Doug Dvorak is a Certified Speaking Professional (CSP)

Doug Dvorak earned his Certified Speaking Professional designation through the National Speakers Association (NSA) early in his speaking career. The CSP is the hallmark of the expert who speaks professionally.

What is the CSP?

The Certified Speaking Professional designation, established in 1980, is the speaking industry’s international measure of professional platform skill.

The CSP is conferred by the National Speakers Association (NSA) only on those accomplished speakers who have earned it by meeting strict criteria.

The letters CSP following a speaker’s name indicate a speaking professional with proven experience who understands what is required and knows how to deliver client satisfaction

Why Should You Hire a Certified Speaking Professional?

It will make your job easier! The success of your meeting will be judged largely on the caliber, professionalism and appropriateness of the topic and presenter(s) you select. Choosing a Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) will maximize your opportunity of providing a speaker with a message that will focus, elevate and enhance the mission of your meeting and stick firmly in the memories, attitudes and action plans of your attendees.

How Many CSPs Are There?

Less than 8% of NSA’s 3500+ members hold this professional designation.

What Benefit Does a Certified Speaking Professional Bring to Your Meeting?

A CSP brings a proven track record of continuing speaking experience and expertise. CSP's are committed to ongoing education, outstanding service and ethical behavior. CSP's offer wide varieties of approaches, topics and styles. Only you can determine which speaker will best fit your needs. A Certified Speaking Professional provides a solid place with which to begin your search.

What are the Criteria to become a Certified Speaking Professional?

Every CSP must… Maintain membership in NSA and subscribe to its Code of Professional Ethics.
Serve a minimum of 100 different clients within 5 years.
Present a minimum of 250 professional speaking engagements within this same 5-year period.
Submit testimonial letters from clients served.