Experience a curated live-stage event featuring dynamic speakers, meaningful stories, business insight, networking and vendors.
JUNE 20TH, 2026 8AM - 4PM CST
David Rubenstein Forum, University of Chicago
1201 E 60th Street, Chicago, IL
8 Industry Experts
PRESENTS
Presents
Experience a curated live-stage event featuring dynamic speakers, meaningful stories, business insight, networking, and vendors
JUNE. 20th 2026, 8am - 4PM CST
David Rubenstein Forum, University of Chicago. 1201 E 60th Street, Chicago, IL
8 Industry Experts
The Problems...
When your business is not aligned with your personal strengths, frustration, overwhelm and burnout follow.
Poor communication skills result in lost connections and opportunities, affecting revenue and business growth.
Fear of video marketing limits your reach and engagement, making sales and profits impossible.
Not using tools like ChatGPT leaves you at a disadvantage and unable to compete in your market.
Fear of sales kills your profits and confidence, leaving you frustrated and hopeless, potentially giving up on your dreams.
Lack of profits prevents you from reinvesting in your business, stifling growth, confidence and success.
About Royalty Speaks
Royalty Speaks helps speakers, authors, entrepreneurs, and professionals turn their message into professional speaker branding assets — including stage footage, video reels, professional photos, speaker reels, spotlight videos, magazine features, and speaker landing pages — that position them to be more visible, credible, and in demand.
Through live stage speaking experiences, professional media capture, networking, and visibility opportunities, Royalty Speaks was created to help powerful voices become more visible, credible, and in demand.
The Problems...
When your business is not aligned with your personal strengths, frustration, overwhelm and burnout follow.
Poor communication skills result in lost connections and opportunities, affecting revenue and business growth.
Fear of video marketing limits your reach and engagement, making sales and profits impossible.
Not using tools like ChatGPT leaves you at a disadvantage and unable to compete in your market.
Fear of sales kills your profits and confidence, leaving you frustrated and hopeless, potentially giving up on your dreams.
Lack of profits prevents you from reinvesting in your business, stifling growth, confidence and success.
A Powerful Day of Voice, Visibility, and Connection
Royalty Speaks Chicago is a curated live-stage experience centered on visibility, storytelling, networking, and meaningful connection..
It is more than an event where people simply come to listen to speakers.
It is a space where speakers, entrepreneurs, leaders, authors, coaches, and professionals gather to be inspired, build relationships, and rise with greater confidence and authority.
At its core, Royalty Speaks Chicago is about rising into the power of your voice - with the courage to be seen, the confidence to share your message, and the authority to make an impact.
HOSTS BIO
Meet the Host
DR. OLA KOLAWOLE, MD
Founder of Royalty Speaks & Host of Royalty Speaks Chicago.
Dr. Ola is the Founder & CEO of Royalty Speaks, a premier live-stage production and visibility platform that helps speakers, coaches, entrepreneurs, and experts transform their message into professionally produced speaking and brand assets that elevate visibility, strengthen credibility, and position them for larger stages and premium opportunities.
She is also a Board-Certified Family Physician who brings a unique blend of leadership, credibility, and excellence to the work she does with experts and thought leaders.
Through Royalty Speaks, Dr. Ola has collaborated with professional events and conferences designed to elevate visibility, authority, and impact. Her mission is to help experts become more visible, credible, and in demand so they are recognized as the go-to authority in their field.
Opening Keynote: Stop Being the Best-Kept Secret
Dr. LALLA A. A. EDWARDS
Dr. Lalla Edwards is a renowned expert in education and success coaching. With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Edwards has made significant contributions to empowering educators and students as well as guiding individuals toward personal growth. Her holistic approach fosters resilience, creativity, and transformation, inspiring positive change in lives and educational practices worldwide.
The Problems...
When your business is not aligned with your personal strengths, frustration, overwhelm and burnout follow.
Poor communication skills result in lost connections and opportunities, affecting revenue and business growth.
Fear of video marketing limits your reach and engagement, making sales and profits impossible.
Not using tools like ChatGPT leaves you at a disadvantage and unable to compete in your market.
Fear of sales kills your profits and confidence, leaving you frustrated and hopeless, potentially giving up on your dreams.
Lack of profits prevents you from reinvesting in your business, stifling growth, confidence and success.
Who This Event Is For
Royalty Speaks Chicago is a live speaker and networking experience for speakers, coaches, authors, entrepreneurs, business owners, professionals, students, and growth-minded individuals who value powerful stories, meaningful conversations, connection, and being in the right room.
If you value visibility, fresh perspectives, authentic connection, and being in rooms where ideas and opportunities come together, this experience was created for you.
Event Details
2-Day Virtual Event with 6 Speakers
DAY ONE Wednesday, September 23, 12 pm ET
Learn how to achieve your goals using Behavioral Superpowers to unlock the power within you to fuel a journey of personal and professional growth.
Learn how to use ChatGPT to create your brand voice and an irresistible offer. Learn how to use copywriting frameworks to create effective Facebook and Instagram ads.
Learn how to 10X your sales and Income without being pushy or salesy through my compassionate closer system.
DAY TWO Thursday, September 24, 12pm ET
Learn how to wow your audience by being more confident, magnetic, and impactful so you attract more clients and wealth.
Learn how to eliminate the fear holding you back from doing live videos and build your confidence using what you already have.
Learn how to conquer fear, increase sales, and boost your profits exponentially.
HOSTS BIO
Meet the Host
DR. OLA KOLAWOLE, MD
Founder of Royalty Speaks & Host of Royalty Speaks Chicago
Dr. Ola is the Founder & CEO of Royalty Speaks, a premier live-stage production and visibility platform that helps speakers, coaches, entrepreneurs, and experts transform their message into professionally produced speaking and brand assets that elevate visibility, strengthen credibility, and position them for larger stages and premium opportunities.
She is also a Board-Certified Family Physician who brings a unique blend of leadership, credibility, and excellence to the work she does with experts and thought leaders.
Through Royalty Speaks, Dr. Ola has collaborated with professional events and conferences designed to elevate visibility, authority, and impact. Her mission is to help experts become more visible, credible, and in demand so they are recognized as the go-to authority in their field.
Opening Keynote: Stop Being the Best-Kept Secret
Speech Title: The Secrets to Becoming a R.O.Y.A.L.T.Y Speaker.
GET SEEN, BOOKED & PAID
FEATURED SPEAKERS
Meet a curated lineup of powerful voices bringing insight, expertise, personal stories, and meaningful conversations to the Royalty Speaks stage.
Carolyn Thurston
Founder/Speaker/Author
Carolyn is the Founder and CEO of Wisdom Senior Care, bringing over 20 years of nursing and home healthcare experience. Since launching the company in 2006, she has expanded its impact with a mission to help seniors thrive at home while reshaping the perception of aging. A nationally recognized leader, Carolyn is known for advancing quality care, advocating for seniors, and driving innovation in the home care industry. She serves on the International Franchise Association Board of Directors and is Vice Chair of the Black Franchise Leadership Council, while continuing to lead initiatives that support caregivers and expand access to care.
Speech Title: UNFORGIVENESS: Breaking Free From The Chains of Resentment.
Speech Title: The Gift of Aging
JERILYN STRONG
CFO Coach - Tax Strategist - Speaker
At 12, Jerilyn Strong—was already reconciling her family’s receipts, fascinated by how organized money multiplies. By 18 she’d banked her first million through hustling energy drinks and early real-estate flips. A stint as an IRS auditor chasing investor mistakes gave her X-ray insight into the tax code’s hidden traps.
She parlayed that intel into a 15-year tax-strategy firm, as an Enrolled Agent, and has served as a CFO to 62+ companies worldwide. Jerilyn strategically arranges cash, entities, and decisions so value flows effortlessly, unlocking over $862 million in tax savings and protecting the generational legacies her clients envision.
Speech Title: From Handcuffs to Legacy: The Truth About Protecting What You Earn
Speech Title: Public Speaking Secrets for Business Owners: Because You Didn't Start a Business to Chase Clients
DR LINDA R. JORDON
Leadership & Personal Development Coach
Dr. Linda R. Jordon is an international speaker, high-performance coach, and Amazon bestselling author with 30+ years of leadership experience.
She empowers women to transition into entrepreneurship through mindset, communication, and leadership development. Founder of LRJ Coaching, she specializes in inclusion, business improvement, and transformational leadership, and serves as a Cornell University course facilitator.
Speech Title: FREEDOM FROM BEHIND THE CHAIR: From $150 Braids to a Million-Dollar Portfolio - and How Your Hand Can Do It Too.
Speech Title: It’s Time To Own Your Own Power! Unleash Your Inner CEO: Lead with Clarity, Confidence and Ownership
Lonna Grantlen
Mentor/Coach
James Price is a dedicated Grief Coach committed to giving men a voice in their healing journey. Seven years ago, his life was forever changed when he lost his wife of ten years and their third daughter, leaving him a single father to two young girls. Out of that heartbreak came a mission: to ensure no man has to grieve in silence. For the past year, James has hosted the Men’s Grief Support Meeting virtually each month, offering a rare safe space for men to share openly, process their pain, and find hope, strength, and renewed purpose.
Speech Title: STRONG YET HURTING: How Men Can Navigate Grief With Courage.
Lonna Grantlen is an Identity & Execution Strategist who helps individuals identify hidden misalignment at the root of their decisions, behavior, and direction.
She equips them to rebuild internal structure, regulate execution, and operate with disciplined authority transforming repeated cycles into consistent results, measurable progress, and sustained forward momentum.
Speech Title: Alignment in Uncontested Space
OMO ONI MD
Physician/Author
James Price is a dedicated Grief Coach committed to giving men a voice in their healing journey. Seven years ago, his life was forever changed when he lost his wife of ten years and their third daughter, leaving him a single father to two young girls. Out of that heartbreak came a mission: to ensure no man has to grieve in silence. For the past year, James has hosted the Men’s Grief Support Meeting virtually each month, offering a rare safe space for men to share openly, process their pain, and find hope, strength, and renewed purpose.
Speech Title: STRONG YET HURTING: How Men Can Navigate Grief With Courage.
Dr. Omo Oni is a double board-certified Family and Obesity Medicine physician and founder of Zelos Direct Primary Care in McKinney, Texas. Dr. Oni specializes in women's health, weight management, and preventive care, delivering personalized, faith-driven medicine through a direct primary care model. She is passionate about Direct Primary Care and restoring patients' faith in healthcare. She is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, the American Board of Obesity Medicine, and The Menopause Society.
Speech Title: Healthcare Is Broken – There Is a Better Way
CALVIN GIBBS JNR.
Speaker/Author/Consultant
/Digital Streaming Producer/Host
James Price is a dedicated Grief Coach committed to giving men a voice in their healing journey. Seven years ago, his life was forever changed when he lost his wife of ten years and their third daughter, leaving him a single father to two young girls. Out of that heartbreak came a mission: to ensure no man has to grieve in silence. For the past year, James has hosted the Men’s Grief Support Meeting virtually each month, offering a rare safe space for men to share openly, process their pain, and find hope, strength, and renewed purpose.
Speech Title: STRONG YET HURTING: How Men Can Navigate Grief With Courage.
Calvin Gibbs Jr. is an award-winning speaker, trainer, host, and founder of Born 2 Speak 2 You. He empowers audiences through impactful keynotes, leadership development, and courageous conversations on mindset, communication, diversity, and personal growth, inspiring people to turn purpose into action.
Speech Title: Discipline Is The Bridge
Delaine Blazek
Coach/Author/Speaker
James Price is a dedicated Grief Coach committed to giving men a voice in their healing journey. Seven years ago, his life was forever changed when he lost his wife of ten years and their third daughter, leaving him a single father to two young girls. Out of that heartbreak came a mission: to ensure no man has to grieve in silence. For the past year, James has hosted the Men’s Grief Support Meeting virtually each month, offering a rare safe space for men to share openly, process their pain, and find hope, strength, and renewed purpose.
Speech Title: STRONG YET HURTING: How Men Can Navigate Grief With Courage.
Delaine Blazek is an award-winning Sales & Mindset Coach, bestselling author, Editor of the Sophisticated Sales Magazine, and host of the Power Your Voice Podcast. Named one of the Top 50 Coaches of 2025, she combines clinical counseling expertise with executive sales leadership to help entrepreneurs grow revenue, elevate influence, and create powerful customer experiences.
Speech Title: Become the Obvious Choice & Make Millions
Dr. LALLA A. A. EDWARDS
Dr. Lalla Edwards is a renowned expert in education and success coaching. With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Edwards has made significant contributions to empowering educators and students as well as guiding individuals toward personal growth. Her holistic approach fosters resilience, creativity, and transformation, inspiring positive change in lives and educational practices worldwide.
FEATURED SPEAKERS
Meet a curated lineup of powerful voices bringing insight, expertise, personal stories, and meaningful conversations to the Royalty Speaks stage.
Carolyn Thurston
Founder/Speaker/Author
Carolyn is the Founder and CEO of Wisdom Senior Care, bringing over 20 years of nursing and home healthcare experience. Since launching the company in 2006, she has expanded its impact with a mission to help seniors thrive at home while reshaping the perception of aging.
A nationally recognized leader, Carolyn is known for advancing quality care, advocating for seniors, and driving innovation in the home care industry. She serves on the International Franchise Association Board of Directors and is Vice Chair of the Black Franchise Leadership Council, while continuing to lead initiatives that support caregivers and expand access to care.
Speech Title: The Gift of Aging
Speech Title: UNFORGIVENESS: Breaking Free From The Chains of Resentment
JERILYN STRONG
CFO Coach - Tax Strategist - Speaker
At 12, Jerilyn Strong—was already reconciling her family’s receipts, fascinated by how organized money multiplies. By 18 she’d banked her first million through hustling energy drinks and early real-estate flips. A stint as an IRS auditor chasing investor mistakes gave her X-ray insight into the tax code’s hidden traps.
She parlayed that intel into a 15-year tax-strategy firm, as an Enrolled Agent, and has served as a CFO to 62+ companies worldwide. Jerilyn strategically arranges cash, entities, and decisions so value flows effortlessly, unlocking over $862 million in tax savings and protecting the generational legacies her clients envision.
Speech Title: From Handcuffs to Legacy: The Truth About Protecting What You Earn
Speech Title: Public Speaking Secrets for Business Owners: Because You Didn't Start a Business to Chase Clients.
DR LINDA R. JORDON
Leadership & Personal
Development Coach
Dr. Linda R. Jordon is an international speaker, high-performance coach, and Amazon bestselling author with 30+ years of leadership experience. She empowers women to transition into entrepreneurship through mindset, communication, and leadership development.
Founder of LRJ Coaching, she specializes in inclusion, business improvement, and transformational leadership, and serves as a Cornell University course facilitator.
Speech Title: It’s Time To Own Your Own Power! Unleash Your Inner CEO: Lead with Clarity, Confidence and Ownership
Speech Title: FREEDOM FROM BEHIND THE CHAIR: From $150 Braids to a Million-Dollar Portfolio - and How Your Hand Can Do It Too.
Lonna Grantlen
Mentor/Coach
Lonna Grantlen is an Identity & Execution Strategist who helps individuals identify hidden misalignment at the root of their decisions, behavior, and direction.
She equips them to rebuild internal structure, regulate execution, and operate with disciplined authority transforming repeated cycles into consistent results, measurable progress, and sustained forward momentum.
Speech Title: Alignment in Uncontested Space
Speech Title: STRONG YET HURTING: How Men Can Navigate Grief With Courage.
OMO OnI MD
Physician/Author
Dr. Omo Oni is a double board-certified Family and Obesity Medicine physician and founder of Zelos Direct Primary Care in McKinney, Texas. Dr. Oni specializes in women's health, weight management, and preventive care, delivering personalized, faith-driven medicine through a direct primary care model. She is passionate about Direct Primary Care and restoring patients' faith in healthcare. She is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, the American Board of Obesity Medicine, and The Menopause Society.
Speech Title: Healthcare Is Broken – There Is a Better Way
Speech Title: STRONG YET HURTING: How Men Can Navigate Grief With Courage.
CALVIN GIBSS JNR.
Speaker/Author/Consultant/
Digital Streaming Producer/Host
Calvin Gibbs Jr. is an award-winning speaker, trainer, host, and founder of Born 2 Speak 2 You. He empowers audiences through impactful keynotes, leadership development, and courageous conversations on mindset, communication, diversity, and personal growth, inspiring people to turn purpose into action.
Speech Title: Discipline Is The Bridge
Speech Title: STRONG YET HURTING: How Men Can Navigate Grief With Courage.
Delaine Blazek
Coach/Author/Speaker
Delaine Blazek is an award-winning Sales & Mindset Coach, bestselling author, Editor of the Sophisticated Sales Magazine, and host of the Power Your Voice Podcast. Named one of the Top 50 Coaches of 2025, she combines clinical counseling expertise with executive sales leadership to help entrepreneurs grow revenue, elevate influence, and create powerful customer experiences.
Speech Title: Become the Obvious Choice & Make Millions
Speech Title: STRONG YET HURTING: How Men Can Navigate Grief With Courage.
Dr. LALLA A. A. EDWARDS
Dr. Lalla Edwards is a renowned expert in education and success coaching. With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Edwards has made significant contributions to empowering educators and students as well as guiding individuals toward personal growth. Her holistic approach fosters resilience, creativity, and transformation, inspiring positive change in lives and educational practices worldwide.
Featured Exhibitors
Featured Exhibitors
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Real stories and real results from our previous speakers.
Jeff Hecklinski
Former American Football Coach, Mindset/
Leadership Architect
"They helped me grow in this process. The one thing that Dr Ola provides is knowledge and a base you can't find just anywhere and it's so personal. And then, one thing I can tell you this - she cares. "
Sylvia Crawley
Former WNBA player, Global Coach
Durham, North Carolina
"I signed up for the VIP studio speaker experience not once, but twice. It raised my financial blueprint and my level of expectation. I had a total mindset shift where I started to see myself as a VIP Speaker as a result of how they were treating me as a VIP Speaker. "
Melody Austin-Roberts
Founder & Business Coach Startup Mentor
"Amplify 2025 was an incredible experience. To be honest with you, I'm walking away with so much value. I definitely feel like I made some amazing relationships. I love the studio experience. It was very professional, very well put together, very organized. Top tier. 10 out of 10."
Jeffrey Sanow
CIA Officer (Ret.)
Florida
"My best experience has been the opportunity to connect with an audience that is really eager to learn about how to move forward and find their purpose and their superpower so it's been great to have this platform to reach more people and help them be happier."
Pam Perry
Publicity Strategist, Publisher, Speakers Magazine
Farmington, Michigan
"I love Amplify 2025. It was extraordinary, done so professional and very top notch. Love the people that you hand selected and put together. That was really good. You made it really simple and easy for us to share messages"
Jeff Cade
Business Systems Coach
Chicago, Il
"When I worked with Dr Ola, immediately I felt warmth and reassurance that this is the right path for me and my business. I felt just so supported in a way that didn't feel like I was being pushed or led in a way that is unappealing"
Jeff Hecklinski
Former American Football Coach, Mindset/
Leadership Architect
Arizona
"They helped me grow in this process. The one thing that Dr Ola provides is knowledge and a base you can't find just anywhere and it's so personal. And then, one thing I can tell you this - she cares. "
Pam Perry
Publicity Strategist, Publisher, Speakers Magazine
Farmington, Michigan
"I love Amplify 2025. It was extraordinary, done so professional and very top notch. Love the people that you hand selected and put together. That was really good. You made it really simple and easy for us to share messages"
Alexandra Herrera
Executive Coach, ACC
President of ICF Chicago Chapter
Chicago, Illinois
"My best experience has been the opportunity to connect with an audience that is really eager to learn about how to move forward and find their purpose and their superpower so it's been great to have this platform to reach more people and help them be happier."
Andrew Harris
Inspirational and Motivational-Mindset Coach
California
"I love the fellowship with the other speakers. I love the interaction with them. I saw different perspectives and angles that other speakers were coming forward with and I was able to look and comprehend and to see and at the same time, share my insights too"
Krystal B. Clark
Career Mental Health Coach
Grayson, GA
"I really felt like we got just the grand treatment, the royal treatment and I learned a lot about best practices. I learned a lot about networking, collaborating and always being at the top of your game and how to really take that to the next level"
Megan Wing
Business Systems Coach
Durham, NC
"When I worked with Dr Ola, immediately I felt warmth and reassurance that this is the right path for me and my business. I felt just so supported in a way that didn't feel like I was being pushed or led in a way that is unappealing"
Testimonials
Listen to What Others are Saying
Marianne C.
Washington, DC
Robert K.
Laurel, Maryland
"I am really excited to be here involved with the empower you experience and so this whole experience they take you by the hand and help you change your paradigm so I really appreciate being here."
-Marianne Clyde
Washington, DC
"As a speaker coach, I highly recommend you get this visibility and credibility. Eric F. King knows how to pick 'em! The studio, the speakers, the audience, the photographers... everything was top-notch and so valuable."
-Marla Press
Denver Colorado
“I highly recommend Dr. Ola and the VIP Speakers Studio Experience. I was a speaker at one of her event and she was a gracious host who crossed every t's, and dotted every i's! She puts on a top notch event from the time the speakers arrived to their departure. Her attention to detail was most impressive. We each received the most thoughtful & practical gift!! The audience left feeling empowered and the speakers were able to get all the content needed to take their speaking career to the next level. I highly recommend Dr. Ola, she’s the best. No gimmicks, they do exactly what they say they’re going to do, and it works!”
-Sylvia Crawley Spann
Durham, North Carolina
"I highly recommend Dr. Ola for her incredible role in hosting the Empower You event! She is a dynamic and powerful speaker who brings energy on stage. Her passion and enthusiasm are truly contagious, inspiring everyone in the room to believe in their potential, take bold steps toward their goals, and increase their visibility. Dr. Ola’s ability to connect deeply with the audience and deliver impactful, actionable insights makes her a standout speaker. Her dedication to empowering others shines through in every word she shares, making her an invaluable leader and motivator. Thank you, Dr. Ola, for creating such an uplifting and transformative experience at the Empower You event!"
-Dr. Martine Canal
Miami, Florida
Tickets Are Now Available!
Here's Exactly What's Included
GENERAL ADMISSION
FREE 1 General Admission Ticket
Ignite 2025 Event Workbook
Price: $197
FREE
VIP ACCESS
FREE 1 General Admission Ticket
Ignite 2025 Event Workbook
Recording of the Event - watch or rewatch at your convenience
E-Book: 100 Ways for Speakers, Coaches & Authors to Attract Clients, Get Booked & Get Paid
🎁 BONUS: Visibility Strategy Call with Dr. Ola ($197 Value)
Price: $497
Only $47
What to Expect
Live Speaker Experience
Dynamic talks rooted in business, leadership, resilience, transformation, expertise, and life experience.
Meaningful Networking
Intentional opportunities to connect with professionals, entrepreneurs, speakers, authors, and leaders.
Vendor Experiences
Discover services, products, and brands throughout the day.
Tickets Are Now Available!
Ticket Options
Early Bird General Admission — Free
Join us for Royalty Speaks Chicago, a live speaker experience where powerful voices take the stage and meaningful connections are made.
Access to all live speaker sessions
Opportunity to connect with speakers, business owners, and professionals
An inspiring in-room experience designed to elevate your thinking and expand your network
A limited number of General Admission seats are available to maintain an intentional and high-quality event experience. Advance registration is required.
Please note: Food and beverage are not included with General Admission.
Preferred Admission — $47
Enjoy a more seamless event experience with Preferred Admission.
Includes:
Access to all live speaker sessions
Opportunity to connect with speakers, business owners, and professionals
An inspiring in-room experience designed to elevate your thinking and expand your network
Reserved seating section
Lunch & beverage provided
This option is designed for those who prefer to remain fully present without needing to step away during the event.
A limited number of Preferred Admission seats are available. Advance selection is recommended.
Your Purchase is Protected by a Satisfaction Guarantee!
Within 3 days after the event, if you are unhappy with your purchase of the Preferred Admission, notify us and we will give you access to another Live stage event at no cost.
About Us
About Royalty Speaks
Royalty Speaks creates elevated live-stage experiences designed to help powerful voices be seen, heard, and remembered.
Through curated speaking events and visibility-driven experiences, Royalty Speaks brings together speakers, entrepreneurs, experts, and professionals in rooms where authority, connection, and opportunity can grow.
Your Purchase is Protected by a Satisfaction Guarantee!
Within 3 days after the event, if you are unhappy with your purchase of VIP, notify us and we will give you access to another online VIP event at no cost.
STILL NOT SURE?
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Royalty Speaks Chicago?
Royalty Speaks Chicago is a curated live experience featuring a lineup of speakers, panel conversations, networking and meaningful connections in a premium, professionally designed environment.
Who should attend?
Royalty Speaks Chicago is for speakers, authors, coaches, entrepreneurs, business owners, professionals, students, growth-minded individuals who enjoy powerful stories, inspiration, networking, meaningful conversations, and being in the right room.
What can I expect?
A lineup of speakers, powerful panel conversations, and opportunities to connect in a polished, intentional setting designed for insight and meaningful interaction.
Will there be networking?
Yes. There will be natural opportunities to connect with other attendees throughout the event in an engaging and comfortable environment.
What is included with General Admission?
General Admission • Access to all live speaker sessions • Opportunity to connect with speakers, business owners & professionals • Inspiring in-room experience designed to elevate your thinking & expand your network • Food & beverages not included • Limited seats available.
What is included with Preferred Admission?
Preferred Admission • Access to all live speaker sessions • Opportunity to connect with speakers, business owners & professionals • Reserved seating section • Lunch & beverage provided • Seamless in-room experience without needing to step away • Limited seats available
Will food be provided?
Yes. Preferred Admission includes lunch & beverage.
What is the dress code?
Business, business casual, or elevated casual. We encourage you to show up in a way that reflects the professional and polished environment.
Is seating limited?
Yes. Seating is limited to maintain the quality, comfort, and overall experience of the room.
Are tickets refundable?
All ticket sales are final. Tickets may be transferable with advance notice. Reserve your seat now and join us for a powerful day of live speakers, meaningful stories, business insight, networking, and connection.
Will there be vendors?
A limited number of curated vendors may be included as part of the experience to enhance the overall event.
Vendor inquiries?
Vendor participation is limited and curated. Apply here: https://royaltyspeaks.co/vendor
What should I bring?
Business cards or a digital way to connect, something for notes, and an open mindset ready for conversation and connection.
Sponsor Inquiries
Sponsor participation is limited and curated. Apply here: https://royaltyspeaks.co/sponsor
Where can I park for the event?
Free Weekend street parking is typically available near the venue. Please check posted signage. Paid parking is also available at Kimbark South Parking Garage, east of the building behind The Study hotel. Weekend flat rate: $11 for 24 hrs. Learn more here: https://shorturl.at/f7QB4
