2025 Connect & Thrive Women’s Conferences

Los Angeles 2025 Connect & Thrive Women’s Conference
July 26, 2025, 8:00am – 6:00pm

Raleigh-Durham 2025 Connect & Thrive Women’s Conference
June 28, 2025, 8:00am – 6:00pm


BENEFITS FOR VOLUNTEER TEEN SPEAKERS:

As a teen volunteer speaker, you will receive:

  • Free admission for the teen speaker and one parent/guardian.
  • Complimentary meals including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and non-alcoholic drinks
  • A Certificate of Participation
  • Visibility and recognition among peers and attendees on our website and all marketing materials
  • A free booth at the event
  • Exclusive event swag

Requirements for Teen Volunteer Speakers

Age and Eligibility:

  • Must be a female between the ages of 14 and 19.
  • Open to residents of Los Angeles, Charlotte, and Raleigh-Durham.

Experience and Expertise:

  • Must have a personal entrepreneurial journey or relevant experience in a field of interest.
  • Demonstrated passion and knowledge in your area of expertise.

Presentation Skills:

  • Ability to effectively communicate and present in front of an audience.
  • Confidence in public speaking and engaging with diverse audiences.

Commitment and Availability:

  • Availability to participate in pre-conference meetings and rehearsals.
  • Commitment to attending the conference and presenting on the scheduled date.

School Requirements:

  • Must be currently enrolled in high school or a homeschool program.
  • Two letters of recommendation is required from a school teacher, counselor, or principal.
  • Must have parental or guardian consent to participate.

Application Requirements:

  • Submit a completed application form by the specified deadline, January 31, 2025.
  • Include a brief personal statement about your entrepreneurial journey and why you want to speak.
  • Provide a sample of your presentation or a brief video introduction (if available).

Professionalism:

  • Adherence to conference guidelines and schedules.
  • Professional conduct during all conference-related activities.

Inspirational Qualities:

  • A strong desire to inspire and empower fellow young women.
  • Willingness to share personal stories, insights, and strategies for overcoming challenges.

Approval Process:

All applications will be reviewed and approved by the board members of Camp S.W.A.G. and The Lady’z Lounge. For more details or questions, please contact volunteer@cswag.or or give Dorothy a call at (424) 354-9196.


Please submit letters of recommendation either by email or mail:

  • Email: Send to Dorothy@cswag.org
  • Mail: Address to Camp S.W.A.G., P.O. Box 3392, Cary, NC 27519

We look forward to hearing your story and seeing you shine at the 2025 Connect & Thrive Women’s Conference!