Speak at the Best Business Expo
Take the stage in front of Texas decision makers.
The Best Business Expo puts speakers in front of hundreds of business owners, founders, and decision makers. If you have something worth teaching, we want to hear your pitch.
Why Speak With Us
- A room full of decision makers, not passive attendees.
- Real stage time: keynotes, panels, and practical workshops.
- Position yourself as the authority in your industry.
- Every session drives attendees straight to the expo floor, where you keep the conversation going.
Session Formats
We program three formats across all four cities.
Solo Sessions
You, the stage, and a room ready to learn. Bring your best material.
Panels
3 to 4 guest speakers plus an emcee. Panelists share the session cost.
Workshops
Tactical and hands on, built around takeaways attendees use the same week.
Speaking Sessions and Independently Funded Workshops
National Business Expo does not include complimentary speaking slots as a standard exhibitor, sponsor, or Host Committee benefit.
Our primary event experience is a B2B business expo focused on exhibitors, decision makers, and business relationships. We recognize that workshops, educational seminars, and speaking sessions can provide additional value. However, they also introduce additional venue, audiovisual, marketing, scheduling, and staffing costs.
Individuals or organizations interested in producing a workshop or speaking event may discuss a separately funded arrangement with NBE. The speaker or presenting organization is expected to cover the approved incremental expenses associated with their program. Final costs, deliverables, and payment requirements must be agreed upon in advance.
Illustrative Speaker Event Expenses
Meeting Room Rental
Additional breakout or banquet room for your session.
AV Equipment and Services
Sound, projection, and production support.
Targeted Database Build
Recommended. Curated outreach to fill your room.
Email and Paid Promotion
Per month, recommended. Drives registrations to your session.
These estimates are preliminary and depend on the venue, city, workshop requirements, marketing scope, and length of the promotional campaign.
- NBE rents the main banquet halls for every expo, and breakout rooms are available for speaking engagements.
- Host your session on expo day and our overflow audience is encouraged and directed to attend. We do not guarantee a specific headcount.
Audience Commitment
NBE may evaluate more flexible commercial terms where a presenting organization can substantiate a strong ability to attract qualified attendees. Useful supporting evidence could include:
- Verified historical attendance at similar programs.
- Existing registration commitments.
- Relevant email audience and established engagement results.
- Confirmed organizational partners.
- A credible, measurable attendee acquisition plan.
A proposed attendance guarantee must define the number of qualified attendees, verification method, promotional responsibilities, deadlines, and consequences if the commitment is not met.
A speaker's projected audience does not by itself eliminate venue or production costs. No speaking opportunity should be represented as confirmed until NBE approves the scope and an appropriate written agreement is completed.
What to Know Before You Pitch
- Tell us whether your session will be video recorded.
- If you record, you agree to provide National Business Expo a copy of the recording.
- Panel sessions split the session cost across the panelists and emcee.
Submit Your Proposal
Fill out the proposal form below. We review every submission.
Speaker FAQ
Q: Do I get a free speaking slot with my booth?
A: No. Speaking slots are not included as a standard exhibitor, sponsor, or Host Committee benefit. Every speaking engagement is a separately funded arrangement.
Q: What topics work best?
A: Sales, marketing, operations, finance, leadership, and anything that helps a small business grow. Tactical beats theoretical.
Q: How are speakers selected?
A: We review every proposal and select the sessions that deliver the most value to attendees. If it is a fit, we will be in touch.
Q: Can I speak in multiple cities?
A: Yes. Tell us which cities work for you in your proposal.
Q: Can I present with a partner?
A: Yes. Panels are built for it: 3 to 4 guest speakers plus an emcee, with the session cost shared.
Pitch Your Session
Houston, Austin, Dallas, San Antonio. Stages are limited in every city.
Submit Your Proposal