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Every NSA event is driven by the the core vision of helping you be a better speaker and build a better business.

You Can Expect

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Education

At our events, you learn about the latest trends and cutting-edge ideas that will help you master your stage craft and grow your business so you can see your business improve and your bottom line increase exponentially.

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Engagement

Our events will give you unparalleled opportunities to meet with other speakers from around the world with an array of experience and expertise who can help you solve challenges in novel ways and expand your professional network

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Empowerment

When you leave our events, you'll be equipped with new ideas, new connections, renewed motivation, and a game plan to implement everything you learned into your everyday business so you can watch your business soar.

National Events

Activate

December 2-3, 2026
Online


Activate returns in 2026 to focus on speakers who already deliver online and want to do it even better.
Learn More about Activate

CSP/CPAE Summit

Dec. 11-13, 2026
San Diego, CA


Learn More about CSP/CPAE Summit

LIFT

March 19-21, 2027
Atlanta, GA


Learn More about LIFT

Influence

July 17-19, 2027
Scottsdale, AZ


Learn More about Influence

Online Events

By registering for online events, you agree to uphold NSA’s Online Code of Conduct.

The Soundcheck (Formerly Open Mic)

September 17, 2026 | 2 p.m. ET/11 a.m. PT


Members only: Bring new material or ideas and get honest, constructive feedback from fellow professional speakers.
Learn More about The Soundcheck (Formerly Open Mic)

Working Hard, Still Stuck

September 18, 2026 | 11:00 a.m. ET / 8:00 a.m. PT


The five-stage road map for building a speaking business. Free to attend. Bring your laptop.
Learn More about Working Hard, Still Stuck

Open Office Hours With NSA Staff

September 24, 2026 | 2 p.m. ET/11 a.m. PT


Members only: Ask NSA staff questions, explore resources, and get help making the most of your membership.
Learn More about Open Office Hours With NSA Staff

Working Hard, Still Stuck

September 25, 2026 | 11:00 a.m. ET / 8:00 a.m. PT


The five-stage road map for building a speaking business. Free to attend. Bring your laptop.
Learn More about Working Hard, Still Stuck

Ask the Expert with Verl Workman, CSP, MDSG

October 1, 2026 | 2 p.m. ET/11 a.m. PT


Members only: Bring your real business questions and get live, practical guidance from an accomplished NSA pro.
Learn More about Ask the Expert with Verl Workman, CSP, MDSG

You Don’t Have to Play the Rigged Game

October 6, 2026 | 4 p.m. ET/1 p.m. PT


Learn how you can actually access care outside the employer system: direct primary care, health shares, HSAs, and more.
Learn More about You Don’t Have to Play the Rigged Game

Stage & Strategy

October 8, 2026 | 2 p.m. ET/11 a.m. PT


Members only: Share wins, troubleshoot challenges, and learn what’s working for other professional speakers.
Learn More about Stage & Strategy

How to Use Metaphors and Analogies in Your Talk

October 14, 2026 | 3 p.m. ET/12 p.m. PT


Don’t miss this opportunity to take your communication from competent to captivating.
Learn More about How to Use Metaphors and Analogies in Your Talk

From Stage to Classroom

October 21, 2026 | 3 p.m. ET/12 p.m. PT


Discover how you can move from being a speaker on stage to a facilitator in the room.
Learn More about From Stage to Classroom

Professional Speakers Celebration Day

March 14, 2027


The GSF is excited to announce on March 14, 2027, we will hold our fourth worldwide Professional Speakers Celebration Day!
Learn More about Professional Speakers Celebration Day

Be Amongst Those Who Do

Your growth as a speaker and a business is a non-negotiable.

The NSA Member Success Team is standing by to help you select events that will give you the highest return possible.

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