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Learn new skills. Get valuable feedback. Grow your business.

NSA Wisconsin events are focused on meeting the unique needs of starting, running and scaling a business as a professional speaker. Pick and choose educational sessions to attend. Or take advantage of the full support of the community as a Professional Member and get access to exclusive events designed to fit the needs of members. Either way, we hope you’ll join us as we gather in person and virtually to learn, share and create better businesses together.


When I came to my first meeting in Wisconsin, I met wonderful people who were really interested in my career, my journey, my path in terms of becoming a professional speaker. 

Eliz Greene, Professional Member since 2005

Educational Sessions

Those who have built successful speaking businesses share what they’ve learned to help you excel in the art and business of speaking. Open to Professional Members, Academy participants and non-members.

Community Sessions

Work together with other professional speakers through facilitated mastermind sessions to build better businesses for all. Exclusively for Established Members of NSA Wisconsin.

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Speakers Lab

Try out new material or revisions to current material. Practice delivery techniques. And get valuable feedback from peers. Exclusively for Professional Members and Speakers Academy participants..

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Upcoming events

    • April 01, 2025
    • April 01, 2026
    Register

    Help Us Tell Our Story, and We'll Tell Yours
    Great stories have the transformative power to inspire, connect, and change lives. At the National Speakers Association - Wisconsin (NSA WI), we empower professional speakers to hone their craft and share impactful stories that make a profound difference.

    We invite you to be part of this inspiring mission. By sponsoring our annual events, "Last Story Standing" (in January) and "Breaking Through Live” (in May), you’ll help amplify the voices of professional speakers, and in return, we'll shine a spotlight on your story.

    As a sponsor, your organization will receive:

    • Prominent recognition during our events
    • Exposure on our website and event promotions
    • Connection with our engaged audience of professional speakers and attendees

    Your sponsorship demonstrates a commitment to the art of storytelling and professional development, elevating your visibility and impact.

    How to Become a Sponsor
    Join us in making these events extraordinary. Full details are available here. Register now or contact Eliz Greene with questions.

    Thank you for supporting the power of storytelling and helping us amplify voices that make a difference!

    • January 17, 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 11:45 AM
    • via Zoom


    Join us as a speaker or come for the fun and gain some insights and tips as you watch others get coached by our established professional members.

    One of the most valuable services offered by NSA-WI is the Speakers Development Lab. All members -- from Past National Presidents and CPAEs to new candidate members -- are welcome to attend. The Lab operates much like a Hollywood “Actors Studio” where speakers, facilitators, seminar leaders, those who sell products or services through public presentations, etc. can go to try out new material, revise current material, practice delivery techniques, etc. 

    Our goal for the Speakers Lab is to take speakers, facilitators, teacher/leaders at their current level of skill, impact, fee level, etc., and help them move up to the next level. Both those speaking, and observers benefit from the Lab, and the net effect is to increase the skills and impact of each participant.

    Click here or more information.

    • January 22, 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    • Madison Youth Arts, 1055 E Mifflin Street, Madison
    Register

    Fresh video. Updated headshots. Standout visuals without the premium price tag.

    If you speak professionally, or want to, your visuals matter. Whether you're pitching bureaus, refreshing your website, preparing a new speaker reel, or leveling up your social media presence, updated, high-quality images and video are essential tools for booking more business.

    This year's Video + Photography Sizzle Day gives NSA-WI members exactly that, professionally produced assets at an incredibly accessible rate, created by experts who understand the speaking industry.

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    Morning Sessions: Headshot & Brand Photography
    9:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Photographer: David Swenor

    Start your day with a 15-minute personal branding session designed to capture your confidence, your style, and the essence of your message.
    Each session includes:

    • A fast-paced, enjoyable photo experience in and around the stunning Youth Arts Center
    • A pre-event phone consultation to discuss your personal brand, style, editing preferences, and how you plan to use your images
    • A gallery of at least 7 fully edited, professional branding images (headshots and lifestyle shots)
    • Full usage rights to your photos for websites, speaking reels, marketing materials, and social media

    Whether you're new to speaking or updating a long-standing brand, these photos help you show up polished, credible, and ready for opportunity.

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    Afternoon Sessions: Video Sizzle & Stage Photography
    12:00 - 5:00 pm
    Videographer: Dan Lipman | Photographer: David Swenor

    Afternoon sessions offer a combined 10-minute on-stage video recording and concurrent stage photography, distinct from the branding focus of the morning sessions.

    Take the stage and deliver your strongest 3–5 minute story, opening, or signature content while two industry-savvy pros capture you at your best.

    Each video slot includes:

    • 10 minutes of professional on-stage videography with multiple camera angles and wireless audio
    • A 3–5 minute professionally edited video, fully cut between angles
    • ALL raw footage from multiple cameras
    • A minimum of 10 professionally edited stage photos, perfect for your website, speaker reel, and promotional materials
    • A gorgeous stage environment at MYArts Starlight Stage that elevates your visual presence

    Dan Lipman—trusted by speakers, bureaus, and conference planners—knows what makes a speaker look powerful on camera. David Swenor's photography brings energy, authenticity, and polish to every image.

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    Why Every Speaker Should Grab a Spot
    No matter your experience level, your visuals shape your brand. This is your chance to:

    • Refresh outdated headshots
    • Capture new footage that reflects your current expertise and energy.
    • Build a library of high-quality images for ongoing marketing.
    • Strengthen your speaker reel.
    • Present yourself with confidence to meeting planners, bureaus, and event organizers.

    And you'll do it at a fraction of the cost of booking private sessions, while working with industry professionals who understand precisely what speakers need.

    Spots Are Limited—And They Will Sell Out
    Session slots for photography and video are limited. Reserve yours before they're gone.

    Reserve your session today to guarantee your spot.
    Arrive ready*. Leave with powerful tools to advance your speaking business.

    *Yes, you are ready!  We see you, Academy Members, and those of you in the early stages of your professional speaking journey. This event IS for you. Put together 3-5 minutes of content. You can do it. It’s ok if you need to stop and start. We will help.

    Contact Eliz Greene for questions or support.

    • January 23, 2026
    • 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • Madison Youth Arts, 1055 E Mifflin Street, Madison
    Register

    Enjoy an evening filled with unforgettable stories, quick thinking, and top-notch delivery. Last Story Standing 2025 features eight talented storytellers from the National Speakers Association Wisconsin Chapter. Each one has just five minutes to capture your attention, spark your imagination, and leave a lasting impression.

    This event is more than a competition. It’s your chance to see storytelling at its best.

    You’ll see speakers create meaning on the spot, mixing humor and emotion. They’ll turn personal stories into powerful lessons. As each competitor shares, you’ll get a close look at the techniques top speakers use. Notice how pacing, presence, and even one sentence can change the mood of the room.

    A panel of experienced speakers will judge each story based on:

    • Purpose: Does the story offer a clear insight or takeaway for your work or life? 
    • Impact: Does it entertain, teach, and connect? 
    • Delivery: How well does the storyteller engage the audience?

    For attendees, the real magic is in the experience. You’ll enjoy memorable moments, find inspiration, and pick up practical storytelling tips you can use right away. Expect to laugh, get drawn in, and maybe even feel moved.

    • You’ll leave not only entertained, but also ready with new strategies, story ideas, and examples to make your communication stronger right away.
    • You’ll also find genuine connections that help you engage more deeply with your own audiences.

    At the end of the night, one storyteller will move on to regionals for a chance at the National Championship, and everyone will leave inspired.

    Reserve your spot NOW for an evening that will entertain, inspire, and connect you with stories that matter.

    Schedule:
    5:30 pm: Doors open
    6:00 pm: Show Begins
    The event will include two intermissions to allow for judging and conclude with the announcement of the top three storytellers.

    • February 27, 2026
    • 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM
    • TBA

    Save the Date

    Topics: Speaker Lab Support & Amplifying Your Impact
    Presented by Mike Domitrz

    • May 14, 2026
    • 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM
    • TBA

    Save the Date

    Topic: Boosting Voice Health for Speakers
    Presented by Brienne Hennessy

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