Spring 2027 Observance Speakers: Earth Day, AAPI, Mental Health and Military Appreciation

19 Oct Spring 2027 Observance Speakers: Earth Day, AAPI, Mental Health and Military Appreciation

The best spring 2027 observance speakers are Xiuhtezcatl Martinez for Earth Day, Amanda Nguyen for AAPI Heritage Month, Justin Wren, John O’Leary, Natalie Stavas, and Suneel Gupta for Mental Health Awareness Month, and Consuelo Kickbusch, Robert Darling, Greg Wooldridge, and Nicole Malachowski for Military Appreciation Month. Earth Day falls on April 22, and the other three observances run through May. This guide from Collaborative Agency Group explains who fits each observance and when to book.

Spring 2027 Observance Speakers: Why to Book Now

Observance dates do not move, which makes them the least flexible events on a planning calendar. The best speakers are booked 6 to 12 months in advance, and fall is when spring programming gets locked in. Each section below pairs an observance with speakers whose profiles fit it.

Earth Day: Xiuhtezcatl Martinez

Xiuhtezcatl Martinez is an Indigenous climate activist, hip-hop artist, and author who addressed the United Nations General Assembly at age 15. He is the youth director of Earth Guardians and was named to the TIME 25 Most Influential Teens list. His keynotes combine spoken word, music, and advocacy on climate action, environmental justice, and youth empowerment. Best for: Earth Day programs, sustainability events, and youth leadership audiences. View his profile or browse our sustainability speakers.

AAPI Heritage Month: Amanda Nguyen

Amanda Nguyen is a civil rights activist and Nobel Peace Prize nominee who wrote the Sexual Assault Survivors’ Bill of Rights, which passed Congress unanimously in 2016. She went on to ignite the Stop Asian Hate movement and founded the civil rights organization Rise. Her profile lists an AAPI Heritage Month program. Best for: DEI conferences, policy events, and corporate audiences focused on advocacy. View her profile.

Mental Health Awareness Month: Four Speakers

These speakers speak on resilience, purpose, and well-being. They are not clinical programs, and they suit events that want an inspiring keynote alongside wellness resources.

Justin Wren is a former UFC heavyweight fighter and the founder of Fight for the Forgotten, which has freed more than 3,000 enslaved individuals. His themes are purpose and overcoming obstacles. View his profile.

John O’Leary is the bestselling author of On Fire: The 7 Choices to Ignite a Radically Inspired Life and host of the Live Inspired podcast. He speaks on gratitude, purpose, and resilience. View his profile.

Natalie Stavas is a pediatrician who ran toward the blast at the 2013 Boston Marathon and performed CPR and first aid for more than 90 minutes. Her keynote, Running Towards Chaos, covers resilience and servant leadership. View her profile.

Suneel Gupta is the bestselling author of Backable, a Harvard Medical School visiting scholar, and the founding CEO of the wellness company RISE. He speaks on beating burnout and building resilient, high-performing teams. View his profile, or browse our healthcare and wellness speakers.

Military Appreciation Month: Four Speakers

Consuelo Kickbusch is a retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel and the highest-ranking Hispanic woman in the Army’s Combat Support Field. Robert Darling is a retired Marine Corps lieutenant colonel and former presidential helicopter pilot who was inside the White House on September 11, 2001. Greg Wooldridge is the only commanding officer in history to lead the Blue Angels for three separate tours. Nicole Malachowski is a 21-year Air Force veteran and the first woman to fly with the Thunderbirds.

Read their full Robert Darling spotlight and Greg Wooldridge spotlight, or see our guide to Veterans Day speakers and our military speakers page.

How to Book Spring Observance Speakers

Start with your date, audience size, and goal for the session, then ask about customizing the keynote or adding a breakout. Our how to book a speaker page walks through the process. Because these speakers take observance dates across the country, earlier requests give you more options.

The Bottom Line

For spring 2027, Xiuhtezcatl Martinez fits Earth Day, Amanda Nguyen fits AAPI Heritage Month, Justin Wren, John O’Leary, Natalie Stavas, and Suneel Gupta fit Mental Health Awareness Month, and four military leaders fit Military Appreciation Month. Check availability and current fees on each profile, or tell us about your event and we will recommend the right fit.