Elevate Your Public Speaking & Pitching Skills

The Social Impact Starter Series (SISS) is an interactive, five-part workshop program designed for aspiring and early-stage social innovators. Through hands-on sessions, participants gain essential skills, confidence, and tools to turn ideas into impactful action. The series emphasizes practical learning, clear communication, and a growth mindset, equipping changemakers with actionable strategies for social and entrepreneurial projects.

Session 3: ELEVATE

Elevate Your Public Speaking & Pitching Skills

Participant Outcome: Communicate ideas with confidence.

During this session, you will:

• Learn practical frameworks for delivering engaging and persuasive presentations.

• Build confidence communicating complex ideas to diverse audiences.

• Practice structuring a compelling pitch that inspires action and support.

• Explore strategies for adapting your message to funders, collaborators, community partners, and decision-makers.

• Leave with practical techniques to strengthen presentations, pitches, and everyday professional communication.

Sue Crawford leads The HIVE, UCalgary Nursing’s Health Systems Transformation Initiative, bringing people together to explore complex challenges and advance meaningful change. A registered nurse, educator, and social innovator, her work spans health systems transformation, nursing innovation, social entrepreneurship, and transdisciplinary co-design. Sue is passionate about helping people recognize the value of their ideas, build the skills to move them forward, and translate insight into meaningful impact.

Perfect for: Anyone who wants to become a stronger presenter, advocate, or spokesperson.

Past participants say: " I think it really helped me with pubic speaking skill and pitching skill that I lack of. Also it helped me boost my confidence to present my business or project ideas to others!"

No prior experience required. In-person attendees: enjoy light snacks and networking in a supportive space!