Turning Networking Into Collaborations - and Clients!
- Laura Doman
- Dec 2, 2025
- 3 min read
Your on-camera presence can open doors to partnerships and sponsorships.
I know, I know… I say this a LOT:
Showing up confidently - on camera, in person, or on Zoom - is a business superpower.
But it’s true! Oh, it’s not the over-polished kind. That’s performance, which is quite different than the real thing, which is showing up:
Natural
Warm
Self-assured
Authentically you
When you present your genuine, human self - especially in virtual networking spaces where most people are less comfortable about being themselves - connections turn into opportunities you never saw coming.
That’s exactly what happened with sponsorship expert Arline Warwick.
Confidence creates visibility... and visibility creates opportunity.
How a Grand Connection Turned Into a Grand Collaboration
Arline and I met through Grand Connection, a virtual networking organization filled with entrepreneurs, creatives, and experts who show up consistently and generously.
Back in September, she taught a session on how to find and secure corporate sponsorships, which I found rather interesting. I reached out afterwards to learn more and discovered that many of her clients struggle with what to say to potential sponsors and how to present themselves with confidence.
My first thought?
This is exactly what I coach people on.
And just like that, a collaboration began.
“People don’t buy what you do; they buy why you do it.” — Simon Sinek
Why Authentic Presence Opens Doors
Here’s a truth:
People can feel your energy through a screen.
Really. When you show up grounded, present, and genuinely engaged, people notice.
They remember you.
And they start thinking,
“Hmm… we should do something together.”
Arline saw how I communicate on camera. I saw her brilliance in sponsorship strategy. And we realized that our audiences needed both of our strengths:
Her: how to confidently approach sponsors
Me: how to communicate with clarity, credibility, and executive presence
That’s how our masterclass was born. And you can join us on Thursday, December 11 at 3pm EST / noon PST … and receive a couple of free gifts for attending.
Introducing: “Lights! Camera! Sponsors!”
This free masterclass is designed to help you get sponsored - and get seen.
Whether you’re an entrepreneur, speaker, coach, nonprofit leader, or corporate professional, sponsorships can fund:
Events
Projects
Programs
Community initiatives
Even internal corporate ideas
And they also:
Boost your visibility
Position you as a leader
Expand your network
Attract new clients
Open doors that don’t exist until you knock
Pair that with strong on-camera and in-person presence, and suddenly you’re not just asking for sponsorships - you’re earning them.
Because Confidence + Opportunity = Visibility
Sponsors want to support people who communicate clearly and show up with credibility.
That’s where executive presence matters.
And people want to collaborate with those who show up as themselves: consistently, confidently, and ready to contribute.
Your next client, sponsor, or partner could easily be sitting in your next Zoom room.
Join Us!
"Lights! Camera! Sponsors!"will show you how to:
Find the right sponsors
Craft a compelling ask
Communicate with confidence
Show up with executive presence
Create lasting visibility and opportunities
And as a thank you for attending, Arline and I each have a free gift for you related to our specialties. You won’t want to miss them!
There’s a third bonus, too.
Want to Meet Great Collaborators Too?
If you’d like to experience the kind of high-quality networking that sparked this collaboration, you can try out Grand Connection for free.
I can get you a few guest passes so you can see the value for yourself. Here's the scoop.
Who knows? Your next partnership, project, or breakthrough may begin at one of their upcoming events.
✨ Upcoming Event ✨
Lights! Camera! Sponsors!
Thursday, December 11
3 pm EST / noon PST
Want to learn more? Let's talk!
I'm Laura Doman, a voice & TV/film actor and video communications coach. As an actor, I create memorable characters that tell my client's stories well, from the friendly CEO to your sassy best gal pal dispensing real-world advice. As a coach, I help you become more comfortable and charismatic on camera in videos, presentations, and online appearances.
