Greetings!
In addition to the dynamic main stage presentations, the NSA Convention features over 60 content-rich concurrent sessions on topics that are relevant to your success as a professional speaker. View the full schedule to start planning your learning.
The 2010 NSA Convention is the gathering place of some of the best speakers in the world, all willing to share their expertise and answer your questions. It's also the perfect place to reconnect with old friends and develop new relationships with peers who understand the speaking profession.
What are you waiting for? Register before May 21 to take advantage of early bird savings. For more details visit www.NSAConvention.org. |
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| Stay at the NSA Convention Headquarters Hotel: World Center Marriott - Orlando, Fla. |
 Book a room at the Orlando World Center Marriott and be right in the middle of the Convention action. NSA has negotiated a special guest room rate of $144* single/double occupancy for Convention attendees. To reserve your room, visit our hotel information page or call (800) 621-0638 and mention the National Speakers Association.
*This rate will be in effect while rooms are available or until the cut-off date of June 16, 2010. |
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Convention Registration Stimulus Plan |
Do you want to attend the 2010 NSA Convention but wish you could spread out your payment? Well, you're in luck!
NSA is offering its members the opportunity to participate in a payment plan for the early bird registration rate of $615. To take advantage of this special offer, call us at (480) 968-2552 before 5:00pm Arizona Time on May 20. You will agree to pay $307.50 at the time of your call and provide us with a credit card and consent to charge the other half ($307.50) on June 25. Sound like a plan? We thought so. |
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NSA's Got Talent - Show Off Yours! |
At this year's Convention, we are holding a Friday night event that we're hoping will come close to matching the Night of a Thousand Starfish you enjoyed last year. It's called "NSA's Got Talent" and the format will be much like a TV show, without judges.
We are specifically looking for a variety of folks with rapid movement acts. Think Letterman's "Stupid Human Tricks" with singing, dancing and juggling. It can't require a lot of staging, and you will be provided with basic audio and a mixing source for background music - but we'll work out the details later! Most importantly, the act shouldn't be something polished and ready for Carnegie Hall. We just wanna have fun!
If you are interested in participating, e-mail Mark Mayfield, NSA's Got Talent Host, to briefly describe your talent. Remember: This is not a showcase! But if you can sing like Willie Nelson, dance like Michael Jackson or recite the alphabet backwards, we're all ears. NSA is full of hidden talents - Don't hesitate to show us what you've got! |
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WANTED: Million-Dollar Speakers |
A special invitation-only education and networking program is being planned at the NSA Convention for those speakers generating over $1 million in speaking-related revenue each year. This event will be held at the Orlando World Center Marriott on Sunday, July 18.
If you qualify to be part of this program and want more details on how to participate, please e-mail Stacy Tetschner at stacy@nsaspeaker.org. Verification of revenues will be required in order to receive an invitation. |
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2010 NSA Chapter Leadership Session |
Are you arriving on Friday for the Convention? Looking for a guaranteed way to meet other folks in a great learning environment? Attend the Chapter Leadership Session Saturday, July 17 at 9:00 am-11:30am.
The Chapter Leadership Session is not just about the Chapter--it is about being a leader, wherever you go, whomever you are with, and whatever you are doing. This session will teach you effective leadership skills, to help you become a stronger leader for your chapter and your business.
To register, check the "I will attend the Chapter Leadership Program" box when registering for Convention. |
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Why attend an NSA University Webinar?
Continue to hone your presentation skills and increase your knowledge of the speaking profession year-round, right in the comfort of your home, office or even on the road. You'll get expert-level content delivered by expert presenters whenever and wherever you want education. |
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Present at the 2011 NSA Winter Conference |
Would you like to take the stage at the 2011 Winter Conference? We welcome your proposal to share your knowledge, skills and expertise!
The 2011 Winter Conference will take place at the new Loews Atlanta Hotel in midtown Atlanta, February 18-20. The conference planning team is looking for fresh content and relevant sessions on topics such as: social networking, marketing, technology, business development, platform skills and humor.
Hurry! Proposals are due: May 3, 2010 |
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Contribute to NSA's Book of Best Practices |
If you haven't already heard, NSA is publishing a book! That's right, our first-ever book on best practices in the speaking profession is scheduled to launch on Spirit of NSA Day (November 14) - and we want YOU to be a part of it! We are accepting chapter submissions from professional members now and can't wait to read yours. Please submit a chapter addressing one of the four core competencies: Expertise, Eloquence, Enterprise, Ethics. Each selected book chapter will provide specific and actionable direction for working successfully in the speaking profesion. If you are interested in contributing, please review the guidelines. Questions? Call (480) 968-2552 and ask for the book coordinator. Chapters are due: May 12, 2010 |
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Call for Cavett Award Nominations |
The Cavett Award is the highest honor the National Speakers Association can bestow on one of its members. It is presented annually at the national Convention to the member whose accomplishments over the years have reflected outstanding credit, respect, honor and admiration on the Association and the entire profession of speaking, and whose actions (in terms of sharing, guiding and inspiring other members) most closely parallel the illustrious career of our founder, CSP, CPAE Cavett Robert.
Deadline for nominations: May 17, 2010 | |
Voluntary Health Insurance Program |
Shopping around for health insurance? NSA's voluntary insurance program includes the option for you to purchase affordable insurance for you and your family. We offer two types of individual medical insurance plans - major medical and short-term medical. Other plans available include life insurance, accident insurance and critical care coverage.
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| Our Sponsors |
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| 2010 NSA Convention Exhibit Space Available |
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Set your company up for success by joining us as an exhibitor at the 2010 NSA Convention in Orlando, Fla.
We also have new and exciting sponsorship packages to get your company the exposure it needs to see great return on investment!
Click here to access the complete 2010 Exhibitor Prospectus.
Questions?
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| Students Needed for NSA Scholarships |
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Do you know a student who has a burning desire to become a professional speaker? He or she may be eligible for an NSA Foundation scholarship.
The Foundation awards four scholarships annually to full-time college juniors, seniors and graduate students at an accredited university.
Application deadline:
June 1, 2010 |
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Win Prizes |
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You already know that NSA is the ultimate resource for information, education and networking in the speaking industry. Share the wealth and win cool prizes when you recruit new members.
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| Join NSA Professional Expert Groups |
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Join one or more of NSA's 13 PEGs for access to teleseminars, Webinars, handouts and more. You'll connect with like-minded individuals and learn secrets from the masters in your focus area.
Each PEG membership costs $25 annually.
To join or renew, click here or call (480) 968-2552. |
| Update from the Global Speakers Federation |
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This Spring, book a trip to Asia and experience two speaking conventions in one journey:
Singapore
Preceded by an HR Conference May 6-7
Swan Convention Centre
Petaling Jaya
These events together create a great opportunity to expand your relationships, make valuable connections and learn from your fellow international speakers. When you book your flight to Singapore, consider the option of taking an executive coach to Malaysia. These are very comfortable, affordable and provide the opportunity to see some of the land between the two major cities. Prices range from 47SD to 70SD and travel time is about five hours. Catch up on work (or sleep) during the ride! | |
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Interact with fellow members on NSA's blogs. Respond to current posts or contact Andrea DiMickele to request permission to write and publish your own posts.
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