Welcome to NSA Kentucky!
Where professional speakers from Kentucky, Indiana, and Tennessee connect.
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The National Speakers Association (NSA) is the leading source for community, education and entrepreneurial business knowledge needed to be successful in the speaking profession.
For nearly 50 years, NSA has helped tens of thousands of speakers propel their business by answering these questions through professional development and unparalleled community.
As an affiliate chapter of the National Speakers Association, we follow their lead by bringing the world’s leading speakers together and offering programs that transform your speaking business.
A Welcome from our 2025-2026 Chapter President, Alyson VanHooser, CSP
Welcome to NSA Kentucky. I’m so glad you’re here.
If we haven’t met yet, I’m Alyson Van Hooser, and I have the honor of serving as President of the National Speakers Association Kentucky Chapter this year. For me, this role is personal.
I was first introduced to NSA Kentucky through my father-in-law and business partner, Phillip Van Hooser. He’s been a member of NSA for more than 35 years and served as President of NSA National. If you asked him what’s kept his business growing strong for decades, he’d tell you—without hesitation—it’s the people of NSA and the heart of local chapters like NSA KY. The relationships. The learning. The leadership. It’s all here, and it's here for you.
Now, after being involved with NSA KY for several years, I can echo the same sentiment -- that NSA -- especially the local chapter -- is an x-factor to building a thriving business in our world today. This year I get the chance to serve the very community that’s made such a difference in both our lives. And I don’t take that lightly.
Because here’s what I believe:
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When we support you… you’re empowered to chase your dreams.
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When you chase your dreams… you go out and make a greater impact on the world.
...And right now? The world desperately needs what we -- what YOU -- offer. And that’s why I believe what we’re doing inside NSA Kentucky really matters, and I'm excited to serve you!
Inside NSA KY (serving speakers in KY, TN, and IN), we're building a place where you can connect deeply, grow intentionally, and be fully supported—both as a speaker and as a business owner.
Whether you’re brand new or you’ve been around for years, I want you to know this is a space for you. And I’m just an email, call or text away if you ever need anything.
alyson@vanhooser.com
270-963-5519
Let’s make this year one to remember. I’m cheering you on every step of the way!
Alyson Van Hooser
President, NSA Kentucky Chapter
2025–2026
WE ARE NSA KY
Our membership is a collective of professional orators, emerging speakers and everyone in between. We serve individuals engaged in speaking, coaching, training, and consulting businesses.
We offer a variety of engagement opportunities, both in-person and virtually to accommodate anyone's availability and comfortability.
CHAPTER MEETINGS. We invite nationally-renowned guest speakers to share their expertise on business building, presentation skills, technical tools, book writing, and many other topics related to the business of speaking.
WEBINARS. In addition to the regular chapter meetings, we also host educational webinars led by national and local experts in the speaking world.
PRO SPEAKERS ACADEMY. This course, which can be taken remotely, includes sessions on every aspect of building your speaking business from the ground up. Read more.
NETWORKING EVENTS. From chapter chats to virtual and in-person happy hours, we love providing spaces for our members to share expertise, encouragement, and excitement with one another.
ANNUAL GALA. Every June, we throw a huge party to celebrate the close of our fiscal year. We share a meal, present the new Board of Directors, hand out awards, and celebrate with our fantastic community as we look forward to the successes of the next year.