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The easiest way is to visit a speaker’s profile page on LAI’s website. Most profiles include video clips of past speeches and interviews filmed in our studios. If you need additional samples, we’re happy to send video links of past presentations directly to your inbox upon request. 

Yes, we can help you narrow down your search. After we learn about your event, we’ll send you a customized list of speaker recommendations tailored specifically to your goals and audience. Our consultants stay on top of current issues, industry trends, and audience expectations. They provide tailored research and customized recommendations that align with your event’s theme, budget, and location.

Each recommendation includes promo videos, relevant articles, speaker profile pages, and personal insights from our team. We’ll also check availability and fees and present the best options that match your budget and criteria. Connect with us to get a custom proposal within 24 hours.

Leading Authorities is your one-stop source for the headline speakers that draw audiences and elevate events. We provide direct access to today’s most in-demand figures, including former presidents and vice presidents, prime ministers, cabinet secretaries, top media personalities, bestselling authors, celebrated athletes, Hollywood talent, and other widely recognized leaders. 

Our roster features national and international voices who sit at the forefront of their fields. However, some high-profile individuals do not accept speaking engagements—despite being listed on various bureau websites. If you’re hoping to book a sitting CEO or a household name like Mark Zuckerberg or Bill Gates, we recommend reading our blog post, Will a Sitting CEO Speak at My Event? for important context.

An exclusive speaker is someone who signs an agreement granting one agency the sole right to represent them. Leading Authorities represents many speakers exclusively, and we also work closely with other agents to give you access to virtually every speaker in the market. 

You can view our full roster of exclusive speakers by  Clicking here .

Yes. We proudly represent an extensive roster of exclusive keynote speakers, including former high-ranking government officials and world leaders, top business executives, political personalities, media figures, bestselling authors, military heroes, breakthrough innovators, and more. We’re highly selective in recruiting exclusive talent, ensuring each speaker meets a strong and ongoing demand from our clients. View our full list of exclusive speakers.