What does “CSP” mean?

The Certified Speaking Professional designation is the speaking profession’s international measure of professional platform skill. Established by the U.S.-based National Speakers Association, this designation is only bestowed upon speakers who have earned it by meeting strict criteria. Therefore, the letters “CSP” following a speaker’s name indicate a speaking professional with proven experience who understands what is required and knows how to deliver client satisfaction.

Brenda is also one of only a handful of professional speakers worldwide who have earned the coveted Global Certified Speaking Professional title from the Global Speakers Federation. This reflects her mastery as a Certified Speaking Professional with years of experience and success inspiring multi-cultural, multigenerational audiences across the globe.

What Are the Benefits of Hiring a Global Certified Speaking Professional?

First and foremost, it will make your job easier! The success of your event will be judged largely on the caliber and professionalism of the presenter(s) you select. When you choose a Global Certified Speaking Professional, you are assured an accomplished international professional who will focus, enhance, and elevate the purpose of your event.

A presentation by a Global Certified Speaking Professional will be highly relevant to your diverse attendees and will offer them information and insights they can immediately apply. Because they bring a proven track record of continued professional speaking experience and expertise, hiring a Global Certified Speaking Professional is like having an insurance policy for your conference.

Sought after across six continents, Brenda is one of only a handful of professional speakers worldwide who have earned the coveted Global Certified Speaking Professional title from the Global Speakers Federation. This reflects her mastery as a Certified Speaking Professional with years of experience and success inspiring multi-cultural, multigenerational audiences across the globe.

What Are the Requirements for Earning the CSP Designation?

CSPs must document a track record that proves expertise, impeccable ethics, exceptional client service, and commitment to ongoing education. CSP designees must also serve a minimum number of clients within five years and present a minimum of 250 speaking engagements within that same five-year period. Ratings from satisfied clients also play a significant part in choosing those who will receive the title.

Global Certified Speaking Professionals earn that designation by having demonstrated their ability to successfully address diverse audiences across multiple regions across the world.

How Many Global Certified Speaking Professionals Are There?

Fewer than 10% of all professional speakers have earned this professional designation.

Brenda has been designated as a Global Certified Speaking Professional by the Global Speakers Federation, a title earned by a small percentage of professional speakers worldwide, for her ability to engage and inspire audiences across the globe.
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Because you can speak from experience, you quickly earned everyone’s respect, and I appreciate how much and how naturally you involved the audience and illustrated your points. Our team members actually thanked me for inviting you to speak!

Rehan Q. Saghir,Area Director

Asia Mid-Size (AMS), Eli Lilly Asia, Inc.

What does Brenda speak about?

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Comments from People Who Regularly Hire Speakers

“You know they (CSPs) have achieved a certain discipline that puts them in a category all their own; they have passed the test of longevity; they have proven themselves. It makes a difference today and will continue to make a difference in the meeting planning industry.”

Marolyn Wright

Program Resources

“I am a CMP (Certified Meeting Professional). I believe strongly in designations. It says you are committed to the profession. When I have equal speakers, I will take the CSP first over the nonCSP. Yes, CSP does make a difference in selecting speakers.”
Betty E. Garrett, CMP

Garrett Speakers International

“It’s truly an indication that a speaker has achieved a higher level of professionalism. It’s something we look for first. I reduce my risk by hiring someone with a CSP.”
William Bess

Mfgrs. Representatives of America

“When I have a choice of a speaker who is a CSP or not, I will select the speaker who is a CSP.”
Michelle Lemmons

International Speakers Bureau, Inc.

“I always consider the CSP designation the hallmark of professional excellence. The CSPs that we have selected have never disappointed our audiences.”
Barbara S. Sadek

The Society for Human Resources Management

“CSP is an insurance policy toward the meeting planner’s success. The CSP designation is a qualifier in the mind of the astute planner.”
Brad Plumb

North American Speakers Bureau, Inc.

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Top Reasons to Hire Brenda as a Keynote Speaker:

  • Brenda is a Global Certified Speaking Professional, so you know you are hiring a speaker with a proven track record of outstanding speaking experience, eloquence, and expertise, no matter how diverse your audience.
  • Brenda’s client repeat rate is 95%, with organizations inviting her back time and again – even to speak at the same conferences and conventions, year after year.
  • Brenda breaks down complex topics in eye-opening ways that are also easy to understand and practical to apply immediately.
  • She instills accountability within each audience member, empowering them right away to use what they have learned.
  • Brenda brings her diverse, international talent and extensive experience to every live or online keynote address, educating, entertaining, and engaging your audience throughout.
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