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SUMMARY:Behind The Mic - Open Innovation - Here\, there and everywhere
DESCRIPTION:Join hosts Rob Rudy and Ross Saunders with Mike Rubenstein for a conversation on how innovation actually gets applied — from leading the innovation team across Rio Tinto Alcan\, where Mike built his understanding\, to the smaller companies across different industries where he’s applied it since. The takeaways are industry agnostic.\nFor our members —  trainers\, keynote speakers\, coaches\, consultants\,  the conversation turns to how we bring that same innovation into our own businesses\, so clients keep choosing us\, no matter which industry we’re each in. \n \nSession Title:\nOpen Innovation – “Here\, there and everywhere” \nSession Description \nOpen innovation recognizes that world-class ideas rarely observe corporate boundary lines. Instead of relying exclusively on centralized R&D labs\, modern organizations activate an interconnected ecosystem—unlocking insights from internal workforces\, supply chains\, customer bases\, and global technology networks. \nCore Pillars of the Ecosystem \n\nEmployees as Internal Consumers: Workers engage with products\, packaging\, and workflows daily as end-users. Tapping into front-line workforce insights yields rapid\, low-friction feedback on operational bottlenecks\, usability\, and product improvements before reaching the market.\nSuppliers & Value-Chain Partners: Co-developing solutions with material\, equipment\, and logistics suppliers shifts relationships from transactional procurement to strategic co-creation\, accelerating speed-to-market and lowering technical risk.\nExternal Innovation Networks: Partnering with startups\, research universities\, and specialized technology hubs grants direct access to specialized IP\, emerging science\, and agile development capabilities.\nCustomer & User Communities: Involving corporate customers early through joint development initiatives ensures alignment with real-world demand and market adoption goals.\n\n \nMichael Rubenstein is currently President & CEO of Rubenstein& Advisory\, a boutique advisory firm helping companies reach their full potential through strategy\, culture\, change management\, leadership development\, operational excellence and value creation. \nHe serves as Independent Board Chairman of Freshr Technologies\, a Board Observer for Vision Group\, and an Advisory Board Member of Hyperion Global Cities. He was previously a Director of Art Souterrain\, a non-profit organization whose mission is to make art more accessible\, and an Independent Director of the Board of Directors of Scotia Investments Ltd. and Blomidon Investments\, overseeing seven companies in biomedical\, energy\, recycling and packaging. \nMost recently\, he was Operating Partner\, Private Equity Québec for CDPQ\, the third-largest pension fund manager in the world\, where he worked with CEOs and leadership teams of portfolio companies to maximize value across the investment lifecycle\, including M&A activity\, strategy\, operating models\, human capital and ESG. \nPrior\, he was President and CEO of Biomod\, a biotech company whose patented technology was used in the manufacturing of dry facial masks. Previously\, he was Chief Operating Officer of Magil Laurentienne\, a Montreal-based\, integrated real estate company\, where he led a culture change\, restructured the organization and drove significant development projects. \nMichael held senior leadership roles in the packaging industry with Rio Tinto’s Alcan Packaging\, a US$6.5 billion world leader in specialty packaging with 131 facilities and 29\,000 team members in 31 countries. As Chief Growth and Innovation Officer\, he created the company’s Growth and Innovation vision and spearheaded a Global Account Management model with partners including Johnson & Johnson\, Kraft\, Unilever\, Danone and Procter & Gamble\, signing $350 million in multi-year global contracts.
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/open-innovation-here-there-and-everywhere/
CATEGORIES:Behind the Mic,CAPS National
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SUMMARY:Behind The Mic - Your New Business Card - The Benefits of Self Publishing Your Book
DESCRIPTION:In this presentation\, we delve into the advantages of creating your own book as a strategic tool for business growth and provide insights into utilizing your book as a dynamic marketing tool.\nWe’ll briefly overview where to start\, elements of a great entrepreneurial book\, and explain how self publishing can be more beneficial to your business than going the traditional route as well as what services are available to you when choosing to work with a professional services company. \nFrom there\, we’ll dive into the benefits a book has to your brand\, and cover some effective marketing ideas to maximize its impact on your speaking career.\nYou’ll leave this presentation with the inspiration and next actionable steps to create and harness the potential of your next self published book to help you elevate your brand. \nGiveaway:\nWe will be giving away an Editor’s Manuscript Evaluation to one lucky attendee. Attendees can opt into the giveaway during the presentation via QR code or link. \n\n\n\n \nPresenter\nEmily Perkins \n\n \nEmily Perkins is the Senior Publishing Consultant at FriesenPress – the largest publishing services provider in Canada. Her publishing career spans over 20 years – and the globe. She spent years in Amsterdam working in graphic design and later worked as a typesetter and proofreader in the financial printing industry. \nEmily’s eclectic experience allows her to provide a holistic approach to her part in guiding the FriesenPress sales team\, which ensures authors self-publish the best possible books.
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/caps-behind-the-mic-june-2026/
CATEGORIES:Behind the Mic,CAPS National
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260519T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260519T210000
DTSTAMP:20261003T035109
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SUMMARY:Behind The Mic - Reinventing Your Life\, Your Message\, and Your Market
DESCRIPTION:In this powerful\, story-driven session\, Executive Speaker Coach Samantha Kris shares her journey of reinventing her life and business\, from leaving behind a version of success that no longer aligned to building a new chapter in the U.S. market. Along the way\, she reveals what reinvention actually looks like behind the scenes and how to navigate the uncertainty that comes with it. \nFollowing her story will be a candid conversation with Rob Rudy\, where they will explore: \n\nWhy expanding into new markets requires an evolution of identity\, not just strategy\nHow strategic relationships can accelerate your next level\nWhat it feels like to enter a new arena\nWhether you’re refining your message\, exploring new markets\, or feeling the pull toward something more\, this session will help you move forward with clarity\, alignment\, and confidence.\nBecause the next level of your speaking business… requires the next version of you.\n\n  \n \n  \nSamantha Kris is the Founder of Stride\, a boutique communications firm trusted by some of today’s leading impact-driven CEO’s and thought leaders. She is also an author\, speaker\, and Certified Reinvention Practitioner. Real Leaders recently awarded Samantha as a Top Executive Coach\, and Microsoft recognized her as a Top 10 Leading Speaker to follow in 2025. She has the #1 TEDx talk on goal setting and has an ambitious goal of impacting 1 million people through the power of storytelling this year.
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/caps-behind-the-mic-may-19-2026/
CATEGORIES:Behind the Mic,CAPS National
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260414T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260414T210000
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SUMMARY:Behind The Mic - Winning Corporate Business
DESCRIPTION:Winning corporate business requires understanding how leaders think\, what challenges they face\, and where external partners can add value. \nIn this one-hour virtual session\, hosts Rob Rudy and Ross Saunders sit down with Paul Bognar for a live Q&A on leading and growing a national service business. Paul will briefly share his leadership context\, followed by a focused discussion on the real pressures companies face today. \nThe conversation will explore issues such as managing a people-driven operation with high turnover\, maintaining service consistency across multiple locations\, responding to instant customer feedback\, competing in crowded markets\, and navigating rising costs and uncertainty. It will also look at how organizations continue to evolve as customer behaviour shifts. \nEach challenge will be examined through a practical lens. Where is the opportunity for a speaker\, trainer\, or advisor to help? What problems are worth solving? What topics matter? How do you approach a company like this and get in front of decision-makers \nThe session is primarily Q&A\, with Rob and Ross leading the discussion and participants contributing questions through the chat. The goal is to help members connect real business challenges to clear opportunities for their work. \nParticipants will leave with a sharper view on how to position themselves\, how to align their expertise to actual needs\, and how to engage corporate clients in a way that leads to meaningful work. \n \n  \n\n\n\n\nPaul Bognar \nPaul J. Bognar is the President and Chief Operating Officer of Service Inspired Restaurants. Paul joined SIR Corp in 2012\, driven by his passion for people and hospitality\, and is at the center of the company’s culture. Paul has been the driver of improved processes focused on operational excellence and leadership development. Paul’s commitment to the company’s values and promises extends to both employees and the supplier community. \nPaul has been very active bringing visibility to the hospitality industry at both a Provincial and Federal level with a number of proposals and recommendations to ensure the success of the industry. \nSIR Corp consists of several brands\, most notably Jack Astor’s\, Scaddabush\, RED’S\, Edna+Vita\, Loose Moose and Duke’s. The company employs just over 4\,400 team members across its 55 locations\, generating over $320M in revenue.\nPrior to joining the hospitality industry\, Paul was the President of Simmons Bedding Company Canada\, Senior Vice-President of Maytag Corp.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n  \n\n 
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/caps-behind-the-mic-april-2026/
CATEGORIES:Behind the Mic,CAPS National
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260317T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260317T210000
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SUMMARY:Financial Foundations for Professional Speakers
DESCRIPTION:Professional speakers are experts at delivering powerful messages on stage\, but many struggle with the financial and tax decisions that happen behind the scenes. Irregular income\, complex tax rules\, and entrepreneurial responsibilities create challenges that traditional career paths do not prepare them for. \nIn this practical and informative session\, GBA LLP will guide professional speakers through the key financial decisions that can significantly impact long-term success. Topics include choosing the right business structure\, understanding when incorporation makes sense\, how to pay yourself through salary or dividends\, managing vehicle ownership for travel-heavy careers\, navigating HST obligations\, and building strong financial literacy to handle fluctuating income. \nDesigned specifically for speakers and independent professionals\, this presentation translates complex accounting and tax concepts into clear\, actionable insights. Attendees will leave with a stronger understanding of how to structure their finances\, avoid costly mistakes\, and build a sustainable\, profitable speaking business. \n \n  \n\n\n\n\nTrevor Buttle \nTrevor Buttle\, CPA\, CA\, MBA\, LPA\, is a Founding Partner of GBA LLP\, Chartered Professional Accountants\, with over 30 years of entrepreneurial experience and more than 20 years as a Chartered Professional Accountant. A trusted business advisor\, Trevor helps entrepreneurs and organizations across Canada navigate complex financial and tax decisions through clear\, practical strategies. He is passionate about improving financial literacy and empowering business owners to build sustainable\, long-term success.\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n  \n  \n\n 
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/financial-foundations-for-professional-speakers/
CATEGORIES:Behind the Mic,CAPS National
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260217T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260217T210000
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SUMMARY:Protecting Your Livelihood: Intellectual Property Law for Professional Speakers
DESCRIPTION:This month on CAPS Behind the Mic\, CAPS Member Norm Bowley and Marcus Gallie will take us through a high-level overview of intellectual property and related law\, then a drill-down into the major concerns of speakers in terms of protecting their copyright and trademarks\, and avoiding infringement on the property of others. We will conduct a tour d’horizon of the issues and provide practical insights both for protection and avoidance of infringing the rights of others. A high-level overview of intellectual property and related law\, then a drill-down into the major concerns of speakers in terms of protecting their copyright and trademarks\, and avoiding infringement on the rights of others. CAPS member Norm Bowley and former colleague IP specialist Marcus Gallie will conduct a tour d’horizon of the issues and provide practical insights both for protection and avoidance of infringing the rights of others. Q&A. \n \n  \n\n\n\n\nNorman Bowley \nNorm Bowley is a CAPS member who teaches primarily on professional excellence and communication. Norm practiced law in Ottawa from 1981 to 2018\, and before that was a teacher. Norm earned his JD (Cum Laude) from the University of Ottawa in 1979 and his Master of Laws from York University. Along the way he acquired his Trademark Agent designation\, as well as that of the Trust and Estate Professional. Norm does not profess to have the IP depth of Marcus\, but along his journey assisted in drafting some really interesting patents and litigated some pretty wild patent and copyright infringement cases\, including one which tangentially involved chasing cows through Saskatchewan mud.\n\n\n\nMarcus Gallie \nMarcus Gallie is an intellectual property lawyer practising in Ottawa. Called to the Bar in 1989\, he was also registered as a Patent Agent and as a Trademark Agent in 1992. He holds both an LLB and a Master of Law.  Prior to his legal career\, Marc obtained a B.Sc and an M.Sc. in the Environmental Science area. \nSince 2008\, he has been the Editor in Chief of the Canadian Patent Reporter\, roughly the legal equivalent of having your HoF and CSP. A member of the Intellectual Property Institute of Canada and the International Trademark Association\, he has also served on the Patent Agents Examination Board. He is considered one of the foremost IP lawyers in Canada and has extensively presented nationally and internationally. \nMarc was a Partner for over 20 years in one of Canada’s oldest Intellectual Property Practices until its acquisition by a publicly traded company in 2023.  He is now on gardening leave until he resumes practice in early spring.\n\n\n\n  \n  \n\n 
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/protecting-your-livelihood-intellectual-property-law-for-professional-speakers/
CATEGORIES:Behind the Mic,CAPS National
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SUMMARY:How to Land a TEDx Talk & Spread Your Message to Millions In As Little As 30 Days...
DESCRIPTION:Do you know what separates the top 1% of entrepreneurs\, coaches\, and experts in the industry… from everyone else? \nAuthority.  \nAnd there is no quicker way to establish authority and credibility than to be seen speaking from the stage. \n(I’ve been speaking for years\, and it has been one of the most impactful things I’ve done to grow my coaching practice.) \nSo why don’t more people get on stages and start speaking? \nFrankly… most people don’t know how. \nAnd because I know just how powerful speaking can be to your career\, I went out in search of someone who is one of the best in the world at helping coaches and purpose-driven entrepreneurs take their expertise\, craft it into a compelling message\, and share it on stages. \n \nAnd it just so happens that this person is not only an expert at helping people turn their expertise into compelling\, viral-worthy talks… \nBut he and his team also help people land speeches on one of the most influential and widely-viewed stages in the world… TEDx. \nHis name is Taylor Conroy\, and his company Thought Leader has helped over 650 clients (and counting!) land TEDx talks and spread their message to millions of people. \n(In fact\, they guarantee it). \nHe’s broken this process down into a science (Taylor himself has spoken at TEDx 4 times)\, and I’ve convinced him to share his entire process with us LIVE on November 20th\, 2025\, at 7:00 PM ET. \nIf you’ve ever wanted to turn your expertise into a ready-to-share message from stages… \nOr you’ve ever wondered what it actually takes to be invited to speak at a TEDx stage… \nThis webinar is for you. \n \nQuestionnaire —  https://leadr.co/caps \nWe’re excited to learn more about you and your goals. Completing this short questionnaire helps us understand your objectives so we can ensure our time together is valuable and focused on you. \n  \nAbout Taylor Conroy \nTaylor Conroy is a meditating surfer obsessed with building businesses that make change. His first social enterprise\, Change Heroes\, mobilized people in 80 countries to fund and build  \n400 schools\, water projects\, libraries\, girls scholarships\, anti-sex trafficking work\, and more for 200\,000 people around the world. \nHe has lectured at Harvard\, Princeton\, NYU\, Cornell\, and the United Nations on the subject of social enterprise (How to make money while making profound impact in the world)\, and regularly presents to corporate audiences like Disney\, Pfizer\, Lululemon\, KPMG\, and Morgan Stanley\, as well as social good events with audiences of 10\,000+. \nTaylor has been a professional firefighter\, a real estate entrepreneur\, and a bodybuilder; he has studied with Zen monks in Japan\, run with the bulls in Spain\, has explored every continent on earth including Antarctica\, has surfed the longest wave in the world in Peru\, and has filmed mini-documentaries in the red light district of Cambodia to combat sex trafficking\, the Ecuadorian Amazon to catalyze microfinance\, and the jungles of Uganda as an activist for human rights. \nTaylor is the co-founder of Thought-Leader\, where he works with entrepreneurs\, professionals\, and change-makers to get their message out into the world by leveraging the power of speaking from the world’s biggest stages like TEDx. He has spoken on the TEDx stage 4 times and to date has helped over 550 people land TEDx talks of their own. \n  \n\n 
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/how-to-land-a-tedx-talk-spread-your-message-to-millions-in-as-little-as-30-days/
CATEGORIES:CAPS National
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SUMMARY:Behind the Mic Event: 8 Overlooked Speaker Necessities with David Goldberg
DESCRIPTION:8 Overlooked Speaker Necessities: Mic Selection\, Acoustic Tips\, & 6 Techniques for Natural Script Reading\n \nMany speakers overlook 8 elements that listeners care a lot about. So in this session\, we’ll break them down\, and you’ll learn how to work them into your own speaking roles! \nAbout David Goldberg \nDavid helps people build trust with strategic words\, speaking patterns\, and presence:) My one-of-a-kind techniques are used by over 10\,000 CEOs\, politicians\, entrepreneurs\, podcasters\, and job seekers—whether on stage\, on camera\, on mic\, online\, & in person. I’m also CEO of EdgeStudio.com\, an international voiceover recording & training company based in Times Square\, New York City\, that’s recorded over 13\,000 projects for brands including AT&T\, Google\, & Microsoft. \n 
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/behind-the-mic-event-8-overlooked-speaker-necessities-with-david-goldberg/
CATEGORIES:Behind the Mic,CAPS National
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251021T210000
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SUMMARY:Behind the Mic Event: How to get a viral TEDx Talk with Peggy Sullivan
DESCRIPTION:How to get a viral TEDx Talk with Peggy Sullivan \nIn this high-energy\, practical\, and inspiring session\, Peggy Sullivan—a productivity strategist\, Fortune 100 executive and international speaker—shares the behind-the-scenes story of her viral TEDx talk. \nThrough humour\, storytelling\, and proven communication strategies\, Peggy shows that there’s no “magic formula” to a viral talk—but there are patterns that make great ideas spread. \nAttendees will leave with the tools to: \n\nNavigate the TEDx application process with confidence.\nCraft a message that connects emotionally and intellectually.\nUse storytelling\, humour\, and structure to make their talk unforgettable.\nUnderstand what to do after the TEDx to leverage it for growth and credibility.\n\nBy the end of this session\, participants will be able to: \n\nIdentify the essential elements of a memorable\, idea-driven TEDx talk.\nUnderstand how to personalize a TEDx application to match event themes.\nStructure a clear\, compelling narrative using the “James Bond” framework.\nIncorporate authenticity\, simplicity\, and practice into powerful delivery.\nManage expectations and strategically leverage their TEDx talk post-event.\n\nAbout Peggy Sullivan \nI’m a speaker and productivity strategist who helps professionals escape time poverty and burnout. As the creator of the Busy Busting Framework\, I deliver research-backed strategies to reduce overload\, reclaim focus\, and achieve more by doing less—empowering individuals and teams to work smarter\, live intentionally\, and thrive sustainably. \n 
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/behind-the-mic-event-peggy-sullivan/
CATEGORIES:Behind the Mic,CAPS National
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250916T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250916T210000
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SUMMARY:Behind the Mic Event: Mic Drop Moments: The Real Impact of Being a Podcast Guest
DESCRIPTION:It’s time to get you on podcasts! \nHow do you do that?\nWhy do you do that?\nWhy podcasting?\nHow can podcasting benefit me as a speaker? \nThere’s gold in them there podcasts…and you should be on them! \nOur panel of experts will discuss: \n\nThe strategic value of podcast guesting as a marketing and relationship-building tool\nhighlighting both its benefits and the less-talked-about drawbacks\nIdeal for entrepreneurs\, thought leaders\, and marketers considering or actively pursuing podcast guest appearances\n\n  \n \nPanel Includes: \nEly Delaney\, Automated Systems Strategist/Podcast Host & Guest \nLyndsay Phillips\, Leading Podcast Authority \nGreg Wasserman\, Head of Relationships at RSS.com \n  \nPanel led by Carl Richard:\nCarl Richards has spent more than 25 years behind the microphone\, on radio and on stage\, entertaining and influencing audiences worldwide. He’s a 3x best selling author\, TEDx Speaker and emcee\, podcast host and is the founder and CEO of Podcast Solutions Made Made Simple. Carl helps subject matter experts in business\, coaching and speaking become the go-to expert and elevate their credibility by launching and guesting on world class podcasts. He lives with his spouse in Gananoque\, Ontario Canada\, where he enjoys camping and boating in the 1000 Islands.
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/behind-the-mic-event-podcast-panel-hosted-by-carl-richards/
CATEGORIES:Behind the Mic,CAPS National
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SUMMARY:Behind the Mic: Unlock the Power of Mental Resilience: A Game-Changer for Canadian Speaker Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:  \nThis is your chance to level up\, both on stage and off.\nDon’t just survive the speaking industry—thrive in it.\nBeing a professional speaker in Canada isn’t just about delivering inspiring talks—it’s about thriving in a competitive\, fast-paced world. From constant travel to tight deadlines and building a standout personal brand\, the challenges are real. But what’s the key to long-term success? Mental resilience. \nIn this dynamic panel\, discover how the ability to adapt\, persevere\, and stay emotionally grounded is reshaping the careers of speaker entrepreneurs across Canada. Hear firsthand stories from industry leaders who’ve faced adversity head-on\, balancing the demands of entrepreneurship while inspiring audiences from the stage. \nGet ready to dive into practical tools\, powerful habits\, and proven mindsets that help you not just handle pressure—but turn it into fuel for success. Learn how to transform obstacles into opportunities and walk away with actionable insights to elevate your message\, mission\, and mindset. \nJoin Us and be Inspired to Take your Career to New Heights. \n \n  \n  \nMEET THE PANEL\n\nDr. Shahana Alibhai\nTEDx speaker\, bestselling author\, and powerhouse in the field of emotional health. As a dedicated family physician and Medical Director at Foundry Abbotsford—British Columbia’s largest youth health centre—Dr. Shahana has made it her mission to empower others with the tools to navigate their emotional well-being. Her debut book\, Feel Better\, endorsed by the legendary Mel Robbins\, soared to #1 in and Parenting on Amazon. A sought-after speaker\, she has worked with top organizations like Yale University\, UBC\, Scotiabank\, and Remax\, bringing clarity to the crucial connection between emotional and mental health. Dr. Shahana’s insights have captivated audiences on major media platforms\, including CTV and Global\, and her wisdom has even made it to Hollywood—the quote\, “We do not suffer from a lack of joy\, simply a lack of recognizing it”\, was handpicked for an award-winning planner gifted to celebrities at the Oscars. She has also been featured in Medium – Authority. \nTim Borys\nTim is an executive performance coach who’s navigated his own mental health\, physical\, and business setbacks by applying the very principles he uses to help clients thrive. Through the transition from elite athlete to entrepreneur to coach\, he had to rebuild his resilience toolbox from the ground up. Today\, Tim empowers leaders and teams to conquer challenges\, while elevating and sustaining their performance. To do this\, Tim draws on science\, hard-earned insights\, and a relentless commitment to facilitating real-world transformation. \nCate Collins\nCate admits to having her underwear way too tight. So much so that some years ago she shelled out and experienced a serious burn out. She has devoted her life’s work to supporting others to avoid the same fate. Her book\, “The Powerhouse in you: How to lead with greater resilience\, courage and confidence unpacks her Resilient Four Rooms Formula; your mentally fit room\, your emotionally fit room\, your physically fit room and your spiritually fit room. Cate is a dynamic and seasoned leadership trainer\, renowned for her ability to transform organizations worldwide. She has empowered hundreds of teams by cultivating resilient leaders\, fostering engagement\, and nurturing healthier workplace cultures. With an extensive background in mental health\, and being hand-picked to train with Jack Canfield\, ‘Chicken Soup for the Soul’ and ‘The Success Principles’ author; Cate is a passionate advocate for health and wellness. She was a fitness instructor for over 35 years.
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/behind-the-mic-unlock-the-power-of-mental-resilience-a-game-changer-for-canadian-speaker-entrepreneurs/
CATEGORIES:Behind the Mic,CAPS National
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SUMMARY:Behind the Mic: Preparing Your Business for the Future: A Practical Guide to Augmenting Your Workflow
DESCRIPTION:  \nWe’ve all heard about the AI tools available out there and many of us are using them​. But! Are we using them effectively? ​​This Behind the Mic isn’t a theoretical deep dive into AI technology\, it’s how to rethink your business operations today to ensure you’re ready to leverage future tools and stay ahead. \nJoin us as Darren Hinde\, an expert in innovation and AI design\, takes us through how to: \n\nDeconstruct Your Business: Discover how to break down complex workflows into simple\, manageable processes with clear inputs and outputs.\nIdentify Your Data Flow: Understand how information moves through your business – the essential first step for any technology integration\, including AI.\nMaster the Art of Prompting: Learn how your understanding of process inputs and outputs is the key to constructing effective AI prompts that deliver the results you need for specific tasks.\nBuild a Foundation for Efficiency: Learn how structuring your processes and data now creates a clear path for future automation and augmentation.\n\nThink Augmentation\, Not Just Automation: See how preparing your systems allows you to strategically use technology (like AI) to enhance what you and your team already do\, freeing up valuable time.\n\n\nAbout Darren Hinde \nDarren is a seasoned technology leader with over 15 years of senior development expertise creating commercial products across the insurance\, financial services\, and retail sectors. Throughout his career\, he has specialized in building data-intensive analytical platforms that transform complex information into actionable business intelligence. \nMost recently\, Darren has focused on the practical application of emerging AI technologies\, particularly Agentic AI design concepts that are revolutionizing how businesses interact with their data. His approach combines technical expertise with pragmatic business insight\, helping organizations move beyond the AI hype to implement solutions that deliver measurable value. \nAs Head of Innovation at Nicer\, Darren is accelerating the adoption of AI within their Talent Analytics platform\, creating tools that help businesses make more informed decisions about their most valuable asset – their people. \n  \n \n  \n 
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/behind-the-mic-preparing-your-business-for-the-future-a-practical-guide-to-augmenting-your-workflow/
CATEGORIES:Behind the Mic,CAPS National
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SUMMARY:Behind the Mic: Getting Your Image & Message to Match on Stage
DESCRIPTION:CAPS National Virtual Programming\n \nAnne Morrissey\nGetting Your Image & Message to Match on Stage\n \n  \n \nGoing from some high-level ideas about image and personal style down to practical tips that you can immediately put to use to increase confidence and impact on stage. \nAbout Anne Morrissey \nAs an Image and Personal Style Expert\, I curate wardrobes for highly visible clients on a regular basis. Because if I didn’t\, they would remain stuck wasting valuable time and money trying to create a top-notch image when this is not their skill set. Instead\, with my guidance\, they are able to show up confidently and with class every time\, everywhere\, and for every event. \n  \n \n  \n 
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/getting-your-image-message-to-match-on-stage/
CATEGORIES:Behind the Mic,CAPS National
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250409T210000
DTSTAMP:20261003T035109
CREATED:20250328T162808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T135535Z
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SUMMARY:Pathways to Success . . . from a Woman's Point of View
DESCRIPTION:Follow-up to Convention Session: \nPathways to Success . . . from a Woman’s Point of View\n \n \n  \nWhether you attended the original session or not\, this discussion is open to all speakers and suppliers who want to be part of the conversation about the unique needs and opportunities for women in our industry. This is not about exclusion—it’s about inclusion. Everyone has valuable perspectives to share\, and we welcome all voices in this ongoing dialogue. \n \nWe Look Forward to an Engaging and Insightful Discussion!
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/pathways-to-success-from-a-womans-point-of-view/
CATEGORIES:CAPS National
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250318T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250318T210000
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UID:10000132-1742328000-1742331600@www.canadianspeakers.org
SUMMARY:Behind the Mic: Learn How to Stay Relevant in the Ever-Evolving Speaking World
DESCRIPTION:CAPS National Virtual Programming\n \nMichael Kerr\, CSP\, HoF\nHow to Remain Relentlessly\, Ridiculously Relevant in this Crazy Speaking World!\n \n  \n \nThe #1 key to repeat and referral business and the secret ingredient to sustaining a thriving career in the always changing\, confounding\, and wacky world of professional speaker is staying RELEVANT! \nHey\, fellow CAPPERS and other speakers! Fabulous to see you here! \nI’m going to share a myriad of “Mike drop moments” revealing how I’ve stayed relevant in the speaking business for more than 25 years. I’ll offer some ideas\, tips\, and suggestions (these are all the same thing\, I’m just padding my resume) that will help you demonstrate your relevance to would-be clients and buyers during sales calls\, how to build your thought leadership street cred\, how to make your content as relevant as possible\, and how to weave last minute stuff (you know\, “stuff”…especially the relevant stuff) into your presentation to make your presentations as relevant and as memorable as possible! \n(And yes! I am ending with an exclamation point to demonstrate just how darned excited I am to see you at this event!!) \n  \nAbout Michael Kerr \nMichael Kerr is an adorable Canadian Hall of Fame Speaker who speaks on workplace culture\, workplace culture leadership\, and businesses that put humour to work for less stress and more success. \nMichael is also the author of nine books\, including\, “The Jerk-Free Workplace\,” “The Humor Advantage: Why Some Businesses Are Laughing All the Way to the Bank\,” and most recently\, “Small Moments\, Big Outcomes: How Leaders Create Cultures That Fuel Extraordinary Results.” \n  \n \n  \n 
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/learn-how-to-stay-relevant-in-the-ever-evolving-speaking-world/
CATEGORIES:Behind the Mic,CAPS National
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250314T170000
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UID:10000146-1741968000-1741971600@www.canadianspeakers.org
SUMMARY:CAPS Cocktail Hour!
DESCRIPTION:It’s time for another fun-filled\, “Made in Canada” CAPS Cocktail Hour at a special time: Friday March 14th – official Professional Speakers Celebration Day! \nWe will be celebrating our weird and wonderful Canadian-speaking industry and weird and wonderful Canadian speakers like yourself! \nBecause it’s Friday it will be one hour earlier that our regular time: 5:30 PM NDT / 5:00 PM ADT / 4:00 PM EDT / 3:00 PM CDT / 2:00 PM MDT /1:00 PM PDT! \nBring your favourite moose hat\, ketchup chips\, humour with a ‘u’ and cocktails and be prepared for the usual awkward silences and weird segues. \nAnd as always you can win the undying respect of your colleagues and invaluable Cocktail Hour points when our brilliant quiz master Greg Mulroney tests your knowledge of the Canadian speaking industry\, Canadiana\, or wombats. (Best just to study up on everything!) \nCheck your email for the Zoom link to zoom in! We look forward to seeing you then! \nYour Cocktail Hour Hosts\,\nMichael Kerr\, CSP\, HoF\, and Greg Mulroney
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/caps-cocktail-hour/
CATEGORIES:CAPS National
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250218T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250218T210000
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SUMMARY:Behind the Mic: Business Growth and AI: best thing since sliced bread\, or a colossal waste of time?
DESCRIPTION:CAPS National Virtual Programming\n \nRandall Craig\, CSP\, HoF\nBusiness Growth and AI: best thing since sliced bread\, or a colossal waste of time?\n \n  \n \nAI can do everything. It’s easy! Everyone is using it! So better get on the bandwagon before it departs and leaves you behind! Unfortunately\, it’s too easy to fall prey to the hype\, and find yourself down an unproductive (and risky) rabbit hole\, disconnected from your actual business. In this practical and news-you-can-use session\, Randall will share a framework for business growth using AI\, what you might want to pass on\, and how to mitigate AI risks. \nRandall is a serial entrepreneur\, venture partner at a VC\, and former public company senior exec. He is the author of eight books (one a best-seller)\, 750+ articles\, and is the host of the Informed Decisions podcast. \nAs the leader of the Braintrust Professional Institute\, Randall runs executive retreats to build alignment\, and works directly with leaders as a coach. He has advised over 100 organizations on how to scale their businesses and solve their toughest challenges. He shares his knowledge as a keynote speaker across North America. \nRandall has taught at numerous executive education programs\, served on both public company and private corporate boards\, and frequently appears as an expert in the media. He has earned an FCMC\, CFA\, MBA\, CSP\, and a Black Belt in Karate. Randall has also been inducted into the Canadian Speaking Hall of Fame. More at www.RandallCraig.com\, www.BraintrustProfessionalInstitute.com\, and https://randallcraig.net/Learn \n  \n  \n \n  \n 
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/behind-the-mic-business-growth-and-ai-best-thing-since-sliced-bread-or-a-colossal-waste-of-time/
CATEGORIES:Behind the Mic,CAPS National
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SUMMARY:Behind the Mic: What it takes to build a Coaching Practice
DESCRIPTION:CAPS National Virtual Programming\n \nWhat it takes to build a Coaching Practice – Elaine Froese\, CSP\n \n  \n \nAre you curious about adding a coaching component to your speaking business? \nHave you considered a membership site to do group coaching? \nAre you thinking about sharing your workload with a team of coaches? \nWhether you are a trainer\, keynoter\, influencer or consultant\, you’ll find some nuggets in this interactive session\, as Elaine will be open to your private text questions throughout the presentation. Elaine plans to present her story for 18 minutes and then engage your questions and challenges. She’ll show you how she uses her speaker platform to build her coaching practice. You’ll learn why folks call her up for coaching years after they have heard her speak. She’ll unpack how a membership site is a great revenue tool. \nElaine Froese\, CSP is a farm family coach who has been a columnist for 30 years and certified coach from the Hudson Institute of Santa Barbara for over 20 years. She is author of 5 books and leads a team of 5 coaches. Her annual revenue from her coaching membership site for farm families in transition is now 6 figures. She is a high income speaker . Her podcast at www.farmfamilyharmony.com is a strong marketing tool. As a life-long learner and innovator Elaine is keen to learn and share with you ! Elaine joined CAPS in 2003. \n  \n  \n \n  \n 
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/behind-the-mic-what-it-takes-to-build-a-coaching-practice/
CATEGORIES:Behind the Mic,CAPS National
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SUMMARY:Behind the Mic: Land a TEDx talk (that is guaranteed to go viral!)
DESCRIPTION:CAPS National Virtual Programming\n \nLand a TEDx talk (that is guaranteed to go viral!)\n \n  \n \nDo you know what separates the top 1% of entrepreneurs\, coaches\, and experts in the industry… from everyone else? \nAuthority. \nAnd there is no quicker way to establish authority and credibility than to be seen speaking from stage. \n(I’ve been speaking for years\, and it has been one of the most impactful things I’ve done to grow my coaching practice). \nSo why don’t more people get on stage and start speaking? \nFrankly… most people don’t know how. \nAnd because I know just how powerful speaking can be to your career\, I went out in search of someone who is one of the best in the world at helping coaches and purpose-driven entrepreneurs take their expertise\, craft it into a compelling message\, and share it on stages. \nAnd it just so happens that this person is not only an expert at helping people turn their expertise into compelling\, viral-worthy talks… \nBut she and her team also help people land speeches on one of the most influential and widely-viewed stages in the world… TEDx. \nHer name is Sharon Zehavi\, and her company Leadr has helped over 650 clients (and counting!) land TEDx talks and spread their message to millions of people. \n(In fact\, they guarantee it). \nShe’s broken this process down into a science\, and I’ve convinced her to share her entire process with us LIVE on December 17th\, 2024 at 2pm eastern. \nIf you’ve ever wanted to turn your expertise into a ready-to-share message from stages… \nOr you’ve ever wondered what it actually takes to be invited to speak at a TEDx stage… \nThis webinar is for you. \n  \n \n  \n 
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/behind-the-mic-land-a-tedx-talk-that-is-guaranteed-to-go-viral/
CATEGORIES:Behind the Mic,CAPS National
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SUMMARY:Behind the Mic: Book More Business in Less Time by Leveraging a Virtual Assistant
DESCRIPTION:CAPS National Virtual Programming\nBook More Business in Less Time by Leveraging a Virtual Assistant\n \n  \nAre you eager to book more business and achieve your goals without having to do all the work yourself? \nPart of Diane’s success has been leveraging her time in amazing ways. As a speaker and coach (among other things)\, she lives what she speaks about “being highly successful while also having satisfaction.” She does this by clarifying what needs to be done\, creating proven systems and delegating them so she can do more of what she’s passionate about. \nIn this Behind the Mic\, Diane will shed some light on how to book more business and reach your goals by delegating. But instead of hiring expensive employees to work in a rented office\, she’ll share how the future of business growth is leveraging the skills of online Virtual Assistants (VAs). \nPlus\, you’ll hear from a panel of CAPS members who have successfully leveraged their VAs. \nJoin us for road-ready and tested tools that will help you maximize your workflow\, saving you time\, energy and money to focus on what you love! \nBenefits you’ll receive in this session: \n\nYou’ll know the three biggest obstacles facing speakers today that keep them overwhelmed and stop them from having the business they want.\nYou’ll discover the five ways you can benefit from having a VA so you can efficiently work with them (some may surprise you).\nYou’ll have the Five-Step Model of Task Delegation so you can increase your Productivity and not micro-manage your VA.\nYou’ll develop a list of ideas of what you can delegate so you can lighten your workload and reduce stress.\nYou’ll have the Six “P” Process of Delegating\, so you are consistently clear\, focused and maximizing your VAs time.\n\nBonus: For attending Diane will share her ebook\, “The 5 Critical Problems to Avoid When Delegating” \nAbout Diane Rolston \nDiane Rolston is a Certified Professional Coach (PCC)\, an International Speaker\, an 11-time Author\, host of the 5-Time Award Winning podcast Dynamic Women and is married with two young children. So it’s no surprise she coaches high-achieving women and business owners who are pursuing success to also have satisfaction. She’s passionate about work/life balance\, women’s empowerment\, & simplifying business for more success. \nHer program is “VA Made Easy”\, is designed to move you from task overwhelm to ease by passing off your work to your very own Virtual Assistant she hires for you from the Philippines. You will learn what to delegate and how to easily train them to do it. Plus\, you get so many of her Systems\, Processes\, Trainings\, Strategy & Support. \n“Chicken Soup for the Soul” Series Co-Creator\, Jack Canfield said\, “Diane is an amazing woman who does incredible work helping women develop holistic lives of balance.” \nCheck out what Diane is up to here: linktr.ee/dianerolston \n  \n  \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\nREGISTRATION\nCAPS Members\nCost to attend:  FREE!\nCAPS Unity is an exclusive member benefit! \nNon-Members and Guests\nCost to attend:  $87 plus tax per individual and per Unity event \nNote: Registered attendees will have access to the event recording in the CAPS Unity Portal
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/behind-the-mic-november-diane-rolston/
CATEGORIES:Behind the Mic,CAPS National
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SUMMARY:Behind the Mic: A Legacy of Learning
DESCRIPTION:CAPS National Virtual Programming \nA Legacy of Learning\n \nThis is an opportunity to dive into a wealth of knowledge\, guided by Tyler Hayden\, CSP\, as we explore valuable insights to elevate your speaking career! \nWe’ve added even more incredible speakers to our powerhouse panel of CAPS members\, each ready to share golden nuggets of wisdom: \nLorne Kelton – Behind the Mic\nRoxanne Derhodge – Podcast\nNathalie Plamondon-Thomas\, CSP – CAPS Academy\nTwist – Communities\nMichelle Cederberg\, CSP\, HoF – CAPS Website & Digital Strategy\nCodi Shewan – Convention\nKimberly Lyall – Local Chapter Events\nRon Tsang – GSF & Learning Opportunities\nMark Black\, CSP – Facebook Communities \nThis event promises to be packed with actionable insights to help you sharpen your strategy\, make the most of CAPS resources\, and connect with industry experts—all while having fun with Tyler as our host! \n  \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\nREGISTRATION\nCAPS Members\nCost to attend:  FREE!\nCAPS Unity is an exclusive member benefit! \nNon-Members and Guests\nCost to attend:  $87 plus tax per individual and per Unity event \nNote: Registered attendees will have access to the event recording in the CAPS Unity Portal
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/behind-the-mic-a-legacy-of-learning/
CATEGORIES:Behind the Mic,CAPS National
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CREATED:20240828T144436Z
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SUMMARY:Behind The Mic: Engaging Virtual Meetings
DESCRIPTION:CAPS National Virtual Programming \nEngaging Virtual Meetings – The sure-fire latest way to beat Zoom fatigue!\nPresented by: John Chen\, CSP \n \nAre you working from home? \nAre you suffering from Zoom fatigue? \nDo you want to lead the most engaging virtual meetings? \nThen you want Engaging Virtual Meetings\, the promising and surprising truth to thriving on Zoom. \nEngaging in Virtual Meetings shows you the key secrets to having your attendees say\, “I have more energy (rather than less) after 60 minutes of meeting with you!”.  When you learn Engaging Virtual Meetings\, you will learn: \n\nThe 6-step ENGAGE method to Solve your virtual meeting challenges\nFix attendees talking over each other\nHow to look good virtually\nHow to engage everyone\, even if someone else is talking\nHow to use virtual tools to get work done\nPowerfully close your meeting and take steps to make your next meeting even more engaging\n\nJohn started Geoteaming 25 years ago and is a recognized thought leader in engaging virtual meetings.  He is the John Wiley and Sons author of “Engaging Virtual Meetings” and “50 Digital Team Building Games”\, a top-selling business book.  John’s clients learn from his over 35 years of virtual meeting experience.  His work has earned him multiple awards.  More than 250\,000 clients across the United States and in countries including Spain\, France and Taiwan have experienced breakthrough results. John is the extreme leader of Geoteaming – he climbs mountains\, walks on fire\, swims with dolphins in the wild\, rides Harleys\, and organizes Super Bowl Suites while meeting with people from around the world from his computer.  When you meet John\, you will encounter a dynamic\, energetic and effective facilitator who makes friends with everyone. He will help you and your team become the top 1% of what you do. \nWhen you complete Engaging Virtual Meeting\, you will notice that you can meet virtually for 4 hours or more\, your team is getting things done\, your boss notices your leadership\, and you look forward to your next meeting. \nJohn Chen\, CSP \nMeet the author of Engaging Virtual Meetings – he’s been virtually meeting for over 38 years. He can juggle 24 screens of information at a time. He has planned the only 100% LIVE virtual conference in the training industry for 1\,200 people. He’s produced an eight-language virtual webinar. He is a recognized thought leader who engages in virtual meetings. He is the Wiley and Sons author of “Engaging Virtual Meetings” and “50 Digital Team Building Games”\, top-selling business books. His work has earned him multiple awards\, and his more than 400\,000 clients across the United States and in countries including Spain\, France\, and Taiwan have experienced breakthrough results. When you meet him\, you will encounter a dynamic\, energetic and effective facilitator who makes friends with everyone. He will help you and your team become the top 1% at what you do. He’s the 28-year CEO of Engaging Virtual Meetings. Please meet John Chen. \n\nREGISTRATION\nCAPS Members\nCost to attend:  FREE!\nCAPS Unity is an exclusive member benefit! \nNon-Members and Guests\nCost to attend:  $87 plus tax per individual and per Unity event \nNote: Registered attendees will have access to the event recording in the CAPS Unity Portal
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/behind-the-mic-engaging-virtual-meetings/
CATEGORIES:Behind the Mic,CAPS National
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240618T200000
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CREATED:20240612T154600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T190302Z
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SUMMARY:Behind The Mic: Training Techniques
DESCRIPTION:CAPS National Virtual Programming \nTraining Techniques \n \nInterview with Jim Clemmer on Training Techniques Hosted by Tyler Hayden \n\nJim Clemmer \nFor over four decades\, Jim Clemmer’s keynote presentations\, workshops\, management team retreats\, seven bestselling books translated into many languages\, articles\, blogs\, and newsletters have helped hundreds of thousands of people worldwide. \nJim has delivered thousands of customized keynote presentations\, workshops\, and retreats\, as well as consulted to and coached executives and executive teams in hundreds of major companies\, the public sector\, universities\, family businesses\, and healthcare organizations. \nThe CLEMMER Group is Zenger Folkman’s Canadian Strategic Partner. Jim was co-founder of The Achieve Group (which became Canada’s largest leadership training firm) when they worked with Jack’s previous company\, Zenger Miller. Zenger Folkman is an award-winning firm best known for its unique evidence-driven\, strengths-based system for developing extraordinary leaders and demonstrating the performance impact they have on organizations. \n\nREGISTRATION\nCAPS Members\nCost to attend:  FREE!\nCAPS Unity is an exclusive member benefit! \nNon-Members and Guests\nCost to attend:  $87 plus tax per individual and per Unity event \nNote: Registered attendees will have access to the event recording in the CAPS Unity Portal
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/behind-the-mic-training-techniques/
CATEGORIES:Behind the Mic,CAPS National
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240521T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240521T210000
DTSTAMP:20261003T035110
CREATED:20240507T160555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T190331Z
UID:10000041-1716321600-1716325200@www.canadianspeakers.org
SUMMARY:Behind The Mic: Your How to Elevate your Speaking Fee by Securing High Level Media
DESCRIPTION:CAPS National Virtual Programming \nHow to Elevate your Speaking Fee by Securing High Level Media \n \nPIPICK THE BRAIN OF A PR & MARKETING EXPERT:\nGuinness Record Holder for Memory & PR Expert\, Dave Farrow Shares How Speakers Can Position Themselves for Success. \nIn this session\, you will: \n\nLearn mnemonic marketing secrets to transform your speaking business and make your brand unforgettable\nExplore different ways to align your story with the hottest media topics in radio\, TV\, and print through “Story Hacking”\nLearn about the latest social media marketing tools to triple lead generation\nBrainstorm creative ways you can approach the media to earn media exposure for your business and brand\nDiscuss how to get your story featured in the top print publications\nExamine the best way to “sell” yourself in an interview\nLearn the critical pieces every speaker\, and entrepreneur has to have in their media kit\n\n\nDave Farrow \nDave Farrow is best known for his brain power. Listed twice in the Guinness Book of Records for Greatest Memory\, he is first and foremost an entrepreneur who mastered PR to promote his own business. Most PR professionals have a background working in television BUT have no sales or entrepreneurial experience. As for Dave\, he took his skill in memory and developed several educational products and used PR as his primary sales tool. His results are impressive. \nDave has personally been on over 2000 media interviews\, including multiple appearances on Dr. Oz\, Steve Harvey\, the Today Show\, Fox and Friends\, CBS Early Show\, Live! With Regis and Kelly\, BBC\, NBC\, CBS\, ABC\, The CW\, QVC\, Discovery Channel\, Science Channel\, and was the star of a CBC documentary. Recently\, Farrow won the $50\,000 prize on the new hit show SuperHuman on Fox. \n\nREGISTRATION\nCAPS Members\nCost to attend:  FREE!\nCAPS Unity is an exclusive member benefit! \nNon-Members and Guests\nCost to attend:  $87 plus tax per individual and per Unity event \nNote: Registered attendees will have access to the event recording in the CAPS Unity Portal
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/behind-the-mic-your-how-to-elevate-your-speaking-fee-by-securing-high-level-media/
CATEGORIES:Behind the Mic,CAPS National
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240319T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240319T210000
DTSTAMP:20261003T035110
CREATED:20240307T160328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T183536Z
UID:10000013-1710878400-1710882000@www.canadianspeakers.org
SUMMARY:Behind The Mic: Spice Up Your Speaking Business!
DESCRIPTION:CAPS National Virtual Programming \nSpice Up Your Speaking Business!\nHow to Consistently Get Paid To Share\nYour Dream\, Passion\, Purpose or Expertise \n\n \n\n\nFrank Kitchen\, CSP\n\nConsistent Sales are necessary for every Professional Speaking Business. Sales are a combination of developing and cultivating relationships. You must transform Prospective Customers into Satisfied Customers who want to invest in your products and services. Frank Kitchen will teach you the flavorful ingredients needed to fill your calendar with paid speaking opportunities. In this hands-on program\, Frank will demonstrate the techniques he used to go from an unemployed\, bland speaker to being distinguished by the National Speakers Association as one of the top Professional Speakers in the world. \n\n\n\nWhat you will learn: \n\nHow to Craft the Mindset of a Professional Speaker\nHow to Position Yourself as an Industry Expert\nThe 7 Actions Needed to Stimulate Customer Trust\, Sales and Loyalty\nHow to transform your Network into your Personal Sales Team\n\nAbout Frank Kitchen\, CSP: \n\n\nFrank Kitchen. CSP is “The Mindset Master Chef.” He works with professional associations that want to fire up the careers and profits of their members. Frank’s interactive “Kitchen Inspired” learning experiences provide audiences with the recipes\, ingredients\, tools and techniques needed to flip their mindset and cook up the professional dreams they hunger for. \nFrank’s passion is working with entry-level and mid-level professionals\, students\, volunteers\, and entrepreneurs who want to transform their career aspirations into reality. He was recently recognized by the National Speakers Association as one of the top Professional Speakers on the planet. \nWhen he isn’t speaking\, Frank serves as the Board Chair for the Non-Profit Organization Hustle PHX / Hustle USA. Their team of staff and volunteers provide aspiring entrepreneurs in underserved urban communities with the resources and “community” needed to start and operate a thriving business. \n\n\n\nREGISTRATION\nCAPS Members\nCost to attend:  FREE!\nCAPS Unity is an exclusive member benefit! \nNon-Members and Guests\nCost to attend:  $87 plus tax per individual and per Unity event \nNote: Registered attendees will have access to the event recording in the CAPS Unity Portal
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/behind-the-mic-spice-up-your-speaking-business/
CATEGORIES:Behind the Mic,CAPS National
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