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SpeakUp Conference
If God has called you to write, speak or lead… 

Join Us For Speak Up Conference 2025

Be a part of the next generation of skilled Christian communicators. Hone your craft with like-minded believers July 10 – 12, 2025, in person in Grand Rapids, Michigan, or virtually from anywhere in the world.

If God has called you to write, speak or lead… 

Join Us For
Speak Up Conference 2025

Be a part of the next generation of skilled Christian communicators. Hone your craft with like-minded believers July 10 – 12, 2025, in person in Grand Rapids, Michigan, or virtually from anywhere in the world.

Why Speak Up?

Feel God move in and around you as you strengthen your skills for His glory. The Speak Up Conference is a three-day event where Christian communicators gather to learn how to spread the gospel and build up the body of Christ through speaking and writing.

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Gain insight from globally recognized authors and speakers whose tips and tricks will help you take your ministry to the next level.

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Attendees

Begin lifelong connections with fellow Christian authors, speakers, and ministry leaders who will encourage you and challenge you to be your best.

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Mentor Appointments

Attend in person and meet with publishers and industry experts who will help guide and determine the next steps for your ministry.

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Propel your speaking or writing to the next level through expert training and instruction.

Learn how to craft a book proposal

Meet with top literary agents, publishers, editors, or speaking coaches (live conference only)

Gain the tools needed to move forward in an ever-changing industry

Discover the latest trends from industry leaders

Grow your platform through social media, email, and online networking

Network with other Christians who are passionate about speaking and writing for God’s glory

Become Even More Inspired To Use Your Gifts To Further God’s Kingdom.

This year’s conference schedule includes a long list of dynamic keynote speakers you won’t find elsewhere. With a wide variety of topics and specialties, you’re sure to hear a keynote that speaks straight to your heart. Explore our speaker roster below to learn more about what’s in store this year.

Carol Kent

Rachel Wojo

Rachel Wojo

Barb Roose

Scott Lindsey

Katie M. Reid

Karen Porter

Karen Porter

Tailor the experience to meet your needs.

Customize your conference experience! Choose from one of three flexible options – live/ in-person, virtual, or satellite. Each experience can be customized to include the breakout sessions most applicable to your ministry.

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Attend the live Speak Up Conference in person in Grand Rapids, MI.

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Virtual Conference

Experience the Speak Up Conference online from anywhere in the world!

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Satellite Conference

Enjoy the Speak Up Conference in your community with a local group!

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From The Speak Up Community

There is a reason Speak Up attendees keep coming back year after year. This conference can be a life-changing investment for the future of your ministry–and His kingdom. But don’t just take our word for it. Take a look at what past attendees have had to say.

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SpeakUp is one of the most informative, friendly, blessed conferences I look forward to each year! I highly recommend it to all my writer and speaker friends!
~ Phylis M.
Glean, grow & stay relevant!
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Speak Up is equipping me to constantly glean, grow, and stay relevant as a communicator in today’s world. I consider it a MUST conference to attend in my life.
~ Tricia H.
Boost your ministry to the next level
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SpeakUp is a conference that will boost you to the next level of whatever God has called you to do! It will give you confidence, hope and excitement for the future!
~ Leann S.
The training is invaluable!
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God used this equipping event to help me surrender my all to Him! The training I received was invaluable for the next step of my speaking and writing ministry!
~ Jodi T.
Healing work that has freed me!
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God used the SpeakUp Conference to complete a healing work in me that has freed me to enjoy writing, speaking, and teaching in ways I never have before.
~ Shellie A.

preview a conference session

Sign up below and we’ll send you the replay of last year’s session: “How God Can Use the Worst Part of Your Story” by Bruce Martin.

Ready to level up your ministry and use your gifts to change the world?

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