Hi,
I
just got back from The National Speakers Association (NSA) Convention in Orlando
and Monday night was a night for the books.
On
July 18th the National Speakers Association honored me with the highest award in
the speaking industry, The Cavett Award! This award is presented annually to one
member of the association whose accomplishments and actions most closely
parallel the illustrious career of Cavett Robert, the founder of NSA.
Here
is the press release info...
"NSA
celebrated its 50th Anniversary this year, and Dr. Willie Jolley continues to
make history becoming the first African American man to win the Cavett! He
previously made history as the first African American to be president of the
Washington, DC Chapter of NSA, then the first African American to be elected to
the National Board of NSA, and finally, the first African American to chair the
Speaker Hall of Fame Leadership Committee.
"In
attendance for the awards ceremony was iconic speaker, Les Brown, who said,
"When I heard Willie's name called, I was so overwhelmed that I cried. I was in
tears because he is someone who truly deserves this award! He has proven that he
is one of the best speakers in the
world!”