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What This Event Is
This event is designed for one clear purpose:
To help you create high-quality speaking videos you can immediately use for your own marketing.
This is not a contest.
There is no judging, no public critique, and no livestreaming.
Everything is built for focus, flexibility, and psychological safety — especially for newer speakers.
Your Speaking Slot
- $475 per 10-minute stage slot
- Speak on a large, professional theater stage
- Purchase multiple slots (up to 3) if you want:
- A longer talk (20–30 minutes)
- Separate segments
- Outfit changes or different topics
- Receive:
- Raw recordings
- Fully edited professional video, including your own logo branding (multiple camera angles), delivered within 2 weeks by John Chen
- Professional stage portrait photos by Adam Bacher if you come on rehearsal day
Who This Is For
- New speakers who want their first polished stage video
- Experienced speakers who need updated keynote footage
- Speakers building or refreshing:
- Speaker reels
- Website videos
- Pitch assets
Bonus Coaching Support (Optional, Highly Encouraged)
Your registration includes access to two types of bonus coaching support to help you get the most from this opportunity.
Master Class Series (Optional)
Led by Rebecca Murray and Brooklyn Dicent
- Kickoff Masterclass (Virtual)
Saturday, February 21 — Videoconference
Focus: mindset, preparation, and how to maximize this opportunity
- In-Person Coaching Workshop #1
Saturday, March 7 — Seattle area (location TBD)
Focus: stage craft
- In-Person Coaching Workshop #2
Saturday, March 21 — Seattle area (location TBD)
Focus: coaching and feedback on stage craft
Individual Coaching (Optional)
Speakers who opt in will be matched with an individual coach for focused, personalized support.
- Coaching sessions are arranged directly between the speaker and coach
- Scheduling and format are coordinated independently
- Focus areas may include:
- Message clarity
- Content refinement
- Delivery and stage presence
Available Individual Coaches
- John Chen
- Bryan Rutberg
- Don Crawley
- Brooklyn Dicent
- Bruce Scheer
- Julie Pham
- Ron Rael
- Greg Bennick
Participation is optional, but strongly encouraged to help you sharpen your content and deliver your best performance on stage.
Dress Rehearsal (Optional, Highly Encouraged)
Friday, April 3rd — Seattle Pacific University, E.E. Bach Theater @ McKinley Hall
Get comfortable on the actual stage before the event.
Benefits of attending:
- Walk the stage and test your presence
- Get familiar with lighting, sound, and spacing
- Reduce nerves and sharpen delivery
Bonus:
Speakers and coaches who attend will receive professional stage portrait photos, captured by Adam Bacher.
This is one of the simplest ways to elevate both your performance and your marketing assets.
Event Design & Environment
- No judging or scoring
- No public critique
- No Talkadot or audience tech
- In-person only (no Zoom or livestream)
- Supportive, speaker-first environment
Audience & Community
- Primary audience: fellow speakers
- Speakers are encouraged to stay and support one another
- Invite family and friends to be in the audience
- While we’ll market through partner organizations, this works best when we support each other
Registration Notes
- 25 total speaker slots
- Speakers may reserve multiple slots
- Registration is first come, first served
- Full payment required to hold your slot(s)
Ready to Register?
Choose the number of 10-minute slots you want (up to 3) and secure your place on stage.
If you’re serious about building or upgrading your speaking business, this is one of the highest-value opportunities available.
Register early. It will sell out!