I’m an actor and presentation coach dedicated to helping professionals speak with confidence, clarity, and presence—on stage, on screen, or in the room.

With more than twenty years of experience in television, voiceover, and corporate training—including recurring roles on Chicago Med and national commercial campaigns—I bring a unique blend of performance savvy and practical communication tools to every session.

I know what it takes to show up powerfully and authentically in high-stakes environments. My approach is supportive, high-energy, and actionable, helping you feel more natural, prepared, and connected to your audience.

I’ve worked with clients across Fortune 500 companies, labor unions, ad agencies, performers, and real estate professionals.

Whether you’re prepping for a keynote, leading a team meeting, or just trying to stop cringing at the sound of your own voice on Zoom—I’ll help you speak with clarity, confidence, and connection.

And yes, Rioux is pronounced Roo. 😉

Hi, I’m Courtney Rioux.

 

How It Started

It all started in Indiana in the 1980s.

It all started in Indiana in the 1980s.

Behind this flat top was a long, thin mullet, AKA a rat tail.

Behind this flat top was a long, thin mullet, AKA a rat tail.

Base-stealing machine. Also afraid of the ball.

Base-stealing machine. Also afraid of the ball.

One of the first-ever pictures taken with a mobile device. The Field Museum of Chicago is a special place.

One of the first-ever pictures taken with a mobile device. The Field Museum of Chicago is a special place.

My wife, Courtney, inspired me to find work I love. She's the best.

My wife, Courtney, inspired me to find work I love. She's the best.

After ten years in sales, I followed my passion. Teaching people to communicate more effectively.

After ten years in sales, I followed my passion. Teaching people to communicate more effectively.

Then, another ten years later, we welcomed this guy.

Then, another ten years later, we welcomed this guy.

He also likes to talk a lot.

He also likes to talk a lot.

Hates the sand. Still wants a bucket to play with it.

Hates the sand. Still wants a bucket to play with it.

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