Educational Speaking Opportunities 

Our Educational Webinar Series delivers focused, high-impact learning for professionals across the fermented beverage industry. Each webinar dives into relevant topics —from technical production and sensory analysis to leadership, career development, sales strategy, and beyond. Led by experienced professionals and thought leaders, these sessions are designed to deliver practical insights, fresh perspectives, and real-world tools that our members can apply to their careers today.

• Duration: 60 minutes

  • 5 minute - Introductions & Housekeeping
    • The moderator will welcome attendees and introduce the speaker and session.
  • 45 minute - Speaker Presentation
    • Speaker takes control and begins their presentation.
  • 10 minute - Audience Q&A
    • Moderated Q&A based on questions submitted live by members in the audience.

• Visual Aids: Slide-based presentations.

• Recording: Yes — all Educational Webinars are saved in the Pink Boots online community library for members to access.

• Goal: Deliver practical, actionable learning. Speakers should aim to teach a specific skill, share research or industry insights, or break down technical or professional knowledge in a way that our members can apply directly in their roles.

• Webinar Topic examples include, but are not limited to:
  • Brewing/Distilling science and fermentation
  • Quality assurance and lab practices
  • Leadership and career development
  • Sales, marketing, and business strategy
  • Industry research and emerging trends 

Link: Speaking Proposal Submission Form

Experts Unfiltered is an Ask-Me-Anything (AMA) style session designed to give members an opportunity to take learning into their own hands by driving the conversation and exploring topics most relevant to their work and careers. Instead of a traditional slide-based presentation, Experts Unfiltered emphasizes open dialogue. These sessions are intended to be highly interactive — members should come prepared with thought-provoking questions, and speakers should show up ready to share honest experiences, candid perspectives, and practical insights from their field in the fermented beverage industry.

This is a safe space for our members to ask questions they may not feel comfortable raising in their workplace or other professional settings. While these talks are intended to be off-the-cuff, everyone is required to comply with the Pink Boots Society Code of Conduct.

• Duration: 60 minutes 

• • 5 minutes - Housekeeping
    • The moderator will welcome attendees and introduce the session.
  • 5 minutes - Speaker Self-Introduction
    • Speakers introduce themselves and share an overview of their path to becoming an industry Expert.  
  • 25 minutes - Pre-planned Q&A
    • Moderated Q&A with questions submitted by members in advance using a form link from the registration page.
    • The Education Committee will share these with the speaker in preparation for their session.
  • 25 minutes - Live Q&A
    • Moderator will open the floor for attendees to ask questions and engage directly with the speaker.

• Recording: No — to protect privacy and keep conversations candid, these sessions are NOT recorded.

• Visual Aid Ideas: These sessions do not call for slide-based presentations. Speakers should come prepared to introduce themselves and share how you became the expert you are today. Here are some ideas for alternative visual aids.  

• • Bio Card with name, current role, specialty area, region, and a quick fun fact.
  • Career Path/Milestone map showing key roles, promotions, achievements, etc.
  • Data Snapshots like production volumes, sales improvements, team development, or innovations introduced.
  • Industry Evolution Snapshot of how your area of expertise has changed over the last 5–10 years.
  • Skills Progression Chart that visualizes how your skills developed over time.
  • Personal anecdotes are encouraged! Please share any memorable stories that help illustrate certain values or lessons relevant to the audience. 

• Goal: Encourage unfiltered talk between our members and credible industry experts—allowing members to access technical knowledge, professional perspectives, and practical insights not found in formal presentations.

• Best suited for experts in areas such as, but not limited to:

• • Brewing/Distilling science and fermentation
  • Quality control and microbiology
  • Business development and operations
  • Supply chain and logistics
  • Event planning and hospitality management

Link: Speaking Proposal Submission Form

The Long Pour is an Ask-Me-Anything (AMA) style conversation focused on the personal journeys behind successful careers in the fermented beverage industry. Inspired by the relaxed feel of a fireside chat, these sessions invite long-time industry professionals to share the stories, decisions, challenges, and lessons that shaped their path. Rather than a formal presentation, The Long Pour creates space for open conversation about what it really takes to build a life-long career in this industry. Members want to hear about the the pivots, setbacks, mentors, risks, and breakthroughs that rarely make it into conference talks.

This is a safe space for our members to ask the questions they wish they had asked earlier in their careers. While these talks are intended to be relaxed and casual, members and speakers are required to comply with the Pink Boots Society Code of Conduct.

• Duration: 60 minutes 

• • 5 minutes - Housekeeping
    • The moderator will welcome attendees and introduce the session.
  • 5 minutes - Speaker Self-Introduction
    • Speakers introduce themselves and share an overview of their career journey.  
  • 25 minutes - Pre-planned Q&A
    • Moderated Q&A with questions submitted by members in advance using a form link from the registration page.
    • The Education Committee will share these with the speaker in preparation for their session.
  • 25 minutes - Live Q&A
    • Moderator will open the floor for attendees to ask questions and engage directly with the speaker.

• Recording: No — to protect privacy and keep conversations candid, these sessions are NOT recorded

• Visual Aid Ideas: These sessions do not call for slide-based presentations. Speakers should come prepared to introduce themselves and share how you became the expert you are today. Here are some ideas for alternative visual aids.  

• • Photos or Short video clips from throughout your career.
  • Career Path/Milestone map showing key roles, promotions, achievements, etc.
  • Skills Progression Chart that visualizes how your skills developed over time.
  • Mentorship Web showing the people that have mentored or influenced you.
  • Personal anecdotes are encouraged! Please share any memorable stories that help illustrate certain values or lessons relevant to the audience. 

• Goal: Create an informal, welcoming space where members can learn from the lived experiences of seasoned industry professionals. By sharing the successes, setbacks, and everything else in between — these sessions are designed to offer fresh insight, mentorship, and inspiration for the next generation of leaders in the fermented beverage industry. 

• Best suited for:
  • Industry veterans
  • Founders and business owners
  • Long-time fermentation / production leaders
  • Professionals with unique or global career paths

Link: Speaking Proposal Submission Form

What should I have prepared before submitting a speaking proposal?

• A proposed Webinar topic or AMA focus area.
• A short description of what you intend your session to focus on.
• 3-4 key learning objectives.
• Samples of your Visual Aids.
• A brief speaker biography and head shot.
• Any scheduling limitations.

How often do these educational sessions take place?

• The Education Committee's goal is to host, at minimum, one educational session per month, and three max per month.

What is the best day / time to submit for hosting an educational session?

• We recommend Tuesday or Wednesday in the afternoons, during the last two weeks of the month.
  
  • Note: monthly newsletters promoting these sessions are distributed the first week of every month.
• Please submit a date that is at least one month out to help ensure staff and volunteers have sufficient planning time.
• We are an international organization with active chapters across the globe, making our calendar highly flexible!

Are panel style webinars and AMAs welcome?

• Absolutely. There is a section in the proposal submission form to include additional speakers/panelists.

What happens after I submit a proposal?

• A member of our Education Committee will follow up to finalize your session details. This includes;

• • Confirm receipt of your submission
  • Ask any clarifying questions
  • Verify your proposed date and time.
  • Send a Placeholder meeting invitation to reserve the time on your calendar.
    • A formal Zoom meeting link will be sent a week prior to the actual session via the Executive Director.

How soon will I hear back after submitting a proposal?

• As a volunteer-led organization, response times may vary. That being said, our committee makes a strong effort to respond to new inquiries within two-weeks of receiving a submission. 

What platform are these educational programs delivered on?

• We utilize the Zoom platform. Within Zoom, we use Meeting-style sessions, meaning all participants can actively engage via video, audio, and screen sharing. The Executive Director has the ability to control all video, audio, and screen sharing as needed.

What kind of staff or technical support will be available for my session?

• After a date is confirmed, a volunteer from the Education Committee will be assigned to support you during your session.
• The volunteer Moderator and Executive Director will be available via Zoom 15 minutes before the start of the session for a final tech-check and to answer any lingering questions. 

Who is the audience, and how should I tailor my session to best fit the Pink Boots Community?

• The Pink Boots Society is an international network of women and non-binary professionals working across every corner of the fermented beverage industry—from brewing, distilling, and wine making to hospitality, sales, QA/C, and beyond. Our members are business owners, hospitality professionals, fermentation specialists, and industry trail-blazers.
• With 63 global chapters, representing a wide range of experience levels, technical backgrounds, and cultural perspectives, we are interested in Beginner, Intermediate, and Expert level educational sessions.
• Our members value authentic education, practical insights, and conversations that empower their professional growth.
• When preparing your presentation, please consider the following:
  • Avoid gendered or exclusionary phrasing.  
  • Use industry-inclusive language. Say “production facility” instead of “brewery”.
  • Explain acronyms, technical terms, and region-specific terminology to support members from diverse backgrounds.
  • If discussing legislation, business practices, or production standards, clarify when something is U.S. or region-specific.
  • When possible, offer global parallels, universal principles, or examples from different regions.
  • Be mindful of time zones if referencing future events or resources.

How do I submit a session for the Pink Boots Society Virtual or In-Person conferences?

• Calls for Proposals (CFPs) for the Pink Boots conferences are solicited as planning begins for each event. 
• When CFPs open, application instructions will be shared on our website, newsletter, and various social media channels.
• Next Virtual Conference: 2027 
• Next In-Person Conference: 2028

If you have additional questions that weren't answered here, please reach out to education@pinkbootssociety.org .