Step Into the Spotlight

Apply to Speak at the Podium Project

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

February 17, 2026 | 10:00 am – 3:30 pm

United Way | 50 Waugh Dr, Houston, TX 77007

Why the Podium Project Exists

The Podium Project was born because of a truth we can’t ignore: even today, most stages are dominated by men. But every time a woman’s voice is missing, we lose something—a perspective, a story, a lived experience.

We believe the reason so many women aren’t on stage isn’t because they lack ideas or passion; it’s because they often lack the tools to be seen as speakers: experience, polished reels, compelling bios, professional branding photos, feedback, and a community that champions them.

The Podium Project exists to change that. We give women and underrepresented voices those assets. We provide space to practice, feedback to grow, and confidence to step forward.

The Podium Project Difference

 The Podium Project is the only speaker studio that combines live stage experience, professional media, and a supportive community to help speakers grow their brand and impact.

We promise to create a professional, supportive, and empowering space where you will:

• Step onto the stage with confidence
• Capture world-class collateral
• Walk away with more than a reel — a stronger voice, a stronger network, and the momentum to grow your impact