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SUMMARY:Business ‘Smash & Build’
DESCRIPTION:SPECIAL AFTERNOON SESSION\nAn unconventional experience for speakers ready to rummage. \n \nYou’re already a brilliant speaker.\nA trusted expert. A compelling storyteller. A master of your craft. You know you’re built for larger stages and greater impact\, but something keeps you locked in place. \nThe biggest obstacle to growing your speaking business isn’t a lack of talent. It’s the invisible roadblocks that stall your momentum\, muddy your messaging\, drain your creativity\, and leave you stuck in a rut of old patterns. \nOn June 8\, let’s smash through those walls together! \nIn this highly tactile workshop\, certified LEGO® Serious Play® facilitators Andrew Leith\, Kristin Light\, Renee Paser-Paull\, and Sue Wedsworth will each lead two focused small group experiences designed to uncover the hidden structures shaping your career — then quite literally smash what’s holding you back to build something stronger in its place! \nHOW IT WORKS \nEach facilitator will operate a separate table focussed on their area of specialty. You’ll select two of the four topics available\, rotating tables halfway through to tailor your workshop engagement to the specific business challenges you’d like to explore. No LEGO® experience required: just curiosity\, openness\, and a willingness to build something new. \nWHY IT WORKS \nLEGO® Serious Play® operates on a simple but powerful truth: sometimes\, our hands know more than our minds let on. By building our thoughts\, we can sidestep bias\, self-consciousness\, and the many defensive filters that shadow words alone. It’s thinking made visible: a creative way to turn insight into something we can actually see\, share\, and build on together. \nYou can explore … \n\nIdentifying hidden strengths\, opportunities\, and “speaker superpowers”\nBreaking through mindset blocks that impact visibility\, sales\, or momentum.\nStrengthening client and audience connection\nAddressing challenging communication gaps\nSmashing assumptions (incoming and outgoing)\nFeeling stuck or uncertain about your next level of growth\nBuilding confidence and overcoming self-limiting beliefs\nReigniting creativity and fresh thinking\n\n\n… building a strategy to tackle your biggest hurdles to success. \nWhen the hands are busy\, the truth can speak. \nLet’s get loud and build better\, together! \n______________ \nREGISTRATION\nPlease register in advance to secure your spot: registration is strictly limited to ensure a personalized experience. Due to the hands-on nature of this workshop\, it is offered in-person only. (no virtual). All necessary LEGO® materials will be provided for you. \nTICKETS  \n$  49.00   CAPS Members \n$189.00   Non-Members* \n* includes free admission to evening event  \nTABLE CHOICES\n After registering\, you’ll be emailed a form to reserve your specific facilitator and table choices. \nAGENDA  \n2:00PM  Registration & Networking \n2:30PM Session #1 \n4:00PM Session #2 \n5:00PM End of Workshop \nFACILITATORS \nAndrew Leith  •  Kristin Light •  Renee Paser-Paull  •  Sue Wedsworth \nCertified LEGO® Serious Play® Facilitators & Members of CAPS Toronto Chapter Leadership Team \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
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/business-smash-build/
CATEGORIES:Toronto Chapter
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SUMMARY:Save the Date - Virtual Event
DESCRIPTION:CAPS Toronto hosts a virtual event on September 9. Speakers to be announced. More details and registration coming soon.
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/save-the-date-virtual-event/
CATEGORIES:Toronto Chapter
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SUMMARY:How to Get Virtually Certified & Maximize Your eSpeakers Profile
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin CAPS Toronto VIRTUALLY from 6:30pm – 8:30pm EST to hear from Speaker Success Manager: Amber Shelby\n\n\nHow to Get Virtually Certified and Maximize Your eSpeakers Profile \nIt’s one thing to be a great speaker; it’s another to prove it to the people hiring. Are you making the most of your eSpeakers profile? There are new benefits to consider using. \nIn today’s competitive speaking landscape\, credibility is currency. Join Amber Shelby\, Speaker Success Manager at eSpeakers\, for an insider’s guide to boosting your visibility and turning virtual and technological presence into a powerful differentiator. \nIn this CAPS Toronto Virtual event\, you’ll discover: \n* How to optimize your eSpeakers profile (included with your CAPS membership!) to rise in search rankings and position yourself as a top pick;* Let’s find out the newest benefits of using your profile to its max potential.* Why the Certified Virtual Presenter badge works as a trust signal that can expand your reach and reassure potential clients you’re the real deal;* Common mistakes that cost speakers opportunities\, and quick wins you can implement immediately to stand out online. \nUpping your game is a great way to let planners know you’ve got the equipment\, environment\, and skill to deliver a great presentation\, no matter where you’re located. \nWhether you’re new to eSpeakers or have a profile that’s not delivering the goods\, this is your chance to get strategic and sharpen your edge; and prove that you’re the one planners have been looking for! \n  \nAbout Amber Shelby: \nAs a Speaker Success Manager\, Amber Shelby helps speakers amplify their impact and reach their full potential\, ensuring they are fully equipped to automate their businesses\, stand out in a competitive marketplace and be discovered by event organizers. With over 18 years of experience in the speaking industry\, Amber’s dedication to speaker success has driven ESpeakers client satisfaction to new heights. \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/how-to-get-virtually-certified-maximize-your-espeakers-profile/
CATEGORIES:Toronto Chapter
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SUMMARY:Members Only Event: The "Groundhog Day" Holiday Social!
DESCRIPTION:Connect with other CAPS Members and their plus ones in a lovely and informal setting.\n\n\nRescheduled Holiday Social – Members & Plus Ones Welcome \nPlease register and join us on Monday\, February 2 at 6:00 PM ET for a festive evening filled with great company\, good food\, and plenty of cheer (especially if the groundhog doesn’t see his shadow)! \nThis special members-only event\, with plus ones welcome\, will be hosted at the home of long time CAPS Toronto member Randy Park. The address will be sent upon registration! \nExpect a warm\, joyful atmosphere with drinks\, food\, and the opportunity to connect in a lovely and informal setting. Whether you’re rocking a cozy sweater or something sparkly and chic\, come ready to engage and enjoy in true CAPS style!
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/members-only-event-the-groundhog-day-holiday-social/
LOCATION:TBD\, NA\, Etobicoke\, ON M8X 1T5\, Etobicoke\, M8X 1T5\, CA
CATEGORIES:Toronto Chapter
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SUMMARY:Sales & Marketing for Speakers with Ed Robinson\, CSP!
DESCRIPTION:If you’re a speaker\, author\, expert\, or consultant who’s ready to attract more customers and more revenue\, mark your calendar now for a powerful NSA presentation you won’t want to miss. \nInternational speaker and recognized “Rainmaker” Ed Robinson will share his powerful\, proven “Make it Rain” formula with us. You’ll learn how to skillfully rethink and retool your marketing and sales efforts in ways that will help you reach and close more deals\, more often and with more profit. \nContent Focus: \n\nQualities of a Rainmaker\nRainmaking Formulas\nClient Development Process\nBuilding Rainmaker Confidence\nMarketing and Selling Strategies\n\nAdditional Takeaways: \n\nEstablish goals and action plans\nBusiness Models in the Speaking Industry\nDesign & discover your marketing mix for continuous business flow\nPractice selling processes for stronger relationships & increased closing percentages\nDevelop sound marketing strategies\n\nLearning Outcomes: \n\n10 behaviors that separate high performing Speaking professionals from others\n5 things every speaker needs to do to maximize productivity\nRoadmap to achieving quarterly quotas\nModel for attaining repeatable success quarter after quarter and year after year\nDesign (or refine) your personal marketing plan\nOutlining specific goals and the actionable steps to achieve them\nMeasuring your business success and effectiveness\nUnderstanding the “Magic Marketing Mix” that drives attraction to your brand\nSteps for selling both simple and complex projects\nIncreasing your closing percentage\nClosing larger clients and winning major contracts\n\nAbout Ed Robsinson\, CSP: \nEd Robinson\, CSP\, has been a business growth advisor for more than 30 years. As a former CPA\, Ed has consulted\, coached and spoken to thousands of audiences and hundreds of businesses in more than 30 countries and multiple industries. Ed is currently on the National Board of Directors for the NSA and an active participant in his Houston Chapter. \nEd has helped facilitate the growth of many organizations in the areas of leadership and business development with focused projects to improve performance and productivity. Ed Robinson is a professed “recovering CPA” and CEO of Robinson Performance Group. The company provides business growth strategies and leadership skills to organizations worldwide\, “transforming professionals to Rainmakers.” \nEd shares practical strategies and techniques to enhance sales and revenue for professional service organizations
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/sales-marketing-for-speakers-with-ed-robinson-csp/
LOCATION:Best Western Plus Toronto Airport Hotel\, 5825 Dixie Road\, Mississauga\, ON L4W 4V7\, Mississauga\, L4W 4V7\, CA
CATEGORIES:Toronto Chapter
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SUMMARY:Leverage AI to Grow Your Business with Peri Shawn
DESCRIPTION:Level up your biz with AI—boost marketing\, sales & IP without losing the human touch. No tech skills needed!\n\n\nHave you been leveraging AI to transform your business\, grow your revenues and expand your impact\, without removing the human touch from your relationships or your work? \nIf you saw Peri’s presentation at the CAPS 2024 Convention in Costa Rica\, you’ll find this session will help you take your AI journey to the next level. And if you missed Peri’s presentation\, you’ll get a brief overview of the salient points. \nJoin Peri on explore what you can do with AI. Come ready to share what you are currently doing\, and you’ll discover how to take it to the next level. \nYou’ll discover: \n\nHelpful AI tools to improve your marketing\, increase your close ratio and assist in your presentations\nNew AI facts to make you the life of your next dinner party\nHow to expand your AI mindset to empower you and grow your speaking business\nHow to take your intellectual property to the next level with AI\n\nIf you are a non-techie\, no worries\, Peri is too – so\, anything she’s done\, you can too. And if you are a techie\, you’ll find Peri’s simple approach to AI easy to execute. \nEverything You Need to Know: \n\nHappening June 9th\, 2025 from 6pm – 9pm\n@ Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Services ( 700 Gordon St.\, Whitby (Oshawa) L1N 0H5 )\nCoffee\, Tea and Finger Food will be provided
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/leverage-ai-to-grow-your-business-with-peri-shawn/
LOCATION:Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences\, 700 Gordon Street\, Whitby\, ON L1N 0H7\, Whitby\, L1N 0H7\, CA
CATEGORIES:Toronto Chapter
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SUMMARY:It Starts with Strategy presented by Rob Rudy!
DESCRIPTION:It Starts with Strategy is a high-energy\, interactive workshop designed for entrepreneurs who speak\, train\, consult\, or coach!\n\n\nIt Starts with Strategy: \n“In a world of constant change\, strategy isn’t about standing still—it’s about knowing where to move next.” \nIt Starts with Strategy is a high-energy\, interactive (and yes\, fun) workshop designed for entrepreneurs who speak\, train\, consult\, or coach as part of how they deliver value. This isn’t about stagecraft—it’s about building a business that’s focused\, intentional\, and built to last. \nThrough practical tools\, real-time reflection\, and story-driven insights\, you’ll get clear on where to focus\, what sets you apart\, and how to align your work with the impact you’re here to make. You’ll leave with sharper positioning\, renewed momentum\, and a workbook full of actionable tools to take your next strategic steps—right away. \nBecause speaking is a business. \n\n\n\nRob Rudy – Built\, Led\, Scaled—Now Helping You Do the Same. \nFor over 30 years\, Rob Rudy has helped businesses grow\, adapt\, and lead through change. He’s served as COO and President in different industries—textiles\, lighting\, and medical devices—always focused on building strong teams\, finding clarity in complexity\, and helping organizations move forward. \nHe’s worked with businesses at all stages—some scaling fast\, others regrouping—and has led global teams through everything from supply chain challenges to leadership transitions. These days\, Rob works as a speaker\, advisor\, and fractional exec\, helping leaders think more clearly and lead with intention. \nHe serves as President of the Quebec chapter of CAPS and was named TEC Canada’s “Impact Speaker of the Year.” But more than anything\, Rob’s known for keeping things practical\, grounded\, and focused on what helps people grow. \nBased in Montreal with his wife Kathy\, he enjoys travel\, cooking\, and cheering on their two daughters—one in psychology\, the other bridging accounting and law.His go-to mindset?“Be proactive with what you can control\, and highly adaptive to what you can’t.”
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/it-starts-with-strategy-presented-by-rob-rudy/
LOCATION:Oakville Conference & Banquet Centre\, 2515 Wyecroft Road\, Oakville\, ON L6L 6P8\, Oakville\, L6L 6P8\, CA
CATEGORIES:Toronto Chapter
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SUMMARY:A Virtual Event with John Chen\, CSP
DESCRIPTION:6 Ways for More Engaging Meetings AND How You Can Empower Your Next Meeting With No Additional Technology\n\n\n6 Ways for More Engaging Meetings\n\nDo you want to solve your biggest challenges in keeping your live events engaging? \nDo you want your live events to be the most memorable and effective? \nDo you want your attendees to say that your live event is the most engaging? \nIn the dynamic class “6 Ways for More Engaging Meetings\,” professional speaker and Certified Speaking Professional John Chen unveils the secrets to transforming mundane meetings into vibrant\, productive experiences. Drawing from his extensive expertise\, John shares practical strategies and innovative techniques that ensure every participant is actively involved and invested. From interactive tools to creative facilitation methods\, attendees will learn how to foster engagement\, enhance communication\, and drive results in any meeting setting. Whether you’re a seasoned leader or a budding professional\, this class offers invaluable insights to elevate your meetings and keep your audience captivated. \nLearn the secrets of these six proven methods from: \n· The #1 Amazon Hot New Release Author of John Wiley & Sons “Engaging Virtual Meetings” \n· The PCMA (Professional Convention Management Association) 2023 Digital Event Strategist of the Year \n· The President of the NSA (National Speakers Association) Northwest Chapter and a Certified Speaking Professional \nWhen you attend 6 Ways for More Engaging Meetings\, you will learn: \n• The 6-step ENGAGE method to solve your meeting challenges \n• Why the first 5 minutes of your meeting are the most important \n• How to design meetings to maximize engagement \n• How to improve knowledge retention \n• How to get attendees excited for your next meeting. \nJohn started meeting virtually 38 years ago and is a recognized thought leader on engaging virtual meetings. He is the John Wiley and Sons author of “Engaging Virtual Meetings” and “50 Digital Team Building Games”\, top selling business books. John’s clients learn from his over 38 years of virtual meeting experience. His work has earned him multiple awards. More than 400\,000 clients across the United States and in countries including Spain\, France and Taiwan have experienced breakthrough results. \nWhen you complete 6 Ways for More Engaging Meetings\, you’ll walk away with tangible tips to make your next meeting even more engaging. \nHere’s what others say: \n“I have more energy after virtually meeting you for 60 minutes than any other virtual meeting in my life!” -Donna Cunningham\, Cancer Research Nurse\, Seattle Genetics \n“This is great. Very\, very good ideas! Encouragement to have better team meetings with our teams!” -Mitch Simon\, CEO\, The Simon Alliance \n“Massive thanks. We’re going to be seeing a lot of this. It’s great to make new digital connections.“ -Sam McNeill\, General Manager\, Song Division \n“You got over 200 people around the world in every timezone engaged! That’s incredible for our first major conference that moved from face-to-face to virtual. THANK YOU!” -Charva Brown\, Fortune 100 Company \n \nEmpower Your Next Meeting With No Additional Technology\n \nIs engagement in your meetings still the #1 problem?\nDo you want to make your NEXT meeting better?\nDo you want to make it better with NO additional technology??\nThen you want to attend “More Amazing\, Uplifting Inclusion in Your Next Meeting”\, the fastest way to more inclusion. \nUsing techniques from the #1 Amazon Hot New Release\, Engaging Virtual Meetings\, John shows you the key secrets to having your attendees say\, “I have more energy (rather than less) after 60 minutes meeting with you!”. When you attend\, you will learn: \n• How author Elizabeth Gilbert captivated 650 attendees where they felt like they were having a 1:1 conversation \n• The 8-step method for uplifting inclusion \n• How to use the 8-steps immediately \n• Walk away with at least one tangible idea you can use in your next meeting \nYour host is the author of the #1 Amazon Hot New Book Release\, Engaging Virtual Meetings. He’s been meeting virtually for over 36 years. He has produced over 4\,000 virtual meetings including an EIGHT language meeting and the only 100% LIVE virtual conference in the training industry. He’s the new content creator for OpenSesame’s training programs. Let’s WELCOME your host\, John Chen! \nWhen you complete “More Amazing\, Uplifting Inclusion in Your Next Meeting”\, you will see more engagement\, hear more attendees answer questions and hear positive feedback after your next meeting. \n\n\n\nAbout John Chen\, CSP \nJohn Chen CEO \nMale\, he/him \njohn@engagingvirtualmeetings.com \n \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 on engaging 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“Your virtual and hybrid meetings can be as good as\, or even better\, than face to face meetings” – John Chen \nAwards and Accolades \n2024 Certified Speaking Professional by the National Speakers Association \n2024 President NSA Northwest \n2023 PCMA Digital Event Strategist of the Year Finalist \n2023 NSA Northwest Member of the Year \n2021 Meeting Today Trendsetter \n2020 Published Wiley and Sons “Engaging Virtual Meetings” \n2020 Successfully pivoted a 200-person face to face conference to all virtual for a Fortune 100 company \n2020 Onarchipeligo and Northwest Asian Weekly deemed John Chen as the “Zoom Master” \n2019 NW Asian Weekly Entrepreneur of the Year \n2018 Saudi Arabian 5 Star Trainer \n2017 Northwest Meetings + Events “Take One for The Team” \n2016 6 th Annual China Adventure Learning Conference Keynoter \n2014 Meetings Today Trend Setter \n2014 Ted Yamamura Leadership Excellence Award \n2013 Meetings Professional International Corbin Ball Technology Award \n2012\, 2010 MPIWSC Supplier of the Year \n2012 Published Wiley and Sons “50 Digital Team Building Games” \n2010 Meetings Professional International Supplier of the Year \n2009 Meetings Professional International Tomorrow’s Leader \n2008 Training Magazine Top Young Trainer Award \n2008 #29 Fastest Growing Minority Owned Business \n2007 #13 Fastest Growing Minority Owned Business \n2006 #4 Fastest Growing Minority Owned Business \n2002 BBB Innovative Business Practices Award \nengagingvirtualmeetings.com (206) 856-8491 john@engagingvirtualmeetings.com \n2001 Winner of Puget Sound Business Journal’s “40 Under 40” program. \nTrainings and Certifications \n2020 Created the Engaging Virtual Meetings Certified Trainer \n2019 Effectiveness Institute Behavior Assessment Certification \n2019 Sententia Gamficiation Certification Level 1 \n2018-2008 Cascadia Educational Conference \n2015-2010 MPI World Educational Congress \n2010 Body Language Institute Certification \n2010 MPI Accredited Trainer TTT and 4MAT Delivery \n2008 EDI Leadership Navigation \n2007 The Tipping Point Network \n2006 Leadership Tomorrow \n2003 Denali Summit 20\,320 ft. \n2002 Extraordinary Leaders Seminar \n2002 Mt. Rainier Expedition Seminar \n2001 Center for Ethical Leadership Seminar \n2000-1998 Date With Destiny and Life Mastery Leadership \n2000 Mobile Team Challenge Experiential Training \n2000 Appreciative Inquiry \n1998 Leadership Academy \n1998 Karrass Negotiation \n1997-1996 Mastery University\, Anthony Robbins \n1996 Diversity Training \n1996 Visualizing Data\, Edward Tufte Seminar \n1995 Managing Microsoft People \nCountless Audio and Video programs on personal and business development.
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/a-virtual-event-with-john-chen-csp/
CATEGORIES:Toronto Chapter
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