Global Speakers University
A Specialized Communications, Leadership Training and Development Institution
Certified Professional Speaker Program (CPSP)
Certification sets you apart from the crowd and distinguishes you as a highly trained, skillful speaker.
SpeakerCEO™ Membership
A 12-month immersive experience for leaders, visionaries, and changemakers ready to amplify their voice, increase their visibility, and imprint on the world.
Individual Speaker Training
Our Individual Speaker Coaching service is tailored to address the unique needs and goals of each speaker.
Speech Prep Coaching
Speech Prep Coaching is designed to assist speakers at any stage of their speech preparation process.
GSU Mission
To develop one million world-class women speakers (and a few good men), who transform their voices into impact, legacy and revenue.
GSU Vision
The vision of GSU is to be the leading provider of public speaking and communication training globally, recognized for developing proficient speakers who can leave a lasting impact on their audiences. This vision is supported by a comprehensive curriculum that integrates theoretical knowledge with practical applications, tailored to meet the unique needs of professionals across various industries.
Dr. Cheryl Wood
Visionary
INTEGRITY
RESPECT
EXCELLENCE
INCLUSIVITY
COLLABORATION
POSITIVITY
ACCOUNTABILITY
ENGAGEMENT
GSU Core Values
Founded Upon 3 Core Pillars
Skill Enhancement
Through a series of workshops, seminars, and one-on-one coaching sessions, GSU helps participants refine their speaking skills, learn to manage public speaking anxiety, and develop persuasive communication techniques.
Leadership Development
By focusing on public speaking, GSU fosters leadership qualities in its participants, equipping them to take on leadership roles within their organizations and industries by being effective communicators.
Career Advancement
The university emphasizes the importance of strong communication skills as a critical tool for career progression and success. The training provided aims to open new opportunities for professional growth and networking.
GSU utilizes advanced training methodologies, including immersive learning environments, peer feedback sessions, and access to a network of experienced speakers and mentors. The university also stays abreast of the latest research in communication and public speaking to continuously update its programs, ensuring that they remain relevant and impactful. Through its focused mission, forward-looking vision, and robust educational offerings, Global Speakers University strives to set a new standard in communication excellence, empowering its graduates to become leaders of change and innovation in their respective fields.
Are You Speaker Ready?
2026 Scholarship Winners
We’re Proud of Our
2026 NexGen Emerging Female Leaders Fellowship
We proudly awarded $108,000 in scholarships to
9 exceptional young women selected for our
GSU NextGen Emerging Female Leaders Fellowship
(January-December 2026).
2026 GSU LeadershIp Team
Meet Our
Leadership Team
Join us in celebrating this powerful team of servant leaders stepping forward to support our global community. We are grateful for their willingness to lead, serve, and pour into the GSU community.
ACCOUNTABILITY
COLLABORATION
EXCELLENCE
ENGAGEMENT
INCLUSIVITY
INTEGRITY
POSITIVITY
RESPECT
2026 GSU LeadershIp Team
Meet Our Leadership Team
Director of Community
Engagement
Ranieka Weston
Director of Media &
Public Relations
Dr. Eric L. Holmes
Director of
Administration
Stacey D.M. Shaw
Director of Financial Growth
& Retention Strategy
Erica Lane
Director of Digital Learning
& Technology Integration
Lucille Reddic
15k+
Project Completed
150+
Certified Specialists
14k+
Satisfied Clients
86k+
Service Locations
Director of Membership
& Onboarding
Sharlane L.
Tolbert
Director of
Sponsorship
Tanya Y.
Pritchett
Director of Alumni
Relations
Debra
Bell-Campbell
Director of Training & Curriculum Development
Dr. Krystal
Vernee'
Director of Social Media
& Brand Strategy
Martina Britt
Yelverton
Committee Member
Membership and
Onboarding
Dr. Detashia S.
Coleman
Committee Member
Training and Curriculum
Development
Angela
Williams
2026 Global
Speakers University
Leadership
Team
Committee Member
Community Engagement, Training & Curriculum Development
Joyce
Awuro-Tani
Committee Member
Alumni
Relations
Grace
Quarshi
"There's NO PLACE LIKE GSU!"
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The vision of GSU is to be the leading provider of public speaking and communication training globally, recognized for developing proficient speakers who can leave a lasting impact on their audiences.
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8787 Branch Ave Ste 213
Office Location
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Clinton, MD 20735
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