Exclusive Speakers
Leading Authorities' exclusive roster of speakers includes former Fortune 1000 CEOs, high-profile figures from the political arena, military leaders, and some of today's greatest stories from everyday life. These unique speakers can tailor their keynotes to your meeting and audience needs.
Our exclusive speakers are trailblazers who have shaped industries, led nations and touched lives with their exceptional achievements. From corporate boardrooms to political arenas and beyond, their insights have had a lasting impact on audiences around the world. By partnering with Leading Authorities, you gain exclusive access to this unparalleled pool of wisdom and experience from unique speakers. Browse our exclusive speakers today via the search below or check out these Top 10 Best-Selling lists.
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Adam Sharp
Former Head of News, Government, & Elections at Twitter
- Local: $10,001 - $20,000*
- US East: $10,001 - $20,000*
- US West: $20,001 - $35,000*
- Europe: $20,001 - $35,000*
- Asia: $35,001 - $55,000*
Adam Sharp
Adam von Gootkin
Global Innovator & Entrepreneur; Co-Founder & CEO of Highclere Castle Spirits
- Local: $10,001 - $20,000*
- US East: $20,001 - $35,000*
- US West: $20,001 - $35,000*
- Europe: $20,001 - $35,000*
- Asia: $35,001 - $55,000*
Adam von Gootkin
Albert Read
Former Managing Director of Condé Nast Britain, Author of The Imagination Muscle
- Local: $10,001 - $20,000*
- US East: $35,001 - $55,000*
- US West: $55,001 - $75,000*
- Europe: $35,001 - $55,000*
- Asia: $55,001 - $75,000*
Albert Read
Alex Conant
Republican Strategist and Former Communications Director for Marco Rubio's 2016 Presidential Campaign
- Local: Under $10,000*
- US East: $10,001 - $20,000*
- US West: $10,001 - $20,000*
- Europe: $10,001 - $20,000*
- Asia: $20,001 - $35,000*
Alex Conant
Alex Stamos
Former Chief of Security at Facebook & Stanford University Professor
- Local: $20,001 - $35,000*
- US East: $20,001 - $35,000*
- US West: $20,001 - $35,000*
- Europe: $35,001 - $55,000*
- Asia: $35,001 - $55,000*
Alex Stamos
Amy Holmes
Amy Walter
Publisher and Editor-in-Chief of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter
Amy Walter
Amy Webb
World-Renowned Futurist; Founder & CEO of the Future Today Institute and Professor, Strategic Foresight at New York University Stern School of Business
Amy Webb
Ana Navarro
Political Strategist, Political Contributor to CNN and Telemundo, and Co-Host of ABC’s The View
Ana Navarro
Andre Rush
Celebrity Chef, Decorated U.S. Army Combat Veteran, Mental Health & Wellness Advocate, TV Host
- Local: $35,001 - $55,000*
- US East: $55,001 - $75,000*
- US West: $35,001 - $55,000*
- Europe: $75,001 and up*
- Asia: $75,001 and up*
Andre Rush
Andrea Jung
President and CEO of Grameen America and Former CEO of Avon Products
- Local: $35,001 - $55,000*
- US East: $55,001 - $75,000*
- US West: $55,001 - $75,000*
- Europe: $75,001 and up*
- Asia: $75,001 and up*
Andrea Jung
Andrew McCabe
CNN Law Enforcement Analyst, Former Acting and Deputy Director of the FBI
Andrew McCabe
Angie Bastian
Founder, BoomChickaPop
- Local: $20,001 - $35,000*
- US East: $20,001 - $35,000*
- US West: $20,001 - $35,000*
- Europe: $35,001 - $55,000*
- Asia: $55,001 - $75,000*
Angie Bastian
Ann Dunwoody
First Female Four-Star General, Retired Commander of U.S. Army Materiel Command, and Author of A Higher Standard
Ann Dunwoody
Anna Palmer
Founder & CEO, Punchbowl News and Former Co-Author, POLITICO Playbook
Anna Palmer
Anna Palmer and Jake Sherman
Founders, Punchbowl News and Former Co-Authors, POLITICO Playbook
Anna Palmer and Jake Sherman
Anthony Foxx
United States Secretary of Transportation (2013-2017) and Former Chief Policy Officer at Lyft
- Local: $75,001 and up*
- US East: $75,001 and up*
- US West: $75,001 and up*
- Europe: $75,001 and up*
- Asia: $75,001 and up*
Anthony Foxx
Anthony S. Fauci, MD
Former Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, World-Renowned Infectious Disease Specialist, Trusted Advisor to 7 U.S. Presidents
Anthony S. Fauci, MD
April Ryan
Longest-Serving African American Female White House Correspondent in History, White House Correspondent for TheGrio, and MSNBC Political Analyst
- Local: $20,001 - $35,000*
- US East: $35,001 - $55,000*
- US West: $35,001 - $55,000*
- Europe: Please Inquire
- Asia: Please Inquire
April Ryan
Trending Exclusive Motivational Speakers
Ignite motivation and drive in your audience with speakers who inspire action, perseverance, and personal growth. Military leaders, minorities breaking the glass ceiling, adventurers.
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- Katie Ledecky, Olympic Champion Swimmer; 10x Olympic Medalist, 21x World Champion, 14x World Record Breaker
- Cassi Chandler, Motivational Leadership Expert, FBI’s First African American Female Special Agent Assistant Director
- Chris Cassidy, NASA Astronaut, Navy SEAL, CEO and President of the National Medal of Honor Museum
- Evy Poumpouras, Former Secret Service Special Agent and Interrogator, Co-Host of Bravo TV’s “Spy Games”
- Lindsay Shookus, Longtime Saturday Night Live Producer
- Lisa Sun, Founder & CEO of GRAVITAS, National Bestselling Author of GRAVITAS (USA Today, No. 1 on Amazon)
- Hakeem Oluseyi, Astrophysicist, Former Space Science Education Lead for NASA, & Inspirational Speaker
- Andre Rush, Celebrity Chef, Decorated U.S. Army Combat Veteran, Mental Health & Wellness Advocate, TV Host
- John Volanthen, British Exploratory Diver Who Played A Leading Role In The 2018 Thailand Cave Rescue
- Colin Coggins & Garrett Brown, Business Transformation Change Agents, Popular USC Professors of Entrepreneurship
Trending Exclusive Diverse Speakers
Promote inclusivity and diversity in your organization with thought leaders who champion equality and cultural understanding.
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- Noelle Russell, Leading AI Innovator & Practitioner, Global AI Solutions Lead at Accenture, Founder & Chief AI Officer at AI Leadership Institute
- Cassi Chandler, Motivational Leadership Expert, FBI’s First African American Female Special Agent Assistant Director
- Ginny Clarke, Former Director, Executive Recruiting at Google and Holistic Leadership Strategist
- Dr. Romie Mushtaq, Leadership, Workplace Culture, & Wellness Expert; Chief Wellness Officer, Evolution Hospitality
- Lisa Sun, Founder & CEO of GRAVITAS, National Bestselling Author of GRAVITAS (USA Today, No. 1 on Amazon)
- Wendy Borlabi, High-Performance Expert, Director of Performance and Mental Health for the Chicago Bulls
- Jessica O. Matthews, Innovator and CEO, Uncharted
- Samuel Ramsey, Inspirational Changemaker in Science & Society; Cutting-Edge Communicator; Founder & Director of the Ramsey Research Foundation
- Dr. Michael J. Sorrell, Visionary Leader, Institutional Change Agent, President of Paul Quinn College
- Dr. Vin Gupta, Tech Innovation Leader; Health Policy Expert; Chief Medical Officer, Amazon Pharmacy
Trending Exclusive Political Speakers
Gain insights into the world of politics, diplomacy, and policy-making from those who have navigated the global stage.
See All Exclusive Political Speakers
- David Wasserman, House Editor of The Cook Political Report
- Amy Walter, Publisher and Editor-in-Chief of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter
- Charlie Cook, Election Handicapper
- Paul Ryan, Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives (2015-2019)
- Nathan Gonzales, Editor & Publisher of Inside Elections with Nathan L. Gonzales and Election Analyst for CQ Roll Call
- Jonathan Martin, Politics Bureau Chief and Senior Political Columnist, POLITICO
- Anna Palmer, Founder & CEO, Punchbowl News and Former Co-Author, POLITICO Playbook
- Jake Sherman, Founder, Punchbowl News and Former Co-Author, POLITICO's Playbook
- Chuck Todd, Host of Meet the Press & NBC News Political Director
- Margaret Brennan, Moderator of CBS News’ Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan & CBS News’ Chief Foreign Affairs Correspondent
Trending Exclusive Leadership Speakers
Elevate leadership skills with insights from those who have led organizations to success through dynamic strategies and effective decision-making.
See All Exclusive Leadership Speakers
- Cassi Chandler, Motivational Leadership Expert, FBI’s First African American Female Special Agent Assistant Director
- Stanley McChrystal, Former Commander of US and International Forces in Afghanistan, Best-Selling Author, & Co-Founder of the McChrystal Group
- Dr. Romie Mushtaq, Leadership, Workplace Culture, & Wellness Expert; Chief Wellness Officer, Great Wolf Resorts
- Nadja West, First African American Army Surgeon General and Former Commanding General, US Army Medical Command
- Lisa Sun, Founder & CEO of GRAVITAS, National Bestselling Author of GRAVITAS (USA Today, No. 1 on Amazon)
- Wendy Borlabi, High-Performance Expert, Director of Performance and Mental Health for the Chicago Bulls
- Chris Fussell, President at McChrystal Group, Best-selling Author, Leadership Expert, and Former US Navy SEAL Officer
- Curt Cronin, Expert on Leading High-Performance Teams, Former Navy SEAL
- DeDe Halfhill, Renowned Leadership Expert and Colonel, USAF (Ret.)
- Scott Pelley, Award-Winning 60 Minutes Correspondent & Former CBS News Anchor and Managing Editor
Trending Exclusive Future Trends Speakers
Stay ahead of the curve by hearing from experts who analyze trends shaping industries and society.
See All Exclusive Future Trends Speakers
- Noelle Russell, Leading AI Innovator & Practitioner, Global AI Solutions Lead at Accenture, Founder & Chief AI Officer at AI Leadership Institute
- Kate Darling, Leading Expert in Social Robotics & MIT Media Lab Research Scientist
- Amy Webb, World-Renowned Futurist; Founder & CEO of the Future Today Institute and Professor, Strategic Foresight at New York University Stern School of Business
- Sheryl Connelly, Manager of Global Trends & Futuring, Ford Motor Company
- Mark Bryan, Senior Foresight Manager, Future Today Institute
- Poppy Crum, Expert in Technology-Driven Innovation & Human Evolution; Stanford University Adjunct Professor; Futurist; Neuroscientist; and Technologist
- Samantha Jordan, Futurist; Consultant, the Future Today Institute
- Paul Zikopoulus, VP of Big Data at IBM and Future Trends Expert
- Tim Hwang, Expert on AI, Machine Learning, & Technology Ethics
- Paul Zikopoulos, Future Trends Expert, and VP of Technology Group Skills Vitality & Enablement at IBM
Trending Exclusive Female Speakers
Celebrate the achievements of powerful female leaders who have shattered glass ceilings and continue to inspire change.
See All Exclusive Female Speakers
- Amy Walter, Publisher and Editor-in-Chief of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter
- Noelle Russell, Leading AI Innovator & Practitioner, Global AI Solutions Lead at Accenture, Founder & Chief AI Officer at AI Leadership Institute
- Cassi Chandler, Motivational Leadership Expert, FBI’s First African American Female Special Agent Assistant Director
- Ginny Clarke, Former Director, Executive Recruiting at Google and Holistic Leadership Strategist
- Dr. Romie Mushtaq, Leadership, Workplace Culture, & Wellness Expert; Chief Wellness Officer, Evolution Hospitality
- Marci Rossell, Expert Economic Forecaster, Former Chief Economist for CNBC and Co-Host of Squawk Box
- Lisa Sun, Founder & CEO of GRAVITAS, National Bestselling Author of GRAVITAS (USA Today, No. 1 on Amazon)
- Amy Webb, World-Renowned Futurist; Founder & CEO of the Future Today Institute and Professor, Strategic Foresight at New York University Stern School of BusinessWendy Borlabi, High-Performance Expert, Director of Performance and Mental Health for the Chicago Bulls
- Evy Poumpouras, Former Secret Service Special Agent and Interrogator, Co-Host of Bravo TV’s “Spy Games”
What Makes a Speaker Exclusive?
Speakers that are exclusive with any bureau are obligated to only book events through said bureau. All speakers tagged as LAI exclusives must be booked through Leading Authorities. When a speaker holds the esteemed title of being an LAI exclusive, it signifies a promise to only secure engagements through Leading Authorities, Inc. This level of dedication not only showcases the speaker's trust and confidence in our expertise but also underscores their alignment with our values and mission. The exclusivity tag, a mark of distinction, signifies a partnership built on trust, mutual respect, and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional experiences for every audience.
Benefits of Booking a Speaker Exclusive
- Influence and Authority: Our rigorous exclusive speaker selection process ensures that every speaker we represent is a true expert in their field, possessing a depth of knowledge gained through real-world accomplishments and setbacks.
- Tailored Keynotes: Our Exclusive speakers tailor their presentations to your industry and event theme, ensuring maximum resonance with your audience regardless of their background.
- Seamless Booking: From initial inquiry to post-event follow-up, we make the booking process smooth and hassle-free, allowing you to focus on creating an exceptional event.
- Engagement and Inspiration: These speakers utilize captivating narratives, innovative concepts, and electrifying presence to keep audiences engaged and empowered.