Mark your calendar for Tuesday, September 1st for one of the most efficient and inspiring mornings you can invest in your upcoming events.
The 2026 Speakers Showcase is your opportunity to experience 14 professional speakers in one morning, all in a dynamic, fast-paced format designed specifically for meeting planners.
No guesswork. Just real speakers, real content, and real audience engagement… all happening live.
Why Attend the 2026 Speakers Showcase?
- Experience 14 Speakers in One Morning
Finding the right speaker can be time-consuming. This event compresses that process into a single, high-impact morning.
You will:
- See 14 speakers back-to-back
- Compare styles, energy, and delivery in real time
- Quickly identify who fits your audience, theme, and goals
It is one of the most efficient sourcing opportunities you will find all year.
- See Them Live… Not Just on Video
At the showcase, you will experience each speaker:
- Live and unfiltered
- In front of a real audience of meeting planners
- Delivering content exactly as they would on your stage
You get an authentic sense of how they connect, adapt, and engage.
- Evaluate Audience Connection in Real Time
One of the hardest things to gauge from a demo reel is audience reaction.
Here, you will see:
- What resonates
- What gets people leaning in
- What sparks laughter, reflection, and action
That insight is invaluable when selecting a speaker who will truly land with your audience.
- Save Time While Increasing Confidence
Instead of spending hours reviewing websites, videos, and references, you can:
- Shortlist speakers on the spot
- Feel confident in your decisions
- Move faster in your planning process
This is about working smarter, not harder.
- Discover New Voices and Fresh Perspectives
You may come in looking for one type of speaker and leave with ideas you had not considered.
The showcase gives you exposure to:
- A range of topics and styles
- Emerging voices and proven professionals
- Creative approaches to engaging your attendees
It is not just sourcing. It is inspiration.
If you are planning meetings, conferences, or events in 2026 and beyond, this is a must-attend experience.
14 speakers. One morning. Endless possibilities for your next event.
Stay tuned for event details, speaker lineup, and registration information. You will not want to miss it.
Event Details
Date: Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Location: Airport Holiday Inn, Des Moines, IA
Time: 8:00 AM – 1:30 PM
8:00 AM – Registration
8:30 AM – Speaker Showcase
12:30 PM – Lunch with the Speakers
Cost: $50