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The latest news and updates from the Global Speakers Federation. If you would like to submit an event, visit the Event Submission page. To request a Call for Speakers, fill out this form.
Call for Speakers - PSA New Zealand 2025 National Convention
The Professional Speakers Association of New Zealand (PSANZ) is calling for expressions of interest to speak at our 2025 National Convention, held in Auckland on 26–27 September 2025.
This is your opportunity to:
Speak in a new country and expand your international profile
Connect with professional speakers from across New Zealand and beyond
Experience the electrifying atmosphere of an All Blacks vs Australia rugby match
Tag on a New Zealand holiday – nature, wine, culture, adventure, all await!
This is a boutique event; we are a small community of 50 speakers – that think big. We want to invite speakers from around the globe to enjoy our country and hospitality.
Call for Authors for Landmark 2026 Book Series
On March 14, 2026—Professional Speakers Celebration Day—the Global Speakers Federation (GSF) will launch four groundbreaking multi-authored books on LEADERSHIP, TEAMS, THE FUTURE, and SPEAKING.
This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for 100 professional speakers from GSF associations to cement their legacy, elevate their global profile, and contribute to an iconic project that will shape the speaking industry for years to come.
Voice of GSF Newsletter - April 2025
Championing for Speaker Associations Around the World
April 2025 Contents:
Quarterly Board Meeting Update
Professional Speakers Celebration Day wrap-up
Register Now for GSS 2026
Two “Firsts”
Voice of GSF Newsletter - March 2025
Championing for Speaker Associations Around the World
March 2025 Contents:
Professional Speakers Celebration Day 2025
Global Speakers Summit 2026 - Cairns, Australia
A FIRST for GSF: The Inaugural International Presidents’ Day
Leading Voices - don’t miss our YouTube series
Voice of GSF Newsletter - February 2025
Championing for Speaker Associations Around the World
February 2025 Contents:
Reflections on latest Association visits and events
Preparing for Professional Speakers Celebration Day 2025
Leading Voices - hosted by Antoni Lacinai and featured on the GSF YouTube channel
Voice of GSF Newsletter - January 2025
Championing for Speaker Associations Around the World
January 2025 Contents:
Reflections on Travels to 14 Countries
Upcoming Speaking Events Around the World
Global Speaking Summit 2026
Voice of GSF Newsletter - December 2024
Championing for Speaker Associations Around the World
December 2024 Contents:
President’s Year in Review
Upcoming Speaking Events Around the World
Meet our Global Family
Voice of GSF Newsletter - November 2024
Championing for Speaker Associations Around the World
November 2024 Contents:
Reflections on 2024
Cultivating Connections
Have you caught our Q&A Series on Social Media?
Voice of GSF Newsletter - October 2024
Championing for Speaker Associations Around the World
October 2024 Contents:
Global Speakers Summit 2024 in Bali
International Ambassador Award Winner Lenora Billings-Harris
GSS 2026 Registration is now Open!
Voice of GSF Newsletter - September 2024
Championing for Speaker Associations Around the World
September 2024 Contents:
The Power of Past Presidents
Financial Mastery for Association Leaders
Exceptional Leaders - Shari Bricks and Sara Beth Reynolds
Voice of GSF Newsletter - August 2024
Championing for Speaker Associations Around the World
August 2024 Contents:
An Evening at NSA Influence with Five GSF Presidents
GSF Leadership
What is GSF’s Purpose?
Voice of GSF Newsletter - July 2024
Championing for Speaker Associations Around the World
July 2024 Contents:
Crafting Visionary Leadership
Welcoming our new GSF President, Ruby Newell-Legner
Exceptional Conventions
Voice of GSF Newsletter - May 2024
Championing for Speaker Associations Around the World
May 2024 Contents:
Is Your Association Social Media Savvy?
GSF Annual General Meeting in July
Congratulations to Neerja Singh - GSF Vice President
Voice of GSF Newsletter - April 2024
Championing for Speaker Associations Around the World
April 2024 Contents:
Fundraising: Creative Frontiers
2nd Annual Professional Speakers Celebration Day
Frequently Asked Questions about GSF
Voice of GSF Newsletter - March 2024
Championing for Speaker Associations Around the World
March 2024 Contents:
Crafting Unforgettable Events in the World of Speaking
Newsletter format updated
What’s happening at GSF Associations
Professional Speakers Celebration Day - March 14th
The annual Professional Speakers Celebration Day recognizes and celebrates the work of professional speakers worldwide, highlighting the incredible talent, knowledge, and experience they bring to their communities. Professional speakers are the driving force behind many important social and cultural movements, and this day is a powerful opportunity for us to come together and honor their contributions. This annual day is another way to elevate the profession of speaking and to promote recognition of professional speakers.
What’s Happening: August 2022 Issue
GSF Annual Business Meeting. GSF Awards. Podmatch. Meet our newest Global Speaking Fellow - Allan Pease. Learn about Professional Speakers Celebration Day. and much more!
Stay up to date with all the GSF activities and information of interest to our member association leadership!
What’s Happening: February 2022 Issue
Do you qualify for the Global Speaking Fellow designation? Call for Speakers. GSS 2022 in Dublin, Ireland. GSF Association Updates. Stay up to date with all the GSF activities and information of interest to our member association leadership!
What’s Happening: October 2021 Issue
GSF Member Events. Association Leadership Insights! Global Speakers Summit 2022. Stay up to date with all the GSF activities and information of interest to our member association leadership!