Become a Speaker
Thank you for your interest in becoming a Free Speech speaker.
There is a one-time membership fee of $35, which covers administrative fees. This fee does not guarantee a certain number of talks. That’s up to the groups, but we do make every effort to give you exposure. When ten or so new speakers join Free Speech, we send out a “New to Free Speech” email newsletter to approximately 400+ groups. Hopefully, this gets you started with a bang.
We receive requests for the list of topics almost daily from group program chairpersons. After he or she has had a chance to review the list, the chairperson will request a speaker(s). If you’re chosen we e-mail you a form that lets you know your topic has been selected and provides the contact person’s name, phone number and email address. At that point, we step aside.
Within two days, you call the contact person. Go over the details, the date, the directions, etc. Be sure to exchange phone numbers. Frequently, the contact person will request a written bio about you. Send (fax/e-mail) this to him or her immediately. Many of these groups publish your information in their organization’s newsletter and/or send a press release to their local newspaper.
It is a firm policy of Free Speech that you call the group within two days. Even if you have to turn down the talk, please call within two days. You do not need to inform us whether you accepted or declined the request.
If you would like to become a Free Speech Speaker please fill out the application below.
Speaker TestimonialsI have given over 130 Free Speeches and enjoy the diversity of organizations requesting my programs and the favorable responses from the audience and program coordinators. I also enjoy when the audiences stay after my program and relate their stories that was stimulated by my “nostalgia” presentation. – Larry Bergnach, Founder, Reminiscing with Larry and Vision Builder Free Speech lets me reach people–and potential clients–that I otherwise wouldn’t be able to reach. I feel it also lets me share information that I think people will find valuable and helpful in their lives. – Kathleen Cantwell, Change for Better This services is valuable not only for giving speakers an opportunity to become more widely known, but also for the groups who invite us, who get a chance to hear speakers and topics that they otherwise would not have an opportunity to. – Sander Marcus, Ph.D., IIT Center for Research & Service Free Speech is a win-win. Civic groups and others often are looking for interesting speakers, and we’re always looking to tell people about our theatre. – Bill Hammack, Managing Dir., Theatre of Western Springs Free Speech has given me the opportunity to talk to a diverse range of groups. It also has resulted in some of the best testimonials that I’ve received from attendees. – Terry Bass, President, Chadons Resources Group As a new author, I have found Free Speech to be a very useful tool to get the word out about my two novels, Fatal Incident and In the Absence of Honor. – Jim Proebstle, Author Free Speech has been how I obtain “Paychecks of the Heart”. I always enjoy my free talks I give to people. They are always kind and receptive to my messages. Thanks, Free Speech for an amazing service to both your clients and your speakers! – Melissa Wittenborn, Author and Professional Speaker, MoMotivation Free Speech offers a unique platform for speakers and for professional / service groups offering a range of topics and speakers to its clients. They are clear with their expectations and make it easy for both parties to connect. Thank you! – Susan Fignar, President, Pur-sue Inc. Free Speech has given me the opportunity to educate groups on medical information and to show them where they can get more information on health, wellness, safety and beauty, dining and travel on our TV Show Outspoken with Karen on the cable network and on Ustreamtv.com – Karen Gibson, RN, CCM, CEO of AmericaNurse Wellness Education Easy to set up and you will get requests. – Christine Thomas, Certified Financial Planner, American Express Financial Advisors, Inc. Simply a great opportunity. – Dale Tippett, Broker Associate, Allied Realty Corporation |
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