What’s the Difference Between the Affinity Partner and Ambassador Programs?
SpeakerMatch offers two different partner programs: the Affinity Partner Program and the Ambassador Program. While both help introduce SpeakerMatch to new members, they are designed for different audiences and work in very different ways.
Affinity Partner Program Overview
The Affinity Partner Program is designed for organizations, chapters, and groups that want to offer SpeakerMatch as a member benefit.
Key characteristics of the Affinity Partner Program include:
Built for organizations, not individuals
Members receive a discounted SpeakerMatch membership
The organization earns chapter funds per qualifying signup
Promotion is optional and flexible
Designed to support group missions, not sales activity
Affinity Partners typically share SpeakerMatch through newsletters, onboarding materials, resource pages, or meetings.
Ambassador Program Overview
The Ambassador Program is designed for individual SpeakerMatch members who want to actively refer others.
Key characteristics of the Ambassador Program include:
Built for individuals, not organizations
Ambassadors earn personal rewards or credits
Focused on one-to-one referrals
Intended for members who actively promote SpeakerMatch
Operates more like a traditional referral program
Ambassadors usually share SpeakerMatch directly with colleagues, peers, or personal networks.
Key Differences at a Glance
Affinity Partner Program
For organizations and chapters
Organization earns chapter funds
Group-focused, benefit-driven
No sales or promotion expectations
Ambassador Program
For individual members
Individual earns personal rewards
Referral-focused
Designed for active promotion
Choosing the Right Program
Organizations that support members as part of a broader mission are typically best suited for the Affinity Partner Program.
Individuals who want to personally refer SpeakerMatch and earn individual rewards are better suited for the Ambassador Program.
The two programs are intentionally separate to keep expectations clear and aligned with how people naturally share resources.