Book Maria Elena Duron to Speak

AI, Google, and the Science of Getting Seen and Chosen™

Your Audience Deserves More Than Inspiration - They Need a Roadmap

The business world has changed.
The way people find, trust, and choose brands has been rewritten by AI, Google, and new digital behavior.
What worked five years ago barely gets seen.
You want a speaker who delivers practical clarity, not just motivation.

That’s where I come in.

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    • National associations, corporate events, and industry conferences

    • Business owner groups, agencies, franchise networks, and brand teams

    • Organizations ready to build visibility, trust, and real digital momentum

    • The latest insights on AI, Google, and search - decoded, not hyped

    • Actionable frameworks for visibility, credibility, and growth (not theory)

    • Real stories, high-energy engagement, and practical takeaways

    • Every session customized to your event and audience

    • Keynotes (in-person & virtual)

    • Breakout sessions and workshops

    • Corporate trainings and team intensives

    • Fireside chats, panels, and podcasts

    • Google Trainer, Certified Chief AI Officer, International Speaker

    • Trained over 18,600 businesses

    • Featured by: Entrepreneur, U.S. News & World Report, Fox Business, and more

    • Proven experience on hundreds of stages—virtual and in-person

    Organizations trust me to translate what’s changing in Google, AI, and digital trust into practical, real-world action.
    I’ve guided national programs, industry conferences, and business teams seeking results that last.

    • Seen and Chosen™: How to Become Unmissable in an AI World (Signature keynote—explore more at SeenandChosen.com)

    • Smart Start with AI: What Every Business Owner Needs to Know to Use AI Confidently

    • Small But Smart: Using AI to Compete and Win—No Big Budget Needed

    • Leveling Up with Google: The New Rules for Getting Found, Trusted, and Chosen

    • Google Business Profile Mastery: Winning Local and Map Search

    • AI for Small Business: What Works, What’s Hype, and How to Start

    • Answer Engine Optimization (AEO): Get Picked by AI, Not Just Ranked by Google

    • Trust Signals That Convert: Building Authority Online—Fast

    • Data-Driven Decisions: Using Analytics to Guide Every Move

    • The Visibility Engine: Systems for Consistent, Scalable Growth

    Every keynote or workshop is tailored to your group’s real needs: no canned speeches, no filler.

Event Partners and Clients

Trusted by organizations, brands, and conferences nationwide—
from local chambers and business owner groups to national brands and Google itself.

Past Speaking Events

Maria Elena Duron has been trusted by organizations and audiences nationwide - delivering practical clarity, strategic insight, and actionable frameworks at top conferences, business expos, and industry events.

Selected speaking engagements include:

  • Google (Galveston, Houston, Austin, Corpus Christi, Round Rock, Lubbock, Midland, Odessa, Abilene, San Angelo, San Antonio, Bastrop, Fort Worth, Dallas, Amarillo, Waco, Arlington, Paris, Greenville, Texarkana, Albuquerque, Grants, Gallup, Las Cruces, Tucson, Phoenix, Lake Havasu, Los Angeles, San Diego, Solvang, San Francisco, Pleasanton, Santa Cruz, Sacramento, Kearney, Omaha, Kansas City, St. Louis, Indianapolis, Detroit, Billings, Bismarck, Oklahoma City, Tulsa, Chicago, Cincinnati, Louisville, Orlando, Miami, Jacksonville, Lenore, Charlotte, West Virginia, Atlanta, Baltimore, and dozens of communities across the U.S.)

  • Small Business Expo (Houston, Dallas, San Diego)

  • Massachusetts Conference for Women

  • Texas Conference for Women

  • Association for Energy Service Companies National Conference

  • National Association for Catering and Event Planners Conference

  • InnoTech International Conference

  • Search Marketing Expo – Search Engine Journal

  • National Society for Hispanic MBAs

  • Ben E. Keith National Franchise Conference

  • International Association of Administrative Professionals

  • Texas Governor’s Summit

  • Association of Military Spouse Entrepreneurs

  • Business Beyond the Battlefield

  • Air Force Recruiting Stations

  • Numerous SBA, SBDC, and SCORE events

  • Bar and Restaurant Expo

  • Haven Conference

  • Workbench Conference

  • Patriot Bootcamp

  • Houston SBDC Matchmaker Event

  • Membership Momentum Summit

  • Texas Notary Summit

  • Suits Beyond Skills

  • Search Marketing Conference

  • Suits Beyond Skills

  • MarkeTech

  • Numerous women’s leadership and business conferences

…and many more.

Maria Elena’s audiences include business owners, industry leaders, corporate teams, entrepreneurs, and non-profits—each event tailored to the needs and goals of the organization.

Ready to bring a proven, energetic, and expert voice to your next event?

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Book Maria Elena Duron for a keynote, workshop, or training that leaves your audience with a proven roadmap - not just another to-do list.

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