Finding Your Voice: Public Speaking with Confidence (Even as an Introvert)

Public speaking doesn’t have to feel like a nightmare—yes, even for introverts! In this fun workshop, PowerToFly event hosts Meg Alexander and Hunter Lee Canning are joined by PowerToFly’s Rob Ribar as they break down the secrets to speaking with confidence while staying true to yourself. Learn how to calm those nerves, craft compelling messages, and engage any audience without feeling like you have to put on a performance. Meg and Hunter will share real-world tips, personal stories, and easy-to-apply strategies to help you shine in meetings, presentations, and beyond.

Meet the Speakers

Meg Alexander

Meg Alexander joined the PowerToFly community as a job-seeker in 2014, eventually landing her first remote role working for PowerToFly's Delivery Team. Her professional experience includes roles as a Talent Advocate, Head of Purchasing for a window factory, audiobook publishing, & more than 5 years as a paralegal. She has a bachelor's degree in Art History from Indiana University (mint condition, never been used!), where she also earned a varsity letter for Women's Rowing. She loves DIY projects and will never say no to french fries. She lives in Toledo, OH with her husband Aaron, an engineering technician, and their dogs, Radar & Cake.

Hunter Canning (He/They)

Hunter Canning is a New York based performer, public speaker and events moderator. They are also the founders of Quill Life, an AI-powered storytelling strategy platform. A conscience citizen of the world, their ethos is bringing people together through all the facets of life. Be it producing live performance or creating corporate recruitment content; Hunter has a passion for bringing people together to foster growth, kindness and a true understanding of each other.

About Diversity Reboot Summit

Level Up Your Career at PowerToFly’s Premier Professional Development Summit! 🚀

The workplace is evolving—are you ready to grow with it? Join PowerToFly for a dynamic four-day summit designed to help professionals at all levels upskill, lead, and unlock new career opportunities.

Between 2019 and 2023, women-owned businesses added 1.7 million firms, $579.6 billion in revenue, and 1.4 million jobs to the economy. Women now hold 35% of jobs in the 10 highest-paying occupations—up from just 13% in 1980. Despite this progress, workplace challenges remain, making continuous learning and career development more important than ever.

What’s in Store:

💡 Expert-Led Keynotes – Gain insights from top leaders in business, tech, policy, and media.
🛠️ Upskilling Workshops – Stay ahead of industry trends with hands-on learning.
🔥 Engaging Panels – Learn from industry experts on topics that matter to today’s workforce.
🤝 Networking Sessions – Connect with professionals and expand your career opportunities.
🎤 Fireside Chats – Get candid career advice from top thought leaders.

Key Topics Include:

📈 Career Growth & Upskilling – Build the skills needed to stay competitive.
👩💼 Leadership & Management – Develop strategies to lead with confidence.
⚖️ Work-Life Integration – Find balance while advancing your career.
🚀 Entrepreneurship & Innovation – Learn how to scale and grow your business.

Virtual Job Fair 🎯

Looking for your next career move? Close out the week with our two-day virtual job fair, featuring top companies actively hiring across multiple industries and experience levels.

Past Speakers Include:

Valerie Jarrett, Arianna Huffington, Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, Johnny C. Taylor Jr., Carla Harris, Jonah Peretti, and many more industry leaders.

This free virtual event is open to professionals looking to enhance their careers, expand their networks, and take their leadership skills to the next level. Don’t miss this chance to invest in yourself and shape the future of your career!

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