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Our team brings real leadership experience to keynotes, workshops, and conferences — with the energy to keep a room engaged and the substance to send them home with something they'll actually use.
Not your average conference talk.
We've sat through enough sessions to know what works and what doesn't. Our speakers bring real stories, real strategies, and the kind of practical energy that makes a room actually take notes.
The people behind the mic.
Each of our speakers brings their own flavor. Pick the one that fits your event — or book the whole crew.
Christina Angelakos
Co-Founder & CHEIF STORYTELLER
"The one who'll have your audience laughing one minute and taking furious notes the next."
Christina co-founded Volunteer U in 2017 to help organizations take their volunteer teams from good to great. With a doctorate in Strategic Leadership from Regent University (focus on Global Consulting), she works with organizations to develop their volunteer teams, launch new initiatives, and fix broken systems. She speaks with the energy of someone who's seen what's possible — and refuses to settle for less.
- Building a 100% Engaged Team
- The Purpose-Driven Volunteer
- From Burnout to Multiplied Mission
- Leading Leaders
Jim Angelakos
Co-Founder & Chief Strategist
"The seasoned pastor who can break down a complex problem into three steps you'll remember on Monday."
Jim is a seasoned pastor with 24 years of experience nurturing and guiding leaders and volunteers across all age groups. Known for his insightful approach, he excels at uncovering the core strengths of individuals and harnessing those talents to cultivate even more effective leaders. His ability to connect deeply with people has made him a respected mentor and speaker in the field of leadership development.
- Leadership That Lasts
- Recruiting That Actually Works
- Care Systems That Scale
- The Volunteer Operating System
Looking for someone different?
We have additional speakers on the Volunteer U team with their own areas of expertise — from intergenerational team building to volunteer coordination in hospitality and events. Tell us what you're looking for and we'll match you with the right person.
Tell us what you need →Topics we bring real energy to.
Mix and match for your event — or let us build something custom for your audience.
Unlock Their Potential. Multiply Your Mission.
Our flagship talk on building volunteer teams that don't just show up — they multiply what's possible. Perfect for big-stage conference moments.
The Volunteer Recruiting Playbook
A hands-on session with the scripts, frameworks, and 90-day plans your leaders can run the second they leave the room.
From Burnout to Contagious Energy
What happens when your volunteer leaders are running on empty — and how to rebuild the kind of culture that energizes everyone.
Building Your Care System
How to turn scattered care efforts into one organized system. Includes a hands-on walkthrough of how to map your current state.
The Future of Ministry Volunteers
A conversation-style format on what's changing in volunteer leadership, what's not, and what your team needs to be ready for.
Something built for you
Tell us your audience, your goal, and your time slot. We'll build a talk specifically for your event. Most popular for in-house team trainings.
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