Free Speakers Chicago is a pro bono speakers bureau. These Self-Improvement guest speakers present at no cost on trauma recovery, relationships, self-sabotage, personal brand, school safety, and more. Every presentation is free to book, with no fees, no honorarium and no mileage.
CEO and Co-Founder, Tad More Tailoring & Alterations
Sarene Alsharif is the CEO and Co-Founder of Tad More Tailoring & Alterations, a Certified B Corporation that is redefining what a tailoring business can be. Under her leadership, Tad More has grown beyond traditional alterations to become a nationally recognized example of how sustainability, workforce development, and business success can work together to create
Founder/President, R Hill Enterprises Inc
Robb is a licensed financial professional, founder of R Hill Enterprises, Inc., Has been conducting lectures for basic financial planning, has appeared on numerous media outlets across the nation, proud US ARMY veteran, earned a Bachelor’s of Science in Business Management, author of Ask the RIGHT Questions Get the Right ANSWERS for Sound Financial Retirement
USAF Veteran, former Sports Agent,Natural Bodybuilding Competitor, Stroke Survivor, Author
Brady Johnson is an Air Force Veteran; spending thirteen years in USAF/ANG serving his country. During a tour overseas, he survived a terrorist bombing in Saudi Arabia and was awarded the Air Force Achievement Medal. A medal that honored his achievements in restoring order, problem solving and achieving outstanding results.While serving his country, he opened
Mindset & Lifestyle Coach, Claudia Braun Holistic Lifestyle Coaching
Mindset & Lifestyle coach for professional women exhausted from over giving, obligation and guilt, creating a life based on more on who they think they should be instead of who they desire to be. Work with women to bring them back to fulfillment and inner peace, so they can flourish. Coaching women for 13 years,
Author, Educator, Life Coach, Speaker, Business Consultant, Andre Erving Global, LLC
Andre Erving is a highly respected Life Coach, accomplished Author, engaging Speaker, and dedicated Educator who has significantly impacted personal and professional development. With a wealth of knowledge and experience, Andre empowers individuals to unlock their full potential, set meaningful goals, and navigate life's challenges confidently and clearly. As a Life Coach, Andre provides personalized
Principal, JWillin Consulting, Ltd.
Jerilyn Willin is a leadership development consultant and career strategies coach with over 25 years experience in the field of performance and organizational development. Transitioning from a career as a psychotherapist, Jerilyn worked as an internal consultant for a decade before following the call of her entrepreneurial spirit and founded JWillin Consulting, Intl. She has
Professional Organizer, Arranged By Erin
After a successful sales career, I decided to follow my passion and started Arranged By Erin Professional Organizing. I have been organizing in Chicagoland for 11 years. I love to share my knowledge and speak about organizing.
Author & Speaker
Known for her discerning eye and dynamic and persuasive style, A current Head of HR for a Global Trading firm, former Management Consulting Partner and Director of Business Planning & Marketing for the largest Futures & Options Exchange in the U.S., Kimberly is also an accomplished public speaker and has created inspirational presentations and workshops
Entrepreneur, Musician, and Aspiring Evangelist, Live for Christ Ministries
Natoya Johnson is a mother, entrepreneur, musician, and an aspiring evangelist at Live for Christ Ministries. She hails from Chicago, IL, where she grew up with both of her parents and a host of siblings. Her father was a musician, her mother served as a teacher for several years, and some of her aunts were
President, The Speaker's Choice
With more than two decades of experience in communications coaching, sales, management, engineering, training, and consulting, Jeff Hornstein has worked directly with over 13,000 clients helping them achieve greater impact and influence by developing their leadership presence through powerful spoken business communication. Jeff works with clients one-on-one, in small and larger groups. Almost all engagements
Clinical Director / Executive Director, Counseling Speaks / In Her Shoes Foundation
Kasia Weresz has experience in working with children, adolescents, families and adults. Originally from Poland, Kasia has developed an appreciation for different cultures. She works to build a healing environment that helps facilitate personal growth and positive change. Kasia has extensive training and experience in crisis intervention, cognitive-behavioral therapy and positive psychology. Her areas of
Chaplain, Chaplain in Action
Chaplain Jay Kurtz received his B.A. at DePaul University, M.A. at Northeastern Illinois University, and Doctor of Ministry from Master’s International Graduate School of Divinity. He was a longtime visiting faculty member at DePaul University and current adjunct faculty at the City Colleges of Chicago. He has extensive experience teaching mediated communication techniques to a
Managing Director, Ludicrous Theatre Company
Suzanne received her Certified Administrative Professional (CAP) with Organizational Management specialization (OM) rating from the International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP) in November, 2008. She obtained re-certification of her credentials in early 2014. In 2014 she was named Managing Director for Ludicrous Theatre - Chicago, a non-profit theater arts organization that produces LGBTQ-friendly works.
Support Group Facilitator for "Chapters"
Myself, like everyone else, have been through many interesting but sometimes challenging life experiences. I've found the importance and therapeutic relief in sharing stories, learned lessons and knowledge to others who need to hear while understanding they are not alone. I regularly help support families through difficult situations by way of Support Groups and not
Owner, GuruNischan Unlimited
Gurunischan is a pleasure activist, mental health advocate, published author, and breath trainer with over 30 years in holistic health, experiential learning and trauma-informed, body-based transformation. After scaling a wellness business to almost a million in global sales, she used the crash of burnout and the sinister loss of her company as a catalyst to
