Step Into the Spotlight: NSA Carolinas Speakers Academy 2026
You’re not just building a talk, you’re building a business, a brand, and a platform that gets you paid.
If you’re ready to turn your message into momentum, the NSA Carolinas Speakers Academy is your fast track from potential to professional. Designed for aspiring and emerging speakers, this high-impact cohort experience gives you the structure, strategy, and support to grow with confidence and get real results.
Why This Academy Works
This isn’t theory. It’s transformation.
You’ll walk away with:
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A clearer message that resonates
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A roadmap for building a profitable speaking business
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The confidence to show up and stand out
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A community that continues long after the program ends
What Our Past Participants Say
“Before Speaker Academy, I felt lost as a new speaker. Within weeks, I had clarity, momentum, and a supportive network of fellow speakers cheering me on. NSA Carolinas gave me the confidence and community I needed to grow my speaking business.” — Julie Messina
“The Academy gave me the structure and confidence I needed to elevate my message and my business.”
— Mary Elizabeth Murphy, CPCC, ORSCC
“I sharpened my message, strengthened my strategy, and found a community that truly understands the journey.”
— Ali Ingersoll
Program Highlights
You’ll build your speaking foundation step by step with each experience intentionally designed to connect and compound so you leave with a clear path forward.
Session 1: Foundations of Professional Speaking
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Date: August 29, 2026 | Time: 10:00 AM - Noon (Remote)
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Gain a solid foundation in the essentials of a successful speaking business and sharpen your storytelling skills to use in your high-impact presentation video and beyond.
Session 2: Coaching and Roundtable
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Date: September 12, 2026 | Time: 10:00 AM - Noon (Remote)
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Participate in a cohort roundtable with opportunities to explore your personalized progress and next steps discussion.
Session 3: Brand Positioning and Marketing
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Date: September 26, 2026 | Time: 10:00 AM - Noon (Remote)
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Learn how to identify your niche, craft your message, and build a powerful marketing plan—while creating marketing funnels that consistently generate and convert leads.
Session 4: Coaching and Roundtable
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Date: October 10, 2026 | Time: 10:00 AM - Noon (Remote)
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Participate in a cohort roundtable with opportunities to explore your personalized progress and next steps discussion.
Session 5: Building Your Speaking Business - Presentation Video
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Date: October 25, 2026 | Time: 10:00 AM - Noon (venue TBA, special venue in the North Myrtle Beach)
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Present a segment of your signature speech in front of colleagues. This will be professionally video-taped and given to you for your future use. Delivering in front of other NSA Carolina members and provides a chance for feedback and support. Options are available for you to purchase video editing services.
Session 6: Protect Your Voice: IP Strategies & Contract Tips For Speakers
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Date: November 7, 2026 | Time: 10:00 AM - Noon (Remote)
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Your expertise is your business—learn how to protect it. This session covers the essentials of speaker proposals, contracts, and intellectual property, along with practical tips for safeguarding your content, negotiating favorable agreements, and building a sustainable, profitable speaking business.
Session 7: Mentorship and Roundtable
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Date: November 21, 2026 | Time: 10:00 AM - Noon (Remote)
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Participate in a final cohort roundtable with opportunities to explore your personalized progress and next steps discussion.
Session 8: Plan & Activate for the Future of Your Business
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Date: December 5, 2026 | Time: 10:00 AM - Noon (Remote)
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Powered by neuroscience strategies that elevate your presence and impact on stage, we'll close out the academy by customizing your actionable business plan to move your speaking business forward
Why Choose the NSA Carolinas Speakers Academy?
Many programs can teach you the fundamentals of speaking. What sets the NSA Carolinas Speakers Academy apart is the level of personal attention and ongoing support you'll receive throughout the program.
We intentionally keep each cohort small so every participant has meaningful access to Academy leaders, guest speakers, and fellow learners. Whether you're working in small groups or participating in Q&A sessions with experienced professionals, you'll have plenty of opportunities to ask questions, receive personalized feedback, and get guidance that's relevant to your own speaking goals and business.
Another hallmark of the Academy is our Capstone Roadmap. Rather than simply teaching concepts, we help you build a personalized plan for growing your speaking business. From your first class through graduation in December, you'll develop practical strategies, identify your next steps, and leave with a clear roadmap to continue building momentum long after the Academy ends.
Who This Is For
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Aspiring speakers ready to get started the right way
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Emerging speakers who want more consistency and income
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Experts, coaches, and leaders ready to translate their expertise into a speaking platform
Whether you're starting from scratch or refining your approach, this program meets you where you are and helps you move forward faster.
Investment in Your Growth
Early-Bird Pricing (Register by July 20, 2026):
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Members: $600 (includes a renewal for a one-year membership to NSA Carolinas, normally $165/year!)
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Non-Members: $750 (includes a one-year membership to NSA Carolinas, normally $165/year!)
Regular Pricing (after July 20, 2026):
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Members: $725 (includes a renewal for a one-year membership to NSA Carolinas, normally $165/year!)
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Non-Members: $875 (includes a one-year membership to NSA Carolinas, normally $165/year!)
Ready to Transform Your Speaking Career? Register now!
Your enrollment includes:
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All live zoom sessions
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Keynote speaking opportunity with professional raw video footage
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Templates, tools, and curated resources
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A built-in network of peers for collaboration
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Plus: NSA Carolinas membership (new or renewed)
Ready to Build a Speaking Career That Gets Results?
Stop figuring it out alone.
Start building with a proven path, expert guidance, and a community behind you.
Apply / Register Now and take your next step toward the stage.
