ALFN Events - Speaker Interest Form Survey

Review the ALFN Speaker Selection Policy prior to completing this form by clicking here. This form explains who is eligible to speak at ALFN events, and how speakers are selected.

You may complete this speaker form, or update a previous form submission, at any point during the year; however, deadlines apply before each major ALFN event so please keep in mind your availability as substitutions from your organization will not be allowed. Submissions must be completed by each event's deadline listed below in order to be considered as a speaker for each event.

ALFN Members must be current on all membership dues and fees by the speaker form deadlines listed below to be considered as a speaker. Clients (Mortgage Servicers, GSE's, Investors) may be considered as speakers upon completion of this form. Non-ALFN Members (Law Firms, Foreclosure Trustees or Service Providers that aren't a member of the ALFN) will not be considered unless prior approval has been given by ALFN's President & CEO. Moderator assignments are made with priority given to ALFN Law Firm or Associate Members.

We are looking to select individuals who are excellent public speakers, engaging and interactive with their presentations, entertaining and educational, and who are recognized experts in their field.

Submitting your interest to be a speaker in no way guarantees selection and only those individuals selected as speakers will be notified. Please note that not every candidate will be selected and you may be offered speaking opportunities at various ALFN events. If you are selected as a speaker, you will be notified no less than 60 days prior to the scheduled event. If you are not selected to speak at an event, no notification will be given.

Event Dates & Speaker Form Deadlines:
- WILLPOWER - Women in Legal Leadership (WILL) Summit (April 21-22 – The Highland, Dallas, TX) - Form Deadline January 30, 2026
- CORE Summit (Culture Opportunity Respect Engagement) (formerly the IDEA Summit) (April 21-22 – The Highland, Dallas, TX) - Form Deadline January 30, 2026
- ANSWERS - ALFN's Annual Conference (July 19-22 – Park Hyatt Aviara, Carlsbad, CA) - Form Deadline March 2, 2026
- INTERSECT (FC+BK) - ALFN's Annual Foreclosure & Bankruptcy Conference (Nov. 19, Omni PGA Frisco Resort, Frisco, TX) - Form Deadline July 13, 2026

1.Speaker/Presenter Information(Required.)

Name

Job Title

Company Name

Email Address

3.Are you a licensed and practicing attorney?(Required.)

No

Yes; Please list which states where you are licensed and currently practicing in (list as state abbreviations in alphabetical order).

4.If you are employed by a law firm or foreclosure trustee, list the states that your firm/company has a creditors' rights practice in (list as state abbreviations in alphabetical order).

9.How would you describe your level of experience as a speaker?(Required.)

Beginner – I’ve spoken a few times or am new to public speaking

Intermediate – I speak occasionally and feel comfortable with audiences

Advanced – I regularly speak at events or conferences

Professional – Speaking is a major part of my career

Additional Information

10.How would you rate your speaking effectiveness based on feedback you’ve received from event organizers or audience members?(Required.)

Needs Improvement – I’m new or still working on building my speaking skills

Below Average – I’m still developing as a speaker and receive constructive feedback

Average – Feedback is mixed or varies by event

Good – Feedback is consistently positive with occasional suggestions

Excellent – I regularly receive very strong positive feedback

Additional Information

11.If you were a moderator or speaker at an ALFN or other industry event in the last two years, please provide any details you are able to about the name of the event, topic that you presented on, and any feedback you received on your past presentations and speaking abilities (survey comments, speaker ratings, hosting organization comments, audience remarks). Respond with N/A if you haven't spoken at an ALFN or other industry event in the past few years.

13.Please generally describe your top areas of expertise, those where you have expert level knowledge and feel most comfortable speaking on topics in these core areas.(Required.)

14.Please provide the names of any companies or individuals that you WOULD NOT like to be selected to speak with (such as for panel presentations). This information is not shared and is only referenced by ALFN staff when making speaker assignments.

15.Please provide a reference (name and email) who we can contact that can demonstrate how you have excelled not only at public speaking, but that you are in fact an expert at the core competencies you have listed above.

15. ALFN SPEAKER AGREEMENT
The terms and conditions of this agreement apply to any current and future ALFN events (in-person and online events and webinars) where you are selected as a speaker. A speaker role may include being a presenter, moderator, panelist, discussion leader or other similar role where you are actively speaking.

SPEAKER TERMS & CONDITIONS
a. I agree to comply with all program-related deadlines provided to me by ALFN, including but not limited to deadlines for handouts, presentations, registration, A/V requests, etc.

b. During my presentation, I will not engage in any type of discussion on social or political issues that have not been previously approved by the ALFN, will not engage in promotional marketing or selling of any product or service, and I will not disparage ALFN or other members of ALFN in any way. In General, please refrain from giving political opinions or making any political references or endorsements, unless they address current economic conditions, or any legislative or regulatory issues you are reviewing, with factual information. Keep any political remarks neutral. Avoid making any remarks that could be perceived as controversial or negative towards any event attendees or their businesses (which may include creditors' rights law firms, mortgage industry service providers/vendors, mortgage servicers, investors, lenders, mortgage servicing rating agencies, chapter 13 bankruptcy trustees, Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, HUD, FHA, VA, Ginnie Mae, CFPB, USDA, FHFA, and other participants from the mortgage servicing industry). Refrain from any remarks that aren't supportive of the mortgage servicing industry, including those related to mortgage default and creditors' rights. Treat every participant with respect, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic. Refrain from making comments or jokes about gender, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any other personal characteristics. Maintain a professional demeanor at all times. Focus on the topic at hand and avoid any language or behavior that could be considered offensive or discriminatory.

c. I agree to notify ALFN's program manager immediately in the event that an emergency should prevent me from meeting my obligation as a speaker.

d. I grant to ALFN a royalty-free license to use, reproduce and distribute my presentation (including all handouts and PowerPoint presentations) in any way in the future, with appropriate attribution to me. I understand that this license does not change the fact that I retain copyright ownership of my presentation, and does not prohibit me from using my presentation in any way or from allowing others to use it. If you intend on using internal corporate information in your presentation that you do not allow to be distributed to attendees of the event, or included in any archived version, then please inform the ALFN's CEO of what information should not be shared that is part of your presentation, of which is considered internal corporate information.

SPEAKER TERMS & CONDITIONS - CONTINUED
e. I agree to use the PowerPoint and supplemental materials templates, as well as any logos or branding provided to me by ALFN for any PowerPoint presentation and/or materials I may utilize in connection with the program, and I agree not to use these templates and logos in any way except in connection with this ALFN program.

f. To the best of my knowledge, my presentation does not violate any proprietary or personal rights of others (including any copyright, trademark and privacy rights), is factually accurate, and contains nothing defamatory or otherwise unlawful. I have the full authority to enter into this agreement and have obtained all necessary permissions or licenses from any individuals or organizations whose material is included or used in my presentation.

g. I authorize ALFN to use my name, likeness, photograph, and biographical data in connection with the use and promotion of the program.

h. I give my consent for ALFN to record my presentation in audio and/or visual form, should ALFN choose to do so. I understand that ALFN is the sole copyright owner of the recording and can distribute and sell it, along with any supporting materials. Upon request, ALFN will provide me with one complimentary copy of the recording, which I may use for my personal, archival use (which use includes posting the recording on my website or using the recording in my marketing materials); however, I agree not to sell, distribute, or otherwise use the recording in any other way, except with the prior written consent of ALFN. I understand that any other recording of my presentation is expressly prohibited.

i. I will be responsible for all travel arrangements and expenses that I incur, unless special arrangements are needed and approved by the ALFN. I understand that I will not receive any royalties, honorarium, reimbursement of expenses, or other compensation from ALFN in connection with the program or the rights granted above, unless they are approved in writing by the ALFN.

16.Please type your full name in the box below indicating that you agree to the above Speaker Agreement, and all other terms and conditions provided in this speaker interest form, including the Speaker Selection Policy.(Required.)