I thought Crystal was so much fun, entertaining, and engaging. I learned so much about what the future holds and how preparing for the future starts with making plans Now! Looking forward, listening to people around you, not just those above you. Crystal has an evident understanding of the audience and how to react, engage,…
- Satellite Industries
I just finished with Crystal Washington. After 90 minutes of awesomeness, we had about 125 women, all business professionals in the room with her. It was the last day of the conference, the last keynote of the day, 90 minutes, and she rocked it. Crystal had people laughing nonstop, listening to her, every word. She…
- Experience Events
“Crystal Washington is an exceptional keynote speaker who set the stage for our conference with incredible impact. As the opening keynote at Rally's inaugural conference, she knocked it out of the park, leaving our attendees raving about her session. Crystal's ability to seamlessly blend technology and innovation with humor and laughter was a breath of…
- Rally Quarterback
The Women's Business Development Center, headquartered in Chicago, hired Crystal Washington to keynote its annual Midwest Business Conference on September 6, 2023, gathering hundreds of women entrepreneurs in public and private sector thought leaders in the small business ecosystem. We wanted a dynamo keynote who'd set the tone for the gathering, someone inspiring and informative…
- Hoopla Communications
Crystal was stellar yesterday! I was certainly excited and expecting her to be quite good, but she exceeded my already lofty expectations. We heard all day yesterday, and continue to hear today, how outstanding she was! I cannot thank you enough for making this year's conference so superlative! And you were so delightful and helpful…
- WBDC
Thank you so much for sharing such valuable feedback. Your speech was a success indeed. Your dedication to studying the IP topics and Brazil was perceived by everyone and we very much appreciate that.
- Kasnar Leonardos IP, Brazil
Crystal created a very inspiring and highly engaging session, proposing us to think about what is happening right now and consider where we should head to for a better future.
- Dannemann Siemsen
While Crystal's plenary explored the potential of generative AI, what I will mainly remember are the current risks, such as hallucinations and ownership issues - possibly because IP lawyers are very risk averse...
- Appleyard Lees IP
Crystal was entertaining, informative, and engaging! Great session.
- TD Synnex
Crystal's presentation was a "Thoughtful, interactive session that made you think about how you bring AI to your business, but equally as important, how you bring AI to your life. And yes, our team got all three answers right!"
- MBX Systems
Crystal delivered a cutting-edge discussion on emerging technology and the impacts we have in creating a better future! She's very well-spoken and engaging!
- Technologent
Crystal was an incredible speaker. Our audience was very engaged with her presentation and felt the connection with relevant content to our program. We appreciate Crystal's professionalism from beginning to end. She was always on top of her presentation and wanted to personalize it to our audience. She went above and beyond. Thank you Crystal…
- FCFS
Crystal was the perfect person to open our conference on Reimagining Your Personal Brand for the Future of Work. She shared great data, said some hard things our community needed to hear in a loving way, and opened the floodgates for excitement for the learning and development that the rest of the conference had in…
- IAAP
Crystal Washington is an awesome speaker, and presenter, with a very engaging personality, and thought-provoking interactions/questions that I feel challenges a person's way of processing one's own perceptions or notions. Beautiful spirited! She put me in a better head space at how I will begin to approach, look at, and rationalize things presented to me.…
- Unknown
For our 125h annual convention, we wanted a speaker who would help our member agencies look to the future and not with dread. We wanted them to look forward and anticipate change. Crystal Washington presented the most amazing analysis of looking forward to the “Easter egg” of change. What an outstanding and positive presentation. Clearly,…
- Independent Insurance Agents of Virginia
Crystal is a dynamic and engaging presenter who passionately conveys the importance of innovating to ensure future success and growth for your organization.
- MSUFCU
Hi. I am Dave O'Brien. I'm a principal at EVOadvisers, but I'm also the chair of the NAPFA 40th anniversary year conference here in San Diego, National Association of Personal Financial Advisors. And Crystal was just a keynote speaker for our second day. And in 12 years of going to conferences and our conferences twice…
- NAPFA
Loved it! Your energy was great and the topic was so timely. Loved the deciding on a and b options as a table. People still talking about their choices at the cocktail hour
- Pathway Financial Services
Engaging speaker who has a great perspective that provided actionable items. Loved the mini study!
- Abacus Wealth Partners
If given the choice, I usually pass on keynotes because they are often all fluff and emotion with little to no useful content or meaningful action items. Crystal was the complete opposite of that! I was pleasantly surprised by how genuine, helpful, informative, and engaging she was. Coming out of her presentation, I'm eager to…
- Unknown
Thank you for going above and beyond Crystal – you've set a new standard for us! The message and delivery to the group was timely, full of energy and FUN! I feel like we've gained a friend who helps us convey our commitment to the people attending our event. Crystal's team was a pleasure to…
- American National
Energizing, engaging, fun, Crystal opened my eyes to a different way of thinking about technology and change. I left her session feeling hopeful and feeling like I can be open to technology and change versus feeling behind the curve, thank you Crystal!
- Lincoln Financial Group
Crystal is a futuristic who helps people look ahead into different life scenarios and plan for each of them. She gave us tips and tricks on how to implement these plans into our businesses. She was entertaining and witty. I would love to see her speak again. I think the speech was great. I would…
- North Valley Eye Care
Engaging presentation with tips and tricks about how to utilize tech to improve your relationships with your clients, referral sources, etc. thank you! Enthusiasm is contagious- thank you for sharing your enthusiasm with us all!
- Raymond James
Powerfully captivating. Liked how she tailored her message to our audience. 10 Stars!
- Heritage Business Services
A great summary of technology with insights on ways to apply to your business.
- Alloy Corporate FCU
Crystal was highly engaging and thought-provoking. She shared some very valuable thoughts on how to connect to the now, and be open to being the change. She was brilliant, very engaging and brought up the energy.
- Ignite Spot Accounting Services
Great interactive content that is relevant to navigate the newest normal. Great thought provoking content. Thanks!
- Ingram Micro
Crystal recently presented to a group of Hanley Wood's top customers on top social media strategies and opportunities. Social and overall digital strategies are in their nascent stage in the B2B housing and construction industry and Crystal built an engaging and very pointed presentation that addressed the market exactly as it stands today. She also…
- Hanley Wood
As a Career Technical Student Organization, we are always looking for inspiring, compelling, and relevant speakers to engage with both our student and teacher audience. Your presentation was filled with incredible content and delivered with just the right combination of facts and entertainment
- Business Professionals of America
The session you presented to our orthodontic staff about Fun Digital Promotions was very well received! It was well tailored to its attendees, and the information you shared was valuable, timely, and on point. It was obvious that you have become an expert in these areas. Your personal enthusiasm and connection to your audience were…
- American Association of Orthodontists
On multiple occasions, we have featured Crystal Washington as a speaker/presenter at Barron's conferences, and the degree of success of those sessions, as well as the audience response to her content, have been amazing. Crystal's energy, passion, and expertise simply wows.
- Barron's
I wanted to thank you personally for your incredible keynote address at the recent SSATB Annual Meeting. You are an amazing presenter and your energy really resonated with our audience. They loved your many tangible takeaways and I'm sure many are busy revamping their social media plan at this very moment!
- SSATB: The Admission Organization
Securing you, Crystal, to present at our 2015 convention and expo in Detroit, MI from beginning to end was beyond great. Your message and information were to the point and focused on the needs of Realtors in Michigan. You were repeatedly selected by attendees as their favorite speaker of the convention and the comment by…
- Michigan Realtors
Everyone was so impressed with you and our attendees raved about you on their evaluations. You have this knack of explaining social media that makes people want more. Your delivery is such that even those that have little or no knowledge can understand, while those that are experts in the area, can still get just…
- Centers for Spiritual Living
Your guidance and expertise in the digital world gave us the opportunity to document a game plan, learn tricks to implement and identify items that would draw a red flag. Your humorous style and delivery had the audience engaged and often erupting in laughter. Your presentation was not only thoroughly enjoyed but many commented that…
- ConferenceDirect
Working with Crystal Washington and her assistant Regina Baker are delightful. Regina is professional and there are no surprises when scheduling Crystal to speak. Our attendees thought Crystal was awesome and touched on some technological issues that they needed addressed. I found her presentation well organized and on point. The addition of the Little Robot…
- Society of Government Meeting Professionals
Crystal, Thank you again for coming to speak at our Hosts Global Forum. Having had the chance to both work with you and hear you speak on numerous occasions, I knew you would not disappoint. The Hosts Global Forum is our signature event each year, and the pressure of finding educational content for a group…
- Hosts Global
Working with Crystal Washington and her assistant Regina Baker are delightful. Regina is professional and there are no surprises when scheduling Crystal to speak. Our attendees thought Crystal was awesome and touched on some technological issues that they needed addressed. I found her presentation well organized and on point. The addition of the Little Robot…
- Society of Government Meeting Professionals
Thank you again for coming to speak at our Hosts Global Forum. Having had the chance to both work with you and hear you speak on numerous occasions, I knew you would not disappoint. The Hosts Global Forum is our signature event each year, and the pressure of finding educational content for a group of…
- Hosts Global
We had high expectations for your session in IMOCIONATE iTEC and you clearly exceeded them. Working with you was a pleasure from star to finish: your respect for deadlines, your availability to find the best solutions, your commitment to do whatever was necessary to give the best presentation for our public are the marks of…
- IMOCIONATE iTEC
Dear Crystal, Last week, I had the opportunity to see, hear and feel your enthusiasm and energy! You kicked off the morning of our professional development, OkACTE Excellence. You were so dynamic! The attendees were not disappointed, and I am certain you sold and signed each book, personalizing the experience for all of those that…
- OkACTE
August 26th. With the theme of Endless Possibilities, the convention offered numerous opportunities for professional development, networking and making meaningful connections for our nearly 3,000 guests ranging from students, early career and mid-level professionals to senior executives. For the latter group, we hosted a number of executive sessions at the convention including the one where…
- Ascend - PAN Asian Leaders
That was the most substantial and interactive webinar we've had. We'd never used polling before. Thank you for a great experience. The lightning round you suggested brought fun and excitement, and our sponsors were thankful and happy to get some sunshine. Please let us know if there is anything else you offer. We love you!
- Structured Finance Association
Crystal Washington provided the webinar "Branding Yourself for the Future" for 4 U.S. chapters (Chicago, Florida/Caribbean, Mountain West, and Southeast) within the global community of SITE - the Society for Incentive Travel Excellence. We had shared with Crystal that because the travel industry has been so affected by COVID, many of our members were furloughed…
- SITE Chicago
Crystal Washington is a powerhouse presenter. She takes the time to provide valuable research, data, and education tailored to her audience's needs. She is engaging, on top of current trends and resources giving clients the ability to stay ahead of the curve. We value her insights and enjoy the energy she brings to all of…
- Murex Properties, LLC
As we all settle into the 'new normal' and determining the future of events, I wanted to inspire, motivate and encourage my fellow event planners here on the UC Davis campus. I reached out to Crystal for some help! Right away Crystal helped me decide what the challenges were, and how best to guide event…
- University of California, Davis
I have been getting calls thanking me for having you and so many who have said they were going to make a list of their clients and begin reaching out to see if they are ok and what they can do - you did make an impact. I can never truly thank you enough for…
- NAIFA SC
Crystal, You. Are. Amazing! Time and time again you deliver a truly customized experience with added special touches to each of your keynotes. When our live conference cancelled, we had just a few weeks to shift to a virtual leadership experience for our high school members. Without hesitation, you said, "how can I help?" You…
- Factor 110
Crystal Washington is without a doubt the most entertaining and dynamic speaker and tech strategist for a virtual or in-person event. We hired Crystal prior to moving our 22nd annual conference to a fully virtual experience and she easily and quickly worked with us to bring a fun, virtual experience to our attendees. Crystal was…
- NWA Business Women's Conference
"It has been a pleasure for IHRSA to work with Crystal Washington. She tailored her presentation to fit the fitness industry, weaving her expertise into relevant, tangible takeaways for our virtual event attendees, and gave us a great short video for social media to help promote her talk. She even rented a professional stage for…
- IHRSA
Crystal was GREAT! Everyone loved her! We thought we had a good one when we met her through Teams meetings and she was exactly the same in-person and over-delivered. She knew the credit unions and really spoke to the crowd. She even wanted a picture of her and the events team plus our SVP and…
- Alloya Corporate FCU
I've booked Crystal to keynote at a few VIP client events. She's done very well turning what could be dry material (tech-savvy) into highly entertaining, interactive sessions. Able to make her material relevant to a wide range of industries and professions. She has a professionally managed office so I always am well supported for proposals.…
- Promenade Speakers Bureau
What can I say but the BIGGEST thank you, from the bottom of my heart! We all had the best time ever and learned so much from you. The team are bouncing with excitement and passion, ready for this new year! Thanks to you, we were able to close our National Sales Meeting on such…
- Dermalogica
Thank you for the terrific presentation at our recent Clinical Diagnostics 2021 Global Sales and Marketing Virtual Meeting. The audience reviews have been overwhelmingly positive. They loved the energy and great tips for updating their social media pages. Our attendees felt you were engaging and funny. They enjoyed sharing their thoughts and contributing to the…
- Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thank you for the terrific presentation at our recent Clinical Diagnostics 2021 Global Sales and Marketing Virtual Meeting. The audience reviews have been overwhelmingly positive. They loved the energy and great tips for updating their social media pages. Our attendees felt you were engaging and funny. They enjoyed sharing their thoughts and contributing to the…
- Thermo Fisher Scientific
Crystal Washington was the perfect fit for our annual sales conference this year. Her energy, enthusiasm in a virtual setting, combined with her ability to pull in relevant company information and material, made her session the highlight of our conference! Not only was Crystal easy to work with, she went above and beyond by tailoring…
- EXL
In today's hyper-connected environment, organizations are needing to leverage current technology and imagine the future in order to position themselves for success. Crystal Washington does an amazing job of helping companies think strategically about using technology to connect with customers with captivating content, on point branding and digital interaction. She's engaging, energetic, funny, and passionate…
- Everence Financial
Crystal Washington was the perfect speaker for our Women in Technology Series. Her timely insights and tips on how to brand yourself in a digital world resonated very well with our attendees. The interactive style of the presentation brought in audience participation and especially the polling function. She listened to what we wanted in our…
- Zones, LLC
Crystal and her team were wonderful to work with. Crystal made a point of understanding who she was speaking to and was so engaging in her presentation and interactions. Her material and delivery were fantastic – very entertaining, informative and positive – and I came away both inspired and with concrete takeaways on how to…
- NCSL
I'm the Director of Marketing at Satellite Industries. We're a manufacturer and distributor of equipment to the portable sanitation industry. We are a global provider. We operate in over 120 countries. I'm here at the Satellite Women's Conference, where we had over 110 attendees. And we just got out of Crystal Washington's session on the…
- Satellite Industries
Crystals' presentation was inspiring and well-prepared (bringing updated) information about Brazil pi environment. Amazing!
- Bayer
Very engaging and inspiring. Crystal was an amazing speaker and had relevant content. I enjoyed her as a keynote speaker and would love to see her again!
- Aims Community College
It was incredibly informative, and Crystal was one of the most engaging speakers I've ever heard!
- Elwood & Goetz
Crystal is the best I've heard in years! Being a motivational speaker myself, she was a breath of fresh air! A must-hear when you can. It would be an honor to meet you & thank you personally for a job well done. Doc Smith District Manager United Rentals
- United
Crystal keeps the audience engaged and in the moment with her unique story telling, interactive group queries and thought provoking content about the changes digital devices have changes modern business world and how people exist within it. Ms. Washington will take you on a journey of self-discovery and offers several delicious nuggets (or digital life…
- Malara Agency
This session was a forward looking set of facts leading people to actionable business building ideas.
- Raymond James
You did an incredible job making the content relevant to multiple generations of workers and making it engaging! I would 100% suggest that Kaiser brings Crystal into larger groups of more senior employees for her to dazzle them the way she did for Connect@MSSA!
- Kaiser Permanente
Crystal's energy is infectious!! Crystal did a phenomenal job at engaging the group by knowing a lot about my industry and having relevant content. Great job!!! Keep up the good work!
- Wells Fargo
It was very inspiring and helpful to give you a different perspective on how to future proof your business.
- Ingram Micro
I really appreciated the information on technology pertinent now and technology to come. I also liked information on how to video setup. I loved Crystal's energy and intelligence on the subject matter presented. Great information and presentation!
- Alloya
Crystal is a futurist who helps people look ahead into different life scenarios and plan for each of them. She gave us tips and tricks on how to implement these plans into our businesses. She was entertaining and witty. I would love to see her speak again.
- Attendee
I had the privilege to meet Crystal and hear her presentation on using social media. I got a better idea of how I should be using social media more effectively in her sixty minute presentation than all the time spent over the past two years with other speakers. Her knowledge, enthusiasm, clarity and concise message…
- American Woodmark
We were so impressed with all of your knowledge on social media. You were so funny and engaging and many of our members commented on how this was the best seminar we have ever held. Our member base is so diverse and ranges from major hotels to small businesses, so it was really amazing that…
- Long Island CVB & Sports Commission
WOW! We can't thank you enough for your superb presentation on The Future of Social Media - Trends and Strategy. Your ability to take the complex subject of social media and deliver cogent, useful strategies for business professionals was applauded by those in attendance. Suffice to say, you supported our mission to advance the success…
- Crew-St. Louis
Crystal's performance is strong. She is very professional and extremely self-sufficient. It is so nice to have a speaker like Crystal onsite who can manage herself, talk to attendees, and brighten every room that she enters! We loved working with Crystal and always enjoy seeing her!
- Connect
Today was great! You're positivity, engagement and message made a huge impact! We had over 100 people on our call. Thank you for your time and energy!!!
- GE SmartMeetings
Crystal! She is a rockstar! So incredibly prepared! The level of customization she was able to integrate with her presentation was truly amazing - especially given the crunch time we had to prep! She was the last speaker on our agenda and closed out our program. She was the perfect choice for that! Incredibly energized,…
- Insurance Auto Auctions
What can we say about having Crystal Washington as a keynote speaker for our Momentum? Builder 2021 event but spectacular! Crystal's preparation in making her presentation custom to our audience was game-changing. The way she integrated some of our participants with pictures and samples using their actual pictures and posts were impressive. We all loved…
- DG Media and Entertainment
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