Vortolo
Coaching
Become a Guiding Star
with the Communication
Tools of a Leader
Welcome to Vortolo Coaching, your expert Public Speaking and Pitch/Presentation Coaching destination.
Whether you are looking to improve your public speaking skills in person or seeking professional coaching online, we are here to help guide you towards your north star in leadership and communication excellence.
Become more visible, start shining
At Vortolo Coaching, we are passionate about helping individuals enhance their communication skills and become confident, effective speakers.
Whether it's pitching, managing Q&A sessions, building relationships with key partners and clients, or animating events, our personalized coaching approach is designed to maximize your talents. We will provide you with the tools and support to empower you and help you deliver impactful presentations and speeches with ease and confidence, no matter what level you operate at.
Take the steps to become a great leader in communication.
3 Services
At Vortolo we provide 3 services to help business professionals excel in the context of business communication in all industries
Pitch Coaching and Training
We offer workshops and seminars for all your presenting and public speaking needs.
15 years experience in developing presentation tools to help executives and managers hit the mark every time.
All workshops and programs tailor made.
Business Relationship Coaching
This workshop aims to help the business professional improve their business relationships by putting them in-situation and offering
rigorous feedback.
Master of Ceremonies Coaching
Do you have an event that you need to animate? Perhaps a discussion that you need to drive and centre? We offer a coaching and workshops to help you be a great event driver.
Why choose Vortolo?
At Vortolo, business communication coaching is more than just a skill, it's a strategy for influence, connection, and long-term leadership success.
Michael Rickwood, founder of Vortolo and former senior coach at Ideas on Stage, brings 15+ years of international experience spanning four continents. From coaching World Bank executives in Washington D.C., to advising Paris-based start-ups, to training senior leaders in pharma, engineering, and luxury sectors across Europe, he understands both the pressure and the potential that leaders face in today’s fast-moving world.
He also teaches at HEC Paris, one of Europe’s top business schools, on leadership and communication,
grounding his presentation coaching in both strategic insight and real-world relevance.
But what really sets Vortolo apart isn’t just experience, it’s how we work.
You’ll get clear, honest, and empowering guidance that meets you where you are — whether you’re preparing a high-stakes presentation, managing business stakeholder relationships, or simply want to communicate with more confidence, authority, and presence in Paris's competitive business environment and abroad.
This is professional coaching without ego. Progress without pressure. Results you can feel in the room.
Alexis Mulard
Head of Innovation & Experience - Vivatechnology
“Michael has been an key part of VivaTech for several years, notably on the Discovery Stage, where he has been a masterful host for the 4th consecutive edition. His energy, agility, professionalism, knack for improvisation or last-minute changes, and his ability to relate to all our speakers are - among other things - the essential keys to making our programming a success! "
Phillip Gmereck,
Head of Corporate External Communications & Insights - Airbus
"Michael is a great coach who can get you and your presentation back on the right track, and help reveal your talent of speaker.."
Larry Williams Jr,
Public Speaker in Labour Management
Washington DC
“Michael helped me organize my thoughts and create a plan to deliver a powerful and clear message to my audience.”
