Training
22 April 2026 | 10:00-11:30

Public Speaking Power Session - Online

This online event is free and only for members. 

This Public Speaking Power Session will give attendees the key skills, that if put into practice will make them better presenters and better public speakers, will help them become less nervous, anxious and stressed when faced with a presentation opportunity, whilst making them more confident.

Areas covered are split into 4 main pillars

  • Foundations - Mindset, Motivation & Journey
  • Content - Structure & Writing
  • Delivery - The 10 Attributes
  • Being More Confident/ Managing Nerves, Anxiety & Stress

Speaker: Ian Taylor, Bakersson. 

Convenors from the Future Leaders Group.: Ellie Hill, Research Manager, Beyond Blue Insight and Freya Lovely, Research Manager, Purdie Pascoe

About the Speaker:

Ian graduated in Management Science (Economics) from Lancaster University in 1991 and went on to build a multi-million-pound global team-building, corporate communications and events business with support from The Prince’s Trust, working with brands including Virgin, Unilever, Marriott, GE, adidas, Apple and Rolls-Royce.

Public speaking and presenting have always been central to Ian’s work. Throughout his career he has coached CEOs, senior leaders, business owners and first-time speakers, helping them overcome nerves and deliver confident, impactful presentations.

After nearly 30 years running the business, Ian now works as a professional event host and coach specialising in public speaking and presentation skills, and is the author of the 5-star rated book Everything You Ever Need to Know to Be the Best Presenter and Public Speaker You Can Be.

 

Everyone registering will receive by email a copy of Ian’s book: ' Everything You Ever Need To Know To Be The Best Presenter & Public Speaker You Can Be'

22 April 2026 | 10:00-11:30

Convenor

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Ellie Hill

Beyond Blue, Senior Research Executive
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Freya Lovely

Purdie Pascoe, Research Manager