NSA St. Louis, St. Louis, MO (2026)

05/20/2026

🎤 Speakers, coaches, and trainers… AI is no longer just a trend. It’s becoming part of the toolkit.

A few AI tools worth exploring:

💡 ChatGPT

Generate presentation ideas, outline keynote content, create social posts, write audience questions, and brainstorm stories.

🔍 Perplexity AI

Perfect for research and gathering current information with sources before building presentations or client content.

🎥 Descript

Edit video and audio by editing text. Great for speaker reels, podcasts, and quick content clips.

🎨 Canva

Create presentation slides, social graphics, videos, and visual content quickly.

🎙 Otter.ai

Capture meeting notes, brainstorm ideas, and save those moments of inspiration before they disappear.

Technology should not replace your voice.

It should help you spend less time on repetitive tasks and more time doing what only you can do: connecting, teaching, and creating impact.

What AI tool are you using right now that has saved you the most time?

05/18/2026

𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐧𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐦𝐚𝐲 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧.

If you’re a speaker, coach, trainer, or aspiring communicator looking to grow your business, sharpen your message, and build meaningful connections… this is for you.

Join us for the NSA St. Louis Social for an evening of connection, conversation, and community.

✔ Meet speakers and industry professionals

✔ Build relationships that can open doors

✔ Ask questions and gain insights

✔ Discover how NSA supports speakers at every level

✔ Enjoy appetizers and great conversations

Whether you're just stepping into the speaking profession or looking to take your business to the next level, you’ll find value, encouragement, and people who understand the journey.

📅 Wednesday, June 10

⏰ 4:00–6:00 PM

📍 Oh! London | 11411 Olive Blvd, St. Louis, MO

𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄, 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐝:

https://tockify.com/nsa.stl/detail/11/1781125200000

Come grow with us. Your seat at the table is waiting.

05/15/2026

𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐢𝐬𝐧’𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞… 𝐢𝐭’𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐚𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐧𝐨𝐰.
SAVE THE DATE AND JOIN US TUESDAY!

If you’re still treating tech like a “nice to have,” you’re leaving time, efficiency, and opportunity on the table.

Join us for a Virtual Roundtable: Leveraging Technology where we’ll dive into practical, real-world ways to:
✔ Streamline your workflows
✔ Connect more effectively with clients
✔ Elevate your presentations
✔ Grow your business with smarter tools

From AI and automation to the apps and platforms that actually make a difference… this is not theory. This is what works.

𝐀𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭?
👉 Bring your favorite tools, questions, and challenges.
This is a collaborative conversation, not a lecture.

Together, we’ll uncover how to make technology work for you… not against you.
💻 Free for members
💻 $23 for non-members

📌 Registration required
If you’re ready to save time, increase productivity, and create new opportunities… this is where it starts. https://tockify.com/nsa.stl/detail/4/1779312600000

05/13/2026

This is what happens inside Speakers Academy.

You don’t just learn how to speak…
You learn how to connect, position, and get booked.

From the very first session to the final presentations, the growth is undeniable:

✔ Messages became clear and compelling
✔ Confidence showed up in every delivery
✔ Stories turned into strategy
✔ Speakers stepped into real presence

And the final presentations?
Powerful. Intentional. Memorable.

This is where speakers stop guessing…
and start building a real speaking business.

If you’ve been thinking about stepping onto the stage or elevating your impact…

This is the room you want to be in.
Because this isn’t just training.
It’s a transformation.

05/11/2026

To the women who take the stage… and lead with heart.

This weekend was a beautiful reminder that behind every powerful message, every standing ovation, and every moment of impact…

There is a woman who gives so much of herself in more ways than one.

To the women speakers who inspire, teach, lead, and still show up with love, strength, and grace at home… we see you.

We hope your Mother’s Day was filled with appreciation, rest, and the kind of moments that pour back into you.

Because the truth is…

The way you show up in life is exactly what makes you unforgettable on stage.

Here’s to the women who do it all… and do it with heart.

Happy Mother’s Day 💕

05/08/2026

𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐢𝐬𝐧’𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞… 𝐢𝐭’𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐚𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐧𝐨𝐰.

If you’re still treating tech like a “nice to have,” you’re leaving time, efficiency, and opportunity on the table.

Join us for a Virtual Roundtable: Leveraging Technology where we’ll dive into practical, real-world ways to:

✔ Streamline your workflows
✔ Connect more effectively with clients
✔ Elevate your presentations
✔ Grow your business with smarter tools

From AI and automation to the apps and platforms that actually make a difference… this is not theory. This is what works.

𝐀𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭?
👉 Bring your favorite tools, questions, and challenges.
This is a collaborative conversation, not a lecture.

Together, we’ll uncover how to make technology work for you… not against you.

💻 Free for members
💻 $23 for non-members

📌 Registration required
If you’re ready to save time, increase productivity, and create new opportunities… this is where it starts. https://tockify.com/nsa.stl/detail/4/1779312600000

05/06/2026

Not all impact is loud… but the right impact is undeniable.

Today, we celebrate a leader whose consistency, reliability, and results have made a lasting difference.

𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫, 𝐍𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫, 𝐕𝐏 𝐨𝐟 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲.

This recognition is especially meaningful because it is determined by a vote of his peers… a true reflection of the respect and trust he has earned within our chapter.

Behind every seamless experience, every system that works, every moment that just flows… There is someone making it happen. That’s Nigel.

His commitment to excellence and steady leadership have strengthened our chapter in ways that matter.

Leadership isn’t always on the stage.

Sometimes, it’s behind the scenes… making the stage possible.

Nigel, we see you. We value you. And we are incredibly proud to celebrate you.

Well deserved.

05/04/2026

𝐍𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐨𝐮𝐬 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠? 𝐆𝐨𝐨𝐝. 𝐈𝐭 𝐦𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞.

Fear doesn’t mean you’re not ready…
It means this matters to yo
Here are a few powerful ways to move through it:

👉 𝐒𝐡𝐢𝐟𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐬
Stop thinking about you. Start thinking about them.
Your audience isn’t judging… they’re hoping you help.

👉 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐩𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞
Don’t memorize every word.
Know your message so well you can talk, not perform.

👉 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐛𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐟𝐞𝐞𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲
Confidence doesn’t come first.
Action does.

👉 𝐔𝐬𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐛𝐨𝐝𝐲
Breathe deeper. Slow down. Plant your feet.
Your body can calm your mind faster than your thoughts can.

👉 𝐑𝐞𝐟𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐬
That feeling? It’s not fear… it’s energy.
Channel it instead of fighting it.

The truth is…
Even the best speakers feel it.
They just don’t let it stop them.
Speak anyway.

Someone in that audience needs what you have to say.
Join us at our next event: nsastl.com

05/01/2026

🎤 𝒀𝒐𝒖 𝒄𝒂𝒏 𝒇𝒆𝒆𝒍 𝒊𝒕 𝒘𝒉𝒆𝒏 𝒂 𝒔𝒑𝒆𝒂𝒌𝒆𝒓 𝒕𝒓𝒖𝒍𝒚 𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒏𝒆𝒄𝒕𝒔.

It’s not the slides.
It’s not the script.
It’s not even the story.

It’s the moment the audience thinks…
“Wow. They get me.”

That’s the difference between a good speaker… and one people remember.

Here’s a powerful shift:

👉 Stop trying to impress your audience
👉 Start trying to understand them

Before you step on stage, ask:
What are they worried about?
What are they hoping for?
What do they need to hear… not just what do I want to say?

Because when your audience feels seen…
they lean in.
they trust you.
they take action.

And that’s when your message actually lands.
Speak to be understood.
Not just heard.

04/29/2026

Save the Date:
Virtual Roundtable: Leveraging Technology
Tue May 19th 4:30pm - 5:30pm

In today’s fast-changing world, technology isn’t just a tool, it’s a competitive advantage. Join us for this virtual roundtable as we explore practical and innovative ways to use technology to streamline workflows, connect with clients, enhance presentations, and grow your business. From AI and automation to apps and online platforms, we’ll share strategies that save time, boost productivity, and create new opportunities.

Bring your favorite tools, questions, and challenges. Together, we’ll uncover how to make technology work smarter for you.

This session is free for members and $23 for non-members. Registration is required. https://tockify.com/nsa.stl/detail/4/1779312600000

04/27/2026

𝐋𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡 𝐨𝐧 𝐔𝐬. 𝐀𝐧𝐝 𝐚 𝐰𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐞 𝐥𝐨𝐭 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞.

If you’ve ever wondered what top speakers know that others don’t… this is the room to be in.

Join NSA St. Louis for a morning designed to help you get booked more often, strengthen your business, and connect with people who truly understand the speaking industry.

Connections & Networking | 8:45 – 9:15 AM
Start your day by building relationships that open doors
Business Development Program + End of Year Awards: Elevate and Celebrate | 9:15 AM – 12:00 PM

Learn the real strategies behind successful speaking businesses and celebrate excellence in our community

And yes… lunch is on us!

Because the best conversations happen after the program

Whether you are an experienced speaker or just getting started, you will walk away with insights, connections, and momentum.

👉 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐦𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞: https://tockify.com/nsa.stl/detail/3/1777643100000

Come for the content.
Stay for the connections.
Leave with clarity.

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