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NSA: Celebrating 50 Years in the Speaking Profession
When NSA was established fifty years ago, Cavett Robert had a vision to expand speaking opportunities, ensuring that every speaker could have a larger share of the pie. His visionary approach paved the way for the formalization of our profession and the recognition of core competencies that still hold true today: eloquence, expertise, enterprise, and ethics.
Over the past five decades, the NSA has undergone significant change, evolving into a thriving professional society. Along this journey, we have celebrated milestones and faced challenges. In our early days, NSA leaders envisioned what was possible and invested their blood, sweat, tears, and even personal funds to create the vibrant community we enjoy today. As a result, we have achieved remarkable accomplishments, including:
- Establishing an industry certification standard.
- Honoring greatness through the esteemed Speaker Hall of Fame.
- Nurturing the growth of nearly forty local chapters, allowing speakers to connect and learn within their own communities.
The National Speakers Association (NSA) boasts a rich history spanning fifty years, during which it has played a pivotal role in developing and inspiring speakers, thought leaders, and change agents. Since its inception, change has been the driving force behind NSA, empowering aspiring speakers to transform their dreams into reality through the tools and resources we provide. Additionally, NSA has positively impacted the lives of countless audience members by facilitating the exchange of successful tools, tips, and techniques among professional speakers.The evolution of the speaking profession traces its roots back to the Chautauqua movement, which flourished in rural America during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Named after the gathering's birthplace, Lake Chautauqua in New York, these events brought entertainment, culture, and an array of speakers, teachers, musicians, entertainers, and preachers to entire communities. Even then, spoken words served as a source of inspiration, entertainment, and networking opportunities.As we celebrate our fiftieth anniversary, NSA remains committed to fostering the growth and advancement of the speaking profession. With a legacy built on embracing change, we look forward to another fifty years of empowering speakers, elevating voices, and creating transformative experiences for both speakers and audiences alike.
