker’s Association CPAE Speaker Hall of Fame recipient. As a Certified Speaking Professional, she shapes leaders and prompts people to create momentum and action in their organizations. Her research has led thousands of Fortune 1000 executives to rid themselves of communication habits that diminish their influence, reputation and credibility.
Stacey has inspired thousands as a featured guest in The New York Times, Forbes, Entrepreneur, Thrive, SmartMoney magazine, The Economist and Business Week. Her work ethic was forged in childhood through the hard work of growing up on a farm.
Stacey gives executives what has been described as the “greatest gift of all” – to see themselves as others see them.
TAMMY HELBLE
TAMMY HELBLE - Business Development Lead
Tammy Helble is a business development and partnerships leader known for driving revenue growth, opening new markets, and strengthening enterprise relationships in complex sales environments.
She began her career in high-performance sales, rising to top producer status through preparation, consistency, and results. That foundation shapes her approach—listening closely, communicating transparently, and guiding decision-makers toward outcomes that strengthen their organizations.
Tammy has partnered with CEOs, founders, and senior executives in high-stakes settings, bringing expertise in building pipeline, navigating stakeholder decisions, and expanding relationships through a consultative approach.
When not working, she spends quality time with family and close friends, hiking mountain peaks, and giving back through volunteering.
JULIE SCHUSTER
JULIE SCHUSTER - Senior Director of Learning & Development
Julie’s professional experience shows her commitment to education. She represented the University of Iowa and the Milwaukee School of Engineering at the local and national levels.
In her work with adult learners at the Milwaukee School of Engineering, she coordinated executives’ Lean, Six Sigma, and project management training. Her participation in executive-level training allows her to incorporate that learning into her workshop. Julie is passionate about continuous improvement, coaching, mentoring, and helping people be the best version of themselves.
She has a B.S. in Sociology at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse and M.S. in College Student Personnel with an emphasis in Counseling at Indiana State University. Julie lives in the Milwaukee area with her husband. They have two adult sons.
AMY O'DAY
AMY O'DAY - Director of Learning Experience
Amy has over 20 years of exceptional administrative and customer services skills. She completed her higher education at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh with a Bachelor of Arts degree in the Psychology program.
Amy has worked in retail, health care, manufacturing, and business environments tackling everything from HR to customer service, purchasing, and administrative duties. Her passion is helping her team in all facets of the behind-the-scenes operations.
Originally from beautiful Door County, Wis., Amy has settled in the heart of the Fox Valley area with her husband and three children.
CRYSTAL HANKE
CRYSTAL HANKE - Executive Coach & Sr. Instructor
Crystal has worked with sales and training executives for over ten years, helping them enhance their selling and influence skills. She started with a career in marketing communications for the animal health industry. Her passion for sales and training led to a successful biologic specialty sales career, where she developed and delivered sales and communication training to sales teams and executives.
Today, Crystal focuses on delivering techniques that enhance executives’ presence and influence through improved communication and engagement techniques.
Crystal is a President’s Club recipient, Personal Sales Best for 12 consecutive weeks and STAR winner. She holds a B.A. in Marketing Communications and a B.A. in Animal Science from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls.
LISA LORBIECKI
LISA LORBIECKI - VP of Business Operations
Lisa has worked more than 20 years in the health care arena. Her career began as surgical coordinator with the Green Bay Eye Clinic. Lisa’s main emphasis was on developing employees, coordinating all areas of the surgical office operations, while working with the leading ophthalmologist in the Green Bay area.
While working at Wisconsin Oculoplastics, she focused on patient care in all aspects of the practice. From her past work experience she thinks the importance of communication skills is a vital part of our working world and personal lives.
Her education is a B.A. in Business Administration from Lakeland College, Sheboygan, Wis., along with an Associate degree in Medical Office Mid-Management from Northeast Wisconsin Technical College - Green Bay. Lisa is located in Cecil, Wis., along with her husband and two daughters.
JODI SODEMANN
JODI SODEMANN - Instructor
Jodi is a high-performing, insightful communications professional and relationship builder. She has more than 20 years of corporate communications experience working with one of the largest health systems in Wisconsin and a Fortune 100 financial services company.
Jodi served as a communications consultant and strategist for large teams and executives at both organizations, helping them balance complex business environments with empathy and influence.
She earned her B.A. in journalism with English minor at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.
ASHLEY SANTELLI
ASHLEY SANTELLI - Executive Assistant
Ashley is a dedicated executive assistant with over 10 years of experience providing administrative support to busy professionals and executives. She ensures smooth day-to-day operations, allowing her clients to focus on their business goals.
Ashley earned a Bachelors in Sociology from DePaul University. She currently lives in Chicago with her husband and two young boys.
MISTY MERCADO
MISTY MERCADO - Director of Marketing Communications, Instructor
Misty is a marketing communications professional skilled in brand building and reputation management. For the past 20 years, she has advised executives and strategized for publicly owned, privately held and government organizations. Her diverse industry background provides a wealth of knowledge and experience for those she works with.
Misty’s work with organizations such as Time Warner and the Air Force Special Operations Command has earned her numerous awards, such as the National Chairman’s Award and the Public Affairs Communication Excellence. She is passionate about her work and remains committed to helping others succeed professionally.
Misty earned her Bachelor of Journalism from the University of Texas, an M.B.A. from Regis University, and a M.S. in Integrated Marketing Communications from West Virginia University.
I highly recommend Stacey Hanke, Inc. They’re clearly talented and experienced communication experts. They bring an effective approach to improving the skills of their clients without attempting to change their client’s communication style. They demonstrated a unique ability to quickly and easily connect with our group, which established instant credibility in their work. I left with techniques that can be applied immediately in practice.
Stacey is a top-notch public-speaking coach and teacher. She and her team have a solid and proven method for teaching us how to be the best communicators we can be. I experienced that training first-hand and continue to see tangible improvements in my speaking style and methods. Her strategies work, and as a result, we have had her return a number of times to share her training methods with as many people as we can at here at Johnson Controls. I highly recommend her and her team.
The Stacey Hanke, Inc. team demonstrates impeccable professionalism. Stacey and her team work fluidly with us to discuss and meet program objectives. They provide resources and options so we can continue to advance the skills of our workforce talent after the end of the initial session. Their workshop sessions have been described by our participants as the best training they ever received.
WHERE WE WORK
WHERE WE WORK
Helping connect, engage and motivate international firms Monday to Monday®.
WHERE WE WORK
INFLUENCE
ELEVATED
Overcome common influence myths that sabotage you and your team's success.
Learn how to authentically connect, create a lasting impression and motivate action with every interaction.
INFLUENCE
REDEFINED
The way we communicate has changed because the way we work has changed.
Learn how to effectively communicate and be heard above the noise in a virtual, in-person and hybrid workplace.
DOWNLOAD INFLUENCE ELEVATED
Download chapter one FREE and maximize your connections, Monday to Monday.®
© 2026 Stacey Hanke Inc. All rights reserved.
INFLUENCE
ELEVATED
Overcome common influence myths that sabotage you and your team's success.
Learn how to authentically connect, create a lasting impression and motivate action with every interaction.
INFLUENCE
REDEFINED
The way we communicate has changed because the way we work has changed.
Learn how to effectively communicate and be heard above the noise in a virtual, in-person and hybrid workplace.
DOWNLOAD INFLUENCE ELEVATED
Download chapter one FREE and maximize your connections, Monday to Monday.®
© 2026 Stacey Hanke Inc. All rights reserved.
INFLUENCE
ELEVATED
Overcome common influence myths that sabotage you and your team's success.
Learn how to authentically connect, create a lasting impression and motivate action with every interaction.
INFLUENCE
redefined
The way we communicate has changed because the way we work has changed.
Learn how to effectively communicate and be heard above the noise in a virtual, in-person and hybrid workplace.
DOWNLOAD INFLUENCE ELEVATED
Download chapter one FREE and maximize your connections, Monday to Monday.®
© 2026 Stacey Hanke Inc. All rights reserved.