Keynote Speaker Troy Sandidge

For speaking engagements, Troy typically requires the following:

1. Event Details: Date, time, location (if applicable), duration, and expected audience size.
2. Topic and Objectives: Information on the theme of the event, your vision, and the key messages you want covered.
3. Technical Setup: Access to AV equipment, microphone (headset preferred), layout of stage or platform being used,
4. Logistics: Travel arrangements if the event is in person (travel and lodging is usually expected to be covered if flying or beyond reasonable miles from Troy's location, whatever comes first) or access to details for virtual event.
5. Audience Information: Insights into the audience's background, interests, and any specific challenges or knowledge they are seeking to absorb.
6. Marketing and Promoting: Access to all promotional materials and approval of imagery and language used as well as collaboration on expected marketing efforts to maximize event visibility. Accurate tagging across social platforms and expectations on content creation.
7. Pre and Post-Event Activities: A detailed agenda for event schedule with any speaking times and expected activations pre and post the event. Access to any recordings and photography taken along with opportunities to network and do follow-up meetings if relevant to the event goals.

Note: Deeper breakdown of requirements can be provided during correspondence and coordination.

Yes, Troy does offer a percentage of free speaking sessions each year, primarily reserved for youth, schools, nonprofits, and social good organizations. (Learn why)

He’s also listed on Chicago's FreeSpeakers.org and Indianapolis' FreeSpeakers.org sites, as he frequently travels between the two cities and surrounding areas.

Additionally, Troy often participates in live or virtual events for free (or drastically reduced cost) with organizations like SCORE, Chambers of Commerce, and other nonprofits. (See examples here)

If your budget is tight and you're part of a nonprofit or social organization, feel free to reach out—he’d love to explore how we can make something work.

Troy’s speaking fees are thoughtfully determined based on the specifics of each event, including the topic, location, travel requirements, audience, and overall expectations. While this approach allows flexibility, it also means the fee can vary widely depending on the details. To give you an idea, Troy's in-person keynote fees range from free (yes, free!) to around $25,000 for the day or agreed duration. This fee includes all travel and lodging expenses, so you don’t have to worry about those details.

Depending on the package you select, Troy’s involvement can also include a book-signing session with a discounted case of books, social media promotion, and an entire day at your event. He’s all in for participating in round-table discussions, panels, breakouts, workshops, and delivering a keynote—all within the same event. (Troy thrives on this marathon-like experience and has done it multiple times, as long as he gets a few breaks in between.) He’s committed to making the most of his time with your audience and may even offer free strategy or consulting sessions with a select group of attendees post-event.

To lock in your event, a minimum 25% deposit is required, with the remaining balance due after the experience is delivered. Think of his fees like booking a vacation rental: during peak times, you might pay a premium, but in slower periods, you could secure the same premium experience at a fraction of the cost.

If you’re interested in seeing how Troy’s fees align with your event, feel free to fill out this form, and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible to discuss further!