Virtual speaking on Rural and small town development

Running a virtual event? Tap my experience presenting dynamic and engaging remote session.

For over a decade, I’ve led live, recorded, flipped, conversational and question/answer sessions through video and audio, plus engaging online chats. Groups like the National Federation of Independent Businesses, National Cooperative Extension, Radically Rural, Mid America Economic Development Council and British Columbia Economic Development Association have turned to me for exciting presentations even when we’re not all in the same room.

Audiences rave about the practical ideas they can implement right away, the clarity of my message, and say it was like I was right there in the room with them.

Because of my years of experience, I’m comfortable and effective on camera. My working home studio offers multiple background choices to match the tone of your event. I use a professional mic, camera and lights, with a complete set of backup equipment to guard against technical failures. I have backups for my backups!

Whatever platform you use, I’m probably familiar with it, including Zoom, Webex, Whova Virtual, GoTo, Microsoft Teams, Adobe Connect, and Google Meet. These services are always changing, so I’m flexible about learning your favorite conferencing system. I’m happy to join your tech check to be sure everything is ready to go.

Live keynotes, recorded presentations, guest lectures, discussions, live audio calls or text only chats–I’ll adapt to your needs to best serve your audience, no matter the medium.

Becky McCray presenting from her home studio, with a fireplace in view — Audience members can relate to my casual work-from-home background.

Becky McCray presenting via video from her home studio — A distraction-free background might match your event better.

See what they’re saying.

Lots of great ideas for small rural towns and small business owners who just want to try something out or expand their businesses. It’s so much about building a community and telling the stories about what works. Great presenter who is obviously passionate and genuine about what she does, and embodies economic development in her everyday work.”

Kathleen Code

Webinar co-organizer, British Columbia, Canada

I’m going to be Room Rater and give Becky 10/10. Art, plant, great lighting, great sound. You’re being a good role model for presenting online.

Lisa Sieverts

virtual event attendee, New Hampshire

This was a fantastic webinar chockablock with easy, doable, accessible ideas for inexpensive ec dev. Someone who attended even said it was the best webinar they’ve ever been to. Two plus years into a pandemic, that is quite a feat!

Heather Hallgrimson

Event organizer, Saskatchewan, Canada

An hour ago I was fatalistic, now I’m hopeful.

Annonymous

Small business owner at a webinar watch party, Minnesota

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You get down-to-earth advice based on my experience as a life-long rural entrepreneur and cattle rancher, including the “get your hands dirty” aspects that others gloss over.

Visit Your Town

Becky McCray leads a tour of a small town business district

Turn a visit from me into change for your town

We get out and walk through your downtown to all work together on practical steps you can use right now.

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Emcee & Hosting

Host, moderator, emcee to liven up your event

I love live sessions! Keeping discussion flowing, managing lightning presentation rounds, wrangling a rowdy audience

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In-person Sessions

Northwest Michigan Housing Summit 2024. Becky McCray keynote speaker. Photo by Gary Howe

Interactive keynote and workshop sessions

Using my real-world perspective as a small business owner, I deliver concrete take-aways to shape the future of your town

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