Lou Solomon
Author, TEDx speaker, and CEO of Interact Studio. A former executive in Television and Radio, she believed authenticity was missing from the way business communication skills were being taught.
Lou Solomon, CEO of Interact Studio, is an author and TEDx speaker. A former Television and Radio executive, she believed authenticity was missing from how business communication skills were taught.
In 2000, Solomon founded Interact Studio, an award-winning communications company that focuses on authenticity, trust, and influence in communications.
Holding a master’s degree in organizational development, Solomon is a former adjunct faculty member at the McColl School of Business at Queens University. She co-founded the TWIST Conference for Women, now hosted by the University and celebrating its 11th year.
As an author and TEDx speaker, Solomon’s insights have culminated in two books, "Say Something Real," and “Fighting the Impostor Mindset.” Her TEDx Talk is approaching 1 million views.
A contributing writer for the Harvard Business Review, CEO.com, Fast Company, and SUCCESS Magazine, Solomon’s articles on Trust have appeared worldwide.
Lou has served on several non-profit Boards, including Leadership Charlotte, Charlotte is Creative, and Women Executives. She has done extensive pro bono work for non-profits, including Roof Above, SHARE Charlotte, the Humane Society, and the Reemprise Fund.
Career Boost: Communicate like a leader
Strong technical skills can get you noticed, but lasting career growth often depends on how well you communicate.
In this edition of Career Boost from The Charlotte Ledger, communications expert Lou Solomon shares why stepping beyond your role as a subject-matter expert is essential to becoming an effective leader.
She explains how clarity, brevity, and storytelling can transform routine updates or tough feedback into opportunities to build trust and influence.
In her conversation with Tony Mecia, Lou offers practical strategies leaders can use every day—from structuring a five-minute update that makes an impact to creating safe spaces for honest dialogue.
She also emphasizes the importance of modeling vulnerability, promoting continuous growth, and utilizing authentic connection as a leadership tool. The discussion reminds us that while information is plentiful, the true differentiator in leadership is the ability to connect with people.
This interview is part of Career Boost, a September 2025 series designed to help professionals sharpen their skills and thrive in today’s workplace.
