Build the Brand of a Leader Worth Following
Brand Builder Competition.
This is your launchpad to visibility, credibility, and leadership. Step into the spotlight, clarify your brand message, and show the world why you are a leader worth following.
With a prize package valued at over $10,000, a panel of industry judges, and meaningful exposure, the Brand Builder Competition is your moment to rise.
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Register NowWhy the Brand Builder Competition?
In today’s world, people don’t just buy products or services. They follow leaders they trust.
The Brand Builder Competition is your chance to step forward as that leader. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, professional, or creative visionary, this is your arena to define your voice, clarify your message, and show the world who you are as a leader worth following.
This is more than a contest. It’s a transformative journey of self-discovery, clarity, and recognition.
Here’s how it works:
- Create your unique Positioning Graphic that captures your value and place in the marketplace.
- Share it during Inspiration Week, rally your community, and collect votes.
- The Top 5 by votes and Top 5 chosen by our team advance.
- The Top 10 compete live in front of our stellar judges for a prize package worth up to $10,000.
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Register to Compete
Sign up and begin creating your Brand Positioning Graphic (templates provided).
Submit Your Graphic
A clear, compelling snapshot of who you are and the unique value you bring.
Inspiration Week
Share your graphic online, tell your story, and collect votes from your community.
Top 10 Revealed
Five competitors are chosen by community votes, and five are selected by our judging team.
Competition
The Top 10 compete live (virtually), presenting their Positioning Graphic, an Insight Graphic, and a 2-minute pitch about their brand.
What is a Positioning Graphic?
It’s your visual elevator pitch, a single snapshot that tells people instantly:
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Who you are
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What you stand for
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Why you’re a leader worth following
Think: your face, your colors, your tagline, your mission — all distilled into one powerful brand image.
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Why Compete?
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🌟 Step Into Leadership
This competition challenges you to sharpen your message, own your expertise, and position yourself as a trusted leader in your field.
🌟 Clarity & Confidence
Whether you’re pivoting your business, advancing your career, or expanding your influence, you’ll gain a crystal-clear narrative and the confidence to share it.
🌟 Community & Collaboration
You won’t just compete — you’ll connect with fellow entrepreneurs, professionals, and changemakers, building meaningful relationships and momentum together.
🌟 Visibility & Recognition
Finalists showcase their brands to a panel of top industry judges and a global audience, opening doors to media, speaking, and career opportunities.
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Who Should Compete?
The Brand Builder Competition is designed for:
- Entrepreneurs & Small Business Owners ready to grow their reach and influence
- Professionals & Experts who want to stand out as leaders in their industries
- Speakers & Coaches building momentum toward stages, clients, and media
- Changemakers & Visionaries who want their stories to inspire the worldÂ
Meet Dan and Rina
The Co-Founders of Speaker Slam®
Rina Rovinelli is a speaker manager and storytelling strategist who helps speakers craft impactful talks, build bookable brands, and create lasting momentum. As the creator of Command the Room and the Booked & Paid training program, she has guided countless speakers to victory, virality, and visibility—leading to TEDx stages, book deals, and paid speaking opportunities. Recognized as a Top 25 Woman of Influence™ and Brilliant Minded Woman award winner, Rina’s mission is to transform personal stories into powerful movements that inspire change.
Dan Shaikh is a publicist and brand strategist who helps changemakers amplify their voices, build authority, and gain the visibility they need to lead. As the architect behind Speaker Slam’s media and branding strategy, he has secured client features on Breakfast Television, CTV, Global, CP24, CityNews and more. Dan is also the founder of Changemaker PR, a publicity agency dedicated to elevating entrepreneurs, professionals, and thought leaders. Recognized as one of The Peak’s Top 40 Under 40 Emerging Leaders, awarded the Toronto Star Gold Star for Best Publicity Services, and named one of Canada’s Top 25 Immigrants, Dan is widely celebrated for his commitment to helping others be seen and heard.
Together, Rina and Dan have built Speaker Slam® into North America’s largest inspirational speaking competition and a premier Speaker Development Agency. Their mission is to empower speakers, entrepreneurs, and professionals to share their stories, build the brand of a leader worth following, and create careers as Experts, Changemakers, and Thought Leaders.
👉 Join Us in 2026
The world is waiting for leaders who inspire trust, create impact, and spark change.
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Will you step up?
Register now and make this the year you build the brand of a leader worth following.
Register to Compete
Angie Bailey Testimonial
"The Brand Builder competition provided me with invaluable clarity for my brand. Through the competition, I received valuable feedback and insights that helped me refine my brand strategy and messaging. Winning the competition brought me prizes that continue to benefit my brand today. From mentorship opportunities to brand exposure, the prizes have helped me elevate my brand to new heights. I am grateful for the experience."
