Hot Five: Take The Mic

Lauren Chapnick

Twenty women. Five minutes each. One mic. Celebrating Women's Voices.

ArtsWestchester

Hot 5: Take The MicFriday, March 6th 2026 | 4:00 PM- 7:30 PMArts Westchester| 31 Mamaroneck Ave | White Plains, NYTwenty women. Five minutes each. One mic.Celebrating Women's Voices.Please note, all members of the She's Got the Mic Speakers Collective may attend live events for free as part of their membership. For more information on membership and speaking opportunities, go to https://www.laurenchapnick.com/.She's Got The Mic Speakers Collective is a high-end, action-driven membership built around live events, coaching, and community — designed to help women speakers sharpen their craft, grow their business, and step onto more stages with clarity, confidence, and impact.Hot 5 is a high-energy speaking showcase where women get real stage reps—fast. Come for the mic, the momentum, and the magic. Leave with confidence, clarity, and content you can actually use.What the evening includes:This is where you stop waiting to feel “ready” and start building confidence by doing the thing. You’ll test your message, sharpen your delivery, and walk off stage knowing—without question—that you belong there.Set inside a stylish, gallery-style space with cocktails in hand and creative energy in the air, this night is equal parts elevated, electric, and action-driven.This is not an open mic. It’s a curated, momentum-building speaking experience. Evening FlowWelcome &amp; Mingle Arrive to a chic, social atmosphere with passed appetizers, cocktails, and mocktails. Connect with fellow speakers, attendees, and creatives as the room fills with anticipation and high-vibe conversation.The Hot 5 Showcase Twenty speakers take the stage. Each delivers a tight, powerful 5-minute talk.Speakers rotate back-to-back in high-energy rounds, with intentional pacing to keep the momentum strong and the nerves low. This format allows you to focus, have fun, and perform at your best—without overthinking or over-preparing.The room is supportive, engaged, and buzzing. Women hyping women. Big energy. Real reps.Celebration Mingle &amp; Cocktail Hour Once the final speaker steps off stage, the night turns into a celebration. The bar stays open, the appetizers keep coming—hot, delicious, and abundant—and the room fills with laughter, hugs, photos, and we did the damn thing energy.This is your time to:<ul><li>Toast your courage</li><li>Deepen connections</li><li>Capture photos and video while the adrenaline is still high</li><li>Celebrate showing up and taking the mic</li></ul>Food &amp; Drink DetailsYour ticket includes:<ul><li>All food throughout the event</li><li>Two drink tickets (cocktails, wine, beer, or mocktails available)</li></ul>No decisions. No add-ons. Just show up and enjoy.Every Speaker Receives<ul><li>Professional video footage of your 5-minute talk</li><li>On-stage photography during your performance</li><li>A powerful speaking rep you can actually use</li><li>Proof of concept for your message</li><li>Momentum, confidence, and clarity—fast</li></ul>You don’t just leave inspired. You leave with assets.Hot 5 Is Perfect If You Want To:<ul><li>Get real speaking reps without committing to a full keynote</li><li>Practice delivery, presence, and timing</li><li>Test a new talk, story, or idea</li><li>Build confidence on stage—quickly</li><li>Create polished content for your website and social media</li><li>Be in a room where women take bold action and cheer each other on</li></ul>The EnergyThis is an elevated night out meets speaking accelerator. Creative. Bold. Chic. Supportive. Electric.Come for the mic. Stay for the celebration. Leave with confidence, clarity, and proof that you’re ready for bigger stages.

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