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SUMMARY:SELLING! THINK Yourself® A SALES PRO with Nathalie Plamondon-Thomas\, CSP\, CAPS President
DESCRIPTION:CAPS Atlantic members and guests gather for the CAPS 2026 Presidential Tour with National President\, Nathalie  Plamondon-Thomas! \n\n\n\nJoin us in-person on June 4 at 6:30 PM at the beautiful Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel in Halifax for an engaging evening of connection\, learning\, and inspiration.\nWe are thrilled to welcome Nathalie Plamondon-Thomas\, CSP\, National President of CAPS\, for what promises to be a highly informative and high-energy event: \nSELLING! THINK Yourself® A SALES PRO \nMost speakers’ dream is to simply show up on the platform without having to do the sales pitch. Wouldn’t that be nice? You’ve got the “speaking” part down\, but sometimes you’d rather drill holes in your feet than have to “sell” your services. Your message matters. You can truly change the world. But securing paid speaking engagements is what really makes you a professional speaker. \nDiscover the sales strategies\, pipeline techniques\, CRM funnels\, follow-up systems\, and mindset shifts Nathalie used to elevate her speaking business into the High-Income Earners Group. You will also discover the five types of imposter syndrome voices – and learn how to transform them – along with brain science insights on how to read your client’s mind and confidently close the sale. \nGet ready to fill your calendar and propel your speaking business. \nBIO Nathalie Plamondon-Thomas\, CSP \nCertified Speaking Professional CSP®\, Recipient of the Top Executive Coach award in 2025\, Most Empowering Confidence Coach in North America in 2023\, the Peter Legge Philanthropic Award in 2024 and Canadian Presenter of the Year in 2021\, Nathalie Plamondon-Thomas is a Confidence Expert. \nShe is the author of 18 books\, including 12 no.1 bestsellers and a book co-written with Kevin Harrington from the Shark Tank\, endorsed by Tony Robbins. She is the Founder and CEO of the THINK Yourself® ACADEMY\, offering keynotes and trainings\, leading-edge online courses\, laser-focus business strategy and one-on-one transformation coaching. \nAlong the past two decades\, she has inspired over 100\,000 audience members and empowered thousands of clients internationally to get rid of their negative self-talk. She combines over 10 years of experience in human resources\, 25 years of experience in sales and over 35 years of distinguished service in the fitness industry. She is 2026 National President of CAPS. \nThis is a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow speakers\, grow your network\, and gain valuable insights in an intimate in-person setting. Guests are encouraged\, so feel free to bring a plus one. \nFood will be provided. \nEvent Details\nDate: June 4\nTime: 6:30 PM\nLocation: Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel\nCapacity: Limited to 40 attendees \nRegistration Rates\nMembers: \n\nFree if registered by May 15\n$10 after May 15\n\nNon-Members: \n\n$10 if registered by May 15\n$20 after May 15\n\nPlease register early\, as space is limited and pricing increases after May 15. \nHotel Accommodations\nA preferred room rate of $209 + taxes (single/double occupancy) is available.\nTo reserve\, call: 1-800-528-1234 or 1-902-477-5611 ext. 0 \nWe look forward to seeing you in Halifax for an evening of learning\, connection\, and community \n\n\n 
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/nathalie-plamondon-thomas-csp-caps-president-visits-caps-atlantic/
CATEGORIES:Atlantic Chapter
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SUMMARY:CAPS National President\, Mark Black\, CSP visits CAPS Atlantic!
DESCRIPTION:More details to come!\n\n\nAre you ready to elevate your brand and increase your perceived value n the marketplace? Looking for a way to genuinely sell your services while delivering real value to your prospects? \n \nHost Your Own Event! \n \nIn 2017\, Mark set a goal: to create an event in his hometown that would bring top quality training and speaker to the Maritimes. The added bonus? He’d have one day on the calendar each year where he could generate substantial revenue without leaving home. This idea led to the creation of Level Up\, a one-day personal development conference. Nine editions later\, the conference has grown into a reliable revenue stream and a powerful platform for promoting coaching services. \n \nThis presentation will show you how simple it can be to launch your own event. Discover how to minimize risk and upfront costs while maximizing revenue. You’ll also learn to leverage a signature event to build your brand as a recognized expert and speaker. \n \nTakeaways: \n*Creating an event theme and ROI that is compelling \n*How to put butts in seats \n*How to secure speakers and sponsors for your event \n*3 Mistakes to avoid \n \nAbout Mark Black\, CSP \n \nMark Black is a Heart and Double-Lung Transplant Recipient – turned – 4- Time \nMarathon Runner. \n \nA resilience expert\, coach\, and author\, Mark helps people break through limitations \nand develop resilience so they can thrive through challenge and change. \n \nMark doesn’t just teach resilience\, he embodies it. Born with a life-threatening heart \ndefect\, Mark underwent two open-heart surgeries before the age of one. He battled \nhis condition and its limitations for twenty-two years until he was forced to deal with \nthe biggest obstacle of his young life. His doctor informed him that his heart was \nfailing\, and without a rare and dangerous heart and double-lung transplant\, he would \nnot see his 25th birthday. \n \nIn 2002\, Mark was fortunate that a suitable donor was found. He not only survived \nthe surgery\, but less than 3 years later\, Mark became the only man in history to \nrun a marathon with someone else’s heart and lungs. Then he did it three more \ntimes. \n \nMark is a Certified Speaking Professional\, a designation held by less than 1500 \nspeakers in the world. He has inspired more than 175\,000 people in more than \n750 presentations and has worked with global brands including ExxonMobil and \nMercedes Benz\, as well as many national and regional associations. \n \nMark lives in Moncton\, New Brunswick\, Canada where he spends as much time as \npossible with the most important people in his life; his wife Marise and their three \nchildren; Emma\, Matteo\, and Caleb. \n \nFor more information about how Mark can help you\, go to: www.markblack.ca
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/caps-national-president-mark-black-csp-visits-caps-atlantic/
LOCATION:Delta Hotels Beausejour\, 750 Main Street\, Moncton\, NB E1C 0G1\, Moncton\, E1C 0G1\, CA
CATEGORIES:Atlantic Chapter
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SUMMARY:Connect & Problem-Solve with the Community
DESCRIPTION:Join us online for an event of connection\, sharing\, and solving business challenges with community support!\n\n\nJoin us virtually on August 21st at 6:30 PM AT for a special evening of connection\, collaboration\, and problem-solving. Led by Corina Walsh\, a skilled facilitator of Mastermind sessions\, this event offers a unique opportunity to tap into the collective wisdom of our community. \nTwo “hot-seat” spots are available — if you’re facing a challenge in your business and want focused expert feedback\, this is your chance to gain new insights.To apply for a hot-seat\, please email Corina directly. \nWhether you’re in the hot-seat or just attending to listen and support\, this is a powerful way to connect meaningfully and move your business forward. \nLet’s grow together. Don’t miss out! \n📧 Hot-Seat Contact Info:\nEmail Corina to request a hot-seat opportunity.(Email TBD)
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/connect-problem-solve-with-the-community/
CATEGORIES:Atlantic Chapter
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SUMMARY:Showcase YOU!
DESCRIPTION:Featuring 7 Fabulous Speakers;  this night promises to be full of inspiration\, connection\, and celebration\n\n\nFeaturing 7 Fabulous Speakers! \nWe are looking to you\, the membership to step forward and connect. We are having an event on May 21 at the Wooden Monkey (40 Alderney Dr. Dartmouth\, Level 2 Alderney Ferry Terminal)\, 6:30 networking\, 7 standup reception. \nExpect fabulous food and a fabulous line up of SEVEN Speakers who will showcase their topic and talent and let us know how we can intelligently network for them.  \nOur Membership chair from Newfoundland will be coming to meet you and share in the event. Let’s have everyone come out and connect! Sociable!!! \nCAPS Atlantic has been known for having the most members at National Convention for a number of years. Let’s show we can do the same at our own events!
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/showcase-you/
LOCATION:The Wooden Monkey\, 40 Alderney Drive #305\, Dartmouth\, NS B2Y 2N5\, Dartmouth\, B2Y 2N5\, CA
CATEGORIES:Atlantic Chapter
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SUMMARY:Learn to LAF - Live Anxiety Free and Train Your Brain Not to Worry!
DESCRIPTION:Join CAPS Atlantic for this VIRTUAL Event on How You Can “Learn to LAF!”\n\n\nJoin CAPS Atlantic Virtually on Thursday. March 20th @ 6:30pm ADT \n(Session begins at 7pm ADT) \nSo here is something we have all been waiting for – a CAPS Atlantic event where we can learn and connect together. \n‘Learn to LAF – Live Anxiety Free\, and Train Your Brain not to Worry! \nThis is proprietary material from my signature presentation and involves: \n● no meditation\,\n● no affirmations\,\n● no designer breathing\n● no change your thoughts exercises \nEinstein said: If we understand a problem and where it comes from we are 90% of the way to solving it’ \nTherefore\, the takeaways will be: \n● Understand what anxiety is\, and what it is not\n● Understand from the Anxometer how much anxiety is affecting your life\n● Understand why there is an Anxiety Pandemic when we have been taught strategies for decades by gurus who have made tons of money from their techniques (which if they worked\, there would be no anxiety left!)\n● An overview of the 9 Types of Anxiety\, not diagnoses\, but types\, according to where it comes from.\n● The 4-step LAF technique that deactivates anxiety whenever it shows up and trains your brain not to worry. \nI have used this framework which I have developed during 35\,000 hrs. of working with individuals\, couples and groups. It continues to have success in deactivating anxiety and giving people back their productivity and life satisfaction. \nJoin us to connect as a Chapter\, to enjoy each other’s presence and feedback.
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/learn-to-laf-live-anxiety-free-and-train-your-brain-not-to-worry/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Atlantic Chapter
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SUMMARY:A Summer's evening of Networking and Professional Development
DESCRIPTION:A jam packed evening including an address from the CAPS National President and President-elect and a panel discussion from leading experts\n\n\nHear from the CAPS National President and President-elect and learn from experts during a panel discussion about growing your thought leadership business.
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/a-summers-evening-of-networking-and-professional-development/
LOCATION:Halifax Tower Hotel & Conference Centre\, Ascend Hotel Collection\, 15 Lakelands Boulevard\, Beechville\, NS B3S 1G4\, Beechville\, B3S 1G4\, CA
CATEGORIES:Atlantic Chapter
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