Free Speakers DFW 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.
Business Coach, ActionCOACH
Sean is originally from San Antonio and a graduate of MIT. He worked at Raytheon Company in design, manufacturing, supply chain, and project management, and graduated from a 2-year Leadership Development Program. Sean is a four-time small business owner, a certified business coach, and is part of an ActionCOACH network of 1400 coaches in 81
Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering, UT Dallas
Kianoosh Yousefi is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Texas at Dallas. He received his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Delaware in 2020. Prior to joining UT Dallas, he was an Associate Research Scientist at Columbia University. Dr. Yousefi's research is focused on fundamental turbulence,
Certified Health Coach and CEO, Back To Health 4 Life!
Nancy Michlin and her husband, Dr. Chris Michlin own and operate Back To Health Family Chiropractic. While Nancy enjoys her position as CEO of the clinic, her passion is coaching and educating patients on health and wellness. Nancy thought she was living a healthy lifestyle. It was when she was diagnosed with breast cancer in
Registered Dietitian & Founder, Eat Pray Lift Nutrition Coaching
Since 2009, Lindsey Ray has been helping busy, overwhelmed men and women manage their weight with realistic strategies, zero restriction and absolutely no guilt through her signature 80/20 approach and behavior change counseling. In addition to celebrating her clients' transformative successes, one of Lindsey's favorite missions is proving anyone who thinks dietitians are the "food
Director of Development, Longhorn Council, Scouting America
Dan Busby holds a BA in Art and Business from Muskingum University and has dedicated over 30 years to youth development through Scouting America (formerly Boy Scouts of America). Currently, Dan serves as Director of Development and Marketing for Scouting America’s Longhorn Council in Fort Worth, TX, with a primary responsibility of raising $4M of
Founder, Wichmann & Co.
Cecilia Wichmann is a dynamic entrepreneur and speaker known for her courage, connection, and powerful storytelling. As the founder of Wichmann & Co, she transforms bold ideas into thriving ventures while inspiring others to do the same. A two-time cardiac arrest survivor, Cecilia shares her incredible journey of resilience in her keynote From Flatline to
Sr. Director and Lecturer, Crow Museum of Asian Art at UTD
As Senior Director, Amy has expanded the museum’s global footprint, leading its growth into the fourth-largest Asian art museum in the country. She has played a key role in a 60,000-square-foot expansion, scheduled to open in 2024, positioning the museum as a cultural center for both UTD and the Dallas community. Under her leadership, the
Principal Officer & Founder, Wanserski & Associates
Jim is a long-time business “guy” who has worked in a number of industries, from telecommunications, high-technology, consulting, financial services, even not-for-profit. During his work life thus far, he also had to become a “fraud-buster.” He has uncovered and dealt with fraud over a dozen times, resulting in more than $350 million in recoveries, refunds,
Real Estate Broker, Agent Mentor & Former ER Nurse, Gulch Homes
Andrey Gulchuk is a real estate broker, agent mentor, and former ER nurse based in Celina, Texas. He has eight years of real estate experience, more than 130 homes sold, and over $60 million in sales across Texas and Washington. Before entering real estate, Andrey worked in emergency nursing, where clear communication, sound judgment, and
Fitness Coach, Nutrition Expert, and Founder, LifeChangInc
Ukay Ekong is a results-oriented fitness coach, nutrition expert, and business leader who specializes in helping high-performing individuals transform their health and lifestyle through sustainable systems. As the founder of LifeChangInc and Black Gold Salon Suites, Ukay combines evidence-based strength training, tailored nutrition protocols, and mindset coaching to help clients—particularly women aged 25–45—achieve measurable, lasting
Life Design Coach and Founder, Render Framework
Swetha Sandadi is a speaker and coach whose work explores how we make sense of our lives, navigate change and shape what comes next. With 15+ years of experience across product design, strategy and enterprise transformation, she brings a design-led perspective to human development. Her approach draws on life design, philosophy, positive psychology, coaching and
President, MM Solar Advisory
Michael Martin has a long-standing passion for renewable energy. This is his calling to high-impact, purpose-driven work. After 25 years doing cool and valuable B2B stuff in the information technology sector, Michael began his solar career in 2010 as founder/EVP of utility solar company Principal Solar, where he developed approximately 280 megawatts of projects valued
Consultant, Kemp-Solutions
Affectionately known as First Name “Ms.” Middle Name “Period” Last Name “Gray,” she is a proud U.S. Army veteran who served during Desert Storm and Desert Shield. With over a decade of experience in higher education and currently serving as the Director of the Military and Veteran Center, Ms. Gray leads transformative initiatives that support
Transformational Coach | Public Speaker | DTM, ARC Development LLC
Jeffery Mercier, DTM, is a speaker, men's coach, and author. He's the founder of ARC Development and the creator of King of Failure, the brand built on one thesis: we are not our failures, but they show us who we're called to be. Under that banner he speaks, coaches, and builds programs for men who
Award-Winning Sportswriter, Novelist, Professor & Former College Football Coach
Dr. Marjorie Herrera Lewis is an award-winning sportswriter, novelist, professor, and former college football coach. She was the first female journalist assigned to the Dallas Cowboys beat with the Fort Worth Star-Telegram in the 1980s and later wrote for The Dallas Morning News. Her debut novel, When the Men Were Gone, received multiple literary honors
Advocate, Citizens Climate Education
Larry Howe is a retired electrical engineering manager with the majority of his career spent in the telecom industry. Since taking the opportunity to retire early in 2011, he has been pursuing volunteer advocacy in renewable energy and bipartisan climate solutions. In 2012 along with other Live Green in Plano volunteers, he co-founded Plano Solar
Director, RSVP Program, The Senior Source
Gretchen Feinhals has worked at The Senior Source for the past 29 years. She was the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Volunteer Coordinator and the Director of the Senior Companion Program before becoming the RSVP Program Director in 2016. She is a Past President of the Dallas Area Gerontological Society and the Texas Senior Corps Association. She
Associate Professor and Fellow, Venise Stuart Professorship in Nonprofit Management and Leadership, UT Dallas
Elizabeth is the Venise Stuart Endowed Chair of Nonprofit Management & Leadership and an Associate Professor at UT Dallas. She’s also an Adjunct Research Professor at Carleton University in Ottawa, Canada. Elizabeth studies how nonprofit and other social economy organizations become more resilient. This normally involves financial management, data-driven analysis, and the local community. In
Mindset Coach, Survivor, Hope Dealer, Reset To Rise, LLC
Melonie James is not just a speaker - she's a force of transformation. As the founder of Reset to Rise, LLC, Melonie has dedicated her life to helping others rise from adversity, shift their mindset, and walk boldly into their God-given purpose. Her voice is fueled by raw, lived experience. From surviving homelessness to enduring
Chief Lifesaving Officer and Founder, Any Day CPR Training, LLC
Denise Castille is a best-selling author, speaker, and heart attack survivor who has transformed her life-altering experience into a mission to equip and empower others. As the Chief Lifesaving Officer and founder of Any Day CPR Training, LLC, Denise leads a mobile training company that provides CPR and first aid certification to schools, businesses, and
Trainer & Coach, Schilling Sales and Marketing, Inc.
Imagine attending a presentation where you leave feeling inspired, energized, and equipped to achieve your dreams. That’s exactly what you’ll experience with Scott Schilling, The Authentic Connector. With over 40 years of experience in coaching, sales, marketing, and training, Scott brings insights designed to help you grow, succeed, and thrive. Scott has positively impacted hundreds
Substance Use Disorder Education/Trainer, North Texas Behavioral Health Authority
Josh Munkeby has a Masters in Counseling and served as a family counselor for more than 10 years at Youth Advocate Programs, Inc (YAP, Inc.) He was also the Program Director for the Advocacy Program at YAP, Inc. working with high-risk youth in the Juvenile Justice System and their families. Currently, Josh is a certified
Performance Coach | Former D1 Athlete & ICU Nurse., CxD Performance, LLC
Discipline Isn't Birthed. It's Built. CJ Cleveland built his discipline in two places most people only see from the outside: a Division I football field and a hospital's ICU. At Louisiana Tech, he arrived unranked, no scholarship, no guarantees. While camp broke other guys down, CJ stayed locked in one period at a time until
Business, Executive & Performance Coach, Practice To Business
Steve Hendon, PCC, is a leadership and performance coach, speaker, and creator of the Signature Skills Development Model™. He helps leaders and organizations move beyond surface-level skill development to achieve consistent, high-level performance, especially under pressure. Steve’s work integrates strengths, emotional intelligence, mindset, and well-being to help people understand what truly sets them apart and
Financial Advisor, Edward Jones
Reflecting on my past as a young kid, I felt as if my career decision was set before I even knew it. Growing up around a family invested in the business, I found myself learning more about the market and importance of the Edward Jones culture than the average person may experience in a lifetime.
Founder, Joshua Hart Consulting
Josh Hart is a conflict-management expert, communication strategist, and motivational speaker who helps leaders navigate tough conversations with confidence. With nearly 20 years of experience in employee relations, crisis communication, and organizational culture, Josh blends real-world insights with relatable stories to give audiences practical tools that improve communication immediately. He has advised nonprofits, small businesses,
Founder & Executive Director, Vera Aqua Vera Vita
Armed with a degree in Environmental and Natural Resources Engineering from Purdue University and nearly 13 years of engineering experience, Jacob, a professional engineer, specializing in water resources has chosen to use his engineering expertise to make a tangible impact on the world. The nonprofit, Vera Aqua Vera Vita, which he founded in 2017, aims
Rapid Transformational Therapy Coach, NinoFit
Nino is a Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT) expert on anxiety and PTS. Her RTT and coaching clients include teens, CEO’s, veterans, moms, athletes, royalty and other therapists worldwide. Nino has lived in Tbilisi, Dallas and Abu Dhabi throughout her interesting life. She is certified in RTT, Clinical Hypnosis, as a Life Coach; licensed facilitator with
Partner, ECP Ventures
Cliff’s started his career as a CPA and his expertise spans Mergers & Acquisitions, Industry Rollups, Turnarounds, Financial & Operational Management and SEC Reporting. He has successfully led transactions from both the buy and sell sides, including an IPO. His career highlights include providing financial direction for the world’s largest open heart surgery company (50,000
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