Meet Michael Chad Hoeppner
25+ years coaching leaders to speak clearly, lead with presence, and influence with confidence
“One of the great blessings of my life is that I get to watch people, practically every day, discover that the lifelong habit they thought doomed them to repeat the past forever can be changed, and changed far faster than they think.”
Michael is the founder and CEO of GK Training. He has coached U.S. presidential candidates, Fortune 100 executives, deans of Ivy League schools, and founders of global companies. His clients include three of the top eight financial firms, 45 of the Am Law 100, and two of the four major U.S. professional sports leagues.
He taught communication and executive presence in the MBA and PhD programs at Columbia Business School, where he’s also coached over 15 faculty members.
Michael created GK’s unique kinesthetic approach to communication — now used in over 43 industries worldwide. He’s the architect of GK’s online course suite, the interactive practice app Question Roulette, and the VR training tool Genuine Dojo.
He earned his MFA from NYU and a BA in History and Philosophy, graduating cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa. Before founding GK, he had a successful career as a professional actor, including roles on Broadway and in television.
Public
Speaking
Executive
Presence
Vocal Performance
& Delivery
Founder & CEO of GK Training
Coach to three U.S. Presidential Candidates
Creator of GK’s proprietary kinesthetic communication method
Featured on Good Morning America, The Economist, McKinsey’s Author Talks, and podcasts with over 6 million listeners.
Real Results: From Rushed to Commanding
How a Presidential Candidate Transformed His Presence On Stage
Before Coaching: Fast Talker, Missed Impact
In his first presidential debate, Andrew Yang spoke at over 7 words per second — the fastest of any candidate. The result? His message got lost. He struggled to connect, couldn’t land key ideas, and had the lowest speaking time on stage.
After Coaching: Presence, Clarity, Confidence
Just a few weeks of GK coaching transformed his delivery. He slowed down, added strategic pauses, and spoke with confidence — leading to his campaign’s highest fundraising night to date.
Work Directly with Michael
Get practical, personalized coaching from the person who built the method
Single Session
$2,100
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 Michael
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
$7,800
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 Michael
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
$15,000
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 Michael
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
What happens next: After you complete your purchase, Michael’s assistant will reach out within one business day to coordinate scheduling and answer any questions. Sessions are held over Zoom unless otherwise arranged.
Michael’s calendar is typically fully booked. Due to high demand, there may be a waiting list to begin working with him directly.
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