Congratulations
We are excited to hear you speak at our upcoming gathering.
Be sure to check your email for more instructions.
Instructions are below for your reference.
So you are going to speak...
You've most likely been to a Barnabas event before, even if not one from our Chapter. In which case, you know how impactful your presentation can be for your ministry.
The Partners are always looking for a ministry to get connected with that they can help. As a featured ministry, it's your turn to shine!
Preparation if key. No matter how good of a presenter you may be, our Partners can tell when a speaker does not prepare. So don't wait for the last minute.
In fact, if you feel that you will not be able to prepare well for the event, let us know. We can work with you to speak at a future gathering.
We want to help you put your best foot forward!
Milestones/Key Points
Marketing Content - Sep 23
2-Page Report (Draft) - Sep 23
2-Page Report (Final) - Sep 30
Powerpoint File - Oct 18
Your speaking coach will help you with most of these items. Should you have any questions or concerns, be sure to communicate with them early.
Date: Tues, Oct 28, 2025
Arrival: 4p (for setup)
Location: Benedict Castle; 5445 Chicago Ave, Riverside, CA 92507
What to Expect
We are thrilled that you have accepted our invitation to speak. We are working hard to prepare for your arrival. To help you get started, we have outlined some important details below.
Even if you've spoken at a Barnabas gathering before, please read slowly through this page. Each chapter operates differently and we want to ensure you have all the necessary information for a successful presentation.
P.S. Consider saving or pinning this page for easy access later, but don't share it. This page is specific for you.
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Maximize Your Impact
We’ll connect you with one of our speaking coaches, who will be available to assist with any questions you may have about the event, and help you prepare your presentation and two-page report.
Make sure to take advantage of their support early on. Waiting until the last minute to prepare, even for experienced speakers, will make a difference—trust us!
Not sure who your coach is? Don't worry, they will be reaching out to you soon.
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Who Are You?
Along with your presentation (PowerPoint), we’ll need a headshot, your organization's logo, and a brief bio.
We use these materials to introduce you to our guests through pre-event emails, giving them a chance to get to know you in advance. These are among the first things we’ll need from you, so please prioritize submitting them as soon as possible.
Once you’re ready, you can upload your content by clicking the button below. Don't forget to submit your marketing material.
Submit Your Content
Marketing Content
This includes your Headshot, Organization Logo, and Bio. Both the headshot and logo should be 512x512, PNG, JPG, or JPEG format.
2-Page Report
You can upload your draft and final doc using this form. Be sure the file is a PDF format, and it is ONLY TWO PAGES.
Powerpoint
You can upload your Powerpoint this form. Check the file format is 16:9 and self contained.
We've put a few Frequently Asked Questions below to help you out. If you have any questions we have not answered for you below, please reach out to your coach.
Can I Bring Guests?
Yes, you can bring two guests with you. If you'd like to invite more ministry guests, please talk to your presentation coach and they can determine if this is possible.
However, if you are seeking to invite potential Partners to the event, you can invite as many as you'd like. As you can imagine, the more Partners we have in the room, the more opportunity for connections to happen. Which is the point of The Barnabas Group - Inland Empire.
What Can I Bring?
We will have some table space available for you to promote your ministry to guests. Guests arrive at 5pm for checkin/networking. There is limited time to engage guests during the event, so we encourage you to be ready to network when guests arrive.
Depending on the venue, you may be setup outside. Be sure to prepare accordingly (wind, heat, cold).
Can I Revoke My Invitation?
If you feel that you will not be prepared enough for the event, you can certainly cancel or revoke your acceptance, but please keep in mind that it is unlikely that we will have time to invite another speaker. So this will certainly disrupt the event.
With that said, if you have any concerns, please be sure to address them with your presentation coach.
What If I Don't Provide Marketing Content?
The Marketing Content is designed to help promote you and your ministry. So that our guests are prepared to get involved with your ministry, we send out emails throughout the weeks prior to the event to introduce each speaker. We include a graphic with your headshot and your bio. Additionally, the day of the event, we include your headshot and bio in the packet. (Emails contain a longer bio than the packet.)
If we don't receive your Marketing Content in time, it is possible that not only will your email not be sent, your highlight in the packet may not be included either.
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Event Details
Date: Oct 28, 2025
Location: Benedict Castle; 5445 Chicago Ave, Riverside, CA 92507
Arrival: 4 PM - setup your ministry table
Network: 5 PM - be prepared to network
Clean-up: 8:30 PM
Be sure to register your entire crew, including yourself.
Be sure to bring marketing materials for your table.
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