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PSA Yorkshire February 2025: Be Inspired For Your Speaking Business 2025

22 February|09:00 - 13:00|Novotel Leeds Centre - See full address

About this event

Attention all emerging and professional speakers: This is your moment to level up your skills, amplify your impact, and ensure every word you speak leaves a mark. Whether you’re just starting out or already commanding stages, this event is packed with everything you need to transform your message into a movement.

What’s in it for you?

  • Gain exclusive insights from industry leaders who’ve mastered the art of influence.
  • Build your network with a dynamic community of speakers who share your passion for making a difference.
  • Step into the spotlight and take your speaking game to the next level


Arrival & Networking
Start strong, build connections. Begin your journey with a warm welcome and inspiring conversations. This is your chance to meet like-minded professionals, share ideas, and lay the foundation for lasting relationships.

Official Kick-Off
This isn’t just the start—it’s a celebration of our thriving community of communicators. We’ll share exciting updates, highlight member successes, and set the tone for a day full of growth, collaboration, and energy.

Keynote Powerhouses: Prepare to Be Inspired

John Hotowka: Known for his interactive delivery involving humour and magic, John will share how to use props, puzzles and stunts to make your message inspire action and stick in the hearts and minds of your audience.

Julie Holmes: A powerhouse of innovation and actionable expertise, Julie will share game-changing techniques that not only resonates but also inspires action. With a proven track record of helping professionals succeed, Julie’s session is a can’t-miss experience.

Whether you’re here to soak up inspiration from keynote powerhouses, sharpen your expertise through interactive sessions, or forge meaningful connections, this event promises to empower you like never before.

Save your spot today!

Keynote speakers

John Hotowka
Julie Holmes
John Hotowka

John Hotowka is a business speaker, humorist and magician predominantly delivering keynotes and speaking after dinner.

His ‘Achievement Thinking’ methodology gives individuals and teams insights and practical mind set tools to empower them to become more resourceful and resilient in the face of high speed change to improve performance and wellbeing.

Clients hire him mainly for his content and also his style of interactive delivery involving humour and magic.

John is a PSAE – Professional Speaking Award of Excellence – The PSAE is the highest accolade in speaking and given to Professional Members or Fellows of the PSA who have consistently demonstrated speaking excellence and professionalism, in addition to contributing to the PSA.

Julie Holmes

Julie Holmes is a seasoned business consultant specialising in digital transformation and organisational growth. With extensive experience in strategy development and change management, Julie helps companies navigate complex challenges and implement innovative solutions. Her expertise in driving digital initiatives and enhancing business performance makes her a valuable asset to any organisation.

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Get in touch with the organiser

Barbara Nixon

Regional President - Yorkshire

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PSA Yorkshire February 2025: Be Inspired For Your Speaking Business 2025

Ticket types

Members Early Bird
£27.50
+ VAT and fees
Members Standard
£40
+ VAT and fees
First Time Visitors
£27.50
+ VAT and fees
Non Members
£55
+ VAT and fees