The Culture Is Couture is seeking dynamic speakers, educators, founders, creatives and industry experts to lead engaging 30–45 minute workshops during the 2026 Expo on Sunday, November 8, 2026, in Richmond, Virginia.
We're curating sessions that educate, inspire and equip attendees with practical strategies they can immediately apply to their careers, businesses and creative journeys.
Our workshop tracks include:
- Fashion & Style
- Beauty
- Commerce & Entrepreneurship
- AI & Technology
- Arts & Culture
We're looking for speakers who bring real-world experience, actionable knowledge and compelling stories that resonate with creatives, entrepreneurs, students, professionals and culture enthusiasts.
Complete the application below to be considered. Submission of a proposal does not guarantee selection. Selected speakers will be contacted with additional programming details and next steps.
Sample workshop topics include:
- How to Start a Profitable Beauty Brand
- Applying the Nike Formula to Your Clothing Brand
- Using AI to Build and Scale Your Brand
- Booking Your First Celebrity Client
- Protecting Your Intellectual Property
- Building Community Around Your Brand