Speaker Slam

How I Met Your Business Partner Edition 6 years ago, Rina convinced me to quit my job and go all in on Speaker Slam. One of the visions she sold me on? Work retreats on the beach, margarita in hand. Fast forward to today: we’re heading to Punta Cana to brainstorm, plan, and build the future of Speaker Slam as we kick off our 9th season in 2025. What started as a community collaboration project back in 2016 has grown into an incredible journey of inspiring stories, creating opportunities, and sharing unforgettable moments. Excited to spend the next 40 days creating and planning with some of our favorite people with us. Let’s see where this next chapter takes us! Here’s to another season of unstoppable growth, unforgettable moments, and stories that inspire! #SpeakerSlam #DynamicDuo #BusinessGoals #StayInspired #Inspiration #EntrepreneurJourney #DreamTeam #PuntaCanaVibes #CreateYourVision

“I took my 88-year-old grandmother on a six-hour road trip to visit her 92- and 94-year-old best friends. What started as a simple journey turned into a wake-up call about family, health, and the life we leave behind.” In this powerful story, Rina shares the moments that pushed her to lose 40 pounds, heal her body, and embrace life’s adventures—from white-water rafting to traveling the world with her daughter. 💬 Close your eyes. Look into the eyes of your 92-year-old self. Say: “I will fight for you.” #LifeLessons #InspirationalStory #SpeakerSlam #OvercomeYourFears #FamilyAndHealth #TransformationJourney #NoMoreWaitingToLive #MotivationalSpeech

Bow Tie Emergency: How One Hero Saved the Day Smiling Bow Tie's Antoni came to the rescue. Even the smallest gestures can leave a big impact. #BowTieEmergency #BowTieDrama #SpeakerSlam #Inspiration #PublicSpeaking #DanShaikh #CBCGlenGouldStudio

Tonight could have been a total disaster… until a true hero swooped in to save the day! Smiling Bow Tie's Anthony came to the rescue. Even the smallest gestures can leave a big impact. #FunnyStory #BowTieDrama #SpeakerSlam #Inspiration #PublicSpeaking #DanShaikh #CBCGlenGouldStudio --- Speaker Slam®: Transforming Lives, One Speech at a Time. We're A Canadian Speaker Development Agency, headquartered in Toronto, Canada. We're best known for creating North America's largest inspirational speaking competition, where individuals share their life stories to inspire action. 10 speakers compete for prizes worth up to $10,000 and for the chance to compete at the Grand Slam: The Inspirational Speaking Finals for the title of INSPIRATIONAL SPEAKER OF THE YEAR. Beyond the stage, our speakers embark on a journey that includes paid speaking gigs, TEDx talks, book deals, media recognition, and impactful community work. Do you have a compelling story to share? Join us and be part of the transformation: https://lnkd.in/g9rv7-_x

Danielle Campo, Paralympic gold medalist, Canada’s Walk of Fame National Hero, and Inspirational Speaker of the Year, was honored on CTV News Windsor for receiving her National Hero Award. Awarded by the legendary Rick Hansen, Danielle’s recognition celebrates her extraordinary journey—from breaking records in the pool to her impactful advocacy for disability research and mental health. In her moving speech, Danielle shared the emotional revelation that two of her children have been diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy. Her powerful message? "This is a country where, when you have a struggle, we connect, we celebrate, and we thrive together.” #DanielleCampo #CTVNewsWindsor #NationalHero #InspirationalSpeaker #Resilience #DisabilityAdvocate #RickHansen #WalkOfFame #CanadaStrong --- Speaker Slam®: Transforming Lives, One Speech at a Time. We're A Canadian Speaker Development Agency, headquartered in Toronto, Canada. We're best known for creating North America's largest inspirational speaking competition, where individuals share their life stories to inspire action. 10 speakers compete for prizes worth up to $10,000 and for the chance to compete at the Grand Slam: The Inspirational Speaking Finals for the title of INSPIRATIONAL SPEAKER OF THE YEAR. Beyond the stage, our speakers embark on a journey that includes paid speaking gigs, TEDx talks, book deals, media recognition, and impactful community work. Do you have a compelling story to share? Join us and be part of the transformation: https://lnkd.in/g9rv7-_x

“I took my 88-year-old grandmother on a six-hour road trip to visit her 92- and 94-year-old best friends. What started as a simple journey turned into a wake-up call about family, health, and the life we leave behind.” In this powerful story, Rina shares the moments that pushed her to lose 40 pounds, heal her body, and embrace life’s adventures—from white-water rafting to traveling the world with her daughter. 💬 Close your eyes. Look into the eyes of your 92-year-old self. Say: “I will fight for you.” #LifeLessons #InspirationalStory #SpeakerSlam #OvercomeYourFears #FamilyAndHealth #TransformationJourney #NoMoreWaitingToLive #MotivationalSpeech --- Speaker Slam®: Transforming Lives, One Speech at a Time. We're A Canadian Speaker Development Agency, headquartered in Toronto, Canada. We're best known for creating North America's largest inspirational speaking competition, where individuals share their life stories to inspire action. 10 speakers compete for prizes worth up to $10,000 and for the chance to compete at the Grand Slam: The Inspirational Speaking Finals for the title of INSPIRATIONAL SPEAKER OF THE YEAR. Beyond the stage, our speakers embark on a journey that includes paid speaking gigs, TEDx talks, book deals, media recognition, and impactful community work. Do you have a compelling story to share? Join us and be part of the transformation: https://lnkd.in/g9rv7-_x

Danielle Campo, Paralympic gold medalist, Canada’s Walk of Fame National Hero, and Inspirational Speaker of the Year, shared her incredible story on CP24 Breakfast this morning. From her early days overcoming the challenges of Spinal Muscular Atrophy to her life-changing accomplishments in the pool, Danielle continues to inspire a new generation. Her powerful message? “Take a deep breath, whisper ‘try me,’ and take one step at a time.” Danielle also highlighted the importance of mental health support, sharing how she empowers students to build resilience and navigate life’s struggles with confidence and hope. #DanielleCampo #CP24Breakfast #NationalHero #InspirationalSpeaker #Resilience #MentalHealthMatters #RepresentationMatters #WalkOfFame #TryMe --- Speaker Slam®: Transforming Lives, One Speech at a Time. We're A Canadian Speaker Development Agency, headquartered in Toronto, Canada. We're best known for creating North America's largest inspirational speaking competition, where individuals share their life stories to inspire action. 10 speakers compete for prizes worth up to $10,000 and for the chance to compete at the Grand Slam: The Inspirational Speaking Finals for the title of INSPIRATIONAL SPEAKER OF THE YEAR. Beyond the stage, our speakers embark on a journey that includes paid speaking gigs, TEDx talks, book deals, media recognition, and impactful community work. Do you have a compelling story to share? Join us and be part of the transformation: https://lnkd.in/g9rv7-_x

From Paralympic gold medalist to disability rights advocate, Danielle Campo continues to inspire as she celebrates being crowned Canada’s Walk of Fame National Hero 2024. In her heartfelt interview on The Morning Show, Danielle shared her powerful mantra: "Give your pain purpose", highlighting the importance of resilience, representation, and moving forward through life’s challenges. As a tireless champion for disability rights, Danielle emphasizes the importance of kids seeing themselves represented and creating a world where everyone feels like they belong. #DanielleCampo #TheMorningShow #NationalHero #WalkOfFame #Resilience #DisabilityAdvocate #RepresentationMatters #GiveYourPainPurpose --- Speaker Slam®: Transforming Lives, One Speech at a Time. We're A Canadian Speaker Development Agency, headquartered in Toronto, Canada. We're best known for creating North America's largest inspirational speaking competition, where individuals share their life stories to inspire action. 10 speakers compete for prizes worth up to $10,000 and for the chance to compete at the Grand Slam: The Inspirational Speaking Finals for the title of INSPIRATIONAL SPEAKER OF THE YEAR. Beyond the stage, our speakers embark on a journey that includes paid speaking gigs, TEDx talks, book deals, media recognition, and impactful community work. Do you have a compelling story to share? Join us and be part of the transformation: https://lnkd.in/g9rv7-_x

From Inspirational Speaker of the Year to being crowned Canada’s Walk of Fame National Hero, Danielle Campo’s journey is a testament to resilience, hope, and determination. Diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy at age 2, Danielle defied all odds to become a Paralympic gold medalist and now empowers others to dream big and never give up. #DanielleCampo #CityNews #NationalHero #WalkOfFame #Inspiration #NeverGiveUp #Hope #Resilience --- Speaker Slam®: Transforming Lives, One Speech at a Time. We're A Canadian Speaker Development Agency, headquartered in Toronto, Canada. We're best known for creating North America's largest inspirational speaking competition, where individuals share their life stories to inspire action. 10 speakers compete for prizes worth up to $10,000 and for the chance to compete at the Grand Slam: The Inspirational Speaking Finals for the title of INSPIRATIONAL SPEAKER OF THE YEAR. Beyond the stage, our speakers embark on a journey that includes paid speaking gigs, TEDx talks, book deals, media recognition, and impactful community work. Do you have a compelling story to share? Join us and be part of the transformation: https://lnkd.in/g9rv7-_x

Leisse Wilcox, leadership development expert and breast cancer survivor, shares her inspiring journey on RogersTV. From competing in North America's Largest Inspirational Speaking Competition to navigating life after a radical mastectomy, Leisse's story is a testament to resilience, authenticity, and redefining leadership in the age of AI. #Leadership #Resilience #BraveEnough #LeisseWilcox #BreastCancerAwareness #InspirationalSpeaker #FutureProofLeadership #BodyPositivity #Authenticity #AILeadership #SelfWorth #SpeakerSlam #RogersTV