Cameron Cruse Speaking Fee: $20,000 to $30,000

Cameron Cruse is a seasoned entrepreneur and advocate for military spouses, best known as the co-founder and COO of R. Riveter, a company she established in 2011 alongside fellow military spouse Lisa Bradley. Their mission was to create flexible, mobile employment opportunities for military spouses, who often face challenges in maintaining careers due to frequent relocations. R. Riveter began by producing handcrafted handbags made from upcycled military materials, employing a network of remote "riveters" across the country. The company gained national attention after appearing on "Shark Tank," securing an investment from Mark Cuban, which helped expand their operations and marketing efforts. In addition to her role at R. Riveter, Cruse is the founder and CEO of The Refinery, a branding and marketing agency that focuses on elevating businesses through storytelling and strategic branding. Her work at The Refinery builds upon the success of R. Riveter, applying her expertise in creating purpose-driven brands to help other businesses grow and connect with their audiences. Cruse has been recognized for her entrepreneurial achievements, including being inducted into the North Carolina Women Business Owners Hall of Fame in 2023 and being named to Apparel's 30 Under 30 list in 2018. She continues to be a prominent voice in advocating for the empowerment of military spouses and the importance of flexible employment opportunities.