NSA-Colorado Speakers Academy

 

Launch and Level Up Your Speaking Business 

Are you an aspiring speaker, coach, or trainer who wants to launch a speaking business? 


Are you an established speaker who needs to develop a new signature presentation relevant in today's market?

Consider registering for NSA-Colorado’s Fall 2026 Speakers Academy from the chapter leadership that has produced more CSPs (Certified Speaking Professionals) and CPAEs (Council of Peers Award for Excellence) Speaker Hall of Fame Award Winners than any other NSA local chapter...

 

All The Tools You Need
To Build A Successful Speaking Business

Upcoming Sessions

Academy is held in person - classes are usually held the second Saturday of the month. There are also virtual classes, usually held the last Wednesday of the month. 

Our 2026-27 Sessoin starts September 12, 2026 and through June 2027*

 
CLICK HERE FOR OUR PRELIMINARY CALENDAR - May be subject changes
    • 9/12/26 In Person
    • 9/23/26 Virtual
    • 10/3/26 In person
    • 10/28/26 Virtual
    • 11/7/26 In person
    • 11/18/26 Virtual
    • 12/5/16 In person
    • 12/16/26 Virtual
    • 1/9/27 In person
    • 1/27/27 Virtual
    • 2/6/27 In person
    • 2/24/27 Virtual
    • 3/6/27 In person
    • 3/24/27 Virtual
    • 4/3/27 In person
    • 4/28/27 Virtual
    • 5/1/27 In person
    • 5/8/27 or 5/15/27 Showcase In person
    • 5/26/27 Virtual
    • 6/5/27 Graduation In person

     

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  • Academy will be held at the Village Workspace, 7173 S. Havana Street, Centennial, CO 80112

    Click on this link to see the topics and instructor s of our 2025-26Fall/Winter Colorado Speakers Academy 
    https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Z8YIhdbZ1ifxLgOY3CYSJtcs62hJiVIw/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=106678577994174056296&rtpof=true&sd=true

    You don't want to miss the opportunity to learn how to build a speaking business from some of the top keynote speakers, presenters, trainers, and coaches in the world!

    *Dates subject to change based on instructor availability.

Wonder if CSA 2026-2027 will work with your schedule?

Check our our calender HERE

Please be advised that this is a preliminary calendar. While we do not foresee any alterations, please acknowledge that it may be subject to changes

Testimonials

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Elliot V. 

NSA Academy is an inspiring space where seasoned professionals share their expertise to help you find your voice and refine your message. Public speaking is a business, and success requires more than just a great presentation. You'll learn critical skills like marketing, sales, networking, follow-up, and client development from speakers who’ve mastered them. Speaking is often a solo journey—if you don’t invest in YOU, no one else will. As Warren Buffet said, “The best investment you can ever make is an investment in you."

John F.

This wasn’t just a check-the-box program.

It was a transformational experience. From fine-tuning my message to sharpening stage presence, every session pushed me to grow, not just as a speaker, but as a leader.

 

 

 

 

Ruth M.

I recommend investing both time and money on NSA CO Speakers Academy because:

  • It’s the ideal adult learning experience that teaches the details of a speaking business.

  •  The atmosphere at the academy is positive, supportive and inspiring.

  •  Each speaker demonstrated their love of the profession in their own unique way.

  •  Curriculum variety is impressive. It provides practical knowledge based on years of presenter experience. 

What Is Included in NSA-Colorado Speakers Academy?

9 In-Person Sessions
($4800 Value)

Meet and network with your speaker community live and in-person at Academy sessions to be held in Denver, Colorado the second Saturday of the month September 2026 - May 2027

 
 

CSA Digital Vault

($1000 Value)

Virtual sessions from CSA will be recorded and uploaded with any corresponding action guides, slides, or handouts. In-person sessions will be recorded when possible.

 

Speaker Showcase-Demo Video

($1200 Value)

Walk away with a professionally recorded raw (unedited) video of you presenting so you can start your speaker demo video to display on your website. Videos will be recorded the last month at the end of Academy.

NSA-Colorado Membership*

($275-$450 Savings)

By signing up for CSA you become a new NSA-Colorado member from the time you sign up for a full year. Attend our NSA-Colorado monthly chapter meetings at the member rate, attend Lunch & Learns for free (and be granted all these recordings whether you register/attend or not) and enjoy invitations to other members-only events! Chapter meetings are usually on Friday mornings one time per month.

9 Virtual Sessions

($2400 Value)

 

We're bringing the world's top speaking experts to you with live, virtual sessions for great content and interactive question-and-answer sessions. Virtual sessions will be one evening per month.

 

 

Baseline Templates

($1000 Value)

 

Walk away with baseline speaker agreements, contracts, and example speaker kits to save time and money as you build your book of business.

 

 

 

One Time Payment

$2500

SAVE $200 IF YOU SIGN UP BEFORE JULY 1, 2026 COUPON CODE CSA26EB200

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4 Payments of

$650

SAVE $200 IF YOU SIGN UP BEFORE JULY 1, 2026 COUPON CODE CSA26EB200

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NSA-Colorado Scholarship Opportunities:

Community support to grow as a speaker

Up to 5 scholarships will be offered for this Academy. Additional details will be provided soon. If you register and are later awarded a scholarship, the scholarship amount will be refunded to you. Learn more and apply here: https://www.nsacolorado.org/scholarships

*If you are an existing NSA-CO member, your membership will be extended by an additional 12 months, reflecting the one-year NSA-CO membership included with your Academy enrollment.

We look forward to meeting you!

Our 2025 Speakers Academy Dean, Trevor Dierdorff and 2026 Speakers Academy Dean Julie Cooley.