Frank Van Oss

Helping leaders communicate with credibility and clarity | Communication Trainer & Keynote Speaker | Media & Crisis Expert | Author

Brussels Metropolitan Area

About

“Strong communication starts with who you are.” For over 30 years, I’ve helped leaders, spokespeople, and policymakers strengthen their message and delivery, under pressure. Whether it’s a critical TV interview, a heated debate, or a boardroom speech, I help people speak clearly and come across with impact. I’ve trained more than 4,000 people across politics, business, diplomacy, and non-profits, working in Europe, Asia, and the Pacific, including the Netherlands, New Caledonia, France, Japan, Spain, and Sweden. Always with a focus on substance, not show. Clients come to me for honest feedback, strategic insight, and a human approach. I don’t teach tricks. I help you connect the message to the moment, and to who you really are. Expertise: - Media training (1-on-1, group, crisis) - Strategic communication coaching - Keynotes on authentic communication - Coaching for public speaking & debates Want to discuss a specific challenge or upcoming appearance? Feel free to send me a message or visit mediatrainer.be.

Experience

  • Frank Van Oss (Self-employed · 29 yrs 5 mos)
    • Mediatrainer and executive coach
      Feb 1997 - Present · 29 yrs 5 mos

      I help leaders, experts and spokespeople communicate clearly, credibly and calmly, especially when the pressure is on. My work blends hands-on media training with strategic coaching, designed to prepare people for real-world challenges: from TV interviews and board presentations to policy briefings and public crises. I’ve worked with more than 4,500 professionals across Europe, Asia and the Pacific, politicians, diplomats, executives, directors, spokespersons. Services include: - Media training (camera practice + tailored feedback) - Debate training - Crisis communication preparation - Executive coaching on messaging, tone and presence - Strategic rehearsal for leadership appearances

    • Keynote Speaker
      2024 - Present · 2 yrs 6 mos

      I speak at conferences and events about authentic communication, trust under pressure, and the psychology behind impactful messaging. - Talks for leadership, HR, communications and public service audiences - Topics include credibility, clarity, and speaking under stress - Grounded in 30+ years of case-based experience

  • Board Member & Vice-President at SEAP
    2000 - 2005 · 5 yrs

    Governance

  • Director European Affairs Office Brussels at AIT-FIA Federation of Automobile Associations- Brussels Office
    1993 - 1997 · 4 yrs

    European public affairs

  • Communication Manager Benelux at Saint-Gobain Glass Belgium
    1990 - 1993 · 3 yrs

    Communication for the Benelux

  • Senior Account Executive at Infopublic (nu Weber Shandwick)
    1986 - 1990 · 4 yrs

    Communication advice