This document provides guidance on how to introduce a featured speaker to an audience. It outlines three key functions of an introduction: to make the speaker feel welcome, establish their credibility, and prepare the audience for their speech. It recommends finding out details about the speaker's accomplishments relevant to their message and mentioning them to build respect, while avoiding excessive praise. Sample introduction speeches are provided, with one being more entertaining and the other more focused on the speaker's topic.

1. Introduction Speech