About this event
Speaking Smarter: Virtual Gigs, Real Brains, and Powerful Performance
A dynamic double-header with Roger Courville and Lynda Shaw.
Date: Thursday, 26th June 2025
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:15 PM UK time
Where: Zoom
Register now to secure your place.
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“Beyond the Tool: Mastering Virtual Gigs with Timeless Skills and Real-World Wisdom”
– With Roger Courville CSP – Online Presentation Pioneer and Author of The VP’s Playbook
Join us for an unmissable session with virtual presenting pioneer Roger Courville, author of The VP’s Playbook, as he explores the evolving art and business of online speaking. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or still getting your virtual footing, this session is packed with timeless skills that transcend platforms, from Zoom to Teams and beyond.
Roger will share insights into what’s changed, what’s stayed true, and how to adapt no matter the tech. Expect a lively, fast-paced experience with practical tips, real-world strategies, and Roger’s signature extended Q&A — because no two speakers, gigs, or virtual rooms are the same.
If you want to future-proof your virtual presenting, deepen your skills, and sharpen your business edge in an increasingly hybrid world, this one’s for you.
“The Brainy Speakers Party”
– With Lynda Shaw FPSA
How many versions of you do you bring to the stage?
The Uncertainty You. The Confident You. The Over Confident You. The Exhausted You. The Unwell You…….
And how many versions of themselves do EACH member of your audience bring with them?
The Bored Version. The Frustrated Version. The Stressed Version. The Busy Version. The Eager Version……
And how many versions of audiences in general are there?
The education sector, the corporates, the general audience, the TEDX/panels…..
That’s quite a dynamic isn’t it, and one we are wise to prepare for each and every time.
Come to The Brainy Speakers Party and let’s discuss all these brains and how they interact.
You will come away with so much more understanding on how to handle this constantly changing dynamic. And it’s going to be fun too.
So what are you waiting for? Book your ticket now and we’ll see you online this June!
Keynote speakers
Roger Courville is a globally recognised expert in online and virtual presentations, with more than 20 years of experience helping speakers, trainers, and organisations connect and engage in the digital space. As the author of TheVP’sPlaybook and a sought-after keynote speaker, Roger has delivered over 2000 virtual presentations across 50+ countries — long before Zoom became a household name.
Known for blending deep technical know-how with human connection, Roger empowers speakers to master the timeless skills that make virtual delivery powerful — no matter the platform. Whether you’re just getting started or refining your online presence, Roger brings real-world insights, warmth, and plenty of humour to every session.
Lynda is Past President of the Professional Speaking Association UK&I, Hall of Fame PSAE, Fellow of PSA and is the founder of Brain & Behaviour Ltd., the Neuroscience Professional Development Programme and Brain and Behavior Mastery, designed to help professional people use applied neuroscience successfully in their work.
She is an experienced entrepreneur, having owned 3 businesses. She holds a doctorate in cognitive neuroscience, specialising in unconscious processing of emotion and behavioural change.
She is a genius translator and works with senior leaders and their teams in STEM industries to extract and communicate fabulous ideas. This enables better funding and investment opportunities, and spreading their genius to the outside world, something we badly need.
Lynda is always informative, fun and extremely practical.
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