
Registration is now open!
2025 Virtual Speak Up Conference
Join us online from anywhere in the world on July 10 – 12, 2025, to learn how to spread the gospel and build up the body of Christ effectively through speaking and writing.
Learn From Dynamic Keynote Speakers
Attend six powerful keynote sessions and six breakout sessions to take your ministry to the next level.
Join the live-streaming event from anywhere in the world
Virtual attendees have the flexibility to attend from the comfort of their own environment, save money on travel and housing costs, and enjoy the breakout sessions at any time!
You’ll also have the opportunity to hear from faculty from behind-the-scenes interviews with our virtual director.
As Christ’s Followers, We Have The Opportunity Of A Lifetime…
We get to use our gifts to share stories and experiences that can transform the lives of others all for God’s glory. If God has called you to write, speak or lead, the SpeakUp Conference is for you!
Learn, Grow & Connect
Experience all this and more…
- Live-Streamed Access on YouTube – All keynotes, panels, and workshops from the main stage
- Exclusive interviews with onsite faculty
- 6 Exclusive Virtual Faculty Zoom Workshops
- Downloadable General Conference Notebook
- Prayer Room
- Giveaways during main sessions
- Pre-Conference Zoom Workshop with Carol Kent, Debbie Alsdorf, and Carol Tetzlaff
1:1 Industry Professional Virtual Appointments
If your registration level includes 1:1 appointments with virtual faculty, you will receive a special scheduling document prior to the conference where you can select your appointment times.
Appointments will be available both during the Speak Up Conference and the following week, as most of our virtual faculty will have greater availability to meet after the main event.
Scheduling will be first come, first served, so the earlier you sign up, the more options you’ll have!
Once you select your appointment time, your faculty member will send you:
- Their personal Zoom link
- Instructions on how to connect
- Any details on how to prepare for your meeting so you can make the most of your 15-minute coaching session.
We encourage you to sign up as soon as the scheduling link is available to secure your preferred time slot!
ONLINE Experience
Get Your Virtual Ticket
Select a ticket option below to save your seat for the Virtual Speak Up Conference on July 10 – 12, 2025, from anywhere in the world. Use Shop Pay at checkout for no-interest monthly payments!
Basic
$99
Includes
BEST Value
All Access
$299
Includes Speaking, Writing & Ministry Development Tracks
Deluxe
$149
Includes Either Speaking or Writing Track
From The SpeakUp Community
This conference can be life-changing, but don’t just take our word for it!
Virtual Workshops
Click one of the session titles to learn more about what each session will cover.
Presented Live During the Conference
Virtual Breakout Sessions
Click one of the session titles to learn more about what each session will cover. Watch these sessions on your own during the conference or purchase the full access ticket to have access for one year!
Speakers
Writers
Ministry Development
Our Virtual Team
The virtual conference would not be possible without our incredible virtual & tech team!

Carol Tetzlaff
Virtual Producer
Carol is co-owner and associate publisher at Redemption Press. She partners with authors to publish and market their books with excellence. Her passion is to bring their message to print for God’s glory as we build the kingdom together.

Ginny Davidson
Assistant Virtual Producer
Ginny is an over-comer, brain tumor survivor, wife, and mother boldly declaring God’s hope and peace. After completing her M.A. in Education from Grand Canyon University, she speaks so others can experience freedom from anxiety and life change. With experience teaching, leading, and writing, Ginny brings these skills together with her story of overcoming adversity to not only encourage but to equip others from fear to freedom, from anxiety to hope.

Bethany Jett
Marketing Workshop, agent
Bethany Jett is a multi-published nonfiction author, associate literary agent with C.Y.L.E Agency, and a seasoned marketing strategist (MFA in Communications). She launched her career with a Writer of the Year award and a book contract, and now helps writers pitch, build platform, and reach publishing success. Known for guiding clients from ideas to published books, she’s passionate about marketing copy and proposals

Lori Hatcher
Writing Workshop, writing Coach
Lori Hatcher shares biblical hope and encouragement for busy women. An award-winning Toastmasters speaker and writer, she’s authored three devotionals—Hungry for God…Starving for Time (Christian Small Publisher 2016 Book of the Year), Refresh Your Faith, and Joy in the Journey. As a pastor’s wife and former editor of Reach Out, Columbiamagazine, she’s interviewed spiritual leaders and helped women connect with God amid life’s busyness.

Amberly Neese
speaking Workshop, speaking coach
Amberly blends humor with truth to help people experience the freedom and joy God offers. She’s the voice behind Bible studies like The Belonging Project, Common Ground, and the devotional The Friendship Initiative. Amberly is in demand as a speaker/comedian for national events like Aspire and Marriage Date Night. With degrees from Biola and faculty roles at Embry-Riddle and Grand Canyon University, she equips others to connect and thrive in community.

Shelly Brown
marketing coach
Shelly Brown co-leads Redemption Press, bringing her passion for storytelling and ministry to every project. With years of experience in marketing strategy and a heart for empowering authors, she guides writers to expand their reach, engage their audience, and steward their calling with excellence. She’s deeply passionate about discipleship through her involvement with Love UnVeiled, a ministry dedicated to healing and transformation for women.

Sara Cormany
publishing coach
Sara Cormany is a passionate storyteller who helps others find God’s grace amid life’s messes. A chronic illness fighter and survivor of stroke and sepsis, she is living proof that hard stories can still be good stories. Sara is an award‑winning author (Even When: Experiencing God’s Presence on Difficult Days) and has guided many through their writing journey—by muddying it with grace and truth

Becky Antkowiak
Chat room Hostess

Micah Juntunen
Prayer Room Hostess

Heather Rider
Appointment Hostess
Frequently Asked Questions
If you have questions that have not been answered, please get in touch with us.