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The Hidden Value Driver: How Business Credit Builds Company Worth
Mark Knaack, Business Development Director, Guardian Chamber
TOPIC CATEGORY: Business
Request This Free SpeechMost business owners think of credit only as a way to borrow money, but the truth is, strong business credit is a hidden driver of company value. When banks, investors, and even potential buyers look at your business, they’re not just reviewing your financial statements — they’re evaluating your ability to access and manage capital without leaning on personal guarantees. MORE >
A business with established credit is seen as more fundable, less risky, and ultimately more valuable. At Guardian Chamber, we show owners how building credit isn’t just about getting loans — it’s about creating leverage, increasing valuation, and giving you more control over your company’s growth and future. -
Early Childhood Literacy Will Save A Child from a Later Life of Poverty and Crime
Richard Rosen, Rotarian and Literacy Chair, Rotary District 6440
TOPIC CATEGORY: Educational
Request This Free SpeechThere is a clear cause to effect relationship between literacy versus crime and poverty. No matter what income level those who can read at 4th grade reading levels upon entering 5th grade, over 90% will graduate high school, many go onto college and end up as productive members in our community. On the other hand statistics show that 2/3 of those who cannot read at 4th grade levels will end up in poverty and/or crime. MORE >
This presentation focuses on lower income families located within many of our communities. With program ideas, this presentation will show how you can directly make a difference and impact these households who lack books and to parents who lack the know how to teach their child essential literacy skills before entering kindergarten. -
Stories that Connect: Building Empathy Through Personal Narrative
Leilani Garrett, Principal Storyteller / Founder, Be More Human
TOPIC CATEGORY: Business
Request This Free SpeechIn this 90-minute interactive experience, Leilani guides participants through the process of writing and sharing their personal stories. The result? Deeper trust, increased empathy, and real connection between colleagues who usually only talk in metrics. Ideal for leadership retreats, ERG activations, or culture-building experiences, this workshop makes space for brave reflection and meaningful dialogue—and leaves teams more human than they were before. MORE >
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Building Collective Success: Empathy. Storytelling. & Change.
Leilani Garrett, Principal Storyteller / Founder, Be More Human
TOPIC CATEGORY: Business
Request This Free SpeechIn a time when workplace connection is at an all-time low and culture-building feels more buzzword than blueprint, Leilani offers something different: a keynote that makes people feel—and think. Her signature talk, Building Collective Success: Empathy. Storytelling. & Change, challenges audiences to rethink the way we define leadership, performance, and culture. MORE >
Through personal narrative, pop culture references, humor, and hard data, Leilani shows how story-driven empathy isn't just a “nice-to-have”—it’s a business imperative. Expect aha moments, audience participation, and a masterclass in communication that sticks long after the standing ovation. -
Connecting People and Purpose: Rethinking Employee Engagement
Anthony Bolden and Charles Cammack, Co-founders, BridgeWork LLC
TOPIC CATEGORY: Business
Request This Free SpeechWhat if employee engagement isn’t about perks or productivity but about authentic investment? In this interactive session, we walk through the BridgeWork Framework to explore how people-centered workplaces are built when employees feel seen, supported, and connected to purpose. Participants will reflect on what they carry into the workplace, both personally and professionally, and how that shapes their contributions. Together, we’ll examine what it means to invest in work at a shallow or deep level and offer practical tools for building cultures where people thrive. Whether you’re leading a team or just finding your footing, this talk offers a fresh path forward that connects who we are with how we work. MORE >
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Meditation Is Your Superpower
Moses Akhom, Meditation Instructor, THE ULTIMATE YOU
TOPIC CATEGORY: Health & Fitness
Request This Free SpeechMeditation Is Your Superpower is a transformative motivational speech that reveals how stillness can unlock strength, clarity, and resilience in a chaotic world. Blending personal insight with accessible science, this talk shows how meditation isn’t just a practice—it’s a powerful tool for emotional control, mental focus, and inner peace. Audiences will discover how just a few minutes a day can lead to greater confidence, reduced stress, and a deeper connection to purpose. This speech invites listeners to tap into their true potential by turning inward and awakening their superpower: a calm, focused mind. MORE >
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The Power of the Mind
Moses Akhom, Meditation Instructor, THE ULTIMATE YOU
TOPIC CATEGORY: Motivational
Request This Free SpeechThe Power of the Mind is an inspiring motivational speech that explores the incredible potential of human thought, belief, and focus. Through real-life stories and science-backed insights, this talk demonstrates how mindset shapes reality, influences success, and overcomes adversity. Audiences will leave empowered with practical tools to re-frame challenges, break limiting beliefs, and harness the mind’s full capacity to create meaningful change in their lives. This speech is a call to unlock the greatest asset we all possess — the untapped power within our own minds. MORE >
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Generation Z (Zoomers) in the Workplace
Mary Erlain, President, Peak Development Strategies
TOPIC CATEGORY: Business
Request This Free SpeechThe workplace has undergone a profound transformation in recent years, driven by two seismic shifts: the pandemic and the generational turnover in the workforce. MORE >
Time has seemed to fly by, bringing with it a wave of change that many of us barely registered. A new generation has quietly entered the workplace, but have we truly acknowledged their arrival?For many, the answer is no—and for a good reason. Gen Z stepped into their professional roles during a time of unprecedented disruption. Remote work and virtual meetings on platforms like Zoom replaced traditional onboarding experiences, making their entry less noticeable but no less impactful.
Their influence on organizations has been significant, though often misunderstood. This book, The Zoomers: Our Next Generational Wave in the Workplace, aims to change that. It offers an insightful and constructive perspective on Gen Z, challenging stereotypes and providing a deeper understanding of their values, behaviors, and expectations.
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Empowering the Multi-Generational Workforce
Mary Erlain, President, Peak Development Strategies
TOPIC CATEGORY: Business
Request This Free SpeechMuch has changed since 2020, and our workforce has undergone a dramatic shift. One entire generation has retired, while another has entered in greater numbers, reshaping the dynamics of our workplaces. MORE >
We work in a diverse environment where embracing differences can drive business growth—if organizations empower their workforce to leverage their unique gifts and values. The real challenge lies in finding effective ways to do just that: fostering inclusion and enabling employees to thrive.Explore strategies to bridge generational gaps among staff and recognize how, often unintentionally, we might be contributing to the problem rather than being part of the solution.