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SUMMARY:NSA Austin: Ford Saeks\, CSP\, CPAE (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Stand Out\, Get Booked at Higher Fees\, and Monetize Your Expertise\nhttps://nsa-austin.com/events/february-18-2026/ \nLet’s get real — the speaking world is competitive and staying relevant and top-of-mind with decisionmakers can feel like an uphill battle. I get it. After 34 years in this industry\, I know firsthand how tough it can be to stand out\, stay on top of trends\, and consistently get those high-fee gigs. \nJoin Ford Saeks\, CSP\, CPAE\, and Hall of Fame Speaker\, for a session that’s all about cutting through the noise and positioning yourself for success. Whether you’re just getting started or you’ve already hit 6 or 7 figures\, I’ll show you the real-world strategies that have helped speakers\, consultants\, authors\, and trainers just like you. \nIn this session\, we’ll dive into how you can: \n\nGet found by the right clients and event planners\nSecure more high-fee speaking engagements\nDiscover new ways to monetize your content and expertise\nKeep your brand relevant in today’s fast-paced market\nUse digital marketing to elevate your visibility and stay ahead of the competition\n\nAnd here’s the kicker — volunteer and you could land in my famous “Marketing Makeover Hot Seats\,” where I’ll give you direct\, no-fluff feedback on how to elevate your branded-authority and boost your business. \nIf you’re ready to stand out\, get booked\, and get to the next level\, you won’t want to miss this. Let’s do this together and make your expertise work for you! \nDon’t miss this chance to transform your speaking career. \nAbout Ford Saeks\, CSP\, CPAE:\nFord Saeks\, a distinguished CSP (Certified Speaking Professional) and CPAE (Council of Peers Award for Excellence) honoree\, has been an integral part of the National Speakers Association for over 30 years. A renowned Business Growth Accelerator\, Ford has orchestrated over a billion dollars in global sales. As the President and CEO of Prime Concepts Group\, Inc.\, he excels in crafting strategies that attract committed customers and propel brand expansion. A groundbreaking leader in AI prompt engineering\, Ford has written six business books\, secured three U.S. patents\, and garnered multiple industry awards. Widely respected as a global keynote speaker and strategic consultant\, Ford offers actionable growth strategies\, making him an indispensable authority for speakers\, trainers\, authors\, and consultants seeking to advance their careers and monetize their expertise. \nSpecial Bonus! eSpeakers will be joining us to talk about maximizing your speaker profile!\n  \nNational Speakers Association Austin members are FREE to attend. \nCost for non-members is only $25. \nREGISTRATION REQUIRED: Tickets below \nDAY: Wednesday\, February 18\, 2026 \nTIME: 9:30 am – 11:30 am \nLOCATION: Virtual (you must register to get login information) \nCOST: FREE for NSA Austin Members \n(Be sure that you have paid your dues!) \nGUESTS are welcome: $25.00 guest fee. \nQUESTIONS: speakers@nsa-austin.com \nSee you there! \nhttps://nsa-austin.com/events/february-18-2026/
URL:https://nsaspeaker.org/local-event/nsa-austin-ford-saeks-csp-cpae-virtual/
LOCATION:https://nsa-austin.com/events/february-18-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260217T183000
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SUMMARY:NSA SoCal: Happy Hour (In-person)
DESCRIPTION:Cheers to New Connections: NSA SoCal Happy Hour – Feb 17 🍻\nhttps://nsasocal.org/events/february-17-2026/ \nReady to mix a little fun with your networking? 🎤🍹 \nJoin NSA SoCal for a casual Happy Hour at Watch Me Sports Bar on Tuesday\, February 17\, 5:30–7:30 PM. \nHere’s what’s waiting for you: \n\n🧀 Free appetizers to keep the conversations flowing\n🤝 Easy\, friendly networking with fellow speakers and industry pros\n🏈 Laid-back sports bar vibe – come as you are\, stay as long as you like\n💡 Space to swap ideas\, stories\, and referrals without a formal program\n\nThis is a relaxed chance to: \n\nReconnect with familiar faces\nMeet new colleagues in the NSA SoCal community\nTalk shop\, share wins\, and maybe hatch a new collaboration or two\n\nRSVP now to let us know you’re coming – and feel free to bring a speaker friend who’s curious about NSA SoCal. \nSee you at Watch Me Sports Bar in Long Beach!\nhttps://nsasocal.org/events/february-17-2026/
URL:https://nsaspeaker.org/local-event/nsa-socal-happy-hour-in-person-3/
LOCATION:Watch Me! Sports Bar\, 6527 E Pacific Coast Hwy\, Long Beach\, CA\, United States
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SUMMARY:NSA SoCal: Happy Hour (In-person)
DESCRIPTION:Cheers to New Connections: NSA SoCal Happy Hour – Feb 17 🍻\nhttps://nsasocal.org/events/february-17-2026/ \nReady to mix a little fun with your networking? 🎤🍹 \nJoin NSA SoCal for a casual Happy Hour at Watch Me Sports Bar on Tuesday\, February 17\, 5:30–7:30 PM. \nHere’s what’s waiting for you: \n\n🧀 Free appetizers to keep the conversations flowing\n🤝 Easy\, friendly networking with fellow speakers and industry pros\n🏈 Laid-back sports bar vibe – come as you are\, stay as long as you like\n💡 Space to swap ideas\, stories\, and referrals without a formal program\n\nThis is a relaxed chance to: \n\nReconnect with familiar faces\nMeet new colleagues in the NSA SoCal community\nTalk shop\, share wins\, and maybe hatch a new collaboration or two\n\nRSVP now to let us know you’re coming – and feel free to bring a speaker friend who’s curious about NSA SoCal. \nSee you at Watch Me Sports Bar in Long Beach!\nhttps://nsasocal.org/events/february-17-2026/
URL:https://nsaspeaker.org/local-event/nsa-socal-happy-hour-in-person-4/
LOCATION:Watch Me! Sports Bar\, 6527 E Pacific Coast Hwy\, Long Beach\, CA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260217T183000
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SUMMARY:NSA SoCal: Happy Hour (In-person)
DESCRIPTION:Cheers to New Connections: NSA SoCal Happy Hour – Feb 17 🍻\nhttps://nsasocal.org/events/february-17-2026/ \nReady to mix a little fun with your networking? 🎤🍹 \nJoin NSA SoCal for a casual Happy Hour at Watch Me Sports Bar on Tuesday\, February 17\, 5:30–7:30 PM. \nHere’s what’s waiting for you: \n\n🧀 Free appetizers to keep the conversations flowing\n🤝 Easy\, friendly networking with fellow speakers and industry pros\n🏈 Laid-back sports bar vibe – come as you are\, stay as long as you like\n💡 Space to swap ideas\, stories\, and referrals without a formal program\n\nThis is a relaxed chance to: \n\nReconnect with familiar faces\nMeet new colleagues in the NSA SoCal community\nTalk shop\, share wins\, and maybe hatch a new collaboration or two\n\nRSVP now to let us know you’re coming – and feel free to bring a speaker friend who’s curious about NSA SoCal. \nSee you at Watch Me Sports Bar in Long Beach!\nhttps://nsasocal.org/events/february-17-2026/
URL:https://nsaspeaker.org/local-event/nsa-socal-happy-hour-in-person-2/
LOCATION:Watch Me! Sports Bar\, 6527 E Pacific Coast Hwy\, Long Beach\, CA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260214T120000
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SUMMARY:NSA SoCal: Panel Discussion (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Getting Real About the Speaking Business\nDifferent paths. Same truth. The stage alone isn’t the business.\nhttps://nsasocal.org/events/february-14-2026/ \nThere are many legitimate ways to build a speaking business.And yet\, so many speakers quietly believe there’s only one “right” path…the one that looks loudest\, fastest\, or most impressive from the outside. \nThis conversation is an invitation to step out of comparison and into clarity. \nIn this session\, you’ll hear from speakers and leaders who have built their businesses in very different ways: through keynotes\, facilitation\, coaching\, academia\, niche expertise\, systems\, visibility\, and long-term partnerships. Some built their work on big stages. Others built it inside organizations\, classrooms\, or communities. All of them found models that actually work for their values\, their energy\, and their lives. \nTogether\, we’ll explore what it really takes to build a speaking business you can sustain\, scale\, and embody without abandoning yourself in the process. \nThis is not a panel about hacks\, hype\, or chasing the next stage.It’s a real conversation about: \n\nHow people actually make money\nWhere speaking fits inside a larger ecosystem\nWhat trade-offs are worth it (and which ones aren’t)\nHow to build something that lasts longer than a season.\n\nIf you’ve ever wondered whether there’s a way to grow your speaking work that feels aligned\, grounded\, and genuinely yours…this conversation is for you. \nCome curious. Leave clearer.\nMeet our Panel:\nGregg WardThe Facilitator / Trainer Revenue Engine\nGregg Ward is an award-winning\, bestselling author\, speaker\, and executive coach who inadvertently discovered that his training and experience as a theater professional in New York and London was surprisingly helpful in developing leadership and communication training programs for industry and government. Although he’s a gifted speaker and storyteller with many unpaid and a few paid virtual and in-person gigs\, facilitating interactive training is where he makes most of his revenue. While living in the UK doing theater\, he also served as a journalist for BBC radio and various newspapers. These days\, he’s based in San Diego\, plays tennis as much as his body allows\, and occasionally umpires Little League baseball. \nNick DemosThe Coach/ Keynoter Revenue Engine\nTony Award Winning Broadway Producer\, Award winning filmmaker\, and Story Coach Nick Demos connects with audiences by authentically and vulnerably sharing compelling stories. From challenging moments to phenomenal successes he offers teachings with truth and a keen sense of humor. He speaks for entrepreneurs\, corporations and— despite being a highly sought after creative artist- has even been a speaker for financial advisors! \nHis work is in helping people tap into their innate creativity and share their stories so they can connect with their clients\, customers\, teammates and audiences. \n \nMary PoffenrothMainstage TED/TEDx Speaker\, Professor\, Cognitive + Behavioral Scientist\nDr. Mary Poffenroth is a scientist\, professor\, and fear expert who has spent her career researching how we can all live more courageously\, every day. From being adopted at birth to being the first – and only – family member to attend college to her first day at NASA and beyond\, Mary has dedicated her life to understanding how best to do scary things. Her work is consistently featured in prestigious print outlets like TIME magazine\, Forbes\, Science\, Entrepreneur\, the Wall Street Journal\, Cosmopolitan\, Newsweek\, SUCCESS Magazine\, SELF\, Men’s Health UK\, and Fast Company. Mary has a PhD in psychology as well as three master’s degrees (biology\, psychology\, science communication) and shares some of her best stories and strongest courage building\, fear fighting neurohacks in her award winning book Brave New You: Strategies\, Tools\, and Neurohacks to Live More Courageously Every Day  (Hachette\, October 2024). \nHilary BilbreyIntegrator + Moderator\n \nHilary brings energy\, empathy\, and a touch of playfulness to everything she does\, creating meaningful connections with audiences and teams alike. As a dynamic speaker\, facilitator\, and executive coach\, Hilary draws on her extensive experience helping leaders and organizations unlock their potential. \nWith a background in talent development\, positive intelligence\, and emotional resilience\, Hilary has worked for over two decades guiding teams to move from conflict to collaboration\, from stress to success\, and from surviving to thriving. As the Director of Membership\, Hilary leverages her passion for fostering connection and growth to create a community where members feel valued\, inspired\, and equipped to lead with purpose. \n https://nsasocal.org/events/february-14-2026/
URL:https://nsaspeaker.org/local-event/nsa-socal-panel-discussion-virtual-2/
LOCATION:https://nsasocal.org/events/february-14-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260214T120000
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SUMMARY:NSA SoCal: Panel Discussion (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Getting Real About the Speaking Business\nDifferent paths. Same truth. The stage alone isn’t the business.\nhttps://nsasocal.org/events/february-14-2026/ \nThere are many legitimate ways to build a speaking business.And yet\, so many speakers quietly believe there’s only one “right” path…the one that looks loudest\, fastest\, or most impressive from the outside. \nThis conversation is an invitation to step out of comparison and into clarity. \nIn this session\, you’ll hear from speakers and leaders who have built their businesses in very different ways: through keynotes\, facilitation\, coaching\, academia\, niche expertise\, systems\, visibility\, and long-term partnerships. Some built their work on big stages. Others built it inside organizations\, classrooms\, or communities. All of them found models that actually work for their values\, their energy\, and their lives. \nTogether\, we’ll explore what it really takes to build a speaking business you can sustain\, scale\, and embody without abandoning yourself in the process. \nThis is not a panel about hacks\, hype\, or chasing the next stage.It’s a real conversation about: \n\nHow people actually make money\nWhere speaking fits inside a larger ecosystem\nWhat trade-offs are worth it (and which ones aren’t)\nHow to build something that lasts longer than a season.\n\nIf you’ve ever wondered whether there’s a way to grow your speaking work that feels aligned\, grounded\, and genuinely yours…this conversation is for you. \nCome curious. Leave clearer.\nMeet our Panel:\nGregg WardThe Facilitator / Trainer Revenue Engine\nGregg Ward is an award-winning\, bestselling author\, speaker\, and executive coach who inadvertently discovered that his training and experience as a theater professional in New York and London was surprisingly helpful in developing leadership and communication training programs for industry and government. Although he’s a gifted speaker and storyteller with many unpaid and a few paid virtual and in-person gigs\, facilitating interactive training is where he makes most of his revenue. While living in the UK doing theater\, he also served as a journalist for BBC radio and various newspapers. These days\, he’s based in San Diego\, plays tennis as much as his body allows\, and occasionally umpires Little League baseball. \nNick DemosThe Coach/ Keynoter Revenue Engine\nTony Award Winning Broadway Producer\, Award winning filmmaker\, and Story Coach Nick Demos connects with audiences by authentically and vulnerably sharing compelling stories. From challenging moments to phenomenal successes he offers teachings with truth and a keen sense of humor. He speaks for entrepreneurs\, corporations and— despite being a highly sought after creative artist- has even been a speaker for financial advisors! \nHis work is in helping people tap into their innate creativity and share their stories so they can connect with their clients\, customers\, teammates and audiences. \n \nMary PoffenrothMainstage TED/TEDx Speaker\, Professor\, Cognitive + Behavioral Scientist\nDr. Mary Poffenroth is a scientist\, professor\, and fear expert who has spent her career researching how we can all live more courageously\, every day. From being adopted at birth to being the first – and only – family member to attend college to her first day at NASA and beyond\, Mary has dedicated her life to understanding how best to do scary things. Her work is consistently featured in prestigious print outlets like TIME magazine\, Forbes\, Science\, Entrepreneur\, the Wall Street Journal\, Cosmopolitan\, Newsweek\, SUCCESS Magazine\, SELF\, Men’s Health UK\, and Fast Company. Mary has a PhD in psychology as well as three master’s degrees (biology\, psychology\, science communication) and shares some of her best stories and strongest courage building\, fear fighting neurohacks in her award winning book Brave New You: Strategies\, Tools\, and Neurohacks to Live More Courageously Every Day  (Hachette\, October 2024). \nHilary BilbreyIntegrator + Moderator\n \nHilary brings energy\, empathy\, and a touch of playfulness to everything she does\, creating meaningful connections with audiences and teams alike. As a dynamic speaker\, facilitator\, and executive coach\, Hilary draws on her extensive experience helping leaders and organizations unlock their potential. \nWith a background in talent development\, positive intelligence\, and emotional resilience\, Hilary has worked for over two decades guiding teams to move from conflict to collaboration\, from stress to success\, and from surviving to thriving. As the Director of Membership\, Hilary leverages her passion for fostering connection and growth to create a community where members feel valued\, inspired\, and equipped to lead with purpose. \n https://nsasocal.org/events/february-14-2026/
URL:https://nsaspeaker.org/local-event/nsa-socal-panel-discussion-virtual-3/
LOCATION:https://nsasocal.org/events/february-14-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260214T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T204727
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260117T203729Z
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SUMMARY:NSA SoCal: Panel Discussion (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Getting Real About the Speaking Business\nDifferent paths. Same truth. The stage alone isn’t the business.\nhttps://nsasocal.org/events/february-14-2026/ \nThere are many legitimate ways to build a speaking business.And yet\, so many speakers quietly believe there’s only one “right” path…the one that looks loudest\, fastest\, or most impressive from the outside. \nThis conversation is an invitation to step out of comparison and into clarity. \nIn this session\, you’ll hear from speakers and leaders who have built their businesses in very different ways: through keynotes\, facilitation\, coaching\, academia\, niche expertise\, systems\, visibility\, and long-term partnerships. Some built their work on big stages. Others built it inside organizations\, classrooms\, or communities. All of them found models that actually work for their values\, their energy\, and their lives. \nTogether\, we’ll explore what it really takes to build a speaking business you can sustain\, scale\, and embody without abandoning yourself in the process. \nThis is not a panel about hacks\, hype\, or chasing the next stage.It’s a real conversation about: \n\nHow people actually make money\nWhere speaking fits inside a larger ecosystem\nWhat trade-offs are worth it (and which ones aren’t)\nHow to build something that lasts longer than a season.\n\nIf you’ve ever wondered whether there’s a way to grow your speaking work that feels aligned\, grounded\, and genuinely yours…this conversation is for you. \nCome curious. Leave clearer.\nMeet our Panel:\nGregg WardThe Facilitator / Trainer Revenue Engine\nGregg Ward is an award-winning\, bestselling author\, speaker\, and executive coach who inadvertently discovered that his training and experience as a theater professional in New York and London was surprisingly helpful in developing leadership and communication training programs for industry and government. Although he’s a gifted speaker and storyteller with many unpaid and a few paid virtual and in-person gigs\, facilitating interactive training is where he makes most of his revenue. While living in the UK doing theater\, he also served as a journalist for BBC radio and various newspapers. These days\, he’s based in San Diego\, plays tennis as much as his body allows\, and occasionally umpires Little League baseball. \nNick DemosThe Coach/ Keynoter Revenue Engine\nTony Award Winning Broadway Producer\, Award winning filmmaker\, and Story Coach Nick Demos connects with audiences by authentically and vulnerably sharing compelling stories. From challenging moments to phenomenal successes he offers teachings with truth and a keen sense of humor. He speaks for entrepreneurs\, corporations and— despite being a highly sought after creative artist- has even been a speaker for financial advisors! \nHis work is in helping people tap into their innate creativity and share their stories so they can connect with their clients\, customers\, teammates and audiences. \n \nMary PoffenrothMainstage TED/TEDx Speaker\, Professor\, Cognitive + Behavioral Scientist\nDr. Mary Poffenroth is a scientist\, professor\, and fear expert who has spent her career researching how we can all live more courageously\, every day. From being adopted at birth to being the first – and only – family member to attend college to her first day at NASA and beyond\, Mary has dedicated her life to understanding how best to do scary things. Her work is consistently featured in prestigious print outlets like TIME magazine\, Forbes\, Science\, Entrepreneur\, the Wall Street Journal\, Cosmopolitan\, Newsweek\, SUCCESS Magazine\, SELF\, Men’s Health UK\, and Fast Company. Mary has a PhD in psychology as well as three master’s degrees (biology\, psychology\, science communication) and shares some of her best stories and strongest courage building\, fear fighting neurohacks in her award winning book Brave New You: Strategies\, Tools\, and Neurohacks to Live More Courageously Every Day  (Hachette\, October 2024). \nHilary BilbreyIntegrator + Moderator\n \nHilary brings energy\, empathy\, and a touch of playfulness to everything she does\, creating meaningful connections with audiences and teams alike. As a dynamic speaker\, facilitator\, and executive coach\, Hilary draws on her extensive experience helping leaders and organizations unlock their potential. \nWith a background in talent development\, positive intelligence\, and emotional resilience\, Hilary has worked for over two decades guiding teams to move from conflict to collaboration\, from stress to success\, and from surviving to thriving. As the Director of Membership\, Hilary leverages her passion for fostering connection and growth to create a community where members feel valued\, inspired\, and equipped to lead with purpose. \n https://nsasocal.org/events/february-14-2026/
URL:https://nsaspeaker.org/local-event/nsa-socal-panel-discussion-virtual/
LOCATION:https://nsasocal.org/events/february-14-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260213T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260213T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T204727
CREATED:20251229T200703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260117T203729Z
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SUMMARY:NSA-CO: Last Story Standing
DESCRIPTION:https://www.nsacolorado.org/eventsThe Village Event Center7173 S Havana St #600\, Centennial\, CO 80112
URL:https://nsaspeaker.org/local-event/nsa-co-last-story-standing/
LOCATION:The Village Work\, Englewood\, CO\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260213T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260213T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T204727
CREATED:20250815T182119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260117T203729Z
UID:11829-1770973200-1770991200@nsaspeaker.org
SUMMARY:NSA-CO:Monthly Chapter Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our monthly NSA-Colorado Chapter Meeting.  \nRegistration closes the Tuesday before the meeting. Walk-ins welcome but tickets at the door are $80.https://www.nsacolorado.org/events \nEvent  Location: The Village Event Center 7173 S Havana St #600\, Centennial\, CO 80112Directions
URL:https://nsaspeaker.org/local-event/nsa-comonthly-chapter-meeting-5/
LOCATION:The Village Work\, Englewood\, CO\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260213T074500
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260213T103000
DTSTAMP:20260416T204727
CREATED:20251212T203712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260117T203729Z
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SUMMARY:NSA-IL: Storytelling Secrets for Speakers
DESCRIPTION:Hear Jeff Durocher\, ILEA President\, and Jeff Rogers\, LSS National Champ\, discuss with Mark J. Carter the value of storytelling in speaking\, networking\, and everyday life. Learn practical methods that you can implement to make your next presentation or networking event a success. \nRegister here: https://nsa-il.org/product/feb2026/ \nThis is a VIRTUAL event. \nGENERAL SCHEDULE:8:45 – 9:00am      Registration9:00 – 11:00         Educational Program11:00 – 11:15           Q&A11:15 – 11:30am     Conclusion
URL:https://nsaspeaker.org/local-event/nsa-il-storytelling-secrets-for-speakers/
LOCATION:https://nsa-il.org/product/feb2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260211T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260211T180000
DTSTAMP:20260416T204727
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SUMMARY:BlackNSA (VIRTUAL): Lisa Ryan \, CSP\, MBA
DESCRIPTION:Please join us using a one-time FREE guest passUse Promo Code: GUEST PASS \n────────────────────────────Smiling and Dialing: Building a Speaking Business One Connection at a TimeLisa Ryan\, CSP──────────────────────────── \n6:00 – 7:00 PM ET – Education Session7:00 – 8:00 PM ET – Deep Dive            6:00 – 7:00 PM ET – Education Session7:00 – 8:00 PM ET – Deep Dive                                                                              \nAttendees will learn how to confidently pick up the phone\, connect with decision-makers\, and book more speaking opportunities through authentic\, strategic outreach. They’ll discover a simple call framework that builds trust\, demonstrates value\, and opens doors\, without feeling salesy.   \nBy the end of the session\, participants will leave with a clear action plan\, renewed confidence\, and the motivation to start conversations that lead to bookings. They’ll see that “Smiling and Dialing” isn’t about cold calls; it’s about warm connections that grow a sustainable speaking business. \nKEY TAKEAWAYS: \n\nLearn how to confidently pick up the phone\, connect with decision-makers\, and book more speaking opportunities through authentic\, strategic outreach.\nDiscover a simple call framework that builds trust\, demonstrates value\, and opens doors\, without feeling salesy. \nSee real examples\, practical tools\, and mindset shifts to help speakers overcome fear\, rejection\, and hesitation.\n\nBy the end of the session\, participants will leave with a clear action plan\, renewed confidence\, and the motivation to start conversations that lead to bookings. They’ll see that “Smiling and Dialing” isn’t about cold calls; it’s about warm connections that grow a sustainable speaking business.
URL:https://nsaspeaker.org/local-event/blacknsa-virtual-lisa-ryan-csp-mba/
LOCATION:https://blacknsaspeaker.org/event/smiling-and-dialing-building-a-speaking-business-one-connection-at-a-time-lisa-ryan-csp/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260211T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260211T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T204727
CREATED:20260120T210714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T210716Z
UID:13126-1770825600-1770829200@nsaspeaker.org
SUMMARY:BlackNSA (Virtual) Lisa Ryan\, CSP\, MBA
DESCRIPTION:                                  \n**Please join us using a one-time free guest pass. Use Promo Code: Guest Pass** \n \n================================== \n\n \nSmiling and Dialing: Building a Speaking Business One Connection at a Time – Lisa Ryan\n         Attendees will learn how to confidently pick up the phone\, connect with decision-makers\, and book more speaking opportunities through authentic\, strategic outreach. They’ll discover a simple call framework that builds trust\, demonstrates value\, and opens doors\, without feeling salesy.   \n \nBy the end of the session\, participants will leave with a clear action plan\, renewed confidence\, and the motivation to start conversations that lead to bookings. They’ll see that “Smiling and Dialing” isn’t about cold calls; it’s about warm connections that grow a sustainable speaking business. \nKEY TAKEAWAYS: \n\nLearn how to confidently pick up the phone\, connect with decision-makers\, and book more speaking opportunities through authentic\, strategic outreach.\nDiscover a simple call framework that builds trust\, demonstrates value\, and opens doors\, without feeling salesy. \nSee real examples\, practical tools\, and mindset shifts to help speakers overcome fear\, rejection\, and hesitation.\n\nBy the end of the session\, participants will leave with a clear action plan\, renewed confidence\, and the motivation to start conversations that lead to bookings. They’ll see that “Smiling and Dialing” isn’t about cold calls; it’s about warm connections that grow a sustainable speaking business.
URL:https://nsaspeaker.org/local-event/blacknsa-virtual-lisa-ryan-csp-mba-2/
LOCATION:https://blacknsaspeaker.org/event/smiling-and-dialing-building-a-speaking-business-one-connection-at-a-time-lisa-ryan-csp/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260211T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260211T093000
DTSTAMP:20260416T204727
CREATED:20260117T203728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260117T203728Z
UID:13066-1770798600-1770802200@nsaspeaker.org
SUMMARY:NSA Austin: Book Club (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://nsaspeaker.org/local-event/nsa-austin-book-club-virtual-29/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260211T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260211T093000
DTSTAMP:20260416T204727
CREATED:20250815T182119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251109T200715Z
UID:11828-1770798600-1770802200@nsaspeaker.org
SUMMARY:NSA Austin: Book Club (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://nsaspeaker.org/local-event/nsa-austin-book-club-virtual-13/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260210T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260210T194500
DTSTAMP:20260416T204727
CREATED:20260117T203728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260117T203728Z
UID:13064-1770747300-1770752700@nsaspeaker.org
SUMMARY:NSA Austin: Speech Mastermind (In-person)
DESCRIPTION:https://nsa-austin.com/events/february-10-2026/ \nJoin us in person for NSA Austin’s Speech Mastermind SIG meeting! \nWant to run ideas\, activities or stories for your speech by a group of your colleagues to see how well they float? Now you can. \nBring your ideas\, scripting\, imaging\, props\, etc. and be ready to demonstrate a short portion or part of your speech in front of the group. First drafts and last drafts are welcome. \nObtain feedback\, suggestions\, embellishment\, and deepening elements you could probably not imagine. Punch up your copy and presentation with the help of everyone in attendance and walk out with a better version of your speech. This is an opportunity you have only dreamed about. Now it is a distinct possibility…Wednesday night. Don’t have something ready to work on? Come anyway and contribute to others. Next time will be your time. \nREGISTRATION REQUIRED: Tickets below \nDAY: Tuesday\, February 10\, 2026 \nTIME: 7:15 pm – 8:45 pm Central time \nLOCATION: Paul Radde’s home (you must register to get login information) \nGUESTS are welcome \nQuestions: speakers@nsa-austin.com \nStop wondering if your story\, punch-line\, or message is getting across. This group will help let you know and help you make it more powerful! \nThank you\,Paul RaddeSpeech Mastermind ChairNSA Austin \nhttps://nsa-austin.com/events/february-10-2026/
URL:https://nsaspeaker.org/local-event/nsa-austin-speech-mastermind-in-person-8/
LOCATION:https://nsa-austin.com/events/february-10-2026/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260210T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260210T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T204727
CREATED:20260120T210714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T212205Z
UID:13125-1770735600-1770742800@nsaspeaker.org
SUMMARY:NSA St. Louis Social
DESCRIPTION:https://tockify.com/nsa.stl/detail/10/1770760800000\nJoin with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/tzq-rnhq-mgb\nLearn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720
URL:https://nsaspeaker.org/local-event/nsa-st-louis-social-3/
LOCATION:Rosalita’s Cantina\, 12796 Manchester Rd\, Saint Louis\, MO\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260210T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260210T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T204727
CREATED:20250917T215217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260117T203728Z
UID:12186-1770735600-1770742800@nsaspeaker.org
SUMMARY:NSA St. Louis Social
DESCRIPTION:https://tockify.com/nsa.stl/detail/10/1770760800000
URL:https://nsaspeaker.org/local-event/nsa-st-louis-social/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260207T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260207T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T204727
CREATED:20251212T203711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260117T203728Z
UID:12792-1770460200-1770476400@nsaspeaker.org
SUMMARY:NSA Oregon: Mark LeBlanc\, CSP\, CPAE (Hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:Growing Your Business!\nWhen YOU Are the Business\n \nhttps://nsaoregon.org/events/february-7-2026/ \nWhat is the shortest path to your dream? Find out what you need to know and what you need to do – to fill your calendar with more of what you want. Would it surprise you to know your approach could be think like an artist and act like a business owner? \nHall of Fame speaker Mark LeBlanc will bring a treasure chest of insights\, ideas\, and a strategy or two for you to choose from. Our aim is for you to create a new starting line in the direction of your dream and make the next twelve months the best year of your life and work. \nIt will not be for the faint of heart. He will hold up a mirror to what you want and what you are willing to do in order to get more of what you want. With 43 years of experience\, over two thousand presentations\, seven books\, and twenty-thousand business coaching hours – you will hear what you might never hear from anyone else. His first book\, Growing Your Business is an underground bestseller and over eight hundred orders of fifty copies or more\, he published the enhanced (25th anniversary) edition of the book that put him on the map and effectively became the catalyst for his incredibly career. \nAs a result of listening to Mark\, people often share they are more focused\, gain undeniable momentum\, and have more impact and influence with the people they serve best. This is the experience you do not want to hear about from someone else. If you have heard Mark before\, you know you are in for a treat. \nOn a professional note\, in 2025\, Mark was inducted as a Legend of the speaking profession by the Veteran Speakers Network in Washington\, D.C. On a personal note\, this past Summer he went on a short\, five-hundred-mile walk across Spain – for the fourth time! \nYou can find out more about Mark at: www.GrowingYourBusiness.com. \n\nLunch Provided: Enjoy a delicious box lunch! Menu options will be available to accommodate various dietary preferences.\nDoors open at 9:00! Show up early to grab the best seat in the house and network with your speaker family!\nHybrid Event! Select your ticket below and look for the confirmation email for appropriate details.\n\nhttps://nsaoregon.org/events/february-7-2026/
URL:https://nsaspeaker.org/local-event/nsa-oregon-mark-leblanc-csp-cpae-hybrid/
LOCATION:https://nsaoregon.org/events/february-7-2026/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T204727
CREATED:20250815T182118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260117T203728Z
UID:11826-1770454800-1770465600@nsaspeaker.org
SUMMARY:NSAPgh: John Register\, CSP\, CPAE
DESCRIPTION:Register at www.nsapittsburgh.org/events
URL:https://nsaspeaker.org/local-event/nsapgh-john-register-csp-cpae-2/
LOCATION:Koppers Building\, 198 9th Ave\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260207T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T204727
CREATED:20251216T205246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260117T203728Z
UID:12840-1770451200-1770465600@nsaspeaker.org
SUMMARY:NSAMI: Last Story Standing
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://nsaspeaker.org/local-event/nsami-last-story-standing-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260207T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260207T100000
DTSTAMP:20260416T204727
CREATED:20250815T182119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260117T203728Z
UID:11827-1770447600-1770458400@nsaspeaker.org
SUMMARY:NSAPgh: John Register\, CSP\, CPAE
DESCRIPTION:Register at www.nsapittsburgh.org/events
URL:https://nsaspeaker.org/local-event/nsapgh-john-register-csp-cpae-3/
LOCATION:Koppers Building\, 198 9th Ave\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260206T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260206T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T204727
CREATED:20260117T203728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260117T203728Z
UID:13059-1770379200-1770386400@nsaspeaker.org
SUMMARY:NSA Austin: Will Bowen\, CSP Writing Workshop (In-person)
DESCRIPTION:Crafting a Powerful Transformation Speech\nhttps://nsa-austin.com/events/february-6-2026-workshop/ \nEvery memorable speech creates a shift—an insight\, a breakthrough\, a moment that moves an audience from where they are to where they want to be. In this interactive workshop\, international speaker and bestselling author Will Bowen guides professional speakers through the process of designing a clear\, compelling\, and audience-centered transformation speech. \nDuring this two-hour session\, participants will learn how to: \n\nIdentify the specific transformation their audience needs most\nClarify the “before and after” narrative that gives a speech emotional resonance\nBuild a framework that guides listeners from insight to action\nLearn the structure for a powerful keynote speech\nIntegrate humor\, authenticity\, and vulnerability without losing focus\nCraft a closing that inspires long-term change—not just momentary motivation\n\nAttendees will walk away with ideas and practical tools they can apply to any keynote\, training\, or presentation. Whether you’re polishing a signature talk or creating one from scratch\, this workshop will help you elevate your message and deepen your impact. \nJoin Will Bowen for an energizing and insightful session designed to help you craft a speech that truly changes lives. \n \nMeet Will Bowen\, CSP\nWill Bowen is the founder of the Complaint Free movement. \nMore than 15 million people worldwide having taken Will’s 21-Day Complaint Free challenge. \nWill’s been featured on The Oprah Winfrey Show\, NBC’s Today show\, People\, Forbes\, Newsweek\, The Wall Street Journal\, and Chicken Soup for the Soul. \nWill Bowen holds the CSP (Certified Speaking Professional) designation and is a top keynote speaker and trainer for businesses and associations worldwide. Will’s speaking clients include Volvo\, Kimberly Clark\, and The Million Dollar Roundtable. \nAll five books of Will’s books are International bestsellers. \nLearn more about Will at www.WillBowen.com \n \nCome for the inspiration\, stay for the implementation! Register for both the main event and this workshop. \nhttps://nsa-austin.com/events/february-6-2026-workshop/
URL:https://nsaspeaker.org/local-event/nsa-austin-will-bowen-csp-writing-workshop-in-person/
LOCATION:https://nsa-austin.com/events/february-6-2026-workshop/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260206T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260206T110000
DTSTAMP:20260416T204727
CREATED:20260123T210721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T210721Z
UID:13161-1770365700-1770375600@nsaspeaker.org
SUMMARY:NSA STL Chapter Meeting - Mike Domitrz\, CSP\, CPAE
DESCRIPTION:Register HERE
URL:https://nsaspeaker.org/local-event/nsa-stl-chapter-meeting-mike-domitrz-csp-cpae/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260206T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260206T110000
DTSTAMP:20260416T204727
CREATED:20260123T210721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T210726Z
UID:13162-1770365700-1770375600@nsaspeaker.org
SUMMARY:NSA STL Chapter Meeting - Mike Domitrz\, CSP\, CPAE
DESCRIPTION:Register HERE
URL:https://nsaspeaker.org/local-event/nsa-stl-chapter-meeting-mike-domitrz-csp-cpae-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260206T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260206T110000
DTSTAMP:20260416T204727
CREATED:20260117T203727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260117T203729Z
UID:13057-1770364800-1770375600@nsaspeaker.org
SUMMARY:NSA Austin: Will Bowen\, CSP (Hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:7 Success Secrets Only TOP Pros Know!\nGet Booked. More Often. At Higher Fees.\nWhy do more than 9 out of 10 aspiring speakers walk away from the high-paying\, exciting career of professional speaking every year? \nhttps://nsa-austin.com/events/february-6-2026/ \nThey don’t know the 7 Secrets All Top Speaking Professionals have learned and mastered – the key aspects of the Art\, Business\, and Content of professional speaking. \n\nMovement: Attract and keep every audience’s attention\, engagement\, and enthusiasm.\nMindset: What you say to yourself is more important than what you say to the audience. Own the room by owning your own mind.\nProspect: In less than one hour and for free\, find thousands of prospects eager to hire you.\nSystems: A simple\, automated infrastructure that turns suspects into prospects and then turns prospects into high-paying clients.\nProfitable: Professional speeches must provide a solution to one of two problems. Solve these problems and event planners have to hire you!\nConstruction: Every great speech takes the audience on a journey from trust\, to anxiety\, and finally to a practical solution.\nFocus: Avoid “Shiny Object Syndrome.” Follow a proven plan and don’t get side-tracked by the countless distractions that present themselves\n\n\nMeet Will Bowen\, CSP\nWill Bowen is the founder of the Complaint Free movement. \nMore than 15 million people worldwide having taken Will’s 21-Day Complaint Free challenge. \nWill’s been featured on The Oprah Winfrey Show\, NBC’s Today show\, People\, Forbes\, Newsweek\, The Wall Street Journal\, and Chicken Soup for the Soul. \nWill Bowen holds the CSP (Certified Speaking Professional) designation and is a top keynote speaker and trainer for businesses and associations worldwide. Will’s speaking clients include Volvo\, Kimberly Clark\, and The Million Dollar Roundtable. \nAll five books of Will’s books are International bestsellers. \nLearn more about Will at www.WillBowen.com \nCome for the inspiration\, stay for the implementation! Register for both this main event and the workshop.  \nhttps://nsa-austin.com/events/february-6-2026/
URL:https://nsaspeaker.org/local-event/nsa-austin-will-bowen-csp-hybrid/
LOCATION:https://nsa-austin.com/events/february-6-2026/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260206T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260206T110000
DTSTAMP:20260416T204727
CREATED:20250815T182118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260117T203729Z
UID:11825-1770364800-1770375600@nsaspeaker.org
SUMMARY:NSA STL - Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:https://tockify.com/nsa.stl/detail/3/1770389100000
URL:https://nsaspeaker.org/local-event/nsa-stl-monthly-meeting-5/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260206T074500
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260206T111500
DTSTAMP:20260416T204727
CREATED:20250917T215217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T200659Z
UID:12185-1770363900-1770376500@nsaspeaker.org
SUMMARY:Chapter Meeting\, Guest Speaker TBD
DESCRIPTION:https://tockify.com/nsa.stl/detail/3/1770389100000
URL:https://nsaspeaker.org/local-event/chapter-meeting-guest-speaker-tbd/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260205T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260205T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T204727
CREATED:20251216T205245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260117T203729Z
UID:12839-1770301800-1770307200@nsaspeaker.org
SUMMARY:NSAMI: Linda Swindling - Top 10 Negotiation Mistakes Speakers Make
DESCRIPTION:Register at www.nsamichigan.org/events
URL:https://nsaspeaker.org/local-event/nsami-linda-swindling-top-10-negotiation-mistakes-speakers-make/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260129T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260129T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T204727
CREATED:20260122T210719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T210718Z
UID:13149-1769709600-1769715000@nsaspeaker.org
SUMMARY:NSANorCal: Cesar Cervantes (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Information and Registration at www.nsanc.org/events
URL:https://nsaspeaker.org/local-event/nsanorcal-cesar-cervantes-virtual/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260129T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260129T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T204727
CREATED:20260122T210719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T210719Z
UID:13150-1769709600-1769715000@nsaspeaker.org
SUMMARY:NSANorCal: Cesar Cervantes (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Information and Registration at www.nsanc.org/events
URL:https://nsaspeaker.org/local-event/nsanorcal-cesar-cervantes-virtual-2/
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