Malaysian Association of Professional Speakers

MAPS is the only professional association for speakers that is committed to building a better future for the professional speaking business in Malaysia . Our members represent all aspects of the speaking business. All make their living, or part of their living, speaking to and/or working with groups as trainers, facilitators, coaches, consultants, adult educators, and keynoters.

MAPS strives to help its members grow their speaking business through developing their eight professional competencies which are enhanced through promotion, widened exposure, learning partnerships, international linkages and international advancement of the speaking professional through participation in the International Federation for Professional Speakers ( IFFPS ).

IFFPS is the global body that sets standards for professional speakers in a growing list of countries, which currently includes the US , the UK , Canada , Australia , New Zealand , Singapore , South Africa , Malaysia and Germany .

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

The aims of MAPS are:
	To uphold and enforce actively high ethical standards and professionalism by all members in the speaking business.
	To provide resources and training for our members in the speaking profession.
	To promote and enhance the professional image of our members to the public.
	To provide members with the resources and guidance in order that they can contribute to the performance, productivity and profitability of Organisations.
	To support and participate actively with overseas institutions in the professional speaking industry.
	To strive to upgrade and maintain the highest standard for World Class Speaking Professionals.

Why Join M.A.P.S Is Great For Your Professional Speaking Career?
	To Be Recognised As A True Professional
	To Expose Your Professional Speaking Services Worldwide Through This Website
	To Associate With Other Professional Speakers
	To Enjoy Special Privileges For All Activities Organised By M.A.P.S
	To Learn From The World's Best Speakers
	To Interact With Other Professionals From Other Countries
	To Have The Opportunity To Present Your Talks In Different Parts Of The World
	To Exchange Expertise And Experiences With Other Professionals
	To Keep Updated On Developments In Professional Speaking
	To Provide Budding Speakers A Platform To Sharpen Their Speaking Skills