Past Meetings
From Zero to 40+ Stages in Year One: How Luke Goetting Built His Speaking Pipeline
Virtual Zoom
The speakers who stay booked have built a repeatable way to find the right rooms and get in front of them. In this session, Luke Goetting shares how he went from no speaking reputation to 40+ stages a year — starting with the professional org networks tha
Reinvention in Real Time: How to Stay Relevant, Bookable, and Irresistible in Today’s Volatile Speaking Business
Bethesda Writer's Center
Everything in the world is changing so fast. Including the speaking business. On June 13th we are going to explore if your business needs CPR. How do we revive or enhance a business that may need life support?
June Mix and Mingle
Glenstone Museum
12100 Glen Road
Potomac, MD 20854
Join us for our June Mix & Mingle at the incredible Glenstone Museum for an afternoon of connection, conversation, exploration, and experience with fellow speakers and professionals.
May Tech Thursday: Turn Conversations into Speaking Contracts
Virtual Zoom
Many aspiring and seasoned speakers struggle to clearly communicate what they actually speak about, how their presentation transforms an audience, or why a meeting planner should hire them over another speaker with a similar topic.
Mastermind Monday (MEMBER-ONLY REGISTRATION)
Virtual Zoom
Fresh Perspective, Accountability, Motivation and Encouragement, Expanded Network, Accelerated Growth
TEDx Talk Pitch Event
Vienna Community Center, Auditorium
120 Cherry St. SE,
Vienna, VA 22180
In partnership with TEDx Warrenton, we're hosting an American Idol-style pitch competition at our May 16th chapter meeting in Vienna, VA. Ten contestants will deliver 2-minute pitches to a live panel of judges, three finalists will face a Q&A round, and o
May Mix and Mingle
National Portrait Gallery
8TH & F ST NW
Washington, DC 20001
Come join us for our upcoming NSADC May Mix & Mingle! We’re bringing the community together for an afternoon of connection, conversation, and inspiration in one of D.C.’s most beautiful spaces.
Mastermind Monday (MEMBER-ONLY REGISTRATION)
Virtual Zoom
Fresh Perspective, Accountability, Motivation and Encouragement, Expanded Network, Accelerated Growth
Navigating Strategic Intersections In Your Speaking Business
Bethesda Writer's Center
Dr. Genie Snyder CSP will be with us live and in person! You will have the opportunity to work here in real time on your speaking business and work through roadblocks to drive with momentum.
April Mix and Mingle
National Postal Museum, Washington, DC
This is not your typical networking event. It’s an opportunity to connect with fellow speakers, trainers, and thought leaders in a meaningful way—through intentional conversation, shared insight, and authentic connection.
Mastermind Monday
Virtual Zoom
Fresh Perspective, Accountability, Motivation and Encouragement, Expanded Network, Accelerated Growth
The Unassailable Speaker: Why Some Speakers Consistently Get Booked, And Others Don't
Bethesda Writer's Center
For any speaker hoping for lasting success—whether for ten years or ten centuries—the first step is understanding that “hope” has absolutely nothing to do with it. To achieve greatness, one must produce great work—and producing great work is incredibly ha
FREE March Mix & Mingle at the Hirshhorn Museum!
Hirshhorn Museum & Sculpture Garden 7th St & Independence Ave SW Washington, DC
We’re stepping away from the action and into the art where we’ll be gathering among bold modern art to spark meaningful conversation, fresh perspectives, and deeper connection.
Mastermind Monday
Virtual Zoom
Fresh Perspective, Accountability, Motivation and Encouragement, Expanded Network, Accelerated Growth
What To Wear To Get Booked As A Speaker
Virtual Zoom
As a professional speaker, choosing the right outfit for your speaking engagement can be overwhelming and frustrating. You want to come across as credible while balancing professionalism, individuality, and comfort.
NSA DC Last Story Standing
In-Person - Bethesda Writer's Center
Join the NSA-DC ‘Last Story Standing’ Adventure! Think of this not as just another competition, but as your chance to step into a creative playground of storytelling growth. Whether you’re a seasoned keynoter or someone just looking to refine your voic
January Mastermind Monday (MEMBER ONLY REGISTRATION)
Virtual Zoom and In-Person
Fresh Perspective, Accountability, Motivation and Encouragement, Expanded Network, Accelerated Growth
January Mix and Mingle
Mamma Lucia, College Park Market Place, 4734 Cherry Hill Rd, College Park, MD 20740
The Speaker CEO: Building Systems that Scale
Virtual Zoom
Are you coaching your clients to greatness but struggling to manage the "messy middle" of your own business? For speaker coaches, consultants, and speechwriters, the bottleneck isn't usually a lack of expertise—it's a lack of space. When you are the produ
Your Introduction is Not Your Bio: How to Connect with Your Audience Before You Even Take the Stage
Virtual Zoom
Most speakers focus on their content, their stage presence, and their closing remarks. But the most powerful part of your talk happens before you even open your mouth—the way you’re introduced. A speaker's bio is not their introduction, and if you're stil
