WASHINGTON, Sept. 12, 2025 -- The stage is set, the cameras are rolling, and the red carpet is ready. The iconic Howard Theatre and the National Press Club will once again host Speak Sell Shine, a transformative two-day experience designed to elevate entrepreneurs, authors, and speakers to national visibility. The event will be held October 6–7, 2025.
The 2025 Speak Sell Shine Cohort has been revealed, featuring an extraordinary lineup of professionals who are ready to amplify their voices, build their brands, and expand their impact on a global stage.
This third annual cohort includes:
- Sharise Nance (Pittsburgh, PA)
- Dr. Reginald Cunningham, Sr. (Atlanta, GA)
- Leslie Graham Andrews (Detroit, MI)
- Senita M. Hill (Laurel, MD)
- Dr. Coylette James (Las Vegas, NV)
- Wyevetra Jordan (Washington, DC)
- Chris Howell (Dallas, TX)
- Dr. Maxine Bryant (Savannah, GA)
- Melody Augustin-Roberts (Fort Myers, FL)
- Dr. Teresa Jeter (Muncie, IN)
- Jennifer Ponder (Atlanta, GA)
- Dr. Stephanie Wall (Baltimore, MD)
- Natalie Southwell (Atlanta, GA)
- Marsha Evans (Washington, DC)
"These leaders are positioned to win big," said Pam Perry, co-host of Speak Sell Shine and publisher of Speakers Magazine. "This experience will transform not only their speaking careers but also their ability to attract media, grow their businesses, and shine on the national stage. I am beyond excited to see the brilliance of this cohort unfold in Washington, D.C."
What to Expect
This year's program is bigger and bolder than ever:
- Red Carpet & Broadcast Interviews at the National Press Club and the Howard Theatre
- Media Dinner with top journalists and national media decision-makers
- Speaker Showcase — packaging the entire cohort into a high-visibility presentation for media and event organizers
- Exclusive Features in Speakers Magazine, an award-winning magazine for Black speakers
- Rising Star Spotlight with one standout featured on a Times Square billboard in New York city
- Live Brand
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