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PSA Yorkshire February 2026: Sailing on a sea of change

28 February|09:30 - 13:00|Novotel Leeds Centre - See full address

About this event

Change is all around us, reshaping our industry, our audiences and the way we speak.

PSA Yorkshire invites you aboard to explore how professional speakers can not only weather shifting tides but harness them. Together, we’ll chart a new course to resilience, relevance, and deeper impact.

Anchored in this year’s national theme, The Art of Connection, we’ll dive into fresh strategies for creating meaningful engagement with clients and audiences, even when the waters feel uncertain.

Expect practical insights, lively discussion, and the chance to strengthen connections with fellow speakers navigating similar currents.

Join us as we set sail — ready to adapt, evolve, and thrive on the sea of change.

Keynote speakers

Dominic Colenso
Dominic Colenso

An expert storyteller, Dominic is especially known for his work with clients in the tech, finance and professional services sectors, helping detail focused, subject matter experts, find their voice and deliver compelling leadership and sales narratives.

Beginning his career as a professional actor, Dominic worked extensively on stage and screen before training as a director at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London. Performing in many of the UK’s leading theatres including The National Theatre and The Royal Court, he has appeared on film in everything from BBC period dramas to big budget action movies. He is best known for playing Virgil Tracy in the Hollywood adaptation of Thunderbirds with Bill Paxton and Sir Ben Kingsley.

For over 10 years Dominic has been using this experience to help businesses unlock the performance of their people. His work with leaders, managers and sales teams has transformed the way they show up both in person and in front of the camera. Drawing on the methodology in his bestselling book “IMPACT: How to be more confident, increase your influence and know what to say under pressure”, Dominic shares an actionable toolkit to help people excel in the spotlight.

Event agenda

09:00
Networking over a cuppa
09:30
Event starts with welcome and introductions
13:00
Meeting closes

The venue

Get in touch with the organiser

Simon Day

Regional President - PSA Yorkshire

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PSA Yorkshire February 2026: Sailing on a sea of change

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