Speaking

In addition to working with the written word, I also speak publicly on topics related to writing, editing, and publishing, such as the following:

My audiences have included professional editors, writers, marketing teams, and publishing professionals. Here are some of the groups I’ve spoken for, either in an individual presentation or as part of a panel discussion:

  • ACES: The Society for Editing

  • Editorial Freelancers Association

  • The Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading

  • Editors Canada

  • Institute of Professional Editors Limited

  • Northwest Editors Guild

  • San Diego Professional Editors Network

  • Penguin Random House

  • Publishing Professionals Network

  • St. Louis Writers Guild

  • League of Utah Writers

  • Dallas Area Romance Authors

  • Bader Rutter

  • The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Price

Because every presentation or speaking event is different, pricing will depend on what you’re looking for. I’ll chat with you to make sure the content is relevant to your audience.

“Crystal’s presentation on sensitivity reading was exactly what our group had hoped for. She delivered careful, concrete guidelines, resources, and examples with a lot of style and humor. Her answers during the Q&A period showed the depth of her knowledge and experience.”

Kristen Tate, Editorial Freelancers Association, Bay Area chapter

“We had the pleasure of having Crystal present to our employees about Inclusive and Conscious Language. The lessons and thoughts she shared were not only practical but also included the background and thought process for why and how they were important. This is only amplified by how engaging and enjoyable she is to listen to. I am confident we all learned a lot from Crystal and will be able to convert her training into action to improve our communications and relationships. I highly recommend Crystal’s speaking services to anyone and hope to work with her again in the future.”

Elena Davis, Bader Rutter