
Planning a meeting can be a huge challenge. And finding the perfect speakers for your event is a big part of that challenge.
What makes Ava stand out among motivational keynote speakers?
Ava has the rare ability to combine lots of high impact content with great stories, humor, and her own brand of high energy, “tell it like it is” frankness. Audiences stay engaged, get great tools to use right away, and leave motivated to apply them.
How will this motivational keynote speaker work with me?
Ava prides herself on being “low maintenance” and easy to work with. She will not be one of those motivational keynote speakers with a prima donna attitude and list of demands for you to cater to. As long as she has a glass of water with no ice on stage, she’s happy.
She’ll meet every deadline, and be at your meeting early to talk with your participants and learn about their challenges. She’ll stick around to answer questions. She is totally committed to the success of your meeting and the success of the people attending it.
What can I count on Ava for?
In Preparation, I will:
- Ask you to fill out a preprogram questionnaire. I will study it, and learn about your organization. I will study the information on your website. I’ll know what you do.
- Know the theme of your meeting, and relate my program to it. I’ll be relevant.
- Talk with a few people whose contact information you provide to get to know my audience, and know what challenges they face. I will use this information in customizing my program. They’ll know I care.
Before My Program, I will:
- Let you know when I arrive. I’ll be accessible from the time I get there until the time I leave. I’m 100% committed to helping you create a successful event.
- Coordinate with the set up crew, and be in the meeting room for a sound check at least one hour before I speak. I want to ensure things go smoothly.
- Listen to the speakers before me, and align my message with theirs where appropriate. I want your meeting to flow seamlessly.
During My Program, I will:
- Present information that is high impact and relevant.
- Use my own experience and expertise, combined with great personal stories and humor. I’ll create great visuals, and have a power-packed handout. I’ll give great value.
- Engage and involve the audience. They’ll have fun.
After My Program, I Will:
- Be available to answer questions and hear audience comments.
- Make resources available at my book table with your permission. I will never turn my program into a sales pitch. Ever. I will send a copy of my email newsletter for each audience member as follow up if desired.
- Suggest strategies to continue the impact of my message.
Always, I Will:
- Tell you the truth. You can count on me for honesty and integrity 100% of the time.
These promises were adapted from the ones originally developed by Jim Cathcart, CSP, CPAE and past-president of the National Speakers Association, as a personal and professional code of conduct for speakers.



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