About this event
Our March PSA Scotland West event focuses on Storytelling for Speakers and how intentional storytelling can transform a talk from informative to memorable. This session is designed for professional speakers, aspiring speakers and anyone who uses speaking as part of their business, whether you are just starting out or already being paid to speak.
The afternoon begins with training from speaker coach Susan Perry, who will explore how storytelling works as a strategic tool rather than an optional extra. Susan will challenge the idea that experience alone creates great talks, showing how well-crafted stories help audiences connect, retain information and take action, without requiring personal disclosure or oversharing.
Our professional keynote speaker, Naomi Smith, will then share the honest, behind-the-scenes reality of building a credible and commercially viable speaking career. From early doubt and unpaid gigs to brand positioning and stagecraft, Naomi will pull back the curtain on what it really takes to move from wanting to speak to being booked, paid and remembered.
Alongside the training and keynote, the event includes Member Spotlight talks, networking and opportunities to connect with others who are actively building their speaking skills and businesses.
Keynote speakers
Susan Perry as a catalyst for leadership and team performance, this speaker equips professionals with storytelling and impactful speaking techniques. Their approach cultivates confidence, sharpens critical thinking, and drives increased engagement and retention within organizations. Through interactive workshops, they transform nervous or inexperienced speakers into confident communicators ready to make their mark.
Naomi Smith is known for making complex and uncomfortable topics accessible, helping individuals and business owners protect what matters most. Her career has been shaped by personal experience and resilience, including the loss of her father at 14 and her step-dad years later, which fuelled her commitment to preparedness and protection. With expertise spanning financial auditing, business protection and tax-efficient strategies, Naomi brings a practical, no-nonsense approach to every talk, combining empathy with clear action.
Event agenda
The venue
Maison by Glaschu – Glasgow
48 Buchanan Street
Glasgow
G1 3JN
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