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MISSION STATEMENT

Center Stage Speaker School™ exists to train, certify, and launch purpose-driven women into the spotlight—literally. Through high-impact training, real-world rehearsal, and industry-level standards, we transform entrepreneurs, creatives, and changemakers into captivating speakers who don’t just talk—they lead movements. This is not about memorizing a script. This is about owning the room, converting the crowd, and walking off stage with opportunity in hand.

WHO THIS IS FOR

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PROGRAM STRUCTURE & PATHWAYS

Whether you're just starting out or stepping into certification, we've got your spotlight strategy:

1

Evergreen Core:
“The Center Stage Framework”

Intro Rate: $1,997

(one-time)


A self-paced, on-demand bootcamp that lays your foundation:
 

  • 2× Signature-Talk trainings

 

  • 2× Business-of-Speaking trainings

 

  • 1× Mics, Wardrobe & Assets

 

  • 1× Building Your Offer for the Stage

 

  • Private community forum Graduate Assessment → Upgrade Path:

 

After “graduation,” upgrade into our live Speaker Lab & Live Audition for $2,000 (vs $2,500), unlocking agency representation and paid Leveled Up stages.

2

Lead-Magnet Mid-Tier:
“Are You The Next Top Speaker?”
Lab & Live Audition

Price: $2,500

(or $2,000 if you’ve already done the Framework / $1,250 after Summer Accelerator)
 

  • Half-day live workshop + coaching
     

  • Live audition with celebrity judges & chance to take the Leveled Up stage with Leslie
     

  • Business-focused coaching sessions
     

  • Personalized feedback & recording for social proof
     

  • Bonus: Enroll in Center Stage Portal within 7 days and your $2,500 lab fee converts into your $2,500 deposit.
     

  • New Perk: 3 months of Everyday Celebrity™ membership to keep your media momentum going (a $666 value).

3

Fast-Track Cohort:
Advanced Accelerator (Summer Intensives)

Price: $6,000
 

  • 2-week virtual cohort (choose Jul 14–25 or Aug 11–22)
     

Trainings M-W-F
 

Office hours T & Th
 

Daily action assignments
 

  • 2× 1:1 laser-coaching calls (offer dev + speech audit)
     

  • Community group hub for networking & collabs
     

  • Post-grad perk: 6 months free Everyday Celebrity™ membership (a $1,332 value!)
     

  • 50% off Speaker Lab & Live Audition ($1,250 vs $2,500) and speaking spot ($2,000 vs $4,000)
     

4

Signature Certification:
Center Stage Portal™

Investment: $18,000


10-week live cohort + in-person weekend with pro photo & video:
 

  • 6 core trainings dripped weekly (same modules as the Framework)
     

  • 4 live community coaching calls
     

  • 2× 1:1 strategy & talk-review calls
     

  • Certification assessment to earn your “Center Stage Certified Speaker” badge
     

  • In-person weekend for high-level stage rehearsal, professional headshots & video recording, and live showcase
     

  • Ongoing community & sisterhood throughout the program
     

  • Post-grad perk: 6 months free Everyday Celebrity™ membership (a $1,332 value!)

 

  • Outcomes: Polished signature talk, pro media assets, certification credential, and a clear roadmap to land gigs or agency representation.

5

Ultra-Exclusive:
VIP 1:1 Mentorship

Investment: $50,000

(by special inquiry)

What’s included:
 

  • 2× 1:1 calls per month (as needed)
     

  • Voice-note access with 24-hour response
     

  • Free admission to all Leveled Up events
     

  • 1× speaker spot on a Leveled Up event stage
     

  • Pro video & photo from a Leveled Up event
     

  • Pro speaker reel & media kit
     

  • Leslie on-site at up to 3 in-person speaking engagements (travel/lodging not included)
     

  • 2× in-person VIP days with Leslie
     

  • Center Stage agency representation for 12 months
     

  • Plus: Full 12-month Everyday Celebrity™ membership to keep your brand in front of the right outlets all year long.

6

Ongoing Media Momentum: Everyday Celebrity™ Membership

Only $222/month (6-month commitment) 

 

$444/mo (currently $333/mo on sale)
 

  • Monthly deep-dive media trainings & hot-seat calls
     

  • Weekly pitch reviews & feedback loops
     

  • Guest expert masterclasses (podcasting, PR, TV prep, etc.)
     

  • Private community of high-vibe women making headlines
     

  • Priority placement opportunities for podcasts, panels, and press

 

  • Outcomes: Your press-ready profile, consistent media coverage, and the confidence to show up like the household name you’re becoming.

CENTER STAGE CERTIFIED SPEAKER™

Professional recognition. Instant credibility. Bigger checks.

When you complete the Center Stage Portal™ program, you’ll undergo a final certification assessment. This isn’t a participation trophy. You’ll demonstrate mastery in stage presence, story flow, mic use, and offer alignment.


If you pass, you’ll earn the official Center Stage Certified Speaker™ badge—recognized by event organizers, summits, podcasts, and panels as a mark of professional excellence.

This badge signals that you’re trained, trusted, and ready to deliver real impact on any stage.
It also makes you eligible for something even more powerful…

CENTER STAGE SPEAKER AGENCY

Exclusive Representation. Real Bookings. Concierge-Level Support.

Once certified, you’ll have the opportunity to apply for representation through the Center Stage Speaker Agency—our boutique placement firm exclusively for School graduates.

What we do:


✅ Actively pitch you to aligned stages, summits, and events
✅ Handle inquiries, negotiate rates, and manage contracts
✅ Collect payments and ensure you get paid within 5 business days
✅ Support you with asset development + strategic positioning
✅ Feature you on our public speaker directory

You show up, speak, and shine.


We handle the rest.

🎤 Speakers are accepted by application only after completing Center Stage Portal™ and receiving certification.

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