International Federation for Professional Speakers
In 1997, the U.S.-based National Speakers Association (NSA) became a partner in the formation of an umbrella organization created to support the growing importance of the speaking profession globally. By making its resources available to existing international associations for professional speakers, NSA is able to enhance the value of those association memberships; encourage the formation of new associations for professional speakers; and set the benchmark for platform excellence worldwide.
In 1999 at the NSA convention in San Antonio, Texas, the Professional Speakers Association was welcomed as the newest member of the International Federation for Professional Speakers. The Professional Speakers Association (PSA) joined partner associations in Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the United States at a meeting of the International Federation Executive Council on Saturday, August 7th.
Federation members believe that the growth of the speaking profession is best served by continually enhancing the talent, ethics and business acumen of individual speakers. The Federation is a mechanism of affiliation through which independent associations for professional speakers around the world can collectively serve these interests by providing their members with greater access to professional education materials and access to one another's educational programs.
The Boards of Directors of the Federation member countries-Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the United States-approved the formation of the Federation in July 1997. The Federation officially launched in January 1998. "NSA has cemented its position as a preeminent resource in the speaking profession worldwide." Says founding chair of the Federation Executive Council, Warren Evans, CSP. "The Federation has extended the reach of NSA's printed and audio publications, which are now being enjoyed by hundreds of additional speakers in member associations. At the same time, strong, independent national associations in other countries evidence the maturing significance of our business. The Federation creates numerous opportunities to enhance professionalism, grow markets and improve businesses."
The Current Chair of the International Federation is our own Past President Paul Bridle. Paul's contact details are to be found by clicking here
Global Summit
Just a quick note about the Global Summit. All is going well and we are really excited about what people are going to discover when they get here. Singapore is a vibrant city full of opportunities and the conference is an amazing line up.
There's an opportunity to take advantage of the Business Expo Day, (which is on 2 April) to showcase their products and services. They can now consider taking up a table space at only S$500, with opportunities to reach out to to HRDs, CEOs, Bureaux and Buyers who will be present on 2 April. We do have limited table space for sale and it is very quickly being taken up. To help the Speakers, we can also arrange for assistance to man their table. To do this we need to know in advance.
People may also be interested to know that they can get in touch with the Official Travel Agent, Pacific Arena Travel at . They have a series of very special airfares from our Official Carriers, members of One World Alliance, for all visiting delegates to Singapore. They also have in store a series of pre and post conference tour options in Singapore and the region. To take advantage of the offer, email them and reserve their tickets and tours.
We have also negotiated good rates at the official Conference Hotel, Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel. Do contact them directly at to book at preferred delegate rate now.
Please have a look at the website Very best wishes
Paul Bridle FPSA
President of the International Federation for Professional Speakers
International Federation - Member Web Sites
PSA members have access to member benefits in other affiliated associations - Visit their web sites to find out what's on offer.
- International Federation for Professional Speakers
- National Speakers Association
- Canadian Association of Professional Speakers
- National Speakers Association of Australia
- National Speakers Association of New Zealand
Prospective Members
- Asia Speakers Association Based in Singapore
Other associations are in development in South Africa and Maylasia
Professional Speakers Association
8 Wyaston Gardens, Willow Meadow Road, Ashbourne, Derbyshire. DE6 1HH
Telephone: +44 (0) 845 3700 504 Fax: +44 (0) 845 3700 503E-mail: