MAPS strives to help its members grow their speaking usiness through developing their eight professional competencies which are enhanced through promotion, widened exposure, learning partnerships, international linkages nd international advancement of the speaking professional through participation in he International Federation for Professional Speakers (IFFPS). IFFPS is the global ody that sets standards for professional speakers in a growing list of countries, which currently includes the US, the UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, outh Africa, Malaysia, Germany and Holland.
The Eight Professional Competencies
- Professional Awareness
- Professional Relationships
- Topic Development
- Platform Mechanics
- Presenting and Performing
- Skills in Authorship and Product Development
- Sales and Marketing Skills
- Managing the Business
Basic Membership Benefits
- Sharpen your professional speaking skills
- Enhance your image and be recognized as a speaking professional
- Keep updated on developments in professional speaking
- Exchange expertise and experiences with other professionals
- Learn the important skills of marketing, promotion and branding
- Expand the scope of your professional speaking services
- Associate with speakers from other parts of the world
- Enjoy special privileges and discounts for all activities worldwide
Membership Categories & Annual Fees
| Professional |
RM350 |
| Ordinary |
RM350 |
| Associate |
RM60 |
| One Time Entrance Fees |
RM100 |
All Professional and Ordinary members are entitled to the monthly “Professional
Speaker” magazine and Audio Newsletter “Voices of Experience” CD.
Executive Council (2006-2008)
| President |
Dato’ Dr Sheikh Omar Abdul Rahman, drsoar@soarconsultings.com |
| President – Elect |
Mr. Yoga Thevan, yogathevan@gmail.com |
| VP for Education & Training |
Mr. Anthony Philip Fernandez, anthony@maps.org.my |
| VP for Membership & Admin |
Mr. Ng Thian Watt, ngthianwatt@yahoo.com |
| VP for Int’l & Social Affairs |
Mr. N. J. Singam, njsingam@yahoo.com |
| Treasurer |
Treasurer Mr. Ganesh Sangaran, garynesh@gmail.com |
| Hon. Secretary |
Ms. Zuraina Dato’ Zaharin, zuraina@extreme-asia.com |
| Representative for Northern Region |
Mr. Johann Paul Gregory, jgregory@streamyx.com |
| Representative for Central Region |
Mr. Ambrose Y.K. Lee, ambrose.lee@riosue.com |
| Representative for Eastern Region |
Dr. Dusit Jaul, drdusit711@yahoo.com |
| Committee Members |
Mr. Viknasvaran aka Vicky, vicky9@tm.net.my
Mr.Jonathan Low, jonathan@powerupsuccess.com
Ms.Faridah Rohani Rais, byndbrnd@gmail.com
Mr. Julian Matthews, trinetizen@yahoo.com |
| Founder President & Advisor |
Dato’ Lawrence Chan Kum Peng, lchan@pc.jaring.my |
| Immediate Past President |
Mr. Low Pooi Mun, pmlow8@yahoo.com |
| Past President |
Dr. Yew Kam Keong, yewkk@yahoo.com |
Contact Details
Malaysian Association of Professional Speakers
H6, Bangunan Khas, Jalan 8/1E
46050 Petaling Jaya
Selangor, Malaysia
Tel: 603-7955 4650
Fax: 603-7955 2706
Email: info@maps.org.my
Website: www.maps.org.my
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