EICC:Live - Say It Well

Schedule

Fri Mar 27 2026 at 04:30 pm to 06:30 pm

UTC+00:00

Location

Edinburgh International Conference Centre | Edinburgh, SC

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In Conversation with Obama Speechwriter, Terry Szuplat
About this Event

Join the David Hume Institute and EICC Live in conversation with Terry Szuplat, as he shares insights in a multimedia presentation and conversation from his bestselling book Say It Well: Find Your Voice, Speak Your Mind, Inspire Any Audience.
This non-partisan discussion is designed for all audiences, Terry will draw on his experience as a speechwriter for President Obama when he helped craft nearly 500 speeches during visits to more than 40 countries. He brings audiences inside the White House, goes behind-the-scenes of writing presidential addresses, and shares the communications secrets that can help anyone anywhere connect with their audiences and inspire their companies and communities to action.
Terry will be in conversation with former BBC journalist, Clare English for an evening of insightful conversation and practical tips on finding your voice for public speaking.
About Terry's book: Say it well
“I’ve worked with Terry for nearly a decade, and I’ve seen firsthand how his brilliant advice can help anyone give the speech only they can give. If you’re a CEO, executive, or employee who wants to energize your team, differentiate your brand, and win over new customers, read this remarkable book today.”
— Marc Benioff
Co-founder, chair, and CEO of Salesforce and bestselling author of Trailblazer
“For anyone planning to speak publicly, this is quite brilliant.”
— Sacha Baron Cohen
Two-time Academy Award nominee, Actor, Screenwriter, Director, and Producer


Agenda

🕑: 04:30 PM - 05:00 PM
Arrival refreshments

Info: Light refreshments


🕑: 05:00 PM - 06:30 PM
Terry Szuplat in conversation with BBC Journalist Clare English
Host: Terry Szuplat

Info: Terry will be in conversation with former BBC journalist, Clare English for an evening of insightful conversation and practical tips on finding your voice for public speaking.


🕑: 06:30 PM
Closing remarks
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Edinburgh International Conference Centre, 150 Morrison Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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