Speech Writing

This is an Undergraduate Commencement Speech that I wrote for the President of Manhattan College, May 17, 2024 Good morning. I am honored to be here with you on this both solemn and joyous occasion, and to say some words to conclude the ceremony, which is an important moment for the entire Jasper community. To Provost Roy and our deans, thank you for leading us through the commencement proceedings and for your service to our…

Written for the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Catherine Colonna Ladies and gentlemen, Dear students, It is so inspiring to be here, at Dream today. I want to thank everyone who made it possible for me and my team to visit; discover this elegant space; and learn about the projects that Dream has for the future, which are bold and bright. I have so much admiration for Dream: From what I have learned, the organization started…

Written for Ambassador Philippe Etienne Dear friends, It’s wonderful to see such a dynamic group of leaders and innovators all in one place. As you may know, I took on my role as France’s new ambassador to the United States in June. As I become better acquainted with New York, I am thrilled to discover the level of entrepreneurial energy that is present among French companies here and to see the ties they are forging…

Written for Ambassador Laurent Bili Dear friends, It’s wonderful to be here with you today, to celebrate Antoine de Saint Exupéry and his timeless novella, The Little Prince, a beautiful piece of literature that still carries a universal message today. As you know, this year marks the 80th anniversary of the publication of The Little Prince. In honor of this special occasion, the Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Catherine Colonna, will be unveiling a…

Written for Ambassador Philippe Etienne Dear Jeffrey Sachs, Dear Sonia, It is a great pleasure to welcome you to the consulate general this morning to celebrate the work and accomplishments of Mr. Jeffrey Sachs. Mr. Sachs has excelled in so many ways that it is hard to find a single word to describe him.  The term public intellectual or global thought leader comes to mind. Although millennials and Generation Z would probably refer to you…

Written for acting Consul General Damien Laban Dear Matthew Yokobosky, Dear friends, It is a pleasure to welcome you to the French Consulate this evening to honor and celebrate the work of Mr Matthew Yokobosky, one of the most exciting and creative museum exhibition designers and curators of our time. Mr Yokobosky who has conceived and overseen more than 100 expositions at major institutions, such as the Carnegie Museum of Art in Pittsburg, the Whitney,…