BRANDING & INFLUENCE

Inspire Action Through Insight and Experience

Our Speaking Engagements bring Imara-IHG’s expertise to global stages, helping audiences understand resilience, leadership, and the power of purposeful action in a changing world.

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At Imara-IHG, we believe that thought leadership is a powerful catalyst for change. Our Speaking Engagements service is designed for executives, practitioners, and organizations that want to shape public discourse, build credibility, and drive visibility in key spaces.

We help you identify the right platforms—from global conferences to industry panels and high-level policy forums—curating opportunities that match your strategic goals and showcase your unique voice. We support you through every step: refining your message, aligning it with your mission, preparing compelling visuals, and navigating the application or nomination process.

Whether your focus is climate resilience, corporate responsibility, humanitarian partnerships, or post-disaster recovery, we position you as a trusted voice—one that audiences remember and respect.

Do You Need Urgent Support?

If you have an upcoming high-stakes presentation, panel, or public appearance and need immediate expert guidance, we can help. Our team provides rapid support to refine your message, strengthen your delivery, and ensure your participation reinforces your organization’s resilience and credibility.

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Outcomes you can expect

Increased visibility in key spaces

Secure speaking opportunities that align with your mission and elevate your presence in influential forums and networks.

Stronger public credibility

Position yourself or your organization as a trusted voice on critical issues—backed by clear messaging and professional presence.

Message clarity & alignment

Refine your message so it resonates with audiences, aligns with your mission, and supports long-term influence goals.

Expanded strategic influence

Shape public discourse and policy conversations by showing up with purpose, preparation, and a compelling point of view.

These Videos Matter!

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Why People Ignore Risk. Behavioral Economics in Disaster Management

Sofía Pérez-Guzmán

Who Does What in Disaster Response? Faith-Based Aid, Funding, and Coordination

Marie Anne Sliwinski

Who Is Responsible for Preparedness? Lessons from Typhoon Haiyan and Household Data

Vincenzo Bolletino

Beyond the Numbers: Applying Sphere Standards With Dignity and Judgment

Aninia Nadig

What’s Included

Our Speaking Engagements service helps leaders and organizations show up with purpose, clarity, and credibility. We support you through every step—from identifying the right platforms to refining your message and preparing for delivery. Each engagement is mapped to the third stage of our Path to Resilience framework—where visibility and influence become strategic tools for change.

Scope and Structure

We deliver a full-cycle support process built around five integrated components that ensure your voice is heard, respected, and remembered:

Each component is tailored to your sector, audience, and visibility goals—ensuring your voice is not only heard, but remembered.

Platform Identification & Matching

Curate speaking opportunities that align with your mission, expertise, and strategic visibility goals.

Message Refinement & Framing

Clarify your core message, align it with your mission, and tailor it to resonate with target audiences and event themes.

Visuals & Presentation Support

Prepare compelling slides, visuals, and handouts that reinforce your message and elevate your delivery.

Application & Nomination Guidance

Navigate submission processes, speaker bios, and nomination materials with strategic positioning and polish.

Post-Event Visibility Strategy

Amplify your presence through post-event content, media mentions, and stakeholder follow-up that extends your influence.

Typical Format and Schedule

A standard Speaking Engagements support cycle runs 4–6 weeks, divided into three progressive phases. Each phase builds on the last—moving from strategic positioning to message refinement to post-event amplification—so that your voice is heard, respected, and remembered.

Platform Strategy & Positioning

Week 1–2: Identify high-impact speaking opportunities based on your goals, expertise, and visibility needs. Develop positioning materials and speaker bios.

Message Development & Prep

Week 3–4: Refine your message, align it with your mission, and prepare visuals or handouts. Practice delivery and receive feedback on tone, clarity, and presence.

Post-Event Amplification

Week 5–6: Capture key moments, share highlights, and follow up with stakeholders. Extend your influence through media mentions, content repurposing, and strategic outreach.

Speaking engagements schedule visualization

Optional Add-Ons

Speaker Coaching Intensives

One-on-one sessions to refine delivery, manage nerves, and strengthen presence on stage or screen.

Nomination & Award Strategy

Support for speaker awards, fellowships, and recognition programs that elevate your profile and credibility.

Content Repurposing Toolkit

Templates and guidance for turning your talk into blog posts, social media threads, or partner-ready materials.

Our Leading Experts in this Area

Cnel. George Hadrick, M.A.

Former US NATO Diplomat. US Army Colonel (Retired)

Charilaos Mertzanis, Ph.D.

Professor of Finance, Abu Dhabi University

Andrew Slaten

Adjunct Professor, Millersville University; Editorial Board member, The Yearbook of International Disaster Law (BRILL); Deputy Director, International Affairs, FEMA (Retired)

Fernando Rivera, Ph.D.

Diego Otegui, Ph.D.

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