So You’d Like to Be a Speaker?

Do you have a gift to share?

At our Dine Wilder, we believe everyone carries wisdom worth sharing. Whether it’s a story from your journey, a lesson you’ve learned, or a spark of insight that could light the way for someone else - there’s a seat for you at our table.

These evenings are built on connection, storytelling, and soul. We gather not just to eat, but to expand, to listen deeply, and to be reminded of the power we hold when we come together.

We’re calling in humans who are ready to:

  • Speak from the heart

  • Inspire through truth and vulnerability

  • Spark meaningful conversations

  • Share tools, ideas, or experiences that empower others

Think less “stand-at-the-front” speaker, and more soulful facilitator.
Our dinners are intentionally conversation-focused. Your role isn’t to speak at the room - it’s to help bring it together. As a guest speaker, you’ll open the evening with a meaningful talk or reflection, and then gently guide the group into deeper conversation. It’s about creating connection, not delivering a keynote.

You’ll help turn a room of strangers into friends.

A woman stands and speaks to a group of people at a dinner party in a warmly lit room with string lights and candlelit tables.

Our Speakers

What Makes a Great Talk at Our Dinners?

At our candlelit dinner parties we love talks that are:

  • Personal and authentic

  • Rooted in lived experience

  • Uplifting or thought-provoking

Centered around themes like growth, resilience, purpose, creativity, womanhood, healing, or leadership.

  • "I had the absolute joy of speaking at Dine Wilder with Emily, and from the moment I arrived, it felt like coming home. Emily’s energy is something rare - warm, grounded, and instantly welcoming. She has a gift for making every person in the room feel seen, valued, and connected. What struck me most was how effortlessly she brought people together. It wasn’t just an event - it was an experience rooted in genuine connection, deep conversations, and the kind of presence that makes you slow down and savour the moment. Emily made everything about working with her feel easy, collaborative, and meaningful. She leads with so much heart, and it shows in every detail of the space she creates. Whether you attend as a guest or a speaker, Dine Wilder is something truly special. It’s not just a gathering - it’s a reminder of what it feels like to belong."

    - Courtney Thomas, Dine in Softness Speaker

  • "The kindest thing you can do for others is to put yourself out there with your heartfelt contribution - without hesitation or doubt. And if you're unsure, go find Emily Shimwell. She will shine a light on you (literally and figuratively) and provide all the beauty to surround your message. I'm grateful for the opportunity to share my work with the community. Navigating change through the lens of identity is potent work. It's too easy to blame outer circumstances. But not this crowd. Big reflections and courageous insights - followed by some dancing to Whitney. What could be better. I look forward to witnessing what's possible now that we have feasted together."

    - Erin Anderson, FEAST Speaker

  • "I had the honour of taking the stage at FEAST to share The Big Beautiful Life: Self-Love, Wealth, and the Power of Community. From the moment we arrived, there was magic in the air. The already gorgeous venue in nature had been transformed by the team with such care and intention. Every detail of the day was designed to nourish our minds, bodies, and souls. It truly was a Feast in every sense of the word. I laughed. I cried. I listened. I learned. And I left deeply inspired — by the other incredible speakers who shared their hearts, and by the women who filled the forest with courage, honesty, and warmth. Over 100 women gathered together — each bringing her own story, her own light, and her own intention to grow, connect, and support. My greatest hope with my talk was to inspire a spark of change in each woman there: a spark to give herself time, to explore financial planning as an act of self-love and self-care, and to build her community — to find the unique team that will support her version of a Big Beautiful Life. Emily, Kailey — you are pure magic. Thank you for creating something so intentional, so heartfelt, and so needed — and for choosing me to be your financial speaker for the day. It truly was an honour. Gabriela Le Photography, you captured the magic of the day so beautifully!

    - Jennifer Thaker, FEAST Speaker

How to Join Us as a Speaker

 Thank you for your interest in being a Dine Wilder speaker. Please take a few moments to tell us more about yourself and what you’d love to bring to the table. We'll be in touch to explore the possibilities together.