Speaking — Erin Tran
Speaking & Engagements

Real stories. Real systems. No slides full of theory.

Talks on building with AI, scaling operations, and leadership that actually ships results. From someone who's done all three.

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3 Acquisitions

Including $866M by Sage

25 Years

Scaling companies from inside

University

Lecturer at CSUF

Built a SaaS

Without writing code

Talk Topics

Building With AI (When You're Not a Developer)

What happens when a non-technical founder uses AI to build real software — the wins, the mistakes, and the methodology that made it work. Draws from real experience building a production SaaS from scratch.

For: Founder events, entrepreneurship programs, innovation conferences, tech-adjacent audiences

Scale the System, Not the Headcount

How to grow revenue faster than costs by building the right operational infrastructure. Systems thinking for leaders who are tired of throwing bodies at problems.

For: Leadership teams, CEO/COO audiences, scaling-stage companies, executive retreats

AI Isn't a Shortcut. It's a Structural Shift.

What AI actually changes about how businesses operate — beyond the hype. Practical frameworks for leaders evaluating where AI fits (and where it doesn't).

For: Corporate events, L&D programs, board offsites, industry conferences

How You Show Up Is Holding You Back

Presence, communication, and high-stakes performance. The soft skills that aren't soft at all. Based on Erin's university workshop that students consistently rate as the best session they've attended.

For: Universities, early-career programs, professional development days, women-in-business events

Past Speaking & Audiences

Erin has spoken to audiences of 10 to 100+, including university classrooms, founder meetups, and professional development events at Cal State Fullerton College of Business.

"She gave us skills I'll never forget. This isn't taught anywhere else."
— Workshop participant
"I learned more here than in any other business class."
— University student
"She knew my weaknesses and challenged me to turn them into strengths."
— Workshop participant

Logistics & Booking

Formats: Keynote (30–60 min), Workshop (2–4 hours), Panel / Fireside Chat, Virtual or In-Person
Location: Based in Orange County, CA. Available for travel.
Custom topics available. Let's talk about what your audience needs.
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