Greetings!
What does the word "Imagine" mean to you?
For the past several months, my team and I have been challenging NSA
members and friends to "Imagine." Now, we would like to know what Imagine means to you. We invite you to share your impressions of Imagine with us in 12 words or less, by May 31. You may see, hear or read your contribution during the NSA Convention. Thanks for your contribution and participation. We look forward to seeing you at Convention in Orlando, July 17-20.
Sincerely,
Phillip Van Hooser, MBA, CSP, CPAE
2009-10 NSA President |
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Meet the Pros Registration Now Open! |
On Tuesday morning of Convention you'll have the opportunity to enjoy face time with over 100 of NSA's best and brightest members, who will give you a new perspective on a cutting-edge topic, help you make more money, or show you how to deliver a better speech.
Click here to see who the pros are and what topics they'll be presenting on. Pre-registration is required for Meet the Pros. Sign up early to ensure you get your first selections. You must be registered for the Convention to sign up for Meet the Pros. |
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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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| Stay at the NSA Convention Headquarters Hotel: Orlando World Center Marriott |
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. |
| The NSA Convention Offers Over 60 Concurrent Sessions on Hot Topics! |
At this summer's Convention get ready for content-rich concurrent sessions on topics that are relevant to your success as a professional speaker. You'll do much more than "imagine" an idea...you'll discover how to implement it.
Here's just a sampling of concurrent sessions:
- Design Your Million-Dollar Speaking Engine, Robert Bradford, MS, CSP
- The Power to Inspire: The Non-Verbals of Dramatic Presentations, Michael Grinder
- From Presentation to Published, Clint Greenleaf, CPA
- Get Booked by Bureaus: What You Have to Know to Make it Work, Shep Hyken, CSP, CPAE, and Janet Lapp, CSP, CPAE
- Social Media Shortcuts to More Sales, Security and Success, Doug Devitre
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| "Ideating" Concurrent Sessions |
In addition to traditional concurrent sessions, NSA is introducing ideating concurrent sessions, which are facilitated discussions on a different topic for each concurrent time slot. Your head will explode with ideas, as you gain insight and inspiration from fellow speakers "ideating" on a specific topic as a part of small facilitated sessions hosted by NSA XY.
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| NSA Foundation Convention Events |
NSA FOUNDATION BENEFIT SEMINARSaturday, July 17, 9:00am to NoonWant to sustain and adapt your speaking business so you keep getting booked no matter the state of the economy? Then this seminar is a must-attend event. You'll hear from esteemed NSA speakers: -Nido Qubein, CSP, CPAE, -Marjorie Brody, PCC, CSP, CPAE -Stephen Tweed, CSP, and... -Don Hutson, CSP, CPAE.  NSA FOUNDATION BENEFIT HOOP-LA
Sunday, July 18, 6:00pm to 10:00pmJoin your fellow attendees for an exciting night of food, games and camaraderie at Orlando's NBA City to benefit the NSA Foundation. Game tokens and transportation will be provided. Be sure to pack your favorite team jersey! Register for these events at: www.NSAConvention.org/FoundationEvents.aspx |
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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 profession. 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 |
Register for the Next NSA-U Webinar:
The Buyer's Perspective on How You REALLY Get Hired: 21 Marketing Must-Dos |
May 17, 2010 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm EST
 Presented by David Newman
The Buyer's Perspective on How You REALLY Get Hired: 21 Marketing Must-Dos
As a full-time speaker who spent a year booking 160+ events, David will show you how to increase your visibility, credibility, and hire-ability! Learn exactly what gets speakers hired using 21 specific strategies from someone who's worked on both sides of the speaking business. Extensive handouts will be provided.
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Attention NSA Members: Want to save $10 on your next NSA University Webinar registration?
Enter coupon code MEMDISC during checkout to take advantage of this special members-only discount.
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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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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| VOE Podcast |
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Subscribe to our monthly VOE podcast by choosing your RSS feed preference. | | Upcoming NSA-U Webinars | |
MAY 17 - 1:00-2:00pm ET
21 Marketing Must-Dos
David Newman
JUNE 7 - 1:00-2:00pm ET
Use Coaching to Increase Your Income
June 21 - 1:00-2:00pm ET
Make Money in Your Jammies: Creating Income from Teleseminars, Blogs and Subsequent Products
Rebecca Morgan, CSP, CMC
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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 |
| Recruit Speakers,
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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Contact Us |
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