Cathleen Hanson, Director provides training for business executives, corporations, politicians, groups, schools and colleges and has appeared on radio and television talk shows. Prior to founding The International School of Protocol, Cathleen Hanson was a university professor of communication and nationally recognized speech and debate coach. In addition to coaching national champions in speech and debate, she taught courses in the area of public speaking, business communication, group communication, and nonverbal communication. She is an award winning speaker and writer whose syndicated columns appeared in over 30 publications nationwide. As a fully engaging top-notch teacher, her emphasis is on teaching adults, teens and children what she considers to be skills for life. Ms. Hanson holds a Masters in Communication Theory and Research and is also a founding partner of Road to Success: Career Development Program.
Check out Cathleen’s Introduction Video on BLI’s YouTube Channel.
Testimonials for Cathleen Hanson:
- I had a wonderful time learning about etiquette and networking with Mrs. Hanson. These skills are often not taught in classes in school, so I appreciated the opportunity to learn them. I use these skills constantly at formal dinners and events in my postgraduate studies. – Zandy (Rhodes Scholar at Oxford) 2024
- Road to Success is an amazing program. When I first started doing it, I really did not realize then how much it would help me be more successful. Through training using networking and making connections with other people… I learned how to then be a better and more active member of society. – Carter R seminar participant from Idaho 2024
- When it comes to dining etiquette, my first call is always to Cathleen “Cathy” Hanson at the International School of Protocol.
Cathy is an incredible storyteller with an unmatched passion for educating students and staff alike. Whether she’s teaching the proper way to handle peas or explaining the history behind a handshake, her ability to engage an audience is second to none. I am very protective of who I allow in front of my students, and Cathy not only earns that trust—she exceeds expectations every time. – Seana T. Coulter, Executive Director at Morgan State University Center for Career Development 2025