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Applications to join the program and speak at the upcoming Podium Project are closed, and tickets are not yet available for our next event.

If you would like to be informed about the next round of applications, please submit an interest form.

We’ll keep you posted on dates and timelines!

Register to Attend the First Ever Podium Project

The Podium Project is an elite speaker accelerator designed to amplify women’s voices, elevate underrepresented leaders, and provide speakers with the tools to land more stages.

Be a part of our mission to give women the platform and the opportunity to be heard and represent their community.


Join us for an exciting day of live, energetic, and fast-paced talks!

February 17, 2026 | 11:00 am - 3:30 pm

United Way | 50 Waugh Dr, Houston, TX 77007


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Podium Project Registration
$149.00

Registration to attend is open! Join us for a high-energy day of TED-style talks, bold ideas, and real connection. Come ready to learn, meet impressive women leaders, and leave with fresh momentum—plus a front-row view of what Podium Project is all about.

Your ticket includes lunch and a seat to experience or keynote speaker, Haddie Djemal, and our 12 featured speakers. It also supports our mission of helping women build their public speaking brand and land more paid opportunities, so we truly appreciate your contribution.

Podium Project Registration - Half Day
$75.00

Can’t make it before lunch time? This half-day ticket gives you entry to Podium Project at 1:30 pm. Experience the afternoon session of featured speakers and our closing keynote, Dr. Keith D. Dorsey. You will get access to all of our exhibitors as well. See the event schedule for details on what the second half of the day looks like.

It also supports our mission of helping women build their public speaking brand and land more paid opportunities, so we truly appreciate your contribution.

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