MIC DROP TALKS
May 14, 2026 | 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Indiana Roof Ballroom
Indianapolis, IN
A morning of bold ideas, powerful stories, and thought-provoking voices — for people who want to build motivation that lasts and momentum that matters
A Conference Where Women Turn Their Voice Into Influence
MAY 13–14, 2026 | Indianapolis, IN
Mic Drop LIVE is a two-day immersive conference for women growing paid speaking careers with real tools, real connection, and real momentum.
WHAT DOES IT REALLY MEAN TO “MAKE IT”?
You hit the goal… and immediately start
thinking about the next one.
You’re doing well — but still wondering if
you’re doing the right thing.
You tell yourself you’ll slow down after
this week… this project… this season
Wit special guest Allyson Felix
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HEADLINE KEYNOTE: JESS EKSTROM
Forbes Top-Rated keynote speaker Jess Ekstrom uses modern research and her experience building two multi-million-dollar businesses to help audiences create lasting motivation and deeper engagement in their work.
It turns out — While traditional leadership approaches focus on external rewards, the latest science shows us that the most flourishing contributors have a personal, internal connection to their work.
If you’re looking to infuse individuals at any level of your organization with unshakeable motivation through gripping storytelling and entertainment, it’s here.
Audience Takeaways:
- How to wire yourself and your teams to become intrinsically motivated instead of externally validated
- How intrinsic motivation leads to increased problem solving and fulfillment
- Simple secrets to more powerfully create and innovate everyday
During the event, Jess will record a live episode of her podcast with Allyson Felix as special guest
Allyson Felix is the most decorated American Track & Field Olympian of all time, co-founder of Saysh and Always Alpha, and a leading advocate for maternity rights and women in sports.
They'll talk about:
- The pressure of performance
- identity beyond achievement
- What “making it” really means
Heather
Hall
Valentina
Leonett
Dr. Rene
Roberts
Karen Lynn
Kaplan
Samantha
Lane
Dr. Sweta Chawla
Makeda
Boehm
Leia
Baez
MIC DROP TALKS
Spotlighting powerful ideas from graduates of Mic Drop Academy.
Each speaker delivers a focused talk connected to the theme: MAKING IT
Topics include:
- Career Pivots
- Resilience and reinvention
- Redefining ambition
- Using your voice in moments that matter
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
People in business and leadership
Entrepreneurs and creators
Corporate teams and HR leaders
Event planners looking for emerging speakers
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
- Jess Ekstrom's Keynote, "Making It Without Losing It"
- Short Mic Drop Moments & Talks That Keep Energy High
- Live podcast recording with Allyson Felix
- Networking With Women From Across Industries
- A signed copy of Jess’ new book “Making it Without Losing It”
8:00AM
Doors Open + Coffee
8:30AM
Welcome
8:45AM | KEYNOTE
Jess Ekstrom — Making It Without Losing It
9:30AM
Mic Drop Talks (Part 1)
SHORT BREAK
10:15AM
Mic Drop Talks (Part 2)
11:00AM
Jess’ Live Podcast Recording of “Making It” with Allyson Felix
12:00PM
Closing
THE EXPERIENCE
INCLUDES
- Jess Ekstrom's Keynote, "Making It Without Losing It"
- A signed copy of Jess’ new book “Making it Without Losing It”
- 8 Mic Drop Moment Talks
- Live podcast recording of Jess Ekstrom’s Podcast “Making It” with Allyson Felix
- Networking with attendees
Corporate & Team Tickets
Bring your team to a morning designed to inspire bold thinking and confident voices
Early bird bundles starting at:
$399
Prices go up April 15, 2026
IDEAL FOR
- Leadership teams
- Women's ERGs
- Marketing teams
- Entrepreneur groups
TICKET OPTIONS
- 5-ticket bundle
Goes up to $499 after April 15th - 10-ticket bundle
Goes up to $999 after April 15th - Table Sponsorship and Brand Visibility
($2000) 10 Ticket included plus branding on all marketing materials
BE IN THE ROOM
Join us for a morning of Mic Drop Moments and powerful voices
Hosted by Jess Ekstrom & the Team at Mic Drop
Mic Drop LIVE is hosted by Jess Ekstrom, founder of Mic Drop Workshop and nationally recognized speaker.
Jess created Mic Drop to solve a real problem she saw firsthand: women with powerful ideas who didn’t know how to turn their voice into opportunity. Today, she and her team help women build speaking careers rooted in clarity, confidence, and community.
Jess isn’t just teaching what she knows, she’s here to lift other women’s voices.
Become a Sponsor
Interested in becoming a sponsor of the conference? Contact us at jacqueline@micdropworkshop.com
We’re not just here to take the stage, we’re here to make space. We lift as we climb and amplify the voices that need to be heard. Our success is not about how far we reach, it’s about how far we help other women reach.
Mic Drop helps women find their voice, refine their message, and grow paid speaking careers. Through courses, coaching, community, and live experiences like Mic Drop LIVE, women gain the clarity and support they need to step onto stages and stay there.
Mic Drop LIVE is the in-person extension of that mission.