Free Speakers Chicago is a pro bono speakers bureau. Every speaker on this page presents at no cost, with no fees, no honorarium and no mileage. Browse the full roster below, or jump to a category, and request a guest speaker for your next meeting, workshop or community event.
President, Big Wave Advisors
David Nielsen is founder and President of Big Wave Advisors Inc. A visionary, an innovator and a gifted conceptual thinker, he has over 30 years experience as a money manager, trader and now financial coach to individuals and businesses alike. David has written articles for numerous publications and is author of Big Wave Flash Reports
President, FitGolf Performance Center
Betsy did her undergraduate work at Indiana University and received her BS and MS in Physical Therapy from Washington University School of Medicine. She was a senior physical therapist and spine specialist at the Chicago Institute of Neurosurgery and Neuroresearch from 1990 to 1999. In 1993 she developed the "Back in the Swing"℠ golf injury
President & Founder, Gizmo Creative Factory, Inc.
Lisa Ghisolf has spoken to audiences from 5 to 500. Topics range from the design thinking, branding, freelancing and various WordPress topics. She owns the design studio, Gizmo Creative Factory, with 20+ years experience in print and digital design for Allstate Insurance, Merck Pharmaceuticals, ThoughtWorks and others.
Founder, Aingilin
Eileen Timmins, Ph.D. has a story of healing through the power of love and forgiveness. Sharing this story your energy will shift by growing and inspiring the passion within YOU by living the TRUE YOU! Expertise in empowering you to live an inspiring passionate TRUE LIFE. Ultimately discover and understand why you are here, and
President, Premier Insights, LLC.
I'm an author and own a consulting practice focused on mentoring CEOs of technology based start-ups where I help them demystify the "fuzzy front end" of their businesses with an emphasis on converting their innovations into profitable enterprises. I also created and teach people how to become entrepreneurs via a course sponsored by a local
Host and Producer of health Television, Outspokentvshows, AmericaNurse. com Wellness Education TV
Karon Gibson, RN , Certified Case Manager is the producer and Host of Outspoken with Karon RN TV shows on Ustreamtv.com and Cable television. She is the President of AmericaNurse a health care company. She is the co author of Nurses On Own, St Martin's Press and Avon. She is the recipient of many awards
Synergy Science
I have been in the health field for the past 40 years.The last 8 years have been focused on educating people about Hydrogen enriched "life changing water". My client list is made up of people from all walks of life and all income levels. I work with professional and weekend athletes. Most however are people
Author
Jim Proebstle’s first two novels have received outstanding reviews from readers and industry professionals. They have been recognized with awards from the Eric Hoffer Award, the Indie Book Award, and the International Book Award. He and his wife, Carole, live in Deer Park, IL and call northern Minnesota home for the summer months. Proebstle received
Clinic Director, Clarendon Chiropractic
Dr. Surrusco is a functional medicine doctor who completed his undergraduate studies at Bloomfield College in New Jersey. Majoring in premed, he received his Bachelor of Science Degree and his Doctorate Degree in Chiropractic from the National College of Chiropractic in Lombard, IL, now called the National University of Health Sciences. Dr. Surrusco was awarded
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
Attorney, Hoogendoorn & Talbot LLP
Attorney Laurence Kline has for over forty years concentrated his practice in the areas of estate planning, and estate and trust administration. He is a partner of the law firm of Hoogendoorn & Talbot LLP, a twenty-five lawyer firm with practice areas concentrating in the areas of Trusts & Estates, Litigation, Corporate and Real Estate.
Outreach Coordinator, Pillars Community Health
Pillars Community Health is a nonprofit provider of health and social services, with 11 locations in the western and southwestern suburbs of Chicago. We offer Medical, Dental, Mental Health and Addictions, Domestic and Sexual Violence, Head Start, Early Head Start, Child Care, Health/Prevention Education and Outreach, and Benefits Assistance.
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
Consultant, Gabby Rosely LLC
Gabby Rosely is an ex-college swimmer turned Communication Consultant who helps organizations bridge communication gaps to improve trust, collaboration, and performance across generations. As a Gen Z leader who managed Boomers through Gen Z at just 21, Gabby learned firsthand how generational miscommunication can derail even the most talented teams. After initially struggling to connect
Outreach Educator, Citizens Climate Lobby Education
For the last eight years Henry has been an Outreach Educator for Citizens Climate Lobby (CCL), a non-profit, non-partisan, volunteer organization. CCL’s mission is to empower citizens to take action with their Members of Congress for a solution to Climate Change. Henry works with our Congressmen locally and in D.C. to discuss their perspective on
Founder & Senior Consultant, ProPlanProject
Consultant Bio: Pamela Bozeman-Evans is an executive manager experienced in program development and evaluation, student services, equity and inclusion programs, operations efficiency, and volunteer management. She also has significant experience in change management strategies, recruiting and cultivating leadership, and in establishing institutional strategy that support business mission and values. Currently, Pamela Bozeman-Evans, M.P.A., is the
Finance Transformation Leader, Clever Fox, LLC
Diane is a finance transformation leader and ASQ certified Six Sigma professional with more than 12 years of experience leading process improvement initiatives for large corporations. She is an innovative, problem-solver that thrives in a fast-paced environment. As part of role as a transformation leader, she actively conducts client workshops and trainings. She enjoys public
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
Founder, LPL Registered Principal at Prosperifi
I have designed and implemented over 700 wealth plans for entrepreneurs, their families and their businesses. These clients have the ability to control their own income and are serious about the path they have chosen to reach happiness and satisfaction in all aspects of their lives. Alongside financial and investment planning, I believe that true
Author ● Speaker ● Trainer ● Coach, President, SSANEE Career Growth, Inc.
Are you seeking a speaker who can provide your audience with practical life strategies for your in-person, on-site, or virtual event? Reach out to Cassandra “D.I.V.A. of Dialog™” Lee! A Chicago native, career advancement strategist Cassandra Lee is passionate about helping professionals who feel stuck, stagnate, and struggling with their job performance, workplace satisfaction, and
Clinic Director, Higgins Sports & Spinal Rehab, SC
I have to admit I was a bit skeptical. As an undergraduate student I suffered a severe back injury while lifting weights and a series of three different doctors could offer me nothing more than drugs for temporary pain relief. Out of desperation I called a trusted friend for his advice. He recommended that I
Practice Leader, RISC Management and Consulting, LLC
Christopher Heuman CHP, CHSS, CSCS, CISSP is Practice Leader for RISC Management & Consulting, LLC Prior to consulting, Chris Heuman worked in healthcare organizations in an information systems and data security capacity for over 20 years. Chris held increasingly responsible positions in healthcare IT from systems and network administration to project management, infrastructure management and
Retired Teacher, Brother Rice High School
I am retired after 40 years of teaching math at Brother Rice H.S. in Chicago. I am author of a book detailing 62 shortcut methods dealing with addition, subtraction, fractions, squaring and multiplication. I have spoken in 16 states and Canada to various groups at over 130 math conferences, schools and libraries. Mental math is
Music Label Manager, MEGAO Inc.
Valeria Gershanova is a creative entrepreneur, music label founder, author, and marketing strategist dedicated to helping creators transform their talent into sustainable income. As the founder of MEGAO Music, she has built a diverse portfolio of ventures spanning music, publishing, digital products, and media. Valeria’s work is rooted in the belief that talent requires a
Child Care Benefits Expert / Working Mother / Television Personality, MomSub
Diane Moca is CEO of MomSub, which reduces the cost, hassle and stress of finding, arranging and managing child care. MomSub improves productivity, retention and recruitment for business by bringing child care benefits to the workplace through its premium corporate program. MomSub matches a working parent to a specific provider who offers child care when,
Executive Coach | Leadership Consultant | Speaker | Author, Breaking Through Consulting & Coaching
Clara Lucia Jaramillo-Carrier, M.A., PCC, is an executive and leadership coach, consultant, speaker, author, and founder of Breaking Through Consulting & Coaching. Her work explores the human being underneath leadership—and what happens to the way we think, communicate, and lead when pressure takes over. Clara Lucia believes we have become dangerously disconnected from our own
Co-Founder, Clover Lane Partners, LLC
Tim Reynolds is a Co-Founder of Clover Lane Partners, a management consulting firm that helps companies, organizations and individuals develop and improve skills that leaders need to thrive. Before starting Clover Lane Partners, Tim spent over twenty years as the Chief People Officer and General Counsel for Highland Ventures, Ltd., a diversified holding company that
Activist, Pachamama Alliance: Chicagoland Co-Hearts
I am a retired science teacher from Thornridge H.S. I have been involved with bringing information about climate change to my local communities since being trained in 2017 as a Climate Reality Project leader. I have presented at Thornridge H.S., Mothe McCauley H.S., Stagg H.S., Moraine Valley CC and Joliet Junior College, Sauk Calumet Sierra
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
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
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