Speaker Slam® is North America's Largest Inspirational Speaking Competition bringing together the most talented speakers, reputable professional judges, and hundreds of passionate attendees who thrive on personal development, community, and connection for the 2023 Grand Slam: The Inspirational Speaking Finals.
Join us for a night where dreams take flight on stage. Witness the year's most inspirational speakers vie for the title of Inspirational Speaker of the Year. It's more than a competition - it's a life-changing experience.
This year's theme is JOY
Date: November 18th, 6-10 pm EST
Location: CBC Glenn Gould Studio, Toronto
Meet Your Judges for the 2023 Grand Slam
Katie Zeppieri
Founder & Chief Brand Strategist
Ontario, Canada
Katie Zeppieri is a 2x TEDx speaker, author, host of the "Get Mic'd" podcast, and Founder & Chief Brand Strategist of The MicDrop Agency, a top-rated and fast-growing boutique PR and Marketing firm specializing in brand amplification for innovative companies and people.
Giovanni Marsico
Business Mentor, Entrepreneur, and 2x EMMY® Award-Winning Producer
Ontario, Canada
Giovanni Marsico is the founder of Archangel - a membership organization for present and future 'Millionaires' (Giovanni's word for entrepreneurs that want to impact millions of people). He produces incredible events like his flagship Archangel Summit, and also produces films like the 3x Emmy award winning DREAMER.
Shannon Loftus
Senior Content Producer, Breakfast Television
Ontario, Canada
With a passion for radio and the entertainment world, Shannon began her broadcasting career by studying Radio and Television Broadcasting at Centennial College in Toronto. Starting out as a graphics operator for Cityline, Shannon worked her way up to become a field producer for 14 years before being promoted to her current role as Senior Content Producer for Breakfast Television.
Majeed Mogharreban
Professional Speaker & World-Traveling Father
Quebec, Canada
World-traveling father and professional speaker, Majeed Mogharreban is the founder of the Expert Speaker Institute, the premier resource for experts to grow their business with public speaking. Majeed will help you go from the best kept secret to the go-to person in your field with a signature speech that attracts your ideal client.
Tami Adams
Founder of TA Speakers Management
Ontario, Canada
Meet Tami Adams, a trailblazing events professional. When COVID-19 prompted reflection, Tami decided to pursue her calling, leading her to establish TA Speakers Management, a boutique speakers agency. She collaborates with a select group of transformational keynote speakers and thought leaders, believing that sharing vulnerably and meaningfully creates magic.
Brian Miller
Core Messaging Consultant
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® where they have consulted for dozens of experts and leaders to deliver the talk of their dreams on the world's most prestigious stages.
Tabitha Rose
Method-writer, Publisher, and Community-Builder
Ontario, Canada
Tabitha Rose is the founder of Life to Paper Publishing and the Life to Legacy Foundation, with the Beyond Words Book Festival being her latest brainchild. A dreamer at heart and a storyteller by calling, Tabitha builds community wherever she plants her feet.
Orlando Bowen
Entrepreneur, Community Champion, Communicator, Dad
Ontario, Canada
Orlando is a speaker, the founder of One Voice One Team Youth Leadership Organization. The charity provides presentations, workshops and service activities all across Canada and in parts of the United States. Empowering people to overcome adversity, find their passion and to use their gifts to serve is the reason Orlando breathes. He has received numerous awards including a National Harry Jerome Award for Community Service and a Queen's Diamond Jubilee medal.
The Prize Package
First Place
- Speaker Slam®: $2,000 Cash Prize & Signature Legacy Video (Valued at $1,497)
- Giovanni Marsico: Speak at the Archangel Stage (Value: Life-Changing!)
- Tabitha Rose: Life to Paper Publishing Elite Program - 1 year manuscript mentorship (Valued at $20,000)
- Katie Zeppieri: The Ultimate Personal Brand Launch Package with MicDrop Agency (Valued at $5,000)
- Majeed Mogharreban: Make Money Speaking 3-Day Intensive Program (Valued at $5,000)
- Shannon Loftus: Media Mastery Sessions - Three 1-hour virtual coaching sessions (Valued at $2,000)
- Tami Adams: Speaking Profile Overhaul (Valued at $1,650)
- Brian Miller: Road to the Red Dot VIP Coaching (Valued at $3,000)
- Orlando Bowen: Speaker Mentorship - Two 1-hour coaching sessions (Valued at $1,000)