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SUMMARY:Doors Wide Open: Get Ready for the Opportunities that Inclusion Creates
DESCRIPTION:You’ve crafted a brilliant talk — but who’s been unintentionally left in the lobby? \nAnd as you swing those doors open to welcome a broader audience\, \nis your self-care plan ready to keep up? \n\nThis interactive daytime session explores ability\, stability\, and the opportunities that can follow. You’ll learn how to expand your ideal audience by designing more inclusive presentations — and build a personalized plan to sustain your energy\, focus\, and performance as demand grows. \nFeaturing two superstars of the CAPS National board\, Denis Boudreau & Robin O’Grady have generously expanded their CAPS Toronto visit to offer a pair of afternoon sessions that wonderfully complement the evening’s planned programming: \nSession #1:  \nYour Average Audience Member Does Not Exist\n with Denis Boudreau (CAPS President Elect) \nMost speakers design their talks for an imagined “average” audience member. The problem is that this person rarely exists. In this interactive 60 minute workshop\, Denis Boudreau invites CAPS members and their guests to rethink who they design their talks for. Drawing from his 2023 book The Inclusive Speaker\, participants will examine how presentations can unintentionally exclude audience members with disabilities and explore practical ways to broaden the reach and impact of their message. \nSession #2:  \nYour Personal Performance Plan: Stress\, Energy & Results\n with Robin O’Grady (CAPS Chapter Liaison) \nSpeaking is a performance sport. Travel\, early mornings\, adrenaline\, long days\, and the pressure to “show up” can quietly drain your energy and focus. In this fast\, practical workshop\, you’ll build a simple plan using Robin’s Mind • Body • Soul framework\, so you know exactly what to do on travel days\, during heavy booking seasons\, and before/after high-stakes stages. \n  \nYour Chapter Leadership Team (CLT) have been working hard behind the scenes to continue developing this bold new era for CAPS Toronto — offering a packed schedule of events with just the right blend of personal connection and professional value. We hope to see you at this special afternoon session!  \nPlease register in advance to secure your spot: \nTICKETS  \n$  49.00   CAPS Members \n$189.00   Non-Members* \n* includes free admission to evening event  \nAGENDA  \n2:00PM  Registration & Networking \n2:30PM Session #1 \n4:00PM Session #2 \n5:00PM End of Workshop \nFACILITATORS \nDenis Boudreau is the principal and founder of Inklusiv Communication\, a consulting and training firm focused on inclusive communication\, accessibility\, and leadership. With more than 25 years of experience helping organizations communicate more effectively\, Denis works with leaders and entrepreneurs who want to strengthen their visibility\, connect with broader audiences\, and grow their impact through clear strategy and practical tools.  \nRobin O’Grady is on the CAPS National Board in the portfolio of Chapter Liaison\, sharing that portfolio with Barb Stuhlemmer. She has been with CAPS for 9 years and is also very active on the Board in CAPS Alberta. She is an international speaker\, fitness industry leader\, and corporate culture specialist\, dedicated to empowering individuals and organizations to achieve attainable goals in wellbeing. She delivers simple strategies and actionable tools that make wellbeing achievable for everyone. \nACCESSIBILITY\nThis venue is wheelchair accessible; our room is located at street level. \nHOW TO GET HERE\nGoogle Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/41JmdMCQ3fsLq1Ej9 \nVenue Maps: Download custom PDFs of the Old Mill grounds & how to find our room \n\nPARKING\n$2.00/hour parking in a third-party lot across the street @ 20 Old Mill Road ($12 daily max). \nSTAYING FOR THE EVENING EVENT?\nEnjoy dinner or cocktails at Canto Restaurant & Bar in the Old Mill Hotel @ 9 Old Mill Road \nQUESTIONS? \nContact the CAPS TO Programming Team at events@capstoronto.com  \nYour CAPS Toronto 2026 Leadership Team: \nRenee Paser-Paull – President \nAndrew Leith – Co-President \nBarb Stuhlemmer – Past-President \nSue Wedsworth\, Treasurer\, Programming & Events \nCharmaine Moules – Programming & Events \nKristin Light – Marketing \nJason Maraschiello – Marketing & Virtual Events \nRose Adams – Membership  \nTrevor Perry – Membership
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/doors-wide-open-get-ready-for-the-opportunities-that-inclusion-creates/
CATEGORIES:Toronto Chapter
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SUMMARY:Cruising to Success: Driving a Speaker Career with True Staying Power
DESCRIPTION:Cruising to Success: Driving a Speaking Career with True Staying Power\n🎵 This night is automatic\,  \n       it’s systematic\,   \n              it’s hiiiiiigh-performing…     \n                     Why\, it’s Denis & Robin! ⚡\n \nWhat does it really take to go full throttle without spinning out?\n \nIn this dynamic double-feature\, two leaders from CAPS National take us under the hood to reveal the dual forces behind long-term speaking success: the systems that drive your business forward\, and the energy that sustains you along the way. \nFirst\, an inclusive leadership expert Denis Boudreau tunes up our business engines— leveraging an AI lens to ‘soup up’ our marketing strategy. Then\, fitness and culture specialist Robin O’Grady focuses on fuelling the driver— shifting our energy\, focus\, and wellbeing into sustainable gear to enjoy peak performance for the long haul. \nFrom the systems that drive your business forward to the habits that sustain your momentum\, this dual session will get your speaking career\nfiring on all cylinders! \nThe Engine (The Business Side)\n \nMarketing with an AI Lens: \nHow to Leverage AI to Improve on Aspects of Marketing Your Business \nwith Denis Boudreau (CAPS President Elect) \nGenerative AI is reshaping how professional speakers create content\, refine their brand\, and stay visible in the marketplace. \nDenis Boudreau explores how tools like ChatGPT\, Gemini\, Copilot\, and Claude can help speakers scale their ideas without losing authenticity. He will walk through practical strategies for positioning\, content development\, and marketing\, then demonstrate a powerful approach for generating social media content that keeps your speaking business active and visible. \nThis business-side session explores: \n\nThe AI opportunity – how generative AI can accelerate content creation\, clarify positioning\, and support the growth of a speaking business.\nUsing AI responsibly while protecting your voice and credibility – simple principles for maintaining authenticity\, intellectual integrity\, and trust when working with AI.\nTurning your expertise into consistent marketing content – a practical demonstration of how AI can help generate engaging social media content that keeps your ideas visible in the market.\n\n  \nThe Driver (The Human-Side) \nReal Talk: \nStress\, Energy & Results (For Speakers\, From a Speaker) \nwith Robin O’Grady (CAPS Chapter Liaison) \nA practical\, no-fluff session on stress and energy management for speakers who want better results without burning out.\nRobin O’Grady shares real-world tools to protect your focus\, build resilience\, and create simple daily habits that keep you performing at your best—on stage and off. \nThis human-side session shows you how to: \n\nEnergize & Focus – practical strategies to help you maintain peak energy\, sharp focus\, and resilience\, even when things get chaotic.\nBalance Your Buckets – identify which of your Mind\, Body\, or Soul “buckets” need attention and use straightforward tools to keep them balanced and prevent burnout.\nLead & Inspire – model self-leadership and create a high-performance personal culture where you consistently show up\, step up\, and stay energized.\n\nAnd of course\, we’re back with our 2026 CAPS Toronto Signature Segments: \n  \nTake the Stage in our Speaker Spotlights \nIt’s your turn to shine! We’re thrilled to open each event with 5-minute members-only speaking opportunities. Speak slide-free on any topic you wish; the floor is yours! Those in attendance will once again be invited to submit anonymous feedback to further their growth and development in the craft. And just like last month\, CAPS Supplier members Akshat & Zain (of Speakers Media) will be on hand to capture your brilliance digitally. \nWant in? Drop your name in the Spotlight Hat to enter the night’s selection pool. If we draw your name\, your five minutes begin….\nNow! \nSnap\, Kudo\, Win! Nice Greetings \nIf it’s worth doing\, it’s worth celebrating! Come ready to share a recent win\, applaud your fellow pros\, and soak up a little collective momentum. \nUpon arrival\, as you make the mingle rounds\, ask your fellow attendees\,\n“What’s your win?” so we can offer celebratory snaps for even the humblest of speakers. \n  \nCan’t Attend in Person? Join us Virtually!\n \nBecause speakers are often on the road (and our Chapter reaches far beyond our Toronto moniker) we’re thrilled to offer virtual attendance for our in-person events. Simply select the “Virtual” ticket option at registration to receive your exclusive access link and join us live from wherever business takes you. \n\nCome for the Connections • Stay for the Community\nWe look forward to welcoming you to our CAPS TO crew!\n \n  \n\n  \nAGENDA \n\n6:00PM Registration & Networking\n6:30PM Programming Begins\n9:00PM Event Ends(join us for a Group Photo with Denis & Robin!)\n\n  \nFEATURED SPEAKERS \nDenis Boudreau is the principal and founder of Inklusiv Communication\, a consulting and training firm focused on inclusive communication\, accessibility\, and leadership. With more than 25 years of experience helping organizations communicate more effectively\, Denis works with leaders and entrepreneurs who want to strengthen their visibility\, connect with broader audiences\, and grow their impact through clear strategy and practical tools. \nRobin O’Grady is on the CAPS National Board in the portfolio of Chapter Liaison\, sharing that portfolio with Barb Stuhlemmer. She has been with CAPS for 9 years and is also very active on the Board in CAPS Alberta. She is an international speaker\, fitness industry leader\, and corporate culture specialist\, dedicated to empowering individuals and organizations to achieve attainable goals in wellbeing. She delivers simple strategies and actionable tools that make wellbeing achievable for everyone. \nACCESSIBILITY \nThis venue is wheelchair accessible; our room is located at street level. \nHOW TO GET HERE \nGoogle Maps:\nhttps://maps.app.goo.gl/41JmdMCQ3fsLq1Ej9 \nVenue Maps:\nDownload custom PDFs of the Old Mill grounds & how to find our room \nPARKING \n$2.00/hour parking in a third-party lot across the street @ 20 Old Mill Road ($12 daily max). \nARRIVING EARLY? \nEnjoy dinner or cocktails at Canto Restaurant & Bar in the Old Mill Hotel @ 9 Old Mill Road \nQuestions? \nContact the CAPS TO Programming Team at events@capstoronto.com \n  \n  \n\nYour CAPS Toronto 2026 Leadership Team: \n\nRenee Paser-Paull – President\nAndrew Leith – Co-President\nBarb Stuhlemmer – Past-President\nSue Wedsworth – Treasurer\, Programming & Events\nCharmaine Moules – Programming & Events\nKristin Light – Marketing\nJason Maraschiello – Marketing & Events\nRose Adams – Membership\nTrevor Perry – Membership
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/a-power-duo-double-feature/
CATEGORIES:Toronto Chapter
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