WHAT DOES THE SIGNATURE SPEAKER SERIES INCLUDE?

Selected AWS Signature Speakers will attend two 2-hour virtual sessions, where they will receive coaching from Patrick Combs, a Hall of Fame inspirational speaker, a Best Selling Author, and a highly acclaimed comedic entertainer.
During the sessions, new AWS Signature Speakers will develop their presentation skills, their individual branding and increase their marketability. This small group workshop will be enhanced by 1-on-1 sessions with Patrick Combs to provide feedback and suggestions after reviewing a recorded session. The program also includes exclusive group training from a graphics and slide expert.
AWS will also provide funding up to $1000 towards defraying travel costs for a sponsored speaking engagement at either a national or regional event outside the speaker’s current location. Additionally, a database of AWS Signature Speakers will be made available to the surgical community in order to promote long-standing speaking opportunities.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO APPLY?
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All surgical specialties who are AWS members in good standing.
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Must be at Assistant or Associate Professor level, and have been in practice for 5 to 10 years.
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Applicants must be able to attend all three virtual training sessions.
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Applicants must be committed to obtaining at least one national or regional speaking engagement.
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Applicants will be asked to provide feedback at the conclusion of the program and contribute to a written blog or record content towards a podcast in conjunction with the AWS communication committee.
For any questions, please contact [email protected].
Congratulations to the 2024-2025 Signature Speakers!