Free Speakers DFW is a pro bono speakers bureau. Every presentation on this page is free to book, with no fees, no honorarium and no mileage. Browse the topics below and request a guest speaker for your next meeting, workshop or community event.
Business has always compelled us to continuously improve, as evidenced by the digital world in which we now all live. In the power sector (eg electricity) we have been slow to evolve yet now the transition to clean power - like wind, solar, batteries, geothermal - is well underway and is regarded as inevitable now. The good news is that
The mind operates by an unchanging set of rules. Understanding and applying them is the difference between success and failure in teamwork, personal life and professionally. Learn how to effectively engage your mind for success.
Have you ever stopped to wonder about the importance of water? I mean seriously, it is all around us, and aside from Oxygen, it is the single most important natural resource we have! All of organic life in one way or another depends on water for life. Learn more about how and what Vera Aqua Vera Vita, a nonprofit NGO,
If you want to learn how to create your DREAM business, this is the workshop for you. You'll learn how to work ON your business instead of IN your business, how to turn your marketing and advertising into an investment instead of an expense, how to leverage your time to maximize efficiency and profits, and how to recruit, motivate, educate,
In The Invisible Child, Karen Coleman reflects on her childhood in a family of seven and the loneliness she often felt amid a crowded household. Through this deep personal story, she invites audiences to see that leadership begins with confidence, communication, and the courage to speak up. Drawing on the powerful image of being the “invisible child,” Karen shows how
Foundations of Investing is an educational program for people who are either new to investing or need a refresher. Participants will learn: The importance of developing a strategy; The impact of asset allocation; The influence of inflation on your long-term goals.
Leaders often feel stuck in the cycle of reaction, leading to burnout, second-guessing, and a lack of clarity. This session introduces the ERA Clarity Framework, a simple, powerful model designed to help you regain focus and lead with unshakeable confidence. Learn how to Equip yourself with the right skills, create space to Reflect on what truly matters, and take intentional
During this strategy workshop, we’re going investigate the 5 Ws every business needs to know for maximizing sales. Who | What | Where | Why | When. Every business new or well established, small or large B2B or B2C, or in transition can increase their effectiveness in the client journey. This workshop will overcome the roadblocks experienced from misguided detours.
Marjorie tells stories of her experience as a Dallas Cowboys beat reporter, and what it was like as the first woman from any news entity to be assigned to cover the Cowboys beat during Tom Landry's last few years and the early years of Jerry and Jimmy.
Drawing from his own experience of recovering from depression, Skip offers hope and help from three of the life givers he leaned upon during his darkest days. These life givers continue to serve him well to this day. Skip can tailor talks from 15-60 minutes on this topic.
When everything feels urgent, thinking suffers—and mistakes increase. This session shows why constant pressure makes work harder and how small shifts in expectations, communication, and priorities lead to better decisions. Participants learn simple ways to reduce mental clutter, clarify what actually matters, and respond instead of react in high-pressure environments.
Those who have over come substance abuse of any kind have done so by changing just one thing… EVERYTHING. Understand what you can control and what you can’t control, learning to live life on life’s terms, being of service to others, implementing an attitude of gratitude, and leaning on your spirituality are all just a few areas needed to be
Discover how giving back can propel you forward! This presentation explores how involvement in philanthropy — whether through volunteering, fundraising, or advocacy — goes far beyond making a difference in the community. Students and young professionals will learn how philanthropic engagement builds valuable career skills like leadership, communication, and project management, while also expanding personal networks and opening unexpected doors
Sales force underperformance is rarely a training issue — it’s usually a leadership, structure, and accountability issue. In this high-impact keynote, Thomas R. Niesen equips CEOs with the tools to identify and eliminate the five hidden sales weaknesses quietly draining their revenue. From rethinking hiring practices to setting behavior-driven management standards, CEOs will walk away with a blueprint to build
Standing out costs something. Most people aren't willing to pay it. A Toyota Corolla is a great car. It's also not worth six figures, because they make millions of them, all the same way, off the same line. A Ferrari is worth what it's worth because of the opposite. More thought goes into every process. Every detail is intentional. Same
Learn about the Fentanyl crisis sweeping the country. Learn about the affects of fentanyl and how is it being marketed into the community. The training will end by covering overdose symptoms and how to use Narcan which contains Naloxone, a life saving substance that reverses opioid overdoses.
Feedback is one of the most powerful tools a leader has—yet it’s often avoided, delayed, or delivered in ways that create resistance instead of results. In this session, participants will learn how to turn tough conversations into opportunities for growth by giving feedback that is both clear and compassionate. Drawing on proven leadership and emotional intelligence principles, we’ll explore practical
Jim Wanserski has served in a number of professional, management, staff, consulting, and executive positions with public and private companies. From his early tenure in telecommunications and technology, to management consulting, executive roles, and even fraud-busting, the breadth of his experience is wide-ranging and of value for all levels of management, including not-for-profit entities. His recent roles include CFO, three
Culture is built in the everyday moments — the small conversations people think don’t matter. This session shows leaders how to turn those moments into intentional culture-shaping tools. Audience takeaways: How to diagnose cultural “leaks.”; The 3 conversations that define every team; How to reinforce culture without cheesy posters
The Titanic wasn’t destroyed by the iceberg. It was destroyed by overconfidence, ignored warnings, and poor planning. In this powerful business class, we unpack the leadership decisions that led to one of history’s most famous failures — and the striking parallels inside modern companies. You’ll discover how arrogance, lack of contingency planning, communication breakdowns, and failure to read early warning
Great leaders are great communicators—and that begins with owning your voice. In this empowering session, Denise draws on her experience as a Distinguished Toastmaster and longtime trainer to help participants conquer fear, organize thoughts, and communicate with confidence and clarity. Whether you're new to public speaking or looking to sharpen your influence, this talk delivers practical tools and a mindset
People need clear communication most when they feel uncertain. Drawing on his experience as an ER nurse and real estate broker, Andrey Gulchuk shares lessons about listening, explaining difficult information, and following through when decisions matter. Although the settings are very different, both taught him the importance of helping people feel heard without promising outcomes he cannot control. This presentation
The word “philanthropist” might make you think of monocles and Monopoly. But anyone can be a philanthropist – you just give away money! And though it may sound easy, doing it the right way can be confusing. How much should you care about efficiency? How does a nonprofit measure effectiveness? What control do you have over where your pennies (or
"The 11 Deadly FEARS…8 for Them and 3 for You!" is a crucial presentation that dives into the fears that can hinder success in sales and presentations. This session identifies 11 fears, with eight affecting prospects and customers, and three impacting the salesperson. By understanding these fears as conditioned responses, participants will learn to recognize and address them effectively. The
Every leader, parent, or community member eventually faces moments when the path forward is unclear. In this practical and encouraging talk, Raymond D. Kemp Sr. shares tools for staying grounded, thinking clearly, and leading with confidence when circumstances feel uncertain. Drawing from decades of high-pressure leadership in the U.S. Navy, he offers simple, actionable strategies anyone can use to reduce
We often associate powerful leadership with authority, control, and the ability to get people to do what we want. But some of the most effective leaders operate very differently. In this engaging presentation, Nancy McCulloch explores the difference between power and force and why the strongest leaders don't need to intimidate, micromanage, or control others to be influential. True leadership
In this data-backed session, Ukay challenges outdated ideas around dieting and exercise. He presents a realistic, empowering approach to female fat loss that prioritizes strength, sustainability, and sanity—without the extremes.
Getting started on the advocacy journey can look different for everyone. During this time, we will discuss ways to know you are on the right path, how to stay fueled and look at a variety of ways to get involved from the slow lane to the fast one.
The food system in America is designed to make you fat and sick. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Learn how to take control of your health by ditching big food companies and getting back to the basics of real food. This presentation provides science-backed guidelines to empower you to make better food choices, resulting in sustainable health
Most men don't lose their direction all at once. It happens slowly — through absent fathers, accumulated failures, and a life built on performance instead of purpose. Lost to Leader: Rebuilding Your Masculine Frame is a raw, direct look at how men lose the internal structure that makes them leaders — and the framework to rebuild it. Drawing from construction
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