From Expert to Authority: Position Yourself as the Go-To Coach Through Strategic Speaking
From Expert to Authority: Position Yourself as the Go-To Coach Through Strategic Speaking (Sponsor Event)
Speakers: Chris Holliday, ACC, and Jessper Maquindang, Co-Directors of NSA SoCal Speakers Academy
Host: Heather Boatman, Executive Coach
Date: Wednesday, January 7, 2026
Time: 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Pacific Time
CCEs: 1.0 Resource Development
Location: Virtual meeting via Zoom.us. Remember to log in before registering for the event.
***IMPORTANT: After purchasing your ticket, you will be redirected to a Zoom registration form. You must register with Zoom to access the live event.
Replay available to registrants for viewing purposes only (no CCEs)
Description
When coaches struggle, it’s often not due to a lack of wisdom—it’s because their wisdom isn’t visible to the right audiences. Strategic speaking offers a powerful way to showcase expertise, build credibility, and attract the clients you’re meant to serve.
In this high-energy, interactive session, Chris Holliday, ACC, and Jessper Maquindang, EML, SPHR, Co-Directors of the NSA SoCal Speakers Academy, will guide participants in crafting and delivering talks that resonate deeply, elevate authority, and position coaches as trusted experts in their niche. Attendees will explore the core elements of impactful presentations, learn practical techniques for speaking with clarity and confidence, and understand how professional speaking can become a powerful engine for visibility and client attraction.
ICFLA is proud to partner with NSA SoCal, whose sponsorship makes this session possible. Their commitment to supporting coaches through professional speaking development ensures participants gain access to proven strategies and mentorship that accelerate growth.
By the end of the event, attendees will:
👉 Hone in on the value of professional speaking for coaching practice and visibility
👉 Identify the core components of a high-impact, authority-building speech
👉 Apply practical techniques for crafting and delivering presentations that highlight unique coaching insights
👉 Understand the difference between “natural talent” and learnable speaking skills
👉 Determine next steps for strengthening speaking craft, including opportunities with the NSA SoCal Speakers Academy
About Chris Holliday:
Chris Holliday, MBA, MEd, SAG-AFTRA, ACC, is Co-Director of NSA SoCal Speakers Academy. In her own practice, she works with execs and other speakers as a coach and facilitator, enabling them to become exceptional leaders and communicators.
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About Jessper Maquindang:
Jessper Maquindang, EML, SPHR, is Co-Director of NSA SoCal Speakers Academy. In his business, he helps orgs cultivate high-performing teams. Using a holistic, data-driven approach, he aligns leadership, enhances engagement, and builds a culture of success.