2026 VSAI Annual General Meeting

The VSAI AGM is more than just a formal meeting — it is a meaningful gathering of global speaking professionals, thought leaders, and communication experts coming together to reflect on our journey, reset our vision, and reimagine the future of the speaking industry.

Beyond the agenda and reports, it is a space for connection, collaboration, and conversations that inspire growth, innovation, and greater impact across the global speaking community.

As part of the session, join us in welcoming Adrienne Gibson as she takes the stage with her insightful topic:

“The Room Is Global. Are You? — A Speaker’s Guide to Cultural Fluency”

Culture is always in the room. The question is whether you're aware of it.

Most speakers craft their talks with one audience in mind — usually one that looks, thinks, and responds like them. But in a global speaking world, that assumption costs you connection, credibility, and impact.

In this session, Adrienne draws on 30 years of experience working across more than 100 countries to show you how culture shapes the way your audiences listen, trust, and engage — and what to do about it. Whether you're brand new to speaking or a seasoned professional, you'll walk away seeing every audience differently.

Key Takeaways

• Why your “default” audience is costing you — and how to spot it

• The cultural dimensions that matter most for speakers, made simple and practical

• How to adapt your humour, storytelling, and engagement style without losing your voice

About Adrienne

Thirty years. 100+ countries. Five continents. From boardrooms, workshops, coaching conversations, and keynote stages, Adrienne is a globally recognised expert in what truly connects people across cultures — and what gets in the way.

A Fellow of the PSA UK & Ireland, Adrienne has delivered keynotes and workshops across five continents, led large-scale global transformations, and brings rare depth to the subject — grounded in both academic rigour and decades of real-world practice. Cultural fluency isn't a framework she teaches. It's how she works.

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