The Public Speaking Academy is a passionate organisation dedicated to all spoken word, presentation and communication skills – enabling people from all walks of life to become confident and exciting speakers.
Professional Speech Coaches
Our trainers are Professional Speakers and Coaches. Our approach is practical not lecture based, not only will we teach what is most relevant but do so in a creative positive environment. Resulting in sharp shifts in your confidence and speaking delivery.
How We Can Help You
Our training uniquely combines highly interactive small group work with coaching for your individual needs. As professional speakers we will model what works for you. You benefit from our experience without the associated challenges or time costs, transforming your ability quickly in a safe environment.
Positive, Supportive
Our courses are always held in a positive and supportive atmosphere – creating a team bias for you to succeed. You learn from tutors, other delegates and through self reflection during intense coaching sessions.
Proven Results
All our delegates experience speaking transformation – see our post-course videos for testament of this. And many delegates return to us to continue their speaking journey.
We are committed to helping all our clients become the very best and in doing so maintaining our reputation as the Home of World Class Speaking.
Meet The Directors
Lee Furness Entrepreneur. Adventurer. Carver.
As an award winning entrepreneur Lee has coached hundreds to business success. A man with stories to tell, having climbed the Himalayas and hitch hiked the length of Africa. His passion for personal development shines through.
Billal Jamil Comedian. Boxer. Leader.
An award winning keynote speaker and conference facilitator. Coach to leading figures in the legal and political community. Billal has led a 5000+ staff organization and shared the stage with Tony Blair and Charles Clarke (Home Secretary).
Anthony Mercer Designer. Rock Star. Geek.
A lifelong passion for audio and visual communication. Anthony runs conference events, delivering stunning presentations and investment pitches (Think Steve Jobs with a smile).