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• Interest Meeting: Membership Committee

  • When
    July 15, 2025
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    1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual

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  Want to help make NSA Carolinas the most welcoming place in the Carolinas for thought leaders?

  If you love meeting new people, sharing helpful resources, and creating a sense of community, then the Membership Committee wants YOU!
  
  Join us for a virtual interest meeting to learn how this committee helps new and returning members feel seen, supported, and connected. From onboarding initiatives to mentorship support to planning fun ways for members to connect throughout the year, the Membership Committee plays a key role in shaping our chapter’s culture.
  
  You’ll get to:
  

  • Welcome new members and help them make the most of their membership
  • Support mentorship and member-to-member connections
  • Help lead initiatives that recognize and celebrate our community
  • Create a more inclusive and connected chapter experience

  
  Whether you’re a longtime member or just getting started, there’s a place for you on this team.
  
  ️Date: July 15, 2025, Tuesday
  Time: 1 to 2PM EST
  Location: Virtual (Zoom link will be provided)
  
  Let’s build something special—together.
  

  
  

  Hope to see you there!

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• Interest Meeting: Programs Committee

  • When
    July 24, 2025
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    6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual (Link shared after registration)

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  Are you passionate about shaping impactful experiences and creating value for our NSA Carolinas community? Join us for the Programs Committee: Interest Meeting and discover how you can get involved!

  This is your chance to learn more about the vital role our Programs Committee plays in guiding the events and learning opportunities our chapter offers. From selecting compelling speakers to deciding event formats and locations, committee members help shape the voice and vision of NSA Carolinas.

  If you've ever wanted a say in what programs we host or simply love bringing people together. This is the perfect way to lend your skills, ideas, and energy. You'll also meet fellow volunteers and find out how you can collaborate to plan and execute meaningful events that serve and inspire our professional speaking community.

  Come explore how you can make a difference. We'd love to have you on board!

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• Second Saturday Meetups (*please check specific time for your Regional Meetup*)

  • When
    August 09, 2025
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    8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    In-Person and Virtual

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  NSA Carolinas is committed to serving and building the Professional Speaker Community throughout North Carolina & South Carolina. In that spirit, we host ‘2nd Saturday’ Regional Meetups to foster connection, community, and collaboration. 

  These Meetups are regionally located, wherever a volunteer member Champion commits to hosting. A remote option (via Zoom) is also available.

  • GREATER RALEIGH (in-person): 8:00am - 9:00 am @ Panera Bread, 5611 S Miami Blvd, Durham, NC 27703, Area Champion: Larry Long Jr (919-749-9757)
  • GREATER CHARLOTTE (in-person): 10:30am - 10:30am @ Amelies French Bakery, 4321 Park Road, Charlotte, NC 28209, Area Champion: Allie Pleiter (allie@alliepleiter.com)
  • PIEDMONT/TRIAD (in-person) 10:00am - 11:00am @ Panera Bread, 2209 Cloverdale Avenue, Winston-Salem, NC 27103 Area Champion: Carolyn Bennett Sullivan (302-494-7977)
  • REMOTE (virtually): @ 9:00am via Zoom (Zoom link will be included in the registration confirmation and reminder emails). Area Champion: Dr. Kevin Snyder, CSP (kevin@kevincsnyder.com)

  NSA Carolinas is here to help you knock it out of the ballpark, and hit a home run in your Professional Speaker business. See you at our next 2nd Saturday!

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  Want an in-person 2nd Saturday location closer to you? Get in touch with us about being a champion so you can help host and pick the location!

  Current area champions: 

  • Triangle (Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill): Larry Long Jr, Marcey Rader (*open for additional Area Champions)
  • Piedmont/Triad (Greensboro-Winston Salem-High Point): Dr. LaQuoia, Sherman Transou (*open for additional Area Champion)
  • Charlotte: Allie Plieter, Barbara Rozgonyi, Sporty King (*open for one (1) additional Area Champion)
  • Concord: Mary Elizabeth Murphy (*open for additional Area Champions)
  • Asheville/Western Carolina: TBD (*Open for Area Champions)
  • South Carolina (Greenville and/or Columbia): TBD (*Open for Area Champions)
  • Coastal (Wilmington-Myrtle Beach-Charleston-Hilton Head): TBD (*Open for Area Champions)
  • Remote: Mary Elizabeth Murphy (*open for additional Area Champions)

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• Speaker Development Series: INSIDE INFLUENCE - What Blew Our Minds at NSA’s National Conference

  • When
    August 20, 2025
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    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual

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  Join us every third Wednesday for the NSA Carolinas Speaker Development Series, designed to help you build a thriving, ethical speaking business.

  Speaker Development Series

  Couldn’t make it to INFLUENCE this year? Or maybe after you attend, you'd love help processing the flood of inspiration?

  Join us for an exclusive panel featuring NSA Carolinas members who attended the 2025 Influence conference — the biggest annual event in the speaking industry. They’ll break down the boldest takeaways, jaw-dropping insights, and game-changing strategies they brought home.

  What surprised them? What challenged them? And most importantly — what should you be applying to your speaking business right now?

  Come for the highlights. Stay for the real talk. Walk away with inspiration, insider tips, and a fresh pulse on what’s shaping the future of professional speaking.

  Panelists TBA — but trust us, you’ll want to hear from them.

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• Speaker Academy 2025

  • Start
    September 06, 2025
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    10:00 AM
  • End
    November 15, 2025
  •  
    12:00 PM
  • Location
    VIRTUAL
  • Spaces left
    7

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  Unlock Your Speaking Potential with NSA Carolinas!

  Are you ready to elevate your speaking career and gain the skills, knowledge, and support you need to succeed? Join us for the NSA Carolinas Speakers Academy 2025, a streamlined and impactful program designed for aspiring and emerging speakers.

  “Investing in the NSA Carolinas Speaker Academy was one of the best decisions I've made for my speaking career. Before joining, I had ideas and passion but lacked the structured approach and confidence to elevate my message. The Academy provided invaluable insights into crafting content, delivery, and understanding the business of speaking.”

  -Mary Elizabeth Murphy, CPCC, ORSCC, Founder, Author, and Speaker

  “The NSA Carolinas Speakers Academy helped me sharpen my message, elevate my business strategy, and connect with an inspiring community of speakers who truly get it.”

  -Ali Ingersoll, Speaker, Consultant, and former Ms Wheelchair America

  Why Join the Speakers Academy?

  • Expert-Led Sessions: Learn from seasoned professionals about the fundamentals of professional speaking, brand positioning, marketing, and building a profitable speaking business.
  • Personalized Mentorship: Benefit from 1:1 mentorship and mastermind-style roundtable discussions to get tailored advice and support.
  • Practical Homework: Apply what you learn through actionable homework assignments that help you develop your business model, marketing plan, and outreach strategy.
  • Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow speakers, share ideas, and build a supportive community.
  • Exclusive Freebies: Receive valuable resources donated by our experienced members, including chapters from books, videos, templates, and more.

  Program Schedule

  • Session 1: Foundations of Professional Speaking

  • • Date: September 6, 2025 | Time: 10:00 AM - Noon (Remote)

    • Gain a solid foundation in the essentials of building a successful speaking business.

  • Session 2: Mentorship and Roundtable

  • • Date: September 20, 2025 | Time: 10:00 AM - Noon (Remote)

    • Micro Learning Session (Subject to change): The Psychology of choosing a topic (AVP)

    • Participate in a cohort roundtable with opportunities to explore your personalized progress and next steps discussion.

  • Session 3: Brand Positioning and Marketing

  • • Date: October 4, 2025 | Time: 10:00 AM - Noon (Remote)

    • Learn how to identify your niche, craft your message, and create a powerful marketing plan.

  • Session 4: Mentorship and Roundtable

  • • Date: October 18, 2025 | Time: 10:00 AM - Noon (Remote)

    • Micro Learning Session (Subject to change): The Psychology of moving from information to inspiration.

    • Participate in a cohort roundtable with opportunities to explore your personalized progress and next steps discussion.

  • Session 5: Building Your Speaking Business

  • • Date: November 1, 2025 | Time: 10:00 AM - Noon (Remote)

    • Develop a comprehensive business plan and outreach strategy to monetize your speaking business.

  • Session 6: Mentorship and Roundtable

  • • Date: November 15, 2025 | Time: 10:00 AM - Noon (Remote)

    • Micro Learning Session (Subject to change): Back Office Strategies for the stage you are in.

    • Participate in a final cohort roundtable with opportunities to explore your personalized progress and next steps discussion.

  • Speaker Capstone

  • • Date: TBD (Part of an in-person event; specific timing to be confirmed. Likely in November in the Raleigh area).

    • 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.

  Pricing Information

  Early-Bird Pricing (Register by August 8, 2025):

  • Members: $600 (includes a renewal for a one-year membership to NSA Carolinas, normally $165/year!)
  • Non-Members: $750 (includes a one-year membership to NSA Carolinas, normally $165/year!)

  Regular Pricing (Register after August 8, 2025):
  

  • Members: $650 (includes a renewal for a one-year membership to NSA Carolinas, normally $165/year!)
  • Non-Members: $800 (includes a one-year membership to NSA Carolinas, normally $165/year!)

  Ready to Transform Your Speaking Career? Register now!

  Join the NSA Carolinas Speakers Academy 2025 and unlock your full potential. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to gain valuable insights, personalized mentorship, and a supportive community of fellow speakers.

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