Registraiton is not yet open for Emcee Lab 2025!

If you have questions, please contact Ellisa.Lettner@cru.org.

No one is born a great emcee. Charisma, humor or an outgoing personality are helpful, but they are not enough. Emceeing, when done well, takes time, energy, forethought and practice. Whether you’re a student or a staff member, an emcee yourself or want to help your emcees thrive, our Emcee Lab is designed for you.

How Emcee Lab can help your ministry.

You will learn foundational principles for effective introductions, interviews, transitions, announcements, and more.
You will practice communication skills and receive constructive feedback in a supportive small-group atmosphere.
You will experience valuable interaction with new and seasoned emcees.
You will be encouraged to cultivate the heart of a shepherd toward your audience.

Emcee Lab INFORMATION

Dates: December 5, 2025 4:00pm - December 7, 2025 3:00pm

Location: Cru Indianapolis Office

18711 North Union Street, Westfield, IN 46074

Cost: to be announced

What's included in the Cost

The registration cost (cost to be announced) covers conference fees and includes Friday dinner, Saturday lunch and dinner, and Sunday lunch (We will accommodate dietary allergies).

HOUSING AND TRANSPORTATION ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THIS COST.

Arrival & Departure

Emcee Lab starts at 4:00 PM on Friday and ends by 3:00 PM on Sunday.

If you are flying, please schedule flights to arrive at the Indianapolis International Airport by 4:00 PM Friday and depart after 3:00 PM Sunday.

Local Transportation

Airport rides: When you register, you will be able to request a ride from the airport to the office and back. If you have requested a ride, we will contact you later for your flight information.

On-Site Transportation: If you request housing through our registration system and do not have a car, we will provide transportation over the weekend from the hotel to the conference site. If you find your own housing, you will be required to find your own transportation as well.

Housing

Choose an option when you register:

Option 1: You may indicate during registration if you would like us to book your hotel. You may choose a single or double hotel room and give us a roommate preference when applicable. The hotel will also provide a light breakfast.

Single Occupancy- price to be annouced

Double Occupancy- price to be announced

Option 2: Find your own housing.

For more information on Emcee Lab contact Ellisa Lettner.

What Others Are Saying

"Emcee Lab was one of the most practical trainings that I have experienced during my time on staff. The speakers and coaches made it very easy to stay engaged and locked-in during the entirety of the weekend because they definitely had the expertise. The tips were all extremely useful, the heart behind being an emcee was valuable, and the communication drills helped me become a more complete public speaker."

Beau Coit, Campus Ministry, Denver Metro

"Overall loved the conference. I think something like this should be required for all staff on campuses. I think Emcee Lab helped me grow and will continue to help me coach and train my students!!"

Kyle Steffen, Campus Ministry, Sioux Falls SD

"I enjoyed small group practice and feedback… It was helpful to know what I was doing well and what could be improved upon. It was a very gracious way to learn and work on skills. I was extremely scared beforehand about getting feedback but it was done in a most loving, encouraging way that once I was there, I was not afraid to be in front and receive notes."

Rachel Rodriguez, Destino, University of Central Florida

"Emcee Lab was exponential in helping me to regain confidence in my speaking ability and trust in God to help me use my gifts for the Kingdom well. I especially enjoy just how all-encompassing the program was. Going over pitch, tone, gestures, program planning, and even how the Lord fits into the programming was just such a change in perspective on the role of the Emcee."

Dyrek Chowning, Athletes in Action, Chicago

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