PR and Pancakes: Using the Enneagram to Create More Effective Communication

Join us for a morning of networking and learning at the Public Relations Association of Louisiana’s Northwest Chapter’s event, "PR and Pancakes"! This engaging breakfast gathering will be held on Friday, August 15th at The Glass Hat Cafe, starting at 8:00 a.m.

Topic: Using the Enneagram to Create More Effective Communication

Speaker: Kim Merritt, Founder of Aligned Leader Coaching

This topic and discussion is designed specifically for PR and marketing professionals who want to deepen their understanding of how personality influences communication—from team dynamics to messaging strategies and audience connection.

Here’s a quick overview of what will be covered:

• A comprehensive introduction to the 9 Enneagram types and the communication filters
• Practical strategies for tailoring external messaging and internal communication by type
• The Enneagram Triads (communication centers) and how that shows up with teams, clients, and marketing.
• Time for Q&A and takeaway resources for continued use

If Enneagrams are new to you, no worries. You can take the assessment here: https://www.truity.com/test/enneagram-personality-test. Even if you've taken a test before, if you're unsure of your number, this is Kim's favorite assessment to share. Look at the test as a "springboard". A way to narrow down from 9 possibilities, to 2 or 3.

This test will offer an opportunity to pay for comprehensive results. However, you will have access to a pie graph that shows breakdowns which can help get you started.

Whether you're looking to enhance your communication skills or simply want to connect with like-minded professionals, "PR and Pancakes" is the perfect way to start your day. Don’t miss out on this chance to gain valuable knowledge and expand your network!

Date: Friday, August 15, 2025

Time: 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.

Location: The Glass Hat Cafe, 423 Crockett Street, Shreveport, LA 71101

Cost: $20.00 for PRAL members / $25.00 for future members (Breakfast included)

We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP by to secure your spot.

More about the speaker:

Kim Merritt is a leadership coach, certified Enneagram educator, and strategic communication advisor who equips professionals and teams to lead and communicate with greater clarity, confidence, and impact. As the founder of Aligned Leader Coaching, Kim combines personality design with practical strategy to help leaders and communicators understand themselves and others—so they can craft messages that resonate and relationships that last.

With more than a decade of experience in leadership development, social branding, and digital strategy, Kim brings real-world insight and powerful self-awareness tools to every training, keynote, and workshop she leads. She specializes in translating the Enneagram into actionable frameworks for communication, team dynamics, and client engagement—making it immediately relevant for professionals and business leaders alike.

Known for her energetic, approachable teaching style and her genuine passion for sustainable, people-centered leadership, Kim empowers communicators to align their messaging from the inside out—helping them build stronger teams, authentic connections, and strategies that stand the test of time.