Become a BDA Speaker | BDA Community<\/title>\r\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Deliver professional webinars and online sessions as a BDA Speaker. Carry the official BDA Speaker badge and share your expertise with the global BD community.\">\r\n<style>\r\n*, *::before, *::after { box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0; padding: 0; }\r\n\r\n:root {\r\n --navy: #1c4a8b;\r\n --navy-dark: #132f5a;\r\n --sky: #0f91e0;\r\n --sky-light: #e8f4fd;\r\n --sky-mid: #c8e6f8;\r\n --white: #ffffff;\r\n --light-bg: #f7f9fc;\r\n --text-dark: #1a1a2e;\r\n --text-body: #555e6d;\r\n --text-light: #7a8499;\r\n --border: #e2e8f0;\r\n --shadow-sm: 0 2px 8px rgba(28,74,139,0.08);\r\n --shadow-md: 0 6px 24px rgba(28,74,139,0.12);\r\n --shadow-lg: 0 16px 48px rgba(28,74,139,0.16);\r\n --radius-sm: 6px;\r\n --radius-md: 10px;\r\n --radius-lg: 16px;\r\n}\r\n\r\nbody {\r\n font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, \"Segoe UI\", Roboto, \"Helvetica Neue\", Arial, sans-serif;\r\n color: var(--text-dark);\r\n background: var(--white);\r\n line-height: 1.65;\r\n -webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\/* BREADCRUMB *\/\r\n.breadcrumb { background: var(--light-bg); 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border: 1px solid var(--border);\r\n border-radius: var(--radius-md); padding: 24px 20px;\r\n transition: box-shadow 0.2s, transform 0.2s;\r\n}\r\n.who-card:hover { box-shadow: var(--shadow-md); transform: translateY(-2px); }\r\n.who-icon {\r\n width: 42px; height: 42px; background: var(--sky-light);\r\n border-radius: 9px; display: flex; align-items: center;\r\n justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 14px;\r\n}\r\n.who-icon svg { width: 19px; height: 19px; color: var(--sky); }\r\n.who-card h4 { font-size: 0.95rem; font-weight: 700; color: var(--text-dark); margin-bottom: 7px; }\r\n.who-card p { font-size: 0.84rem; color: var(--text-body); line-height: 1.65; }\r\n\r\n\/* MEMBERSHIP NOTE *\/\r\n.membership-note {\r\n background: var(--sky-light); border: 1px solid var(--sky-mid);\r\n border-radius: var(--radius-md); padding: 22px 26px;\r\n display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 14px; margin-top: 32px;\r\n}\r\n.membership-note-icon {\r\n width: 38px; height: 38px; background: var(--sky);\r\n border-radius: 8px; 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height: 19px; color: var(--sky); }\r\n.req-card-head-text span {\r\n display: block; font-size: 10px; font-weight: 700;\r\n letter-spacing: 0.10em; text-transform: uppercase;\r\n color: var(--sky); margin-bottom: 2px;\r\n}\r\n.req-card-head-text h3 { font-size: 1rem; font-weight: 700; color: var(--text-dark); }\r\n.req-list { list-style: none; display: flex; flex-direction: column; gap: 12px; }\r\n.req-list li {\r\n display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 10px;\r\n font-size: 0.87rem; color: var(--text-body); line-height: 1.65;\r\n}\r\n.req-check {\r\n width: 18px; height: 18px; border-radius: 50%;\r\n background: var(--sky-light); flex-shrink: 0; margin-top: 1px;\r\n display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center;\r\n}\r\n.req-check svg { width: 10px; height: 10px; color: var(--sky); }\r\n\r\n\/* BADGE SECTION *\/\r\n.badge-block {\r\n background: var(--navy);\r\n border-radius: var(--radius-lg); padding: 52px 56px;\r\n display: grid; grid-template-columns: 160px 1fr;\r\n gap: 48px; 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color: var(--sky); margin-bottom: 10px;\r\n}\r\n.badge-content h2 {\r\n font-size: clamp(1.5rem, 2.2vw, 2rem);\r\n font-weight: 800; margin-bottom: 14px; line-height: 1.2;\r\n}\r\n.badge-content p {\r\n font-size: 0.93rem; color: rgba(255,255,255,0.78);\r\n line-height: 1.75; max-width: 520px; margin-bottom: 20px;\r\n}\r\n.badge-tags { display: flex; gap: 10px; flex-wrap: wrap; }\r\n.badge-tag {\r\n display: inline-flex; align-items: center; gap: 5px;\r\n background: rgba(255,255,255,0.10);\r\n border: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.18);\r\n border-radius: 100px; padding: 4px 12px;\r\n font-size: 0.77rem; font-weight: 500; color: rgba(255,255,255,0.85);\r\n}\r\n.badge-tag svg { width: 10px; height: 10px; color: var(--sky); }\r\n\r\n\/* PROCESS STEPS *\/\r\n.process-steps {\r\n display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(4, 1fr);\r\n gap: 0; position: relative;\r\n}\r\n.process-steps::before {\r\n content: ''; position: absolute;\r\n top: 28px; left: calc(12.5% + 14px);\r\n width: calc(75% - 28px); height: 2px;\r\n background: var(--sky-mid); z-index: 0;\r\n}\r\n.process-step {\r\n display: flex; flex-direction: column;\r\n align-items: center; text-align: center;\r\n padding: 0 14px; position: relative; z-index: 1;\r\n}\r\n.process-num {\r\n width: 56px; height: 56px; border-radius: 50%;\r\n background: var(--white); border: 2px solid var(--sky);\r\n color: var(--navy); font-weight: 800; font-size: 0.95rem;\r\n display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center;\r\n margin-bottom: 16px; box-shadow: 0 0 0 5px var(--sky-light);\r\n}\r\n.process-step h4 { font-size: 0.90rem; font-weight: 700; color: var(--text-dark); margin-bottom: 6px; }\r\n.process-step p { font-size: 0.80rem; color: var(--text-body); line-height: 1.6; }\r\n\r\n\/* APPLY CTA *\/\r\n.apply-cta {\r\n background: var(--sky-light); border: 1px solid var(--sky-mid);\r\n border-radius: var(--radius-lg); padding: 48px 52px;\r\n display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr auto;\r\n gap: 40px; align-items: center;\r\n}\r\n.apply-cta h2 {\r\n font-size: clamp(1.5rem, 2.2vw, 2rem);\r\n font-weight: 800; color: var(--text-dark);\r\n margin-bottom: 10px; line-height: 1.2;\r\n}\r\n.apply-cta p { font-size: 0.93rem; color: var(--text-body); line-height: 1.75; max-width: 520px; }\r\n.apply-cta-btns { display: flex; flex-direction: column; gap: 10px; flex-shrink: 0; }\r\n.btn-navy {\r\n display: inline-flex; align-items: center; gap: 7px;\r\n background: var(--navy); color: var(--white);\r\n padding: 13px 26px; border-radius: var(--radius-sm);\r\n font-weight: 700; font-size: 0.92rem;\r\n text-decoration: none; transition: background 0.2s; white-space: nowrap;\r\n}\r\n.btn-navy:hover { background: var(--sky); }\r\n.btn-link {\r\n display: inline-flex; align-items: center; gap: 5px;\r\n color: var(--navy); font-weight: 600; font-size: 0.86rem;\r\n text-decoration: none; transition: color 0.2s; justify-content: center;\r\n}\r\n.btn-link:hover { color: var(--sky); }\r\n.btn-link svg { width: 13px; height: 13px; }\r\n\r\n\/* CTA BAND *\/\r\n.cta-band { background: var(--navy); padding: 80px 0; text-align: center; }\r\n.cta-band h2 {\r\n font-size: clamp(1.7rem, 2.5vw, 2.3rem);\r\n font-weight: 800; color: var(--white);\r\n margin-bottom: 14px; line-height: 1.2;\r\n}\r\n.cta-band h2 em { font-style: italic; color: var(--sky); }\r\n.cta-band p {\r\n font-size: 0.97rem; color: rgba(255,255,255,0.75);\r\n max-width: 500px; margin: 0 auto 32px; line-height: 1.75;\r\n}\r\n.cta-band-btns { display: flex; gap: 14px; justify-content: center; flex-wrap: wrap; }\r\n.btn-white {\r\n display: inline-flex; align-items: center; gap: 7px;\r\n background: var(--white); color: var(--navy);\r\n padding: 13px 26px; border-radius: var(--radius-sm);\r\n font-weight: 700; font-size: 0.92rem;\r\n text-decoration: none; transition: all 0.2s;\r\n border: 2px solid var(--white);\r\n}\r\n.btn-white:hover { background: var(--sky); border-color: var(--sky); color: var(--white); }\r\n.btn-outline-white {\r\n display: inline-flex; align-items: center; gap: 7px;\r\n background: transparent; color: var(--white);\r\n padding: 13px 26px; border-radius: var(--radius-sm);\r\n font-weight: 600; font-size: 0.92rem;\r\n text-decoration: none;\r\n border: 2px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.45);\r\n transition: all 0.2s;\r\n}\r\n.btn-outline-white:hover { border-color: var(--white); background: rgba(255,255,255,0.10); }\r\n\r\n\/* RESPONSIVE *\/\r\n@media (max-width: 960px) {\r\n .hero-inner, .about-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; gap: 40px; }\r\n .hero-visual { height: 300px; }\r\n .who-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; }\r\n .req-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }\r\n .badge-block { grid-template-columns: 1fr; padding: 36px 28px; }\r\n .badge-visual { margin: 0 auto; }\r\n .process-steps { grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; gap: 28px; }\r\n .process-steps::before { display: none; }\r\n .apply-cta { grid-template-columns: 1fr; padding: 36px 28px; }\r\n}\r\n@media (max-width: 600px) {\r\n .container, .breadcrumb-inner, .trust-strip-inner { padding: 0 20px; }\r\n .hero-inner { padding: 0 20px 48px; }\r\n .section { padding: 60px 0; }\r\n .who-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }\r\n .process-steps { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\r\n<\/head>\r\n<body>\r\n\r\n\r\n<nav class=\"breadcrumb\">\r\n <div class=\"breadcrumb-inner\">\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/bda-global.org\/en\/\">BDA<\/a>\r\n <span class=\"breadcrumb-sep\">›<\/span>\r\n <a href=\"\/en\/get-involved\/\">Get Involved<\/a>\r\n <span class=\"breadcrumb-sep\">›<\/span>\r\n <span>Become a Speaker<\/span>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/nav>\r\n\r\n\r\n<section class=\"hero\">\r\n <div class=\"hero-inner\">\r\n <div class=\"hero-content\">\r\n <div class=\"hero-label\"><span class=\"hero-label-dot\"><\/span>BDA Speaker Programme<\/div>\r\n <h1>Share Your Expertise.<br>Carry the <em>BDA Badge.<\/em><\/h1>\r\n <p class=\"hero-desc\">\r\n Deliver professional webinars and online sessions on business development and workplace topics. Design your own content, reach a global audience, and earn the official BDA Speaker badge.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <div class=\"hero-btns\">\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/bda-global.org\/en\/contact\/\" class=\"btn-primary\">Apply Now →<\/a>\r\n <a href=\"\/en\/get-involved\/\" class=\"btn-secondary\">← Back to Get Involved<\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"hero-visual\">\r\n <img decoding=\"async\"\r\n src=\"https:\/\/images.unsplash.com\/photo-1543269865-cbf427effbad?w=900&q=85&auto=format&fit=crop\"\r\n alt=\"Professional delivering an online session\"\r\n class=\"hero-img\"\r\n loading=\"eager\"\r\n >\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"trust-strip\">\r\n <div class=\"trust-strip-inner\">\r\n <div class=\"trust-item\"><span class=\"trust-dot\"><\/span>BDA Membership Required<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"trust-item\"><span class=\"trust-dot\"><\/span>Online Sessions Only<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"trust-item\"><span class=\"trust-dot\"><\/span>Official BDA Speaker Badge<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"trust-item\"><span class=\"trust-dot\"><\/span>No Certification Required<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"trust-item\"><span class=\"trust-dot\"><\/span>English or Arabic<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"trust-item\"><span class=\"trust-dot\"><\/span>No PDCs Awarded<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<section class=\"section\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"about-grid\">\r\n <img decoding=\"async\"\r\n src=\"https:\/\/images.unsplash.com\/photo-1591115765373-5207764f72e7?w=800&q=85&auto=format&fit=crop\"\r\n alt=\"Professional presenting in an online session\"\r\n class=\"about-img\"\r\n loading=\"lazy\"\r\n >\r\n <div class=\"about-text\">\r\n <div class=\"section-label\"><span class=\"section-label-dot\"><\/span>About the Programme<\/div>\r\n <h2 class=\"section-title\">Knowledge Shared is<br><em>Impact Multiplied.<\/em><\/h2>\r\n <p>\r\n The <strong>BDA Speaker Programme<\/strong> connects experienced professionals with the global BD community through online webinars, seminars, and knowledge sessions. As a BDA Speaker, you design and deliver your own content on topics relevant to business development, sales, strategy, leadership, or the modern workplace.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <p>\r\n BDA certification is not a prerequisite. What matters is professional depth, a genuine desire to share knowledge, and a commitment to the standards that define the BDA community. Whether you are a BD practitioner, consultant, academic, or industry specialist \u2014 if you have expertise worth sharing, BDA has a platform for it.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <blockquote class=\"blockquote\">\r\n \"A BDA Speaker session is an opportunity to share knowledge \u2014 not a platform for commercial promotion. The audience comes to learn, and that trust is the foundation of everything we do.\"\r\n <\/blockquote>\r\n <p>\r\n All approved speakers carry the official <strong>BDA Speaker badge<\/strong> and are authorised to use the BDA logo in their session materials \u2014 a mark of credibility recognised across the global BD community.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<section class=\"section section-alt\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"section-header centered\">\r\n <div class=\"section-label\"><span class=\"section-label-dot\"><\/span>Eligibility<\/div>\r\n <h2 class=\"section-title\">Who Can Become a <em>BDA Speaker<\/em>?<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"section-sub\">\r\n The programme is open to any active BDA Member with relevant professional expertise \u2014 regardless of certification status.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"who-grid\">\r\n <div class=\"who-card\">\r\n <div class=\"who-icon\">\r\n <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><path d=\"M20 7H4a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v6a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h16a2 2 0 0 0 2-2V9a2 2 0 0 0-2-2z\"\/><path d=\"M16 21V5a2 2 0 0 0-2-2h-4a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v16\"\/><\/svg>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <h4>BD Practitioners<\/h4>\r\n <p>Professionals working in business development, sales, partnerships, or growth roles with practical insights to share with the community.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"who-card\">\r\n <div class=\"who-icon\">\r\n <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><path d=\"M17 21v-2a4 4 0 0 0-4-4H5a4 4 0 0 0-4 4v2\"\/><circle cx=\"9\" cy=\"7\" r=\"4\"\/><path d=\"M23 21v-2a4 4 0 0 0-3-3.87\"\/><path d=\"M16 3.13a4 4 0 0 1 0 7.75\"\/><\/svg>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <h4>Consultants & Advisors<\/h4>\r\n <p>Independent consultants, coaches, and advisors with expertise in strategy, leadership, negotiation, or organisational development.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"who-card\">\r\n <div class=\"who-icon\">\r\n <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><path d=\"M2 3h6a4 4 0 0 1 4 4v14a3 3 0 0 0-3-3H2z\"\/><path d=\"M22 3h-6a4 4 0 0 0-4 4v14a3 3 0 0 1 3-3h7z\"\/><\/svg>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <h4>Academics & Researchers<\/h4>\r\n <p>Faculty members, researchers, and academics whose work intersects with business development, market dynamics, or professional competency.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"membership-note\">\r\n <div class=\"membership-note-icon\">\r\n <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><path d=\"M12 22s8-4 8-10V5l-8-3-8 3v7c0 6 8 10 8 10z\"\/><\/svg>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <p>\r\n <strong>Prerequisite:<\/strong> Active BDA Membership is required before applying to the Speaker Programme. If you are not yet a member, <a href=\"https:\/\/bda-global.org\/en\/membership\/\">join BDA here<\/a> before proceeding.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<section class=\"section\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"section-header centered\">\r\n <div class=\"section-label\"><span class=\"section-label-dot\"><\/span>Speaker Standards<\/div>\r\n <h2 class=\"section-title\">Eligibility & <em>Conduct<\/em> Requirements<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"section-sub\">\r\n BDA Speakers agree to a clear set of professional standards that protect the quality of every session and the integrity of the association.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"req-grid\">\r\n <div class=\"req-card\">\r\n <div class=\"req-card-head\">\r\n <div class=\"req-icon\">\r\n <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 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fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg><\/span>Topic must relate to business development, workplace excellence, or professional growth<\/li>\r\n <li><span class=\"req-check\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg><\/span>BDA certification is welcomed but not required<\/li>\r\n <li><span class=\"req-check\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg><\/span>Ability to deliver sessions in English or Arabic<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"req-card\">\r\n <div class=\"req-card-head\">\r\n <div class=\"req-icon\">\r\n <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><path d=\"M12 22s8-4 8-10V5l-8-3-8 3v7c0 6 8 10 8 10z\"\/><\/svg>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"req-card-head-text\">\r\n <span>Professional Conduct<\/span>\r\n <h3>Speaker Commitments<\/h3>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <ul class=\"req-list\">\r\n <li><span class=\"req-check\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg><\/span>Confirm availability for the assigned session timeframe and not request changes once confirmed<\/li>\r\n <li><span class=\"req-check\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg><\/span>Work closely with BDA's event team and meet all content and submission deadlines<\/li>\r\n <li><span class=\"req-check\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg><\/span>Obtain BDA approval before making substantial changes to content, format, or AV requirements<\/li>\r\n <li><span class=\"req-check\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg><\/span>Deliver high-quality presentations in electronic format by the specified deadline<\/li>\r\n <li><span class=\"req-check\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg><\/span>Treat sessions as knowledge-sharing opportunities \u2014 not as platforms for commercial promotion<\/li>\r\n <li><span class=\"req-check\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg><\/span>Grant BDA permission to record, archive, and use session recordings across BDA platforms<\/li>\r\n <li><span class=\"req-check\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg><\/span>Remain available for BDA-requested sessions and respond promptly to scheduling communications<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<section class=\"section section-alt\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"badge-block\">\r\n <div class=\"badge-visual\">\r\n <div class=\"badge-visual-icon\">\r\n <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"8\" r=\"6\"\/><path d=\"M15.477 12.89L17 22l-5-3-5 3 1.523-9.11\"\/><\/svg>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"badge-visual-label\">Official Badge<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"badge-visual-name\">BDA Speaker<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"badge-content\">\r\n <div class=\"badge-content-label\">Your Recognition<\/div>\r\n <h2>The Official BDA Speaker Badge<\/h2>\r\n <p>\r\n Every approved BDA Speaker receives the official digital <strong>BDA Speaker badge<\/strong> \u2014 a verifiable credential that signals association endorsement to employers, clients, and peers. You are also authorised to use the BDA logo alongside your Speaker badge in your own session materials and professional communications.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <div class=\"badge-tags\">\r\n <span class=\"badge-tag\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg>LinkedIn Profile<\/span>\r\n <span class=\"badge-tag\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg>Presentations & Slides<\/span>\r\n <span class=\"badge-tag\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg>Professional Website<\/span>\r\n <span class=\"badge-tag\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg>Email Signature<\/span>\r\n <span class=\"badge-tag\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg>Session Materials<\/span>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<section class=\"section\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"section-header centered\">\r\n <div class=\"section-label\"><span class=\"section-label-dot\"><\/span>Process<\/div>\r\n <h2 class=\"section-title\">How to Become a <em>BDA Speaker<\/em><\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"section-sub\">\r\n The application process is straightforward. BDA reviews every application to ensure quality and alignment with the association's standards.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"process-steps\">\r\n <div class=\"process-step\">\r\n <div class=\"process-num\">01<\/div>\r\n <h4>Join as a Member<\/h4>\r\n <p>Ensure you hold an active BDA Membership. 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}\r\n .who-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }\r\n .process-steps { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\r\n<\/head>\r\n<body>\r\n\r\n\r\n<nav class=\"breadcrumb\">\r\n <div class=\"breadcrumb-inner\">\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/bda-global.org\/en\/\">BDA<\/a>\r\n <span class=\"breadcrumb-sep\">›<\/span>\r\n <a href=\"\/en\/get-involved\/\">Get Involved<\/a>\r\n <span class=\"breadcrumb-sep\">›<\/span>\r\n <span>Become a Speaker<\/span>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/nav>\r\n\r\n\r\n<section class=\"hero\">\r\n <div class=\"hero-inner\">\r\n <div class=\"hero-content\">\r\n <div class=\"hero-label\"><span class=\"hero-label-dot\"><\/span>BDA Speaker Programme<\/div>\r\n <h1>Share Your Expertise.<br>Carry the <em>BDA Badge.<\/em><\/h1>\r\n <p class=\"hero-desc\">\r\n Deliver professional webinars and online sessions on business development and workplace topics. Design your own content, reach a global audience, and earn the official BDA Speaker badge.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <div class=\"hero-btns\">\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/bda-global.org\/en\/contact\/\" class=\"btn-primary\">Apply Now →<\/a>\r\n <a href=\"\/en\/get-involved\/\" class=\"btn-secondary\">← Back to Get Involved<\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"hero-visual\">\r\n <img decoding=\"async\"\r\n src=\"https:\/\/images.unsplash.com\/photo-1543269865-cbf427effbad?w=900&q=85&auto=format&fit=crop\"\r\n alt=\"Professional delivering an online session\"\r\n class=\"hero-img\"\r\n loading=\"eager\"\r\n >\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"trust-strip\">\r\n <div class=\"trust-strip-inner\">\r\n <div class=\"trust-item\"><span class=\"trust-dot\"><\/span>BDA Membership Required<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"trust-item\"><span class=\"trust-dot\"><\/span>Online Sessions Only<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"trust-item\"><span class=\"trust-dot\"><\/span>Official BDA Speaker Badge<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"trust-item\"><span class=\"trust-dot\"><\/span>No Certification Required<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"trust-item\"><span class=\"trust-dot\"><\/span>English or Arabic<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"trust-item\"><span class=\"trust-dot\"><\/span>No PDCs Awarded<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<section class=\"section\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"about-grid\">\r\n <img decoding=\"async\"\r\n src=\"https:\/\/images.unsplash.com\/photo-1591115765373-5207764f72e7?w=800&q=85&auto=format&fit=crop\"\r\n alt=\"Professional presenting in an online session\"\r\n class=\"about-img\"\r\n loading=\"lazy\"\r\n >\r\n <div class=\"about-text\">\r\n <div class=\"section-label\"><span class=\"section-label-dot\"><\/span>About the Programme<\/div>\r\n <h2 class=\"section-title\">Knowledge Shared is<br><em>Impact Multiplied.<\/em><\/h2>\r\n <p>\r\n The <strong>BDA Speaker Programme<\/strong> connects experienced professionals with the global BD community through online webinars, seminars, and knowledge sessions. As a BDA Speaker, you design and deliver your own content on topics relevant to business development, sales, strategy, leadership, or the modern workplace.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <p>\r\n BDA certification is not a prerequisite. What matters is professional depth, a genuine desire to share knowledge, and a commitment to the standards that define the BDA community. Whether you are a BD practitioner, consultant, academic, or industry specialist \u2014 if you have expertise worth sharing, BDA has a platform for it.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <blockquote class=\"blockquote\">\r\n \"A BDA Speaker session is an opportunity to share knowledge \u2014 not a platform for commercial promotion. The audience comes to learn, and that trust is the foundation of everything we do.\"\r\n <\/blockquote>\r\n <p>\r\n All approved speakers carry the official <strong>BDA Speaker badge<\/strong> and are authorised to use the BDA logo in their session materials \u2014 a mark of credibility recognised across the global BD community.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<section class=\"section section-alt\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"section-header centered\">\r\n <div class=\"section-label\"><span class=\"section-label-dot\"><\/span>Eligibility<\/div>\r\n <h2 class=\"section-title\">Who Can Become a <em>BDA Speaker<\/em>?<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"section-sub\">\r\n The programme is open to any active BDA Member with relevant professional expertise \u2014 regardless of certification status.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"who-grid\">\r\n <div class=\"who-card\">\r\n <div class=\"who-icon\">\r\n <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><path d=\"M20 7H4a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v6a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h16a2 2 0 0 0 2-2V9a2 2 0 0 0-2-2z\"\/><path d=\"M16 21V5a2 2 0 0 0-2-2h-4a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v16\"\/><\/svg>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <h4>BD Practitioners<\/h4>\r\n <p>Professionals working in business development, sales, partnerships, or growth roles with practical insights to share with the community.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"who-card\">\r\n <div class=\"who-icon\">\r\n <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><path d=\"M17 21v-2a4 4 0 0 0-4-4H5a4 4 0 0 0-4 4v2\"\/><circle cx=\"9\" cy=\"7\" r=\"4\"\/><path d=\"M23 21v-2a4 4 0 0 0-3-3.87\"\/><path d=\"M16 3.13a4 4 0 0 1 0 7.75\"\/><\/svg>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <h4>Consultants & Advisors<\/h4>\r\n <p>Independent consultants, coaches, and advisors with expertise in strategy, leadership, negotiation, or organisational development.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"who-card\">\r\n <div class=\"who-icon\">\r\n <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><path d=\"M2 3h6a4 4 0 0 1 4 4v14a3 3 0 0 0-3-3H2z\"\/><path d=\"M22 3h-6a4 4 0 0 0-4 4v14a3 3 0 0 1 3-3h7z\"\/><\/svg>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <h4>Academics & Researchers<\/h4>\r\n <p>Faculty members, researchers, and academics whose work intersects with business development, market dynamics, or professional competency.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"membership-note\">\r\n <div class=\"membership-note-icon\">\r\n <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><path d=\"M12 22s8-4 8-10V5l-8-3-8 3v7c0 6 8 10 8 10z\"\/><\/svg>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <p>\r\n <strong>Prerequisite:<\/strong> Active BDA Membership is required before applying to the Speaker Programme. If you are not yet a member, <a href=\"https:\/\/bda-global.org\/en\/membership\/\">join BDA here<\/a> before proceeding.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<section class=\"section\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"section-header centered\">\r\n <div class=\"section-label\"><span class=\"section-label-dot\"><\/span>Speaker Standards<\/div>\r\n <h2 class=\"section-title\">Eligibility & <em>Conduct<\/em> Requirements<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"section-sub\">\r\n BDA Speakers agree to a clear set of professional standards that protect the quality of every session and the integrity of the association.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"req-grid\">\r\n <div class=\"req-card\">\r\n <div class=\"req-card-head\">\r\n <div class=\"req-icon\">\r\n <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 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fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg><\/span>Topic must relate to business development, workplace excellence, or professional growth<\/li>\r\n <li><span class=\"req-check\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg><\/span>BDA certification is welcomed but not required<\/li>\r\n <li><span class=\"req-check\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg><\/span>Ability to deliver sessions in English or Arabic<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"req-card\">\r\n <div class=\"req-card-head\">\r\n <div class=\"req-icon\">\r\n <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><path d=\"M12 22s8-4 8-10V5l-8-3-8 3v7c0 6 8 10 8 10z\"\/><\/svg>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"req-card-head-text\">\r\n <span>Professional Conduct<\/span>\r\n <h3>Speaker Commitments<\/h3>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <ul class=\"req-list\">\r\n <li><span class=\"req-check\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg><\/span>Confirm availability for the assigned session timeframe and not request changes once confirmed<\/li>\r\n <li><span class=\"req-check\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg><\/span>Work closely with BDA's event team and meet all content and submission deadlines<\/li>\r\n <li><span class=\"req-check\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg><\/span>Obtain BDA approval before making substantial changes to content, format, or AV requirements<\/li>\r\n <li><span class=\"req-check\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg><\/span>Deliver high-quality presentations in electronic format by the specified deadline<\/li>\r\n <li><span class=\"req-check\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg><\/span>Treat sessions as knowledge-sharing opportunities \u2014 not as platforms for commercial promotion<\/li>\r\n <li><span class=\"req-check\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg><\/span>Grant BDA permission to record, archive, and use session recordings across BDA platforms<\/li>\r\n <li><span class=\"req-check\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg><\/span>Remain available for BDA-requested sessions and respond promptly to scheduling communications<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n 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You are also authorised to use the BDA logo alongside your Speaker badge in your own session materials and professional communications.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <div class=\"badge-tags\">\r\n <span class=\"badge-tag\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg>LinkedIn Profile<\/span>\r\n <span class=\"badge-tag\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg>Presentations & Slides<\/span>\r\n <span class=\"badge-tag\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg>Professional Website<\/span>\r\n <span class=\"badge-tag\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg>Email Signature<\/span>\r\n <span class=\"badge-tag\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><polyline points=\"20 6 9 17 4 12\"\/><\/svg>Session Materials<\/span>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<section class=\"section\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"section-header centered\">\r\n <div class=\"section-label\"><span class=\"section-label-dot\"><\/span>Process<\/div>\r\n <h2 class=\"section-title\">How to Become a <em>BDA Speaker<\/em><\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"section-sub\">\r\n The application process is straightforward. BDA reviews every application to ensure quality and alignment with the association's standards.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"process-steps\">\r\n <div class=\"process-step\">\r\n <div class=\"process-num\">01<\/div>\r\n <h4>Join as a Member<\/h4>\r\n <p>Ensure you hold an active BDA Membership. 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