Subject: Regretfully Declining Speaking Engagement — A Sample Letter [Your Name] [Your Title/Profession] [Organization/Institution Name] [Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Recipient's Name] [Recipient's Title/Organization Name] [Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Dear [Recipient's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to express my sincere gratitude for extending an invitation to be a speaker at the [Event/Conference Name] in [Location], Oklahoma. It is truly an honor to be considered for such an esteemed platform and to contribute to your event's success. However, after careful consideration and due to prior commitments, I regret to inform you that I am unable to accept your generous offer to speak at the [Event/Conference Name]. Although I would have been thrilled to be a part of this event, circumstances beyond my control prevent me from attending. I apologize for any inconvenience this decline may cause and would like to assure you that this decision was not made lightly. I truly value the opportunity to share my insights and expertise with an audience as esteemed as yours. Unfortunately, the current circumstances prevent me from honoring this commitment. Should there be any possibility of rescheduling the event, kindly consider me for future speaking engagements. I genuinely believe in the significance of your event and would be more than willing to support it if a suitable opportunity arises. Additionally, if there is any way I can contribute remotely or provide insights in the form of a written article or interview, please do not hesitate to reach out. Once again, I express my deepest regret for being unable to accept your invitation to speak at the [Event/Conference Name]. I am grateful for the support and recognition extended to me and wish you all the success in organizing a tremendously impactful event. Thank you for your understanding, and I hope our paths cross in the future. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Title/Profession] [Organization/Institution Name]