Stop Getting Rejected from Speaker Proposals

Organizers of industry events often prefer speakers who are current "practitioners" of the conference theme (HR, Finance, Marketing, Sales, etc.) and hold the job function of that department. Speakers who are consultants, coaches, and advisors get overlooked for speaking opportunities, even if they've previously held those roles, because event organizers are afraid they'll be too promotional or sales-y on stage. It's simply not true. Innovation Women members, in particular, have such valuable advice, insights, expertise, and personality to bring to the stage, if only they knew how to combat these forces at play. In this presentation, you will learn: - How to brand your speaker media kit differently - Strategic partnership ideas to get more "at bats" - Leaning into proprietary research opportunities to get you on stage - The importance of being a connector