Meet Ben Graney
Helping professionals break old habits, stay grounded under pressure, and communicate with presence and clarity in high-stakes moments.
“There’s a moment that I always love to see with clients. A moment of realization that arrives after someone tries a way of communicating that’s completely new to them. Usually it’s a subtle adjustment or a new perspective that makes this moment arrive, and when it does, it’s extraordinarily empowering. A client can go from frustrated and hopeless to exploring new, freeing ways of communicating starting with the idea that everyone – no matter how experienced – can improve.”
Ben Graney is a Senior Executive Coach with GK Training who specializes in helping people show up with confidence, clarity, and control in high-stakes situations. He has coached a wide range of professionals, from startup founders and lawyers to pharmaceutical executives and business school students. His approach combines structure and flexibility, giving clients the space to experiment, make adjustments, and build new communication habits that last.
Before joining GK, Ben trained at NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts, where he earned his M.F.A. in Theater. His background as a professional actor gives him a deep understanding of physical presence, vocal delivery, and emotional connection. He draws on that training to help clients who may not feel like natural performers find their voice and lead with authenticity. His sessions are known for being challenging, supportive, and focused on measurable progress.
Ben has also co-founded a nonprofit to teach financial literacy to artists, served on the board of the NYU Graduate Acting Alumni Association, and coached students at Columbia Business School. He lives in New York with his wife, twin boys, and their very opinionated dog.
Presence Under
Pressure
Storytelling &
Message Framing
Vocal Delivery
& Physical Presence
Senior Executive Coach with expertise in vocal production, physical presence, and high-stakes communication.
Coach to professionals across industries: law, pharma, startups, and business schools including Columbia.
Uses performance-based techniques to help clients communicate with clarity, confidence, and control.
Helps women leaders overcome nerves and own the room with confidence
What Ben's Clients Say
Read what professionals, founders, and public figures say about their experience with GK coaching.
"Thanks again for your guidance, particularly today's one-on-one. Soon after our Zoom, I got a referral out of the blue. A nonprofit's staff lawyer called me on recommendation of a former client and I followed the GRACIOUS model in the discussion, which led to an agreement to engage me for the work. Great timing!"
Partner
AM Law 100 Firm
"I used to be a terrible presenter. I tried everything: meds, hypnosis, nothing helped. Then I gifted myself public speaking sessions with a presentation coach. Today, after a practice job talk at Columbia Business School, my audience said I did a good job.
Thank you Ben Graney for transforming what I thought could never be changed: the nervousness, the visceral reactions to questions. I’ve become a more confident presenter because of Ben’s kind and firm coaching. I can’t recommend him enough."
Dr. Sandra Portocarrero
Assistant Professor of Management at the London School of Economics
"Thank you, Ben! It was such a pleasure working with you, and I really appreciated all of your constructive and individualized feedback. These sessions certainly helped to get me out of my comfort zone and bring more awareness to my speaking habits. The exercises and tools you shared were super helpful and I will be sure to incorporate them more in my daily routine! Best of luck, and thank you again! Best of luck, and thank you again!"
Grants Manager
Non Profit Organization
Single Session
$950
One time investment
A focused coaching session designed to sharpen a high-stakes moment you’ve already prepared for. Ideal if you have a draft ready and want feedback.
One 60-minute private coaching session with Ben
Live feedback on a specific presentation, meeting, pitch, or interview
Real-time adjustments to improve clarity, delivery, and impact
Targeted recommendations to elevate your performance fast
Custom practice regimen
MOST POPULAR
Four Sessions
$3,650
One time investment
A coaching package to help you prepare for a high-stakes moment, not just tweak it. Ideal for professionals who want to build skills and confidence over time.
Four 60-minute private coaching session with Ben
Strategic preparation for a specific goal (presentation, pitch, interview, etc.)
Customized skill development and communication drills
Support between sessions to track progress and reinforce habits
Custom practice regimen
Executive Presence Mastery
$7,000
One time investment
Our most comprehensive coaching program. Designed for those ready to go all in. Build lasting habits with full support. Ideal for long-term, high-impact growth.
8 private coaching sessions with Ben
Full access to all online courses (EP 1.0, EP 2.0, and more)
Access to our private community of professionals working on the same skills
Personal feedback and video reviews
Proven curriculum designed to support deep transformation over time
Custom practice regimen
Private coaching sessions are held over Zoom unless otherwise arranged.
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