Free Speakers Phoenix 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.
Vice President, Ginny Richardson Public Relations
Andy Richardson is a veteran public relations and digital marketing expert who works with a wide variety of industries including, not-for-profit, healthcare, cultural arts, military, hospitality, retail, and entertainment. He has won multiple public relations industry awards including Chicago’s top PR honor – the Golden Trumpet Award from the Publicity Club of Chicago (PCC). He
Asst. Communications Director for Customer Outreach, Arizona Motor Vehicle Division (ADOT)
Doug Nick is the Assistant Communications Director for Customer Outreach for the Arizona Department of Transportation. This means he has the pleasure of talking with groups like ours about the customer service improvements being made by the Motor Vehicle Division. Doug joined ADOT in 2016, but has worked for the State of Arizona in similar
Faith Community Coordinator, Arizona Faith Network
Maha Shuru Vasu Bandhu serves as the Faith Community Coordinator for the Arizona Faith Network, assisting in the development, coordination and implementation of interfaith programmes. He assists in efforts to protect the environment through interfaith collaboration. He serves the Buddhist community as Maha Shuru in the Dhammapada Sangha, (Zen Buddhism), assisting in the practice and
En-ROADS Climate Ambassador and Volunteer, Citizens' Climate Lobby
Gretchen is an engaged citizen, passionate about creating safe spaces for needed public conversations, supporting collaborative action, and bridging divides between diverse communities. She is bilingual in Spanish, studied at Drew University’s United Nations semester, and has degrees in Politics and Conflict Analysis & Resolution. She has experience as a trainer, teacher and small business
Founder, The Winners Mindset
I am a third generation Phoenician, graduate of Northern Arizona University, married with 2 successful daughters and blessed with 3 grandchildren! I worked as a financial advisor for over 30 years managing money providing financial planning services and Wealth Management strategies serving clients both institutional as well as individuals. In addition, I worked as the
CEO and Board Chair, 100Pedals, Inc.
Dave Cooke is a man on a mission. Families are being decimated as substance abuse and addiction continue to proliferate into our communities. As the father with a son who has battled a heroin addiction for nearly ten years, Dave Cooke knows all too well the painful experiences of being a parent in the midst
People Coach, Career Blindspot
Juan Kingsbury knows that people's workplace blindspots are an untapped opportunity for growth. He combines an understanding of human nuance with a focus on workplace results to help leaders create intentional outcomes. In 2007, Juan developed his expertise in behavioral science at TTI Success Insights, training global coaches and consultants in communication, team building, coaching,
Entrepreneur / Scaling Up Coach, Transcend Growth Parnters
Corwin Smith is the founder and President of Transcend Growth Partners. Corwin specializes in working with Entrepreneurs and CEOs focused on high growth through the implementation of Gazelles Strategic Framework and Executive Coaching. Also, Corwin is one of only 220 Certified Gazelle's Coaches worldwide, an elite group of business coaches. Corwin provides support and expertise
Agent, American Family Insurance
Paul Gebhard is an insurance advisor for American Family, who partners with families and business owners to protect their asset portfolios as well as their valuable resources. With 20 years of community driven focus, Paul knows how important piece of mind is for his clients and associates. It’s not mastering the marketing flavor of the
Self-Defense Instructor, Kubotan Time
Instructor Jui L. Chiu, is a Former Army Specialist, and CPS Investigator. He specializes in three types of martial arts (Kung-Fu, Shuri-Ryu & Shotokan Karate). Mr. Chiu is a Certified Private Investigator in the State of Arizona.
President, True North Consultants, a Division of Insurance Writer, LLC
Nancy Germond’s over three decades of risk management experience give her unique insights and abilities into our business world. She is the author of "Workers's Compensation in Two Hours: The Business Owner's Guide to an Exceptional Workers' Compensation Program." An accomplished risk and claims manager, Nancy authored scores of risk-management related articles, White Papers and
Chiropractic Physician and Acupuncturist, Accurate Care Pain Relief Center
Dr. Grgula has been a Chiropractic Physician and Acupuncturist since 1995. She hosted her own radio talk show for 5 years in Sedona, Arizona. Her (spirited) show, "Raising Your Quality Of Life With Dr. Leisa-Mare Grgula”, focused on trending health issues with a thrust on alternative, non-invasive methods. She has frequently been a guest on
School Counselor, Coach, and Mentor, CTTheMotivator
Cornelius Turner is a dedicated school counselor, coach, and mentor with a passion for helping others reach their full potential. In his role as a school counselor, Cornelius supports students from diverse backgrounds as they navigate challenges and work toward earning their high school diplomas, preparing them for the next stage of life — whether
Maxwell Leadership Performance Coach, Maxwell Leadership
Joel uses humor, insight, passion, candor and relevant, up-to-date examples to help your audience identify and tackle the obstacles that keep them from performing at their best. Joel draws from his own success and failures in startups and Fortune 50 corporations as well as from relevant examples from your industry to deliver an authentic, highly
Founder & Chariman of the Board, Thunderbird Field II Veterans Memorial, Inc.
Steve is Founder and Chairman of the Board of the Thunderbird Field II Veterans Memorial Inc.(TB2), a 501(C) (3) non-profit company whose mission is to commemorate the rich history of the Scottsdale airport, honor all veterans; provide scholarships to Arizona students interested in aviation careers and support Dogs4Vets, a non-profit dedicated to enabling disabled Veterans
Author, Dark Victory Press
Brad Graber is an award-winning author of contemporary fiction. His debut novel The Intersect is set in Phoenix and explores hot-button issues of immigration, elder abuse, and teen homelessness. His second novel After the Fall is a family drama of love, loss, and forgiveness. Brad writes a weekly blog: There I Said it! His third
Home Organizer, Speaker, Author, Empowered Living Strategies
Selina Schuh is a Relationship Facilitator, Certified KonMari® Consultant and owner of Empowered Living Strategies. For over 25 years she worked in education, collaborating with students of all ages. Today, Selina helps clients to remove energetic blocks in their lives. Aside from supporting clients in their personal relationships, Selina also walks them through the process
Founder & President, Strategy Financial Group
Calvin Goetz is a financial advisor who has dedicated nearly 20 years to helping retirees and pre-retirees attain their financial, retirement and estate planning goals. In 2010, he founded Strategy Financial Group headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, and assists clients throughout Arizona and the U.S. Calvin works to help families and individuals develop personalized financial plans
The Dream Leader for Business™, Emerald Harvest Consuling LLC
Known by thousands of excited and often exhausted executives and entrepreneurs as The Dream Leader for Business™, Loretta Love Huff helps people and teams EXCEED their dreams! An award-winning marketing strategist, business coach and professional speaker, Loretta trains and mentors business owners and sales professionals in closing more sales, landing bigger clients and effectively leading
President, Interlock Energy
Heather Jackson is the president of Interlock Energy, a team of scientists, engineers, project managers, and hands-on builders and makers who support climate tech startups in prototyping, scale-up, and deployment of critical energy and energy efficiency technologies. Heather’s startup leadership experience spans across medical technology, advanced manufacturing, and fusion energy. Additionally, in the electric utility
State Director, Arizonans for Community Choice
Shelly Gordon-Gray has a 40+-year volunteer career, from fundraising for NGOs to serving as a volunteer mediator to tutoring young students in reading. She has run her own medical marketing and PR firm for 20+ years, was named one of Silicon Valley’s Women of Influence, served on the Human Relations Commission for the city of
Teacher, Mountain Ridge High School
Debbie Moore worked in industry before coming into teaching, but her late entry into teaching did not keep her from amassing an astounding list of accomplishments. She is currently a teacher on assignment at Mountain Ridge High School. She teaches marketing and the CTE Internship class. She then works with the administrative team in the
Author, Answering Loss
Leta Goldberg is the author of Answering Loss and invaluable companion for anyone who is experiencing the loss of a loved one. Having lost her own son she speaks from genuine compassion for others. Leta holds a B A in English Literature and an MA in Theology. Her book is uniquely not about “moving on”
Owner, Mastery of Self
Michael Pelaez is an author, blogger, and life coach. He has extensive experience working with clients to help ease the tensions of life. He has worked with mental health practitioners to help people get healthy and get back to living an independent life. As a former program director at a substance abuse facility, he has
President, Retirement Insurance Specialists
Justin Bro is the President of Retirement Insurance Specialists (RIS) in Chandler, Arizona. RIS is a life and health insurance brokerage focused on Medicare programs that has been serving Arizona residents since 2010. Mr. Bro has been presenting since 2011 offering his insights on the ever changing Medicare and health insurance marketplace. He has provided
Exec. Vice President, Thunderbird Field II Veterans Memorial
Gunnar Buzzard is the President and CEO of Systems Integration Plus, Inc., headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona. SIP is an engineering and technology company that designs rugged computer, radar and electronic systems for the defense, aerospace and heavy industrial markets. Prior to founding SIP, Inc. Gunnar was both a Naval Aviator (active duty) and Air Force
CEO and Owner, Results Only Fitness
Bobby Kelly has over 25 years’ experience and is a veteran of the fitness industry. As a highly sought after strength, speed, & conditioning coach, personal trainer, motivational speaker and consultant, Bobby takes his role as a ‘catalyst coach’ very seriously. His goal is to ignite a change in people’s perspective on life, health and
Business Coach, S.M.A.R.T. Women Inc.
Saloua Ibaline is a Certified Life & Business Coach, a Public Speaker and Author. She is the Founder of “S.M.A.R.T. Women, INC.” A women empowerment organization designed to educate, empower and inspire women that there is more than one avenue to success. In conjunction with S.M.A.R.T. Women Inc. Saloua has embarked on a journey entitled
Principal Consultant, HR Law Works, LLC
Lorie is an employment lawyer that has served as in-house counsel and external advisor to a variety of companies crossing multiple industries and multiple locations. In addition, she has led human resources departments. She began her career in Silicon Valley, California and moved to Arizona in 2006. She has recently established her own HR and
Certified Professional Resume Writer, Licensed Career Coach, A+ Resumes & Career Coaching, LLC
Martha Rockwell, owner of A+ Résumés & Career Coaching LLC, is a professional career coach with extensive experience in developing personal career strategies that bring results. She writes resumes, cover letters and LinkedIn profiles that meet the standards of the current business environment. She also coaches in the areas of career assessment, networking, interviewing, time
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