Speed Dating: Closing Out Fearless 2026 with Connection and Purpose

Speed Dating: Closing Out Fearless 2026 with Connection and Purpose

One of the standout highlights and final seminar sessions of the Fearless Stenographers Conference was our Speed Dating with Professionals session. This experience was truly special and a meaningful way to close out the conference.

What makes this session even more powerful is the story behind it. Founder Shaunise Day first came up with this idea while she was still a student and serving on a national level. At the time, she was hesitant to share it because she questioned whether the idea was good enough. After sitting on the vision for a year, she finally brought it to the committee and what happened next was incredible. The session was selected and went on to be presented seven consecutive times.

During this milestone 5th anniversary celebration of Steno in the City, it felt only right to bring this impactful session back.

The purpose of Speed Dating with Professionals is simple yet powerful: to create an interactive space where attendees can sit in small circles, fellowship, engage in meaningful conversations, and connect directly with professionals from across the industry. It is designed to break down barriers, encourage authentic dialogue, and create opportunities for mentorship, collaboration, and growth.

As always, the only challenge is that there never feels like enough time. Even with the full session, attendees wanted more, which speaks volumes about the value and impact of this experience.

This session is one for the history books and a reminder of an important lesson: if you have an idea, do not be afraid to share it. Your idea may be the very thing that inspires, helps, or connects someone else.

At Fearless 2026, Speed Dating was more than a session. It was proof that one idea, one moment of courage, and one decision to speak up can create lasting impact.