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NSA FOUNDATION INC

TEMPE, AZ · EIN 860448434 · Form 990 · FY2020 · Small ($100K-$1M) · www.nsaspeaker.org
revenue
$480K
expenses
$269K
net assets
$5.5M
employees
0
volunteers
20
program ratio
81%
mission · from form 990

THE PROFESSIONAL SPEAKER BENEFIT FUND PROVIDES ASSISTANCE TO NSA MEMBERS OR THEIR FAMILIES. FUNDS ARE INTENDED FOR MEMBERS AND THEIR FAMILIES WHO MAY BE INDIGENT, FACE CATASTROPHIC HEALTH EMERGENCIES, LOSSES DUE TO FIRE/EARTHQUAKES/TORNADOS/ETC OR OUTLIVE THEIR ASSETS.

profile · synthesized from sources

This organization, the National Speakers Association (NSA), is a professional membership association for speakers, authors, trainers, consultants, and coaches. It provides resources, training, networking opportunities, and business tools to help members develop their speaking skills and build their businesses. NSA offers a digital vault of content, conferences, and various member benefits.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2020

what they reported doing

Program narrative the organization filed with the IRS. Ordered by program spending.

  1. #1 primary $30K
    THE SCHOLARSHIP FUND IS USED TO ENCOURAGE STUDENTS IN THE FIELD OF PROFESSIONAL SPEAKING. FUNDS ARE GIVEN TO JUNIORS, SENIORS AND GRADUATE STUDENTS MAJORING IN SPEECH OR A DIRECTLY RELATED FIELD.
  2. #2 $0
    THE PROFESSIONAL SPEAKER BENEFIT FUND PROVIDES ASSISTANCE TO NSA MEMBERS OR THEIR FAMILIES. FUNDS ARE INTENDED FOR MEMBERS AND THEIR FAMILIES WHO MAY BE INDIGENT, FACE CATASTROPHIC HEALTH EMERGENCIES, CATASTROPHIC LOSSES DUE TO FIRE, EARTHQUAKES, TORNADOS, ETC., OR OUTLIVE THEIR ASSETS.
named programs · 14 · from sources

what they call their work

Certified Speaking Professional™ Directory
A directory showcasing CSPs, promoted to meeting planners and decision-makers as a resource for finding qualified speakers.
Community Groups
Groups for members to connect with peers, swap ideas, and ask questions.
Local Chapters
Provides opportunities for members to establish connections with other professional speakers in their area.
Mic Swap
Monthly opportunity for members to meet, connect, share ideas, and find solutions for business challenges.
NSA Conferences
Events featuring keynote presentations, breakout sessions, and idea-sharing opportunities to help members build better businesses and be better speakers.
NSA Digital Vault
A comprehensive collection of online knowledge, wisdom, courses, resources, and tools (including sample contracts) for members, available on demand.
NSA Foundation
The philanthropic arm of the National Speakers Association, serving members and their families, as well as the larger global community.
NSA Health Trust
Allows eligible members and licensed businesses to access high-quality medical, dental, and vision plans through group purchasing.
NSA Member Savings Marketplace
A platform offering exclusive discounts, trusted service providers, and valuable business tools curated for professional speakers.
New Member Cohorts
Groups for first-year members to build community, learn about benefits, and discuss business challenges.
Speakernomics
The official podcast of the National Speakers Association, offering weekly tips, insights, and knowledge for speakers.
Speakers Open Mic
Monthly event for members to workshop their comedy, stories, or presentations.
Voices of Experience Blog
A blog featuring articles by NSA members for speakers, covering topics like public speaking, business development, and marketing.
Webinars
Virtual interactive presentations with industry experts focused on helping members become better speakers and build better businesses.
activities · 8 clusters

what they do

  • Podcast and Video Interview Production 2 activities
    • Produce and distribute interview series
      Produces and distributes exclusive interview series such as 'Global Perspectives: Navigating International Opportunities' and 'CPAE Spotlights' featuring industry experts and Hall of Fame speaker members, accessible through the Digital Vault.
    • Produce and distribute interview series
      Produces and distributes exclusive interview series such as 'Global Perspectives: Navigating International Opportunities' and 'CPAE Spotlights' featuring industry experts and Hall of Fame speaker members, accessible through the Digital Vault.
  • Member Benefits and Support Services 2 activities
    • Provide discounted business tools and services
      Offers NSA members exclusive discounts on various business tools and services, including Zoom, Constant Contact, HP, Talkadot, CastMagic, CRMs, and booking software, through its NSA Marketplace partner network.
    • Provide discounted business tools and services
      Offers NSA members exclusive discounts on various business tools and services, including Zoom, Constant Contact, HP, Talkadot, CastMagic, CRMs, and booking software, through its NSA Marketplace partner network.
  • Professional Development & Certification Programs 1 activity
    • Deliver business growth and speaker development training
      Delivers live and on-demand training through webinar series like "Build a Better Business" (covering sales, marketing, systems, pricing) and "Be a Better Speaker" (improving performance, presence, storytelling) to help members grow their businesses and enhance their speaking abilities.
  • Entrepreneurship Accelerator & Training Programs 1 activity
    • Deliver business growth training
      Offers live and on-demand business growth training through the "Build a Better Business" webinar series, covering topics such as sales, marketing, systems, and pricing for professional speakers.
  • Member Discounted Event Access 1 activity
    • Offer discounted conference access
      Provides exclusive member pricing for NSA conferences and events, granting access to stages, workshops, and networking experiences.
  • Group Insurance and Benefits Access 1 activity
    • Offer discounted insurance and healthcare plans
      Provides NSA members with access to general liability insurance coverage up to $1,000,000 for $225 annually, as well as discounted healthcare, vision, and dental plans.
  • Member Networking & Communication Services 1 activity
    • Organize networking events and conferences
      Organizes private monthly networking events, including Mic Swaps, Open Mics, and curated member-only meetups, and offers exclusive member pricing for NSA conferences and events to facilitate relationship building and provide access to stages and workshops.
  • Uncategorized 5 activities
    • Conduct speaker development sessions
      Delivers speaker development sessions through the "Be a Better Speaker" webinar series to help members improve their performance, presence, and storytelling skills.
    • Curate and provide professional development resources
      Provides NSA members with access to a centralized digital library of vetted resources, including past conference recordings, training materials, expert content, contracts, templates, and training videos, to help them grow their businesses and improve their speaking skills.
    • Offer discounted insurance and healthcare plans
      Provides NSA members with access to discounted general liability insurance coverage up to $1,000,000 annually, as well as discounted healthcare, vision, and dental plans.
    • Organize networking events
      Organizes private monthly networking events, including Mic Swaps, Open Mics, and curated member-only meetups, to facilitate relationship building among professional speakers.
    • Provide access to a digital resource library
      Curates and maintains a centralized digital vault of vetted resources for professional speakers, including past conference recordings, training materials, expert content, contracts, templates, and training videos.
financials · form 990 · fy2020

the money

revenue
Total revenue$480K
Contributions & grants$29K6%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$452K94%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$269K
Program expenses81%
Admin / overhead19%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$204K
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$5.48M
Cash$616K
Investments$4.86M
Liabilities$57
Net assets$5.48M
Liquid reserves244.3 mo
2 years on record · 2019–2020 · YoY revenue +157.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2020

who runs it

board members · 16
  • AL WALKER CSP CPAE — IMED PAST CHAIR
  • CHAD HYMAS — Trustee
  • ED ROBINSON CSP — Trustee
  • EILEEN MCDARGH CSP CPAE — Trustee
  • FRANCIS BOLOGNA CPA — Trustee
  • GERARD BRAUD — Trustee
  • JANE HERLONG CSP CPAE — Trustee
  • JIM PANCERO CSP CPAE — Chairman
  • KAREN CASEY CARPENTER — Trustee
  • LIZ WEBER CSP — Trustee
  • MARC A PITMAN CSP — Trustee
  • NIDO QUBEIN CSP CPAE — FNDR CHR EMERIT
  • PAMELA JETT CSP — Trustee
  • PATRICK HENRY CSP — Trustee
  • RICK JAKLE CSP — Trustee
  • SHIRLEY DAVIS CSP — Trustee
relationships · 6

who they work with

  • CastMagic Partner — Provides exclusive discounts on CastMagic services to NSA members.
  • Constant Contact Partner — Offers up to 25% savings on email marketing plans to NSA members.
  • HP Partner — Provides special pricing on HP products and services for NSA members.
  • NSA North Texas Partner — Donated content for the CPAE Spotlights interview series in the Digital Vault.
  • Talkadot Partner — Offers exclusive discounts on Talkadot services to NSA members.
  • Zoom Partner — Provides exclusive discounts on Zoom plans for larger meetings and webinars to NSA members.