Christine Walker, MPPA
Keynote Speaker: Advocacy Expert; Founder of Chasing Hope Foundation & Author of "Chasing Hope...Navigating the World of the Special Needs Child"
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Christine Walker, MPPA Biography
Christine Walker brings both lived experience and professional expertise to her presentations. Blending humor, candor and warmth, Walker shares how anyone can be the change they want to see.
Whether the audience is a sitting in a conference room, or in an arena, Walker shares the top tips for effective advocacy for an issue, a campaign or international concern.
A native of Chicago, Walker started working in politics & government at a young age, beginning with an internship in the state senate as a high school senior. After graduating from Lake Forest College with a degree in Politics, Walker worked for elected and appointed officials in Illinois and Washington, D.C.
Switching to the private sector, Walker was part of Tiffany & Co.'s Corporate Sales organization. Awarded Rookie of the Year and two consecutive Winner's Circles, Walker enjoyed serving in both sales executive and management roles. Among the many rewarding clients Walker worked with were the Green Bay Packers, Eli Lilly, McDonald's, S.C. Johnson and Abbott Labs.
Following the birth of her second child, Walker traded in her Admiral's Club membership for a double stroller. Soon after, Walker found herself navigating the uncharted waters of having a child with special needs. Encountering obstacles to her son's care, Walker returned to her public policy roots and became a legislative advocate for mental health & special education.
Walker received a Master of Arts in Public Policy & Administration from Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois, with a specialization in legislative advocacy.
In 2013, Walker founded the Chasing Hope Foundation to support families like hers that were raising children with autism and related brain disorders.
Walker returned to Lake Forest College as an adjunct professor of Politics, in 2017 teaching public policy, American government, Legal Studies, Congress and Disabilities in the Classroom. In 2022, Walker helped create a Public Policy Studies offering at the College, including a signature program, the annual Public Policy Analysis Challenge.
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Christine Walker, MPPA Speaking Topics
What can you do when you find something you don't like? Plenty! For anyone who has ever thought they wanted to change the world, or at least their neighborhood, Advocacy 101 has you covered.
This session will share the foundation of every advocacy effort, how to craft and deliver a message, in addition to how to share your story with a lawmaker. Attendees will learn how to create simple, effective and scalable advocacy campaigns for an issue, referendum or candidate important to them.
Real world success stories will be included, as will templates with suggested verbiage for successful advocacy efforts for any level of government.
Remember when talking politics was fun? It can be again! Learning the essentials of any political conversation can boost confidence, engagement & enjoyment in the process. This session will share with attendees how easy it is to master the key points & ideas of politics.
Are you Left? Right? Center? What's the difference? Attendees will come away with not only the basics of political terms, but also understand where they stand on party positions. The focus of the session is helping attendees feel more comfortable having conversations with friends, family, colleagues or neighbors on issues of the day, all without conflict.
The session fosters discussion among attendees regardless of partisan affiliation. Armed with the essentials of any political convo, guests will leave the session actually looking forward to talking politics.
You're familiar with ""Welcome to Holland"", the poem written by Emily Kingsley? Despite planning for a trip to Italy, she finds herself in Holland, completely unprepared & confused. These words ring true to nearly every parent raising a child with special needs: you might not have planned on Holland, but that's where you are.
In this unique session, family members of a child with special needs will learn some of the best skills necessary to thrive. How do you keep a marriage together? How can you parent your other children? What do you say to neighbors & strangers with questions? These are just a few of the topics presented in this session.
Ultimately, one child with special needs is like having three typical children. From the increased demand on time, finances, school resources, medical care, future planning, post-school employment and living, no two families are the same. It's important to begin with the end in mind, as well as stay focused on redefining success.
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How much does it cost to book Christine Walker, MPPA for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Christine Walker, MPPA, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Christine Walker, MPPA are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Christine Walker, MPPA, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
What topics does Christine Walker, MPPA speak about?
Christine Walker, MPPA is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Authors, Non-Profit, Professors, Business Leadership, Female Leadership, Empowerment, Diversity & Inclusion, Mental Health, Political, History, Government, Resilience, Overcoming Adversity, Educational Motivation, Youth, Culture, Bipartisan, College, Motivational, Education and Education Policy Reform.
Where does Christine Walker, MPPA travel from?
Christine Walker, MPPA generally travels from Chicago, IL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Christine Walker, MPPA?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Christine Walker, MPPA for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Christine Walker, MPPA for your next private or corporate function.
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AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Christine Walker, MPPA or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
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If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
Christine Walker, MPPA is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Authors, Impactful Non-Profit and Professors. The estimated speaking fee range to book Christine Walker, MPPA for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Christine Walker, MPPA generally travels from Chicago, IL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Tania Israel, Keith L. Brown and Zerlina Maxwell. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Christine Walker, MPPA for an upcoming event.
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Christine Walker, MPPA Speaking Topics
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Advocacy 101: Want to Change the World? Change the Laws.
What can you do when you find something you don't like? Plenty! For anyone who has ever thought they wanted to change the world, or at least their neighborhood, Advocacy 101 has you covered.
This session will share the foundation of every advocacy effort, how to craft and deliver a message, in addition to how to share your story with a lawmaker. Attendees will learn how to create simple, effective and scalable advocacy campaigns for an issue, referendum or candidate important to them.
Real world success stories will be included, as will templates with suggested verbiage for successful advocacy efforts for any level of government.
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Politics 101: What you need to know, but are afraid to ask.
Remember when talking politics was fun? It can be again! Learning the essentials of any political conversation can boost confidence, engagement & enjoyment in the process. This session will share with attendees how easy it is to master the key points & ideas of politics.
Are you Left? Right? Center? What's the difference? Attendees will come away with not only the basics of political terms, but also understand where they stand on party positions. The focus of the session is helping attendees feel more comfortable having conversations with friends, family, colleagues or neighbors on issues of the day, all without conflict.
The session fosters discussion among attendees regardless of partisan affiliation. Armed with the essentials of any political convo, guests will leave the session actually looking forward to talking politics.
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Parenting a Child with Special Needs: Your Compass for a New Normal
You're familiar with ""Welcome to Holland"", the poem written by Emily Kingsley? Despite planning for a trip to Italy, she finds herself in Holland, completely unprepared & confused. These words ring true to nearly every parent raising a child with special needs: you might not have planned on Holland, but that's where you are.
In this unique session, family members of a child with special needs will learn some of the best skills necessary to thrive. How do you keep a marriage together? How can you parent your other children? What do you say to neighbors & strangers with questions? These are just a few of the topics presented in this session.
Ultimately, one child with special needs is like having three typical children. From the increased demand on time, finances, school resources, medical care, future planning, post-school employment and living, no two families are the same. It's important to begin with the end in mind, as well as stay focused on redefining success.
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How do I book Christine Walker, MPPA to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Christine Walker, MPPA for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Christine Walker, MPPA, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Christine Walker, MPPA or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Christine Walker, MPPA for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Christine Walker, MPPA, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Christine Walker, MPPA are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Christine Walker, MPPA, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Christine Walker, MPPA speak about?
Christine Walker, MPPA is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Authors, Non-Profit, Professors, Business Leadership, Female Leadership, Empowerment, Diversity & Inclusion, Mental Health, Political, History, Government, Resilience, Overcoming Adversity, Educational Motivation, Youth, Culture, Bipartisan, College, Motivational, Education and Education Policy Reform. -
Where does Christine Walker, MPPA travel from?
Christine Walker, MPPA generally travels from Chicago, IL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Christine Walker, MPPA?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Christine Walker, MPPA for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Christine Walker, MPPA for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Christine Walker, MPPA or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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