apply to speak
The demand for female voices is higher than ever and you have insights or a story to share. With a small percentage of women in your industry, finding the right speaking opportunity can be complicated. That’s why Kayo hosts curated industry events to spotlight women at the podium. At Kayo, the programming is our secret sauce and we
walk alongside speakers on their journey to the podium from preparation to presentation.
Share some information about yourself by completing an application to speak – our team will do the rest.
the process
1. SPEAKER APPLICATION
Submit your application with your interest and a few details about yourself. Our team will review and be in touch.
2. DISCOVERY CALL
Connect with our Programming team to learn more about our upcoming speaking opportunities.
3. CONFIRMATION EMAIL
Your speaking role has been confirmed in the program – congrats! Now it’s time to dig into the details with your very own Client Concierge.
4. SPEAKER JOURNEY
Our Client Concierge welcomes you with a 5-Stage plan to success as a speaker. Our preparation is thorough and our communication is clear. You’re going to crush your presentation!
your speaker journey
A SPEAKER’S 5-STAGES TO THE SUMMIT
Click on each stage to learn more.
past speakers

JANET GURWITCH
Advent International

LYNN ALEXANDER
Kelso & Company

SUZANNE YOON
Kinzie Capital Partners

JASMINE RICHARDS
Cambridge Associates

AMY CHEN
Smithsonian Institution

PAIGE WEISER
TPG

CORINNE STILL
Apollo

ELIZABETH LEWIS
Blackstone

PRIYA PARRISH
Impact Engine

JENNIFER CLARK
THE RMR GROUP

PRIYANKA GARG
Mack Real Estate Group

SONYA HUFFMAN
Link Logistics Real Estate

DANITA JOHNSON
State of Maryland
let’s trailblaze together
Complete a speaker application and we’ll be in touch.