Cindy Bultema
Speaker, Author, Ministry Leader
Cindy Bultema is a nationally recognized speaker, author, and seasoned ministry leader, passionate about equipping and encouraging others to live out their faith boldly.
Get To Know Cindy
Cindy Bultema loves Jesus and has a passion for teaching God’s Word. As a Bible teacher, speaker, author, and overcomer in Christ, she loves helping others experience the hope and freedom found in Him.
With more than 25 years of ministry experience, Cindy is known for teaching Scripture with authenticity, humor, and practical application. Her greatest joy is helping people understand God’s Word and apply His truth to their everyday lives.
Cindy’s own story is a powerful testimony of God’s transforming grace. Her journey includes addiction, single parenting, profound loss, and brokenness, but those chapters do not define her story. Jesus does. Cindy loves reminding others that no past is too messy, no person is too far gone, and no story is beyond God’s power to redeem.
Cindy is the author of Red Hot Faith and Live Full, Walk Free and has written Bible study curriculum for adults and children. She has spoken at conferences, retreats, churches, and leadership events across North America and has been part of the Speak Up faculty since 2011.
Cindy is also the founder of Bultema Impact Group, where she equips and empowers leaders and organizations to maximize their impact, and she serves as an adjunct professor at Cornerstone University, investing in the next generation of Christian leaders.
Cindy lives in Michigan with her husband, John, and loves spending time with their four adult children.
Breakout Session
Speaker Mistakes to Avoid:
Twenty Years of Lessons Learned the Hard Way
After more than twenty years of speaking at conferences, retreats, women’s events, and leadership gatherings, Cindy Bultema has learned a few things the hard way. Some lessons came through great successes. Others came through mistakes she’d rather not repeat.
In this honest, practical, and encouraging workshop, Cindy shares the biggest lessons she’s learned, along with common pitfalls she’s watched other speakers make. From undercharging and overcommitting to neglecting follow up and comparing yourself to others, participants will discover practical ways to avoid unnecessary setbacks and build a speaking ministry marked by excellence, integrity, and longevity.
Participants will leave encouraged, equipped, and ready to move forward with greater wisdom and confidence.
Workshop Objectives
Participants will:
● Identify common mistakes that can hinder a growing speaking ministry.
● Learn practical strategies to avoid unnecessary setbacks.
● Gain confidence in making wise ministry and business decisions.
● Develop a healthier mindset for long-term faithfulness rather than short-term success.
Presenting and Negotiating Your Speaker Fees
Few topics make speakers more uncomfortable than money. How much should I charge? What if an event can’t afford me? How do I talk about contracts without scaring people off?
If you’ve ever wrestled with questions about fees, contracts, or expenses, this workshop is for you. Cindy will help you replace fear with confidence and give you practical language you can use right away. Together we’ll cover:
● Three essential factors to consider when setting (or raising) your speaking fees.
● How to present and negotiate your honorarium with professionalism and confidence.
● The key components of a speaker contract (and why you should never speak without one).
● Creative solutions when a group wants you to come but funding falls short.
● The #1 principle to remember every time you discuss money with an event planner.
Takeaway: Every participant will leave with a customizable contract template, a speaker fee overview, and a sample negotiation script—so you’re fully equipped to secure your next speaking engagement with clarity and confidence.
15-Minute Appointments
Want to grow your speaking ministry but aren’t sure what your next step should be? Bring Cindy your questions about finding more speaking opportunities, setting or raising your fees, negotiating with event planners, creating speaker materials, handling contracts, getting repeat bookings, or building the systems you need behind the scenes.
With more than 20 years of speaking experience, Cindy will help you identify what’s working, what’s getting in the way, and the practical next steps that can move your speaking ministry forward. Come with your questions and leave with personalized ideas, honest feedback, and a clear next step you can put into action right away.
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