SPEAK Storytelling Platform To Debut At Long Island Restaurant

FARMINGDALE, NY — SPEAK, a public speaking platform with the goal of producing "imtimate-themed events with memorable presenters," is set to make its debut in Farmingdale.

The inaugural pop-up is scheduled for 7 p.m. Thursday at Stage 317, 317 Main Street, Farmingdale.

The show is set to run from 6:45 to 10 p.m. at 317 Main Street. Tickets can be purchased online for $50 each.

SPEAK was founded by George Andriopoulos, an entrepreneur and CEO of Launchpad Five One Six, alongside his partners Jason Martin, CEO of PFSMedia, and Fred P. Banny, CEO of Banny Enterprises.

Andriopoulos was previously the organizer and executive producer at TEDxFarmingdale, an independently organized TED event, while Banny and Martin served as co-producers. Andriopoulos has also produced and spoken at other TEDx events.

“I have produced and participated in numerous events at traditional speaking venues for platforms like TEDx," Andriopoulos said via news release. "It became clear to us that a gap exists for speakers that want to tell their stories and inspire others. At SPEAK events our presenters are storytellers who offer their insightful and thought-provoking, as well as entertaining talks. Our goal with SPEAK is to become a global platform with curated events that gives speakers an opportunity to share in a different and meaningful way with audiences in person and online."

Each SPEAK Talk will be between six to 10 minutes in length and is presented in a storytelling style. Speakers at the Farmingdale event include:

• Monica Harris, author & attorney
• Kate Kelly, executive recruiter
• Mark Fujiwara, certified portfolio manager
• Dana Lopez, director of marketing & communications for The INN
• Angelique Santana, chef and owner and founder of Eat With Angelique
• Nick Prefontaine, motivational speaker
• Joe Ocasio, professional wrestler and personal trainer
• Meridith Grundei, award-winning theater director and producer
• Tony Flores, neurology researcher and cryptocurrency investor
• Chef Marc Anthony Bynum, three-time Champion of Food Network’s “Chopped” and chef-owner at The Hush Truck and The Pie Hole.

“Every SPEAK talk will feature three key moments: a moment of truth, a moment of transformation and a moment of impact," Andriopoulos said. "I am certain that audiences and speakers will find what we are doing captivating, inspiring and memorable."