Speaker Slam® prepares for its 2nd competition of 2024, the "Human Connection" event, set for March 26th, 2024, at the iconic Lula Lounge in Toronto. This theme is a timely response to the growing craving for real-life interactions in an increasingly digital world.
Meet Your Judges for "Human Connection"
Niki Papaioannou
Entrepreneur, Media Guru
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Niki Papaioannou started Niki Inc., the Media Relations firm, in 2017. Before this, she worked on high-level endorsements with top NBA and MLB athletes as a Director of Marketing. She studied at the University of Toronto and serves as a member of the Hellenic Heritage Committee.
Brian Miller
Speech Design Consultant
Simsbury, Connecticut, USA
Brian Miller is a former magician turned international speaker and consultant who has spoken on 5 continents. His TEDx talk 'How to Magically Connect with Anyone' has 3.6 million views. Brian is also the founder of Conquer the Red Dot®.
Cher Jones
Personal Branding Strategist & Trainer
Markham, Ontario, Canada
Cher Jones is a highly respected personal branding expert with over 25 years in corporate communications, marketing, and broadcasting. Through her company Socially Active, she offers Brand(ed) At Work, trusted by industry giants like Lockheed Martin, BNY Mellon, and Rogers.
Roger Petersen
CTV News Channel Anchor
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Roger Petersen has been a part of the Canadian media scene for more than 30 years. He is currently the weekend morning anchor on CTV News Channel. He previously hosted Citytv Toronto's Breakfast Television, CityNews Tonight, and CityNews Weekends.
The Prize Package
First Place
- Speaker Slam®: $2000 Cash Prize & Invitation to the Grand Slam
- Niki Papaioannou: Media Press Kit including written biography (Valued at $2,000)
- Brian Miller: Build Your Big Idea Session - 3-hour 1-on-1 workshop (Valued at $1,500)
- Cher Jones: Corporate Connect Repositioning Review & Mentorship (Valued at $2,494)
- Roger Petersen: 3 Media Training Sessions (Valued at $1,500)
Second Place
- Niki Papaioannou: Media Training - 3 sessions (Valued at $1,000)
- Brian Miller: Idea to Opportunity Course (Valued at $250)
- Cher Jones: Corporate Connect Repositioning Workshop (Valued at $1,497)
- Roger Petersen: 2 Media Training Sessions (Valued at $1,000)
Third Place
- Niki Papaioannou: Raptors Tickets (Valued at $350)
- Brian Miller: Idea to Opportunity Course (Valued at $250)
- Cher Jones: Corporate Connect Repositioning Workshop (Valued at $1,497)
- Roger Petersen: 1 Media Training Session (Valued at $500)