2026 Stakeholder Whispering

THE EVENT NEXUS PRESENTS

Stakeholder Whispering:
How to Shape Messages Stakeholders Actually Hear

Free Virtual Training + Live Q&A

Learn how data, visuals, and message structure influence trust, clarity, and decision-making

A 45-minute session with Bill Shander, followed by a 15-minute live Q&A

Thursday, February 12 | 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET

How This Session Approaches Stakeholder Communication

Stakeholder communication rarely fails because the data is wrong. It fails because information is presented without insight, visuals lack focus, or messages are shaped by requests instead of understanding.

This session focuses on the moments communicators struggle most: deciding what matters, structuring information for different audiences, and presenting evidence in ways that build clarity, trust, and alignment.

This session focuses on:

Uncovering stakeholder needs beyond stated requests · Using data storytelling to surface insight · Visual structure and information hierarchy · Adapting messages for executives, influencers, and implementers · Reducing confusion, resistance, and misalignment

Stakeholders Don’t Reject Messages

They Reject How Information Is Framed

Hear from Speaker Bill Shander

In this short video, Bill explains what stakeholder whispering really means, why strong data and visuals still fail to persuade, and how communicators can present information in ways that build clarity, trust, and alignment across stakeholder groups.

Register today and learn how to make your message land.

Why You Should Attend

Learn how stakeholders actually interpret information by understanding how role, authority, and context shape what people notice, trust, and act on.
Use data and visuals to surface insight—not just report facts so your message clarifies decisions instead of adding noise or friction.
Recognize when charts, slides, and narratives are working against you and learn how to restructure information to build alignment and credibility.
Adapt the same message for different stakeholder groups including executives, influencers, implementers, and skeptics—without rewriting everything.
Strengthen your role as a trusted advisor by presenting complex data and competing priorities in ways leaders can quickly understand and act on.

This session is for communicators who want to move beyond simply delivering information—and become the people leaders rely on to clarify decisions, align stakeholders, and move work forward.

1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET

Stakeholder Whispering: How to Shape Messages That Stakeholders Actually Hear

Most communication failures are not caused by bad intentions or weak strategy. They happen because messages are delivered the same way to everyone—regardless of what different stakeholders need to see, understand, or decide.

In this 45-minute, strategy-driven session, Bill Shander introduces the concept of Stakeholder Whispering: the discipline of shaping messages—verbally and visually—so they land with precision, clarity, and credibility.

Drawing on his background in visual communication and data design, Bill shows how structure, hierarchy, and presentation choices quietly influence trust, attention, and decision-making. You’ll see why stakeholders often disengage before they disagree—and how to prevent that.

This is not a design tutorial. It is a practical, executive-level framework for communicators who need their messages to cut through complexity and drive alignment.

What you’ll learn:

Why the same message resonates with one stakeholder group and fails with another
How visual structure and information hierarchy influence trust and comprehension
Common visual and messaging mistakes that create resistance or confusion
How to adapt messaging for executives, influencers, implementers, and skeptics
How to apply a repeatable framework for aligning content, visuals, and intent

Bill Shander
Data Storytelling & Visual Communication

Includes a 15-minute live Q&A at the end of the session.

What You Receive With Registration

A focused, professionally produced virtual session designed to help you communicate complex information with clarity, credibility, and impact.

✓ Live access to the event on February 12 from 1:00–2:00 p.m. ET, attended from anywhere.
✓ 45-minute training session with Bill Shander combining stakeholder whispering, data storytelling, and visual communication.
✓ 15-minute live Q&A focused on real stakeholder, leadership, and change-communication challenges.
✓ Access to the full on-demand replay so you can revisit the session or watch if you’re unable to attend live.
✓ Presentation slides and supporting resources shared after the event.
✓ Certificate of Completion recognizing your professional development.

Produced by The Event Nexus

Professional development built for today’s communicators.

Founded in 2023, The Event Nexus produces focused, expert-led virtual conferences and workshops for communication, PR, marketing, and corporate affairs professionals. In a short time, our programs have reached 2,000+ communicators across hundreds of organizations, delivering practical training designed for real-world decision-making—not theory.

We work with experienced practitioners and respected thought leaders to create learning experiences that are clear, credible, and immediately useful.

Every program is designed to help communicators perform when the stakes are high.

What Past Attendees Say

Feedback from communicators who’ve attended previous Event Nexus programs.

“The session delivered clear, practical insights backed by strong data and real-world examples. I walked away with ideas I could immediately apply.”

Corporate Communications Professional
Enterprise Organization

“A great balance of strategy, storytelling, and practical examples. It reinforced how important clarity and structure are when communicating with stakeholders.”

Internal Communications Leader
Large Organization

“Well-paced, thoughtfully designed, and clearly built for professionals dealing with complex information and competing priorities.”

PR & Communications Manager
Public Sector Organization

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this event live or on-demand?

This is a live session. If an on-demand replay is provided, it will be shared with registrants after the event.

Can my team attend?

Yes. This is a free event, so individuals and teams are welcome. Each attendee must register independently so they receive their own access link and event updates.

What if I can’t attend the full session live?

We recommend attending live for the full experience and the Q&A. If a replay is provided, it will be sent to registrants after the event.

Will there be a live Q&A?

Yes. The session includes a 15-minute live Q&A at the end. You can bring your real stakeholder, leadership, and change-communication challenges.

Will I receive a certificate?

Certificate availability depends on this event’s format. If a Certificate of Completion is offered, it will be shared with registrants after the session.

Who should attend this event?

This session is designed for corporate and internal communicators, PR professionals, change management teams, and anyone who needs to present data, insights, or recommendations to stakeholders and decision-makers.

Stakeholder Whispering:
How to Shape Messages Stakeholders Actually Hear

Thursday, February 12 | 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET