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Professional Speaker Coaching and Presentation Development

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The contract involves providing professional coaching services to U.S. citizen speakers, focusing on refining their presentation topics, developing detailed outlines, and enhancing their delivery styles specifically for international public diplomacy audiences. This work aims to improve the effectiveness and impact of speeches delivered abroad under the Department of State's Africa Regional Services. The scope includes tailored coaching and presentation development to ensure speakers are well-prepared to engage diverse international audiences with clear, compelling communication. This subcontract opportunity is identified under the NAICS code 611430, which pertains to professional and management development training. The contract was announced on April 27, 2026, with responses due by August 31, 2026. Although specific location details for performance and organizational type are not provided, the engagement is clearly tied to public diplomacy initiatives managed by the Department of State. The services provided will support diplomatic goals by enhancing the communication skills of U.S. speakers in global settings.

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Provide coaching and presentation development for U.S. speakers in international public diplomacy contexts.

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Department Of State → Africa Regional ServicesView Agency

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611430 - Professional and Management Development TrainingView NAICS

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This scope was carved out of AF-PDPA-FY26-01.

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Africa Regional Services Paris Annual Program Statement: ARS Speaker Program

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AgencyDepartment Of State → Africa Regional Services
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Coach U.S. citizen speakers on refining topics, outlines, and delivery style for international public diplomacy audiences.

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