Podium Project Speaker Application

The Podium Project is an elite speaker accelerator designed to amplify women’s voices and elevate underrepresented leaders. We welcome applications from women, LGBTQIA+ speakers, and other underrepresented voices who are ready to step into visibility and grow their impact through professional speaking.

Don’t Miss Your Chance to Step Into the Spotlight
We’re accepting speakers as soon as they’re ready. Once the lineup is full, we’ll move to a waitlist. If you’re serious about building your speaking career, now is the time to apply. Don't wait for the deadline!

 

Applications Close October 31, 2025.

How It Works

  1. Apply: Submit your application to be considered today! Spots are limited and we will move to a waitlist once speakers have been selected. Applications close October 31.
  2. Selection: We will curate and select a diverse group of women and underrepresented voices.
  3. Confirm Your Spot: Upon acceptance, pay a 50% deposit to reserve. Remaining balance due within 4 weeks later.
  4. Prepare: Join two pre-event virtual coaching calls to refine your message.
  5. Event Day: Step onto a professionally curated stage, record your reel, receive stunning photography, and join a community of paid speakers. Think of it as your all-inclusive launch pad for a speaking career.

Cancellation Policy

Because this is a curated event with limited spots, cancellations impact the entire production.

  • Deposits are non-refundable.
  • If you cancel after paying in full, no refunds will be issued.
  • You may transfer your spot to another approved applicant (with written approval), and we will curate a waitlist to help you do so.
  • In the unlikely event we have to cancel, you’ll receive a full refund.

  

 

 

Application Directions

 

Presentation Format

Five minutes with a deck of 20 slides changing automatically every 15 seconds. The 20 slides are content-only and should not include a speaker presentation slide nor a closing speaker contact information slide. You don’t need to have your slides ready at this time, just be aware of the format.

Professional Details

  • Paste your full professional bio (200–300 words). Include a brief bio about your experience with regards to your speaking career and the topic you are speaking on as well as relevant professional background. This bio may appear on the Podium Project website and other marketing materials.
  • LinkedIn profile URL
  • Website (if applicable)

Your Talk

You can speak about any topic you would like as long as it is in alignment with our vision and mission to support all people. 

  • Talk Title
  • Summary of Your Talk

Mission Alignment

  • Why do you want to participate in the Podium Project? 

 

Podium Project Application Form

Get started today before this once in a lifetime opportunity expires.

Have Questions? You’re not alone.

We know stepping onto the stage is a big investment in your speaking career, and you want to be sure Podium Project is the right fit. That’s why we’ve pulled together answers to the most common questions we hear from applicants and speakers. From the application process to event day details and what you’ll walk away with, you’ll find everything you need below.

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