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Clarity. Curiosity. Confident Action.

Practical talks on brand strategy, digital presence, and AI for entrepreneurs, creatives, and leaders ready to grow with intention.

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Point of view on AI

One Foot Human, One Foot Digital

AI changed search. This talk walks through what that shift actually means for your digital presence right now, and how to set up your site so AI tools find you and send the right people your way. You'll leave with a clear action list and a grounded understanding of why the human in the room is still the one worth investing in.

Creative Business

The Studio You're Building

I’ll walk you through what I wish someone had told me, covering both the freelance and founder path: Studio naming, business structure basics, pricing, finding right-fit clients, proposals, onboarding, and finding the courage to take the next step.

Digital Foundations

Websites Without the Mystery

This talk demystifies every layer: CMS platforms and how to choose one, hosting and domains, contact form delivery, page structure, a Figma introduction, and how every decision guides someone to exactly where they need to go.

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.

Testimonial marisa ten brink south dakota state university

“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.”

Marisa TenBrinkDesign Professor, South Dakota State University

Past speaking venues

Podcast: Frame One, Episode 12

A candid conversation about the life-changing event that gave Kristi the courage to start Wire Design Company. What she learned about fear, clarity, and building something on your own.

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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.

Speaking appearance signature talk brands that breathe

Keynote: Brands that breathe

How to build a brand from the ground up. Strategy, color psychology, typography, imagery, AI, and a live look at the tools behind the process. For creative and non-creative audiences.

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Speaker Bio

For Event Programs + Introductions
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.

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Yes, every presentation is shaped around your audience and event goals. I ask questions before I show up so the content connects when it matters.

Calm, confident, and visual. I use storytelling and clear frameworks to help people process complex ideas and leave with something they can act on.

Keynotes are my primary format, often followed by live Q&A. I also lead workshops when the group wants to go deeper and work through something together.

Keynotes run 60 to 90 minutes depending on the event format, followed by Q&A. Workshops run two to four hours. I'm flexible on length and will work with your program schedule.

As early as possible. I take on a limited number of speaking engagements each year and calendar fills quickly, especially in the fall. Reaching out three to six months ahead 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.

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