Join Me at VO Atlanta 2026: Real Connection in a Virtual World

Jan 9
5 min read

Updated: Jan 23

Let’s be real for a second: "Conversational" isn't just a buzzword anymore. It’s the standard. As we head into 2026, the industry is moving faster than ever. If you want to stay competitive, you have to bring something that an algorithm simply can't: true human connection. I’m heading back to VO Atlanta this March, and I am bringing my most intensive, "get-on-the-mic" Xsessions yet to help you do exactly that.

I’m known for selling out my Xsessions, and I don't plan on breaking that streak this year! (They do tend to fill up quickly, so if it’s on your radar, you may want to grab a seat sooner rather than later )

So Let’s Get You Registered (And Save You $100!)

Note: You must be a registered attendee to purchase XSessions. I want my "boss" community represented in these rooms! If you have not yet registered but want to come to VO Atlanta, use the code below to save $100

OFF your registration!

Use Code: VOA26-GANGUZZA-100

Register Here: VOAtlanta.me

Below is an overview of the sessions, panels, and xSessions I’ll be presenting and teaching at VO Atlanta. I’m truly looking forward to working with you and connecting throughout the conference.

Emotional Intelligence in Narration (Breakout - Included with Conference Pass)

Friday, March 27 | 11:00 AM – 11:50 AM

Nonfiction doesn’t have to be dry, and it definitely shouldn’t be boring. Whether it’s medical, corporate, or eLearning, I’m going to show you how to build an Emotional Architecture. We’ll use modern acting techniques to find the "heart" in the data. This is how you give your clients a read that feels grounded, purposeful, and—most importantly—real.

The Conversational Performance Lab (X-Session - Paid Session)

Friday, March 27 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

“Conversational” has become the most requested direction in voiceover — yet it remains one of the hardest styles to master, especially in long-form narration. In this three-hour, hands-on performance lab, you’ll learn the craft and science behind sounding natural, grounded, and authentically “you” while still delivering with clarity, intention, and professionalism. Through guided exercises, on-mic coaching, and real-time performance adjustments, you’ll discover the micro-techniques that bring conversational narration to life across corporate, medical, explainer, documentary, and training genres. Leave with a deeper understanding of your natural voice, how to shape it for different markets, and how to book more by sounding effortlessly real.

What You’ll Learn:

1. Master the Micro-Techniques of Authenticity Explore subtle adjustments in breath, pacing, emphasis, energy, and emotional intention that make narration sound genuinely conversational, not “acted.”

2. Adapt Conversational Style Across Genres Learn how to shape conversation-styled performance for corporate, medical, technical, and e-learning narration — without losing clarity or purpose.

3. Find Your Real Voice Identify your natural vocal fingerprint and learn how to harness it to create a unique, bookable, conversational sound that resonates with modern clients.

Attendee Takeaways:

• A repeatable, actionable method for achieving natural, conversational narration

• Personalized feedback tailored to your authentic vocal strengths

• Techniques for maintaining conversational delivery in long-form projects

• Strategies to shift instantly when clients say: “Make it more natural… more real… more you.”

• A deeper understanding of your signature sound — and how to book more with it

• Confidence in applying conversational performance across every major narration genre

Price: $247.00 | Capacity: 12 (Move fast!)

Your Demo Is Your Promise (Panel - Included with Conference Pass)

Friday, March 27 | 6:00 PM – 6:50 PM

I’m joining my dear friend J. Michael Collins and a panel of elite producers on the Main Stage. We’re talking about the mistakes that are killing demos in 2026 and how to ensure your demo is a true promise of what you can deliver on the job.

Precision Narration: Corporate, Medical, & E-learning Long-Form VO (X-Session - Paid Session)

Saturday, March 28 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Long-form narration demands endurance, clarity, and a level of precision that goes far beyond short-form or commercial reads. In this advanced three-hour intensive, you’ll learn how to approach corporate, medical, technical, and instructional narration with the accuracy, emotional intelligence, and vocal discipline these genres require. Through expert coaching, individualized feedback, and hands-on performance work, you’ll develop the interpretation skills, vocal control, and stamina necessary to excel in today’s long-form narration landscape. Expect focused direction, real-world script work, and actionable tools you can apply immediately to elevate your performance and book higher-value narration opportunities.

What You’ll Learn:

1. Command Complex Language Break down dense terminology, multi-layered concepts, and structured copy with clarity, accuracy, and natural flow — essential for corporate, medical, and technical long-form narration.

2. Perform With Precision Learn pacing, articulation, consistency, micro-emotional shifts, and vocal management techniques that keep long-form reads engaging, polished, and listener-friendly.

3. Build Trusted Authority Discover how to strike the balance between warmth and professionalism to deliver narration that feels credible, grounded, and aligned with what producers and high-end clients expect from long-form projects.

Attendee Takeaways:

• A repeatable script-analysis system for any long-form narration genre

• Techniques for delivering complex terminology confidently and accurately

• Tools for improving vocal stamina and maintaining consistency

• Strategies for building a polished, professional long-form sound

• Personalized direction that strengthens your performance across all narration styles

• A competitive advantage in the expanding long-form narration market

Price: $247.00 | Capacity: 12

Emotional Intelligence in Narration

Friday, March 27 | 11:00 AM – 11:50 AM

Nonfiction narration is one of the most emotionally nuanced areas of voiceover — yet many actors struggle to bring authenticity, intention, and humanity to informational copy without sounding overly dramatic or emotionally disconnected. In this advanced workshop, you’ll learn how to apply emotional intelligence and modern acting tools to corporate, medical, technical, eLearning, and training scripts.

Through guided exercises, on-mic coaching, and performance analysis, you’ll develop the ability to connect deeply to nonfiction content, shape subtle emotional arcs, and deliver narration that feels grounded, purposeful, and compelling. Expect practical tools, real-world script application, and focused feedback that helps you elevate clarity-driven copy into meaningful, human storytelling.

What You’ll Learn:

1. Build Emotional ArchitectureIdentify the emotional shape of nonfiction scripts — where to lift, soften, connect, and guide the listener — transforming information into meaningful storytelling without overselling.

2. Apply Modern Acting Techniques to Informational CopyUse intention, point-of-view, stakes, sensory connection, and emotional mapping to bring authenticity and clarity to narration while maintaining natural, professional delivery.

3. Deliver Human, Grounded Narration Across GenresLearn how to bring warmth, credibility, and precision to corporate, medical, explainer, and eLearning narration while maintaining consistency and control.

Attendee Takeaways:

A repeatable emotional-intelligence framework for nonfiction narration
Clear techniques for connecting authentically with corporate, medical, and instructional content
Tools for delivering controlled, truthful emotion in informational copy
A stronger understanding of character, point-of-view, and intention within nonfiction
Personalized feedback that corrects habits and strengthens emotional resonance
Stronger storytelling skills across long-form and educational narration genres
A competitive advantage: emotional intelligence remains one area technology cannot replicate

Let’s Get You Registered (And Save You $100!)

Note: You must be a registered attendee to purchase XSessions.I want my "boss" community represented in these rooms! If you have not yet registered but want to come to VO Atlanta, use the code below to save $100 OFF your registration!

Use Code: VOA26-GANGUZZA-100

Register Here: VOAtlanta.me

Don't wait until the sessions are full. Let's get to work, let's get inspired, and let’s make 2026 your most profitable year yet.

See you in Atlanta!

Anne