The NICU Parent Network
SPEAKERS BUREAU
Professional Speakers With Unique Experiences & Expertise
INFORMED & ENGAGED IN THE NICU COMMUNITY
Our Speakers Stay Up-To-Date on the Latest Research & Developments Related to Neonatal Intensive Care
We are the ONLY speakers’ bureau comprised solely of NICU parents, offering first-hand knowledge and experience that providers, educators, and other healthcare workers cannot get anywhere else. Our unique perspectives will ensure your next event is memorable and informative.
With a multitude of choices out there, finding a reputable speaker can become an overwhelming experience. NICU Parent Network has taken the guesswork out of the equation.
Our distinguished panel of professionals carefully hand-select speakers who are professional, personable, & knowledgeable. We focus all of our efforts on you – the client. We strive to select the speaker who complements your goals and objectives, as well as your audience.
EXPERIENCED SPEAKERS
DIFFERENT TOPICS
PRESENTATIONS MADE
Watch Some of Our Speakers In Action
I know I can count on NPN to provide a speaker who is reliable, fully prepared and able to connect with the audience. These speakers graciously share their personal stories to raise awareness of the needs of preterm infants and their families, and the NPN speaker’s bureau has been a tremendous resource. The process to request and line up a speaker is easy, and our recent speaker captivated the audience; she was clear, concise, informative, and spoke from the heart. I couldn’t ask for a better messenger to motivate our teams to work even harder in support of preterm infants and their families.
– Angela McCoy, U.S. Lead, rare Disease and R&D Advocacy at Shire
An NPN Speakers Bureau presentation at the 2019 National Association of Neonatal Nurses Conference was in the Top of 2019.
Browse the Presentation Topics Offered by Our Incredible Speakers
Pregnancy
- High-Risk Pregnancy
- Multiple Gestation Pregnancy
- Extended Bedrest
- Receiving a Prenatal Diagnosis
- Receiving a Terminal Prenatal Diagnosis
- Receiving a Terminal Perinatal Diagnosis
- Pregnancy after Perinatal, Neonatal, or Infant Loss
- Pregnancy after Prematurity
Mental Health
Perinatal Mental Health
Staff Interaction
- Family-Centered Care: How It Helped
- Family-Centered Care: Missing Aspects
- How to Foster Positive Relationships with NICU Doctors and Nurses
- Improving Communication in the NICU
- Interaction With a Doctor That Could Have Been Better
- Interaction With a Nurse That Could Have Been Better
- Interaction With a Social Worker That Could Have Been Better
- Positive Interaction With a Doctor
- Positive Interaction With a Nurse
- Positive Interaction With a Social Worker
Bereavement
- Loss During Pregnancy
- Loss in the NICU
- Loss of a Preemie Within the 1st Year of Discharge
- Pregnancy After Perinatal, Neonatal, or Infant Loss
- Receiving a Terminal Prenatal Diagnosis
- Receiving a Terminal Perinatal Diagnosis
Life After the NICU
- Caring for a Former Preemie – Age 10+
- Caring for a Special Needs Child
- Developmental Care
- Discharge Planning
- Hospice Care
- Managing DME and/or Home Nursing
- Managing Multiple Specialists
- Maximizing Your Early Intervention Experience
- Pregnancy After Prematurity
- Re-Hospitalization After NICU Discharge
- Transitioning to the School Years
Diagnosis
Disease Specific:
- Congenital Heart Disease
- Down Syndrome
- Necrotizing Enterocolitis
- Preeclampsia
- ROP
Receiving a Prenatal Diagnosis
Receiving a Terminal Prenatal Diagnosis
Receiving a Terminal Perinatal Diagnosis
Special Needs
- Caring for a Special Needs Child
- Developmental Care
- Managing Multiple Specialists
- Maximizing Your Early Intervention Experience
Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I work with NPN Speakers Bureau?
Our experts take the guesswork out of hiring the right speaker. We know the top speakers and maintain a thorough database of audience reviews, which help guide our suggestions. Additionally, we are not contractually obligated to any speaker, so our recommendations are made solely with your meeting success and individual needs in mind.
How can I preview a speaker?
You may preview speakers anytime on our website by visiting the directory.
Are all of the speakers that you work with listed here on your site?
No. Although we are continually adding speakers to our website, we have an additional database of professional speakers on hand. If you would like information on a speaker, but do not see him/her on our website, feel free to contact us. Chances are, we have worked with that speaker in the past.
Will I negotiate a better fee if I go directly to a speaker rather than through the bureau?
No. The majority of speakers we work with maintain a high-degree of fee integrity, which means they charge the same fee to everyone who books them.
How much do speakers charge?
Speakers’ fees can widely vary depending on presentation style and speech length. In addition to the fee, you can expect to pay for the full coach or first-class airfare, ground transportation, hotel accommodations, meals, incidentals such as parking and tips, and audio-visual requirements.
How can I save money when booking a speaker?
Consider booking speakers who live close to your meeting site to keep travel costs low. Or, ask your NPN representative to negotiate an inclusive fee (fee plus expenses) with your speaker before going to contract. If you have multiple meetings where a single speaker would be appropriate, ask your NPN representative to negotiate a multiple bookings fee with the speaker.
Do I have to arrange travel for the speaker?
No. Typically, NPN works with speakers to arrange their own travel. Our customers direct-bill the speaker’s hotel room and sometimes, depending on the speaker, arrange for car service.
Will the speaker I choose play golf with attendees, sign autographs, etc.?
This varies by speaker. Please let your NPN representative know about any and all special requests of the speaker before going to contract. Typically, speakers are very accommodating, and we will be happy to negotiate these requests for you.
Can I video or audio record my speaker?
Speakers’ policies regarding their intellectual property vary. Some speakers will allow recording for internal use only, others will allow wider distribution for a one-time fee or require a percentage of sales. This is one of the details that we will help you negotiate prior to contracting a speaker.