What’s your story?
Dr. Rod Berger -
Voice of Global Influence and Insightful Storytelling
Dr. Rod Berger is recognized globally as an expert in the art of strategic storytelling. When he isn’t travelling the world in search of stories. Rod has conducted over 4,000 interviews worldwide, including an audience with Pope Francis, NBA great Magic Johnson, and F1 World Champion Jenson Button. He has also engaged with United Nations officials in Rome and NGOs in Uganda’s refugee camps, uncovering the challenging life stories impacting an individual's everyday life.
With a firm understanding of how the art of storytelling can change lives, Rod has codified his practice as a communication architect to help empower individuals and organizations to build strong cultures and brands, create powerful narratives, and identify how to lead with impact, influence, and most importantly, curiosity.
With a doctorate in clinical psychology, Rod guest lectured at Vanderbilt University’s Owen Graduate School of Management for nearly two decades and acts as a strategic advisor to several companies in the U.S. and abroad. He contributed to Forbes for several years and writes for Entrepreneur Mag, and wrote the cover story for Los Angeles Magazine’s February 2025 issue, and he hosts three podcasts within his Dr. Rod Berger Channel.
Impact
“Rod Berger is a big-ideas thinker who takes conversations to new and deeper territory.”
— Karin Klein
Pulitzer-Prize Winning Journalist
What Others Are Saying
—Dr. Lizabeth Fogel, ACA Board Chair, and Steve Baskin ACA Board Chair-Elect
“Dr. Rod Berger’s interview with Opal Lee at the 2025 American Camp Association Conference was extraordinary. Some interviewers center themselves, but not Rod. He is instead like the light at the end of the day—‘magic hour light’—that makes everything look warmer and more appealing.
His thoughtful questions and engaging style created a space for deep reflection, inspiration, and heartfelt storytelling, allowing Opal Lee’s wisdom and passion to shine.
It was more than an interview; it was a masterclass on how to lead with curiosity, respect, authenticity, and story. His approach reminds us of the power of meaningful conversation to illuminate history, elevate voices, and inspire action.”
“The Narrative Edge is a profound journey into the heart of what makes us human - our stories. In times of uncertainty, it offers a roadmap to ignite hope and narrate your story of potential to achieve the impossible.”
—Prof. Henrik von Scheel, a dyslexic boy named the Most Influential Futurist of our century and the Originator of Industry 4.0. | Switzerland
“Rod is an absolute dynamo and thoughtful storyteller. From education and culture to sustainability and human potential, Rod crafts deep and wide narratives - and his commitment to finding the positive is inspiring. I am honored to have collaborated with such a dedicated storyteller in a rich cultural center like Rome.”
—Tim Neeves, Film Director, Producer, Writer | Netflix’s Brave Blue World Director