EVERYTHING WE WISH WE KNEW EARLIER
Most people learn speaking through years of trial and error. We don't think you should have to.
Over four weeks, Roy Hall Jr., Dr. VaLarie Humphrey, and industry experts will teach you the techniques, strategies, and business practices they've spent decades refining. From message development, storytelling, and audience engagement to branding, marketing, pricing, contracts, and the business of speaking, you'll leave with practical tools you can use immediately.
Whether your goal is to become a professional keynote speaker or simply communicate more effectively in the opportunities you've already been given, you'll gain a framework that will serve you for years to come.
THE PROGRAM I WAS ASKED TO BUILD
After almost every keynote, someone would wait until the room cleared and ask a version of the same question.
"How do I become a better speaker?"
"Can you coach me?"
Those conversations happened so often that I realized people weren't just looking for inspiration, they were looking for someone to help them develop as speakers. Then another question started coming up:
"Did you have a speaking coach?"
The answer was yes. Dr. VaLarie Humphrey.
Together, we've combined decades of experience in speaking, coaching, leadership, and communication to create a four-week experience designed to help you grow faster, avoid common mistakes, and become the communicator you're capable of becoming.
"The most powerful messages are lived before they're ever spoken."
Dr. VaLarie Humphrey
WHAT MAKES THE SPEAKER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM DIFFERENT?
REAL
COACHING
You'll receive honest feedback, practical coaching, and personalized guidance throughout the program. Every session is designed to help you become a more effective speaker and communicator.
COMPLETE
DEVELOPMENT
Speaking is only part of the journey. You'll learn how to develop your message, grow your brand, market your expertise, and build a sustainable speaking business.
EXCLUSIVE
BY DESIGN
With only 10 participants, every person is coached, challenged, and known. You'll receive the time, attention, and honest feedback that's difficult to find
in larger programs.
SPEAKER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
YOU ALREADY HAVE SOMETHING TO SAY
Whether you're leading a team, presenting an idea, teaching a classroom, leading a meeting, or stepping onto a keynote stage, people are more likely to remember the stories you tell than the points you list.
The challenge isn't having experiences worth sharing. It's learning how to shape those experiences into stories that reinforce your message, connect with your audience, and inspire people to think differently, lead differently, or take action.
Facts inform. Stories endure. People rarely remember bullet points. They remember the story that gave those points meaning.
That's what the Roy Hall Jr. Speaker Development Program is designed to help you do.
MEET YOUR COACHES
ROY HALL JR.
NATIONAL KEYNOTE SPEAKER
MARKETING SPECIALIST
SPEAKING COACH
Roy has delivered hundreds of keynote presentations across corporate, education, nonprofit, healthcare, and leadership organizations nationwide. But his greatest strength isn't delivering speeches. It's helping others discover theirs.
Through years on stages, in executive boardrooms, and coaching leaders, Roy has developed a practical framework for building messages that connect deeply, inspire action, and leave a lasting impression.
He'll help you sharpen your stories, strengthen your message, and become the kind of speaker audiences remember.
DR. VALARIE HUMPHREY
EXECUTIVE SPEAKING COACH
INTERNATIONAL KEYNOTE SPEAKER
COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST
For more than 25 years, Dr. VaLarie Humphrey has helped leaders, educators, professionals, and
aspiring speakers communicate with greater confidence, clarity, and influence.
A certified speaker, speaker coach, leadership consultant, and DISC Certified Trainer, she has coached hundreds of individuals to refine their message, strengthen their presence, and
transform their knowledge into presentations
that inspire action.
Known for her direct coaching style and honest feedback, Dr. Val challenges speakers to raise their standard, refine their craft, and become more effective communicators.
GUEST EXPERTS
Chris Herbert
Pendulum PR
Partner/Owner
Chris will share the behind-the-scenes strategies that help build a successful speaking business. From contracts and client relationships to scheduling, logistics, and creating an exceptional experience for every client.
Stefan Thomas
Thomas-Ingram Law Group
Partner/Owner
Stefan will teach you how to protect your speaking business through strong contracts, clear expectations, and sound business practices, helping you build a foundation that supports long-term success.
Sam Silverman
ZRO-G
Founding Partner/Owner
Sam will show you how to build a brand that reflects your message, communicates your value, and positions you for greater opportunities, so people remember who you are long after you've finished speaking.
Caroline Bennett
Caroline Inspires
Owner
Caroline will help you discover your unique voice, identify the audiences you're best equipped to serve, and communicate in a way that is both authentic and impactful.
THE PROGRAM
SESSION ONE
BUILD THE FOUNDATION
AUGUST 29
Before you worry about stage presence or delivery, you need a message that's clear and true to who you are. In this session, we'll work together to uncover the message you want to share, identify who you're trying to reach, and find the stories that bring your experiences to life. Then we'll begin putting it all together as you start writing your keynote, one piece at a time, with intention and clarity.
SESSION TWO
VIRTUAL COACHING
SEPTEMBER 2
This session is built around real-time coaching, honest feedback, and practical adjustments that strengthen both your message and your delivery. We'll identify what's working, uncover what's getting in the way, and make intentional revisions that move your speech forward. You'll leave with clear next steps, a stronger keynote, and a process you can continue to use: refine, rewrite, repeat.
SESSION THREE
VIRTUAL COACHING #2
SEPTEMBER 9
During this session, you'll continue to practice presenting your speech, refining your stories, and receive coaching on your delivery, pacing, transitions, and presence. We'll also set aside time for questions, challenges, and individual feedback so you leave with greater clarity on what to keep improving before
our final in-person session.
SESSION FOUR
FINAL INTENSIVE
SEPTEMBER 19
This is where everything comes together. You'll step onto the stage, present your message, and receive honest, actionable feedback from Roy Hall Jr., Dr. VaLarie Humphrey, and your fellow participants. We'll fine-tune the final details, celebrate the progress you've made, and help you identify the next steps for continuing to grow as a speaker. You'll leave with a keynote you can confidently continue developing and a clear roadmap for what's next.
SPEAKER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
YOU'LL LEAVE WITH MORE THAN A SPEECH.
YOU'LL LEAVE READY.
YOUR MESSAGE
✔️ A clearly defined signature message
✔️ Memorable stories that reinforce your message
✔️ Stronger presentation structure
✔️ Greater audience connection
✔️ Practical communication principles
✔️ A framework you can continue refining
YOUR
DELIVERY
✔️ Increased stage presence
✔️ More engaging presentations
✔️ Stronger storytelling techniques
✔️ Effective audience engagement
✔️ Practical delivery coaching
✔️ Personalized speaking feedback
YOUR BUSINESS
✔️ Branding and positioning
✔️ Speaking fees and pricing strategy
✔️ Marketing and proposal strategy
✔️ Website recommendations
✔️ Contracts and negotiation fundamentals
✔️ A roadmap for growing your opportunities
YOUR NETWORK
✔️ Personal coaching from Roy Hall Jr.
✔️ Personal coaching from Dr. VaLarie Humphrey
✔️ A cohort of professionals committed to growth
✔️ Meaningful relationships beyond the program
✔️ Invitation to future alumni gatherings
✔️ A trusted network of speakers and leaders
BUILT DIFFERENTLY
The best speaker development programs don't just teach presentations.
They develop communicators, leaders, and professionals.
MOST PROGRAMS
❌ Large classrooms
❌ Generic information
❌ Presentation Skills
❌ One instructor
❌ Practice encouraged
❌ Generic Feedback
❌ Networking Event
❌ Templates
❌ Finish the course
ROY HALL JR.
SPEAKER
DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
✔️ Limited to 10 participants
✔️ Personalized coaching
✔️ Complete speaker development
✔️ Multi-disciplinary coaching team
✔️ DISC Communication Assessment
✔️ Practice is expected
✔️ Personalized feedback
✔️ Lasting professional relationships
✔️ Individual strategy
✔️ Continue building your career
WHY ONLY TEN PARTICIPANTS?
There are easier ways to teach speaking. You can fill a ballroom, stand on a stage, and spend the day presenting. That's not what we're building.
The Roy Hall Jr. Speaker Development Program is designed for people who want more than information. It's for professionals who are willing to do the work, refining their message, receiving honest feedback, challenging their thinking, and developing the communication skills that will serve them for years to come.
With only 10 participants, every person has the opportunity to present, ask questions, receive individualized coaching, and learn alongside a group of professionals who are equally committed to developing as a speaker. That level of attention simply isn't possible in a room of hundreds.
We could make the program bigger. We believe it would make it worse.
INVEST IN A SKILL YOU'LL USE FOR THE REST OF YOUR CAREER
Whether you're leading a meeting, presenting an idea, teaching a classroom, or building a professional speaking business, your ability to communicate will shape countless opportunities throughout your career.
This program is designed to give you practical coaching, proven strategies, and a framework you'll continue using long after the four weeks are over.
This isn't an expense. It's an investment in a skill you'll use for the rest of your life.
SPEAKER DEVELOPMENT
PROGRAM
A PREMIUM 4-WEEK EXPERIENCE
✅ Two in-person coaching sessions
✅ Two live virtual coaching sessions
✅ Personal coaching from Roy Hall Jr.
✅ Personal coaching from Dr. VaLarie Humphrey
✅ Guest expert instruction
✅ Speaker workbook
✅ DISC Communication Assessment
✅ Personalized feedback
✅ Small cohort experience (10 participants)
✅ Professional network and ongoing relationships
ONLY $2,497
Enrollment closes once all 10 seats are filled.
Frequently Asked Questions
YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY DESERVES YOUR BEST
Whether you're leading a meeting, delivering a keynote, teaching a classroom, or presenting your vision, how you communicate matters. Invest in the skills that will serve you for the rest of your career.
SPEAKER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
$2,497 | LIMITED TO 10 PARTICIPANTS
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