about us

Founded by Principle Speechwriter and Presentation Coach Ian Nesbitt, speak up aims to provide a professional service for anyone who has been asked to speak in front of an audience, but who perhaps lack the confidence or experience to do so.

Experience
Ian has been a team manager, a trainer, report writer and local politician; plus at one time a semi-professional wedding photographer. With extensive experience of the private, public and voluntary sectors, he has written and delivered many speeches for weddings and other social occasions, training events, business functions and legal proceedings. Trained in journalism and radio broadcasting, Ian understands the power of speech, and the pressure that exists when you need to get it right first time.

"Everyone associated with speak up is a highly skilled and experienced professional".

A Professional Service
Public speaking does not come naturally to many of us, whether you are an experienced politician or business leader, or someone called upon to speak in public for the first time. The pressure on business people to present well, whether promoting their products and services, or seeking investment is ever-present, and acquiring such a skill is an undeniably good investment. Tune into BBC Television's 'Dragon's Den' and 'The Apprentice' to see the problems a lack of good presentation skills can bring!

Perhaps you simply do not have the time to devote to preparing a speech, yet still need to make the right impression in front of your audience; the discreet input and guidance provided by a professional from speak up will help bring that touch of class to your presentation.

Wedding Perfection
As a photographer, Ian witnessed some painful wedding speeches. Couples about to marry spend a great deal of time and money on creating their perfect day, from the cake and cars to the reception, photos and video recording, and most people want a guaranteed professional service. Until now the exception to this has been the speeches, and a bad speech can ruin not just the Big Day itself - annoying and upsetting your guests - but you will also have it captured for ever on your presentation DVD.

Don't Panic! Don't allow fear to get the better of you - you are not alone! After all, we don't just offer you quality speech writing and coaching services; we can enhance your self confidence, allowing you peace of mind. Whatever the occasion, you'll be looking good and sounding great with help from the professionals at speak up.