American Red Cross Lee County Chapter Speaker Bureau

Speakers Bureau Program

The American Red Cross of Lee County offers trained volunteers to speak to community groups, businesses, and organizations on a variety of topics relevant to the Lee County residents. Volunteers give talks at locations throughout the county. The Speaker’s Bureau Program differs from Red Cross training programs in that the speeches are designed to provide general information with no expectation of certification or training requirements.

How to Sign Up

You can request a speaker by calling the American Red Cross of Lee County at 239-278-3401 or by completing the Request Form. Once a form is completed and submitted, a staff member will contact you regarding your request.

What Are Our Topics

  • General Overview of the American Red Cross of Lee County
  • Make a Family Disaster Plan
  • I Was Deployed to the Gulf Coast During Katrina: Here’s My Story
  • Hurricane Preparedness
  • Fire Preparedness
  • Tornado Preparedness
  • Volunteer Opportunities for Individuals, Organizations, and Businesses
  • Services for Armed Forces Members and Their Families
  • AEDs (Automated External Defibrillator) in the Workplace
  • Health and Safety-General Overview of our Programs and Trainings
  • Hot Topic (Customized Speech)

Who Are Our Speakers

Our speakers are trained volunteers, staff members, and board members of the American Red Cross of Lee County chapter. Speakers are trained to provide a general overview of our organization. Depending on the topic selected, speakers will have additional training in their area of expertise. Please Note: Speaker’s bureau presentations are informational and are not considered trainings.

Please visit the Health and Safety Department and the Disaster Services Department for information on official training courses.

Click here to download the Speakers Bureau Request a Speaker Form.