Speaking
Clarity. Curiosity. Confident Action.
Point of view on AI
One Foot Human, One Foot Digital
Creative Business
The Studio You're Building
Digital Foundations
Websites Without the Mystery
All talks run 60 to 90 minutes + a hands-on working session. Expansions available.
What you'll leave with
- A clearer picture
How brand, digital, and strategy connect, and why every decision traces back to the business. - A different perspective
What I notice that others miss. The connection between what's visible and what's working. - Something to act on
One or two things to change or start this week. Practical, specific, and yours to keep.
“Over the years, I’ve had the pleasure of hearing Kristi give talks to both professionals and students. She always brings a tailored presentation full of practical tips and inspiring advice. She generously shares what she’s learned over her career that people find relatable and motivating. No matter who she engages with, people get a real-life demonstration of what it takes to be a successful professional.”
Past speaking venues
Panel: Guiding people creatively
In-depth tips on how to guide clients, improve your branding process, and work through creative decisions confidently. Shared alongside fellow speaker Tom Bates.
Speaker Bio
Kristi Wire is the founder of Wire Design Company, a brand and digital strategy practice that thinks at the consulting level and executes at the studio level. She builds strategy, brand identity, and digital presence as one integrated system, so every decision serves the whole. Her work has been recognized by Fast Company, the Webby Awards, and LogoLounge. She is based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, and partners with clients nationwide.
Photo: Maddie Peschong
Yes. Every presentation is shaped around your audience and event goals. My talks are built for entrepreneurs, creatives, agency leaders, and founders, and I ask questions before I show up so the content connects when it matters. The more I know about your room, the better the session lands.
Calm, confident, and visual. I use storytelling and clear frameworks to help people process complex ideas and leave with something they can act on.
My primary format is a keynote or talk, typically 60 minutes, followed by a live process demo and Q&A. For groups that want to go deeper, extended workshops run two to four hours with a hands-on working session built in. I also jury competitions, awards, and exhibits on request. Midwest road travel and national airline travel are available for in-person engagements. Reach out and we'll find the right fit for your event.
Keynotes and talks typically run 60 minutes depending on the event format, followed by a live process demo and Q&A. Workshops run two to four hours. I'm flexible on length and will work with your program schedule.
Booking typically fills three to six months out, especially in the fall. Reaching out early gives us the best chance to make it work.
Yes. I'm based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, and available for regional road travel across the Midwest and airline travel nationally for the right engagement.
Yes. I provide slide decks in advance for review and can supply a speaker bio, headshot, and talk description for your program materials. Everything you need to introduce me well is ready when you need it.
A projector or large screen, a reliable microphone, and a clear brief on your audience and goals before the event.