Professional Members-Only Virtual Events
April 15 Virtual Social | 5 p.m. – 6 p.m.
FSA Virtual, Virus-Free Social
Bring Your Own Wine, Beer, or Something Stronger!
Forget “Social Distancing”–let’s do some Distance Socializing! Join us for an online socializing event done the way only a bunch of speakers can do it. We will chat, schmooze, brag, complain, lie, sob, and even do some improv games, in small and large groups. Thanks to technology, we don’t have to do without our friendships and community, and we can even meet new people in the chapter.
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About Caroline de Posada
Caroline de Posada is an international, bilingual speaker and author who helps men and women live their best life while maintaining meaningful relationships. Her movement, “Be There Even When You’re Not,” teaches busy professionals how to create a presence in the lives of those who matter most even when they’re not physically present.
As a wife, mother of three, lawyer and entrepreneur, Caroline brings a warm and honest perspective on how to build significant, resilient relationships with loved ones, colleagues, and clients. Her audiences discover strategies for embracing growth in small, daily moments and turn challenges into character-building opportunities.
Caroline witnessed the power of personal development while managing the career of her father, global speaker and best-selling author Dr. Joachim de Posada. After her father’s death in 2015, Caroline sold her successful law practice and devoted herself to continuing her father’s legacy of helping others define and achieve success.
Caroline has worked with women’s empowerment groups, non-profit organizations, and organizations like Microsoft, FIU Business, and Cargill. Her first book, Looking over the Edge: A True Story of Facing Fear, Finding Your Way, and All the Lessons in Between, is an inspiring and uplifting family journey wrapped in a gripping tale of true-life adventure.
Caroline lives in Miami with her husband and three sons. She loves jigsaw puzzles, building legos with her kids, and running the occasional marathon.
April 21st Webinar #4| 4:30 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
How To Deliver A Virtual Keynote
Guest Speaker Caroline de Posada
With the continuing coronavirus crisis, we are all looking for ways to deliver our content virtually. Our own Caroline de Posada has recently been called upon to deliver her keynote virtually in several different formats. In this webinar, she will share:
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Understanding the differences between webinars and virtual keynotes
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Setting yourself up for a successful virtual presentation
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Connecting with, engaging, and entertaining a virtual audience
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Top lessons learned in delivering the most valuable experience.
We expect a lively discussion, as many members are also experimenting with this format.
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About Randy Keirn
Randy Keirn, CSP, is a Training Professional and Leadership Expert with more than 25 years of experience in Fire Services. As an accomplished Chief Officer, Instructor, and Community Educator, Randy has dedicated his life to instilling leadership in every professional and personal capacity.
In addition to delivering thought-provoking presentations and training sessions across the country, Randy still serves as District Chief, Training Officer, and Division Chief of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) for Lealman Fire District in Pinellas County.
April 29th Webinar #5 | 4:30 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Training for IMPACT
Create results and get paid what you are worth.
Guest Speaker Randy Keirn, CSP
Of the billions of dollars spent on training each year in the U.S., it is estimated that only 20% of the training actually benefited the organization.
Have you ever delivered an amazing talk, that was exactly what the customer asked for, but which led to no additional work or referrals? Do you have trouble showing actual results from your presentations? Or justifying your $$$ price tag? Maybe you don’t know how to develop and deliver programs that actually makes a difference.
If you want to get paid to speak and train (along with repeat business and referrals), you have to STOP delivering speeches, programs, and PowerPoint’s and start delivering RESULTS.
In this talk, you will learn:
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How to determine what is truly needed by your customer
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How training can be used to create results
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How to measure the impact of your presentation
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How to become a trusted advisor
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How to get paid what you are worth
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May 13 Virtual Social | 5 p.m. – 6 p.m.
FSA Virtual, Virus-Free Social
Bring Your Own Wine, Beer, or Something Stronger!
Forget “Social Distancing”–let’s do some Distance Socializing! Join us for an online socializing event done the way only a bunch of speakers can do it. We will chat, schmooze, brag, complain, lie, sob, and even do some improv games, in small and large groups. Thanks to technology, we don’t have to do without our friendships and community, and we can even meet new people in the chapter.
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About Hayley Foster
Celebrating her 10th anniversary as co-founder of TEDxNASA, the first large scale TEDx in history, Short Talk Expert® Hayley Foster shares the proprietary techniques she’s used to making hundreds of stand-out speakers for TEDx and other high-stakes venues. Attention spans are shrinking. Short talks are everywhere in today’s marketplace. Hayley works with smart people amplifying ideas to make a difference with messages that matter. She guides thought leaders to craft original intellectual property into compelling talks to showcase their ideas in TEDx, meetings, book tours, and conferences. She gives Delivering Brilliance training to conferences, non-profits, and corporate clients. Her book Don’t Tank Your TED Talk! 12 Mistakes Professional Speakers Make sells to events by the dozen as a guide for all speakers for all talks. She is passionate about communicating Big Ideas clearly and succinctly – wherever you want your message to resonate.
May 18th Webinar #6 | 4:30 p.m. – 6 p.m.
TED Talking for Everyone
Guest Speaker Hayley Foster
There is a new way of speaking that flies in the face of common practice that will change the way you think about talk construction forever. This interactive session includes techniques to grab and keep the attention of your listeners: How writing for reading differs from writing for speaking; content basics to make your short talk compelling; a new form of talk construction that makes a memorable impact every time; insight from a founding TEDx organizer and speaker coach on:
✔ Using your TEDx talk to share your ideas, increase book sales and instantly become a recognized expert
✔ Insider information about TEDx speaker selection
You will leave with the tool and enthusiasm to begin to work on your own short talk immediately.
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About Ken Okel
Ken Okel understands the importance of performing at a high level every day, having worked in broadcast news, hurricane relief, and professional ballet. Today, as a motivational keynote speaker, audiences enjoy his creative solutions to their problems. Ken is the author of the book, Stuck on Yellow, hosts The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast, and has marketed everything from global brands to a three legged kitten. He’s also a proud 15 year member of the National Speakers Association and a former President of the Florida Speakers Association. For more about Ken, visit: www.KenOkel.com.
May 28th Webinar #7 | 4:30 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Using Video to Grow Your Speaking Business
Guest Speaker Ken Okel
Video is an incredible engagement and promotional tool for speakers but are you using it to grow your business? Join Ken Okel as he shares the video strategy he uses, before, during, and after an event. Plus you’ll find out how he uses video on LinkedIn to grow and engage his network. You’ll learn how to use clips for prospecting, promotion, and strengthening relationships with meeting planners. It’s never been a better time to use video to build your speaking business, even if you’re a little camera shy.
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June 3 Virtual Social | 5 p.m. – 6 p.m.
FSA Virtual, Virus-Free Social
Bring Your Own Wine, Beer, or Something Stronger!
Forget “Social Distancing”–let’s do some Distance Socializing! Join us for an online socializing event done the way only a bunch of speakers can do it. We will chat, schmooze, brag, complain, lie, sob, and even do some improv games, in small and large groups. Thanks to technology, we don’t have to do without our friendships and community, and we can even meet new people in the chapter.
Members – Please log in to see the members-only content immediately below.
Members can now access past webinars and virtual events by visiting the Replay page
For more information, please contact Jean Moroney, President of the Florida Speakers Association, at jm@thinkingdirections.com or at (212) 972-9495.