Are you planning an annual association conference, member leadership retreat, or professional development summit?
Shira Miller is a top keynote speaker for professional associations, industry associations, trade associations, business associations and member-based organizations. She is known for helping audiences spark engagement, lead with optimism, develop professionally and personally, and build thriving cultures of connection, motivation, and success.
An award-winning keynote speaker and workplace culture expert who currently serves as the Chief Communications Officer of National DCP, the $3B membership cooperative serving Dunkin’ franchisees, Shira delivers high-energy keynotes with actionable takeaways that inspire real change—on stage and long after your event ends.
Why Associations Need Culture-Centered Leadership in 2026
In 2026, associations are navigating a transformed professional landscape.
- Member expectations are evolving.
- Engagement is harder to maintain across hybrid and virtual channels.
- And retaining top talent—both within your staff and your member organizations—is more challenging than ever.
Association leaders are being asked to drive impact, connection, and innovation in a world that’s increasingly distracted and burned out.
That’s where Shira comes in as a proven speaker for member-driven organizations.
Her extensive experience with associations includes speaking to, advising, and participating as a member. Shira has delivered keynotes and led workshops for leading professional associations, industry associations and business associations, including the Society for Human Resource Management, Public Relations Society of America, Women’s Foodservice Forum and the Synthetic Turf Council.
What Shira Delivers for Associations
Shira’s keynotes help association audiences:
Her approach is ideal for:
- National and regional association conferences
- Board or staff leadership retreats
- Member development summits
- Civic and nonprofit gatherings
- Hybrid or in-person professional development events
Trusted by Leading Associations and Civic Groups
As an award-winning leadership speaker for associations, Shira has inspired members of these respected organizations:
SHRM
Public Relations Society of America
Women’s Foodservice Forum (WFF)
Synthetic Turf Council
Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce
Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce
National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO)
AAHOA
Tribal Convenience Store Association
WICT
Popular Keynotes for Association Audiences
Signature Leadership Keynote: Activate the Remarkable™
Outcomes: Stronger engagement, better culture, improved performance
Leadership Development Keynote:Own Your Remarkable™
Outcomes: Greater confidence, stronger decision-making, increased influence
Employee Engagement & Retention Keynote:The Recognition-First Leader
Outcomes: Higher engagement, improved morale, stronger leadership
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