GLOBAL SPEAKERS SUMMIT
AUTHOR
SHOWCASE
PROSPECTUS
4
Days
400
Attendees
70
Speaking Slots
30
Countries
INTRODUCING THE GLOBAL SPEAKERS SUMMIT 2026
Professional Speakers Australia’s most anticipated gathering of visionary minds and industry luminaries. The Global Speakers Summit encapsulates the expansive reach and influence that professional speakers wield on audiences worldwide. As the ultimate platform for leaders in the speaking profession—and the brands that empower them—this event is poised to set new benchmarks in reach, relevance, and results.
SHOWcase Your Book, Elevate Your Brand
The Global Speakers Summit 2026 is a premier event bringing together the world’s top professional speakers, thought leaders, and influencers. As an author, you have a unique opportunity to showcase your book, amplify your credibility, and engage directly with an audience eager for fresh insights and expertise.
We are offering only nine (9) exclusive Author Showcase opportunities, designed to provide you with high-impact visibility and an unparalleled platform to connect with global decision-makers in the speaking industry.
Why Participate in the Author Showcase?
Unparalleled Visibility – Be seen on the main stage in front of an engaged, global audience.
High-Quality Content – Leverage professional video and photos for your future promotions.
Direct Audience Engagement – Sell books, build connections, and create lasting impact.
Prestige & Exclusivity – Stand out as one of only six featured authors at this world-class event.
For more information, please contact Sally Foley-Lewis on [email protected]
GSS 2026 AT A GLANCE
FRIDAY: WORKSHOPS
Step into a dynamic environment where hundreds of top-tier global speaking professionals and thought leaders gather for an electrifying day of insights and innovation.
Workshops packed with actionable strategies, cutting-edge methodologies, and business growth tactics.
Special invite only events for Early Adopters and First-Timers.
Global Speakers Federation Board Meeting.
SATURDAY: INTERNATIONAL SPEAKERS CELEBRATION DAY
Attendees will be invited to express their culture and national identity throughout the day.
FRIDAY EVENING: Global Speakers Summit 2026 Launch
Only minutes walk from the Cairns Convention Centre and most accommodation, gather at the famous Hemmingway on the waterfront to celebrate the officIal launch of the Global Speakers Summit 2026. Sponsoring this event will put your brand front and centre of all attendees, allowing you to engage directly with the delegates.
SUNDAY MARCH 15TH: MARKET DAY
Local merchants will be invited to set up a small stall. This gives sponsors and partners an opportunity to connect with local businesses in addition to the GSS attendees.
MARCH 14TH - 16TH: SUMMIT DAYS
Three full days of immersive learning, networking, and inspiration. With a powerful mix of keynotes, breakout sessions, panels and more, led by internationally acclaimed speakers and thought leaders, these three days will redefine what it means to lead in the speaking industry.
MONDAY NIGHT: PSA Gala Dinner and Annual Awards
As the sun sets, the spotlight shifts to the Professional Speakers Australia Gala Dinner and Annual Awards. This glamorous evening offers more than fine dining andentertainment; it’s a prime networking opportunity where your brand can shine being associated with honouring star performers and award recipients. This is a formalevening attire event: as an international event all attendees will be invited to wear evening formal with a hint of their nationality.
GSS 2026 AT A GLANCE
FRIDAY: WORKSHOPS
Step into a dynamic environment where hundreds of top-tier global speaking professionals and thought leaders gather for an electrifying day of insights and innovation.
Workshops packed with actionable strategies, cutting-edge methodologies, and business growth tactics.
Special invite only events for Early Adopters and First-Timers.
Global Speakers Federation Board Meeting.
FRIDAY EVENING: Global Speakers Summit 2026 Launch
Only minutes walk from the Cairns Convention Centre and most accommodation, gather at the famous Hemmingway on the waterfront to celebrate the officIal launch of theGlobal Speakers Summit 2026. Sponsoring this event will put your brand front and centre of all attendees, allowing you to engage directly with the delegates.
SATURDAY: INTERNATIONAL SPEAKERS CELEBRATION DAY
Attendees will be invited to express their culture and national identity throughout the day.
SUNDAY MARCH 15TH: MARKET DAY
Local merchants will be invited to set up a small stall. This gives sponsors and partners an opportunity to connect with local businesses in addition to the GSS attendees.
MARCH 14TH - 16TH: SUMMIT DAYS
Three full days of immersive learning, networking, and inspiration. With a powerful mix of keynotes, breakout sessions, panels and more, led by internationally acclaimed speakers and thought leaders, these three days will redefine what it means to lead in the speaking industry.
MONDAY NIGHT: PSA Gala Dinner and Annual Awards
As the sun sets, the spotlight shifts to the Professional Speakers Australia Gala Dinner and Annual Awards. This glamorous evening offers more than fine dining andentertainment; it’s a prime networking opportunity where your brand can shine being associated with honouring star performers and award recipients. This is a formalevening attire event: as an international event all attendees will be invited to wear evening formal with a hint of their nationality.
AUTHOR SHOWCASE PACKAGE
ONLY 9 SLOTS AVAILABLE
$ 3,000 USD / $ 4,700 AUD
Payment Plan also available in USD/AUD:
$1,000 USD upfront, then pay $400 USD/month for the next 5 months.
or
$1,000 AUD upfront, then pay $740 AUD/month for the next 5 months.
Pre-Summit Promotion
Gain exposure before the event with featured social media promotion across the summit’s official channels, reaching a global audience of speakers, event organisers, and business leaders.Full Page Spread in the Summit eZine
Your book will be featured in a full-page spread in the Global Speakers Summit eZine, which is publicly posted and distributed to every speaker in every GSF member association across the world.
Editorial Feature in the Summit eZine
Increase your visibility with a dedicated editorial feature in the summit eZine, showcasing your thought leadership and insights to a worldwide audience.Author Showcase Page in Summit eZine 4th Edition
Your participation in the Author Showcase will be highlighted in the 4th edition of the Summit eZine, which will serve as a hardcopy notebook and promotional combination. This keepsake edition will be provided to all delegates, ensuring your book and brand remain top-of-mind long after the event.
Exclusive Mainstage Spotlight – 5-Minute Author Interview
Your moment in the spotlight! Participate in a 5-minute interview on the main stage, conducted by a professional host. This segment will be video-recorded, giving you valuable content to share on your platforms and extend your reach beyond the event.Professional Photo Shoot (3 Images)
Enhance your professional portfolio with a high-quality, 3-image photo session conducted by our official event photographer. Perfect for your website, book promotions, and social media marketing.
A3 Framed Book Cover Mock-Up
Showcase your book in style! Receive a beautifully framed A3-sized mock-up of your book cover to display at the event and take home as a lasting promotional asset.Authors Corner: Dedicated Shared Trade Table & Display Space in the Sponsors Area
Engage directly with attendees at your dedicated trade table space in the sponsors' area. Display your book, interact with potential buyers, and foster meaningful connections with fellow speakers, industry professionals, and event delegates for the duration of the GSS 2026. Grab selfies with your book and other world-class influencers!
AUTHOR SHOWCASE PACKAGE
ONLY 9 SLOTS AVAILABLE
$ 3,000 USD /
$ 4,700 AUD
Payment Plan also available in USD/AUD:
$1,000 USD upfront, then pay $400 USD/month for the next 5 months.
or
$1,000 AUD upfront, then pay $740 AUD/month for the next 5 months.
Pre-Summit Promotion
Gain exposure before the event with featured social media promotion across the summit’s official channels, reaching a global audience of speakers, event organisers, and business leaders.Full Page Spread in the Summit eZine
Your book will be featured in a full-page spread in the Global Speakers Summit eZine, which is publicly posted and distributed to every speaker in every GSF member association across the world.
Editorial Feature in the Summit eZine
Increase your visibility with a dedicated editorial feature in the summit eZine, showcasing your thought leadership and insights to a worldwide audience.Author Showcase Page in Summit eZine 4th Edition
Your participation in the Author Showcase will be highlighted in the 4th edition of the Summit eZine, which will serve as a hardcopy notebook and promotional combination. This keepsake edition will be provided to all delegates, ensuring your book and brand remain top-of-mind long after the event.
Exclusive Mainstage Spotlight – 5-Minute Author Interview
Your moment in the spotlight! Participate in a 5-minute interview on the main stage, conducted by a professional host. This segment will be video-recorded, giving you valuable content to share on your platforms and extend your reach beyond the event.Professional Photo Shoot (3 Images)
Enhance your professional portfolio with a high-quality, 3-image photo session conducted by our official event photographer. Perfect for your website, book promotions, and social media marketing.
A3 Framed Book Cover Mock-Up
Showcase your book in style! Receive a beautifully framed A3-sized mock-up of your book cover to display at the event and take home as a lasting promotional asset.Authors Corner: Dedicated Shared Trade Table & Display Space in the Sponsors Area
Engage directly with attendees at your dedicated trade table space in the sponsors' area. Display your book, interact with potential buyers, and foster meaningful connections with fellow speakers, industry professionals, and event delegates for the duration of the GSS 2026. Grab selfies with your book and other world-class influencers!
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Your book must have been published in the 18 months directly prior to 15th March 2026: that is, published between 15th September 2024 and 15th March 2026.
You must have a hardcopy version of your book. ePub, eBook and Kindle only is not accepted.
You must be a current financial member of your home speaker association.
This is a first come, first serve offer: all components need to be supplied in the application form. The Author Showcase Team will not follow up. A fully completed form will trigger an invoice with payment due within 14 days. This secures your Author Showcase spot in the GSS program.
A failure to show, is a forfeiture of full payment. All elements of the Author Showcase Package that do not require your physical presence will be fulfilled; ie if you are not there for the Exclusive Mainstage Spotlight – 5-Minute Author Interview and 3 photo shoot then you forfeit these component. All other asynchronous elements will be fulfilled.
You will be responsible for staffing and operating your Authors Corner: Dedicated Shared Trade Table & Display Space in the Sponsors Area. PSA and the GSF will not take responsibility for anything beyond providing the space for you.
Up until 45 days prior to event commencementIf your circumstances change and you can no longer attend, you can request a refund, minus a 25% administration fee.
Your allocated showcase time slot - stage time - will be conducted via a random draw.
As this is hosted by PSA, you are attending a PSA event, therefore we consider you to be part of the PSA community... welcome to our community. This includes the responsibility to act in accordance with our Values in Action Policy here and our PSA Code of Conduct here.
We work hard to ensure you receive exceptional value.If you have any thoughts or suggestions for improvement or other mutually beneficial opportunities please discuss them with us.
No exclusivity applies: we will not be limiting authors by topic.
To discuss your Author Showcase opportunity please contact Sally Foley-Lewis on
[email protected]
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Your book must have been published in the 12 months directly prior to 15th March 2026.
You must have a hardcopy version of your book. ePub, eBook and Kindle only is not accepted.
You must be a current financial member of your home speaker association.
This is a first come, first serve offer: all components need to be supplied in the application form. The Author Showcase Team will not follow up. A fully completed form will trigger an invoice with payment due within 14 days. This secures your Author Showcase spot in the GSS program.
A failure to show, is a forfeiture of full payment. All elements of the Author Showcase Package that do not require your physical presence will be fulfilled; ie if you are not there for the Exclusive Mainstage Spotlight – 5-Minute Author Interview and 3 photo shoot then you forfeit these component. All other asynchronous elements will be fulfilled.
You will be responsible for staffing and operating your Authors Corner: Dedicated Shared Trade Table & Display Space in the Sponsors Area. PSA and the GSF will not take responsibility for anything beyond providing the space for you.
Up until 45 days prior to event commencementIf your circumstances change and you can no longer attend, you can request a refund, minus a 25% administration fee.
Your allocated showcase time slot - stage time - will be conducted via a random draw.
As this is hosted by PSA, you are attending a PSA event, therefore we consider you to be part of the PSA community... welcome to our community. This includes the responsibility to act in accordance with our Values in Action Policy here and our PSA Code of Conduct here.
We work hard to ensure you receive exceptional value.If you have any thoughts or suggestions for improvement or other mutually beneficial opportunities please discuss them with us.
No exclusivity applies: we will not be limiting authors by topic.
To discuss your Author Showcase opportunity please contact Sally Foley-Lewis on
[email protected]
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