Speakers By Topic

With decades of experience in the industry, we've built a reputation for providing exceptional speakers who can inform, entertain, and inspire audiences of all kinds. Our roster includes experts in business, politics, technology, entertainment, and more, ensuring that we can provide a speaker who can meet your specific needs and goals. Whether you're looking for a keynote speaker for a corporate event, a thought leader to speak at a conference, or an expert to provide training to your team, we've got you covered.

 

At Leading Authorities, we understand that every event is unique, which is why we take a customized approach to every event we work on. If you're planning a corporate event, conference, or training session, our team will work with you to understand your goals and create a tailored solution that meets your specific needs. In addition to our expert speakers, we offer a range of services to ensure that your event is a success, from speaker selection and management to event planning and production and marketing campaigns.

 

From leadership and motivation to business strategy and politics, we represent experts who address today’s hottest topics—and the stories driving tomorrow’s news cycle. Browse through our diverse list of speaker topics!

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The future of work

Our future of work keynote speakers offer insights on leadership, attracting and retaining top talent, and future business trends and business models, as well as actionable insights for businesses and workers to capitalize on market opportunities.

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Captivate your audience with dramatic stories of adversity, triumph, and change. Our awe-inspiring speakers redefine courage and human potential. Their stories energize listeners to achieve what may have seemed impossible and tackle the most challenging environments.

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Cyber attacks are a leading threat to national and economic security. These speakers offer a more sophisticated understanding of how cyber fits into the larger geopolitical discussion.

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Speakers with unique perspectives highlight the importance of diversity in modern society. From topics associated with issues faced by minorities and women to fresh viewpoints on conventional wisdom on topics ranging from business and the economy to

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Whether your group is looking for disruptive new ideas, the keys to creating a culture of innovation, or ways to incentivize breakthroughs, our innovation speakers know what works and why.

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Tech trends are in constant flux. Experts from Wired, Singularity University, IBM, Stanford, and more discuss emerging technologies and trends in information management, big data, AI, cyber security, robotics, a

Our leadership speakers come from all walks of life—from 

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The image shows a silhouetted speaker standing in front of a large, illuminated screen, addressing a seated audience. The speaker’s arms are outstretched, conveying engagement, authority, and the act of delivering a powerful message.

Our future of work keynote speakers offer insights on leadership, attracting and retaining top talent, and future business trends and business models, as well as actionable insights for businesses and workers to capitalize on market opportunities.

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The future of work

Captivate your audience with dramatic stories of adversity, triumph, and change. Our awe-inspiring speakers redefine courage and human potential. Their stories energize listeners to achieve what may have seemed impossible and tackle the most challenging environments.

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The image shows a person standing on a mountain peak at sunrise or sunset, with arms raised in a victorious gesture. The surrounding landscape is a silhouette of rugged mountains, illuminated by the warm glow of the sun on the horizon.

Cyber attacks are a leading threat to national and economic security. These speakers offer a more sophisticated understanding of how cyber fits into the larger geopolitical discussion.

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The image shows a shadowy figure in front of a dark background filled with green, glowing lines of code. The figure is partially obscured, suggesting anonymity, secrecy, or hacking. The cascading code represents digital data, cyber operations, or encryption.

Speakers with unique perspectives highlight the importance of diversity in modern society. From topics associated with issues faced by minorities and women to fresh viewpoints on conventional wisdom on topics ranging from business and the economy to

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 The image shows a diverse group of people standing in a circle, placing their hands together in the center, symbolizing unity, teamwork, and collaboration. The individuals are wearing a variety of colorful outfits, suggesting diversity in backgrounds and cultures.

Whether your group is looking for disruptive new ideas, the keys to creating a culture of innovation, or ways to incentivize breakthroughs, our innovation speakers know what works and why.

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The image shows a person in a white shirt and tie holding an illuminated light bulb in their open palm, symbolizing a new idea or innovation. The glowing light bulb appears to be digitally overlaid, representing creativity, ingenuity, and inspiration in a professional context.

Tech trends are in constant flux. Experts from Wired, Singularity University, IBM, Stanford, and more discuss emerging technologies and trends in information management, big data, AI, cyber security, robotics, a

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Where are the risks and opportunities for your business over the next one to five years? Our futurists are following the disruptors across industries to spot the trends driving change and to identify the opportunities on the horizon.

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How do you see the opportunities in your industry before the competition? Where should your organization be playing and how do you drive growth? Get help answering these questions and energize your leadership team b

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Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning are changing the way humans interact with technology. From everyday software like Siri and Google search to new AI algorithms coming from start-ups in Silicon Valley, this innovative technology is all around us. As the world continu

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Fintech & Cryptocurrency has undoubtedly changed (and continues to change) the financial services industry. We represent several speakers who are current and former heads of well-known Fintech and Crypto companies and experts in the field, these speakers grant audiences co

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Our Trending Topics

At Leading Authorities, we offer a wide range of expert speakers on trending topics that are essential for success in today's fast-paced world. We understand that staying informed and up-to-date on the latest trends is essential for staying ahead of the curve in business, politics, and society. Take a look at our Trending Topics based on our clients!

 

  1. Leadership. Our roster of speakers includes world-renowned thought leaders, CEOs, and experts in leadership who can share their experiences and strategies on how to lead effectively in today's fast-paced and constantly evolving business landscape. 

  2. Inspiration and Motivation. If you’re looking for a speaker to ignite your team's passion, help your audience overcome challenges, or provide fresh insights into personal and professional development, we've got you covered

  3. Innovation. Our roster of speakers includes some of the world's top innovators and creative thinkers, who can share their experiences and strategies for driving innovation and creativity in today's technology-saturated world. 

  4. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Our diversity speakers can deliver powerful and engaging keynotes related to their fields, with experience in a range of industries and disciplines, and can offer unique perspectives on the challenges and opportunities of building a more diverse and inclusive workplace.

  5. Future Trends. Our futurist speakers help audiences understand how technology, globalization, and demographic shifts will shape the future in a variety of industries, and provide practical strategies and advice for navigating the rapidly changing landscape.

  6. Politics. From major media personalities on networks such as CNN, Fox, MSNBC, and PBS to former Senators and policymakers, our speakers shed light on current events and provide practical strategies for how to effectively engage with policymakers and advocate for your organization's interests.

  7. Cyber Security. Cybersecurity trends, emerging threats, and strategies to stay secure online. Our experts can provide practical advice and workshops on topics like data privacy, ransomware, and cloud security, that help you develop a comprehensive cybersecurity plan that meets your organization's unique needs.

  8. Geopolitics. Our speakers are thought leaders, former Ambassadors, national security executives, and economic authorities in a variety of sectors, from international relations and foreign policy to global business and economics. These experts can provide practical advice on topics like trade policy, international diplomacy, and regional conflict, and can help you develop effective strategies for navigating the complex geopolitical landscape.

  9. Business Strategy. Our speaker roster provides practical advice on complementary topics like digital transformation, corporate governance, and leadership development, and can help you develop a comprehensive strategy that meets your organization's unique needs.

  10. Economic Outlook. Our speakers are economic authorities in a variety of industries, from finance policy and investing to global emerging markets and banking policy, and can provide your audience with invaluable insights into the state of the economy and the forces driving growth and innovation.

 

Speaker Topics For Every Event

Getting ready to plan your next event? Whether you’re still deciding on your event’s theme or have it set in stone, our speaker topics include every possibility. From an event that targets disruptive technologies to one that centers on motivational techniques, we have the talent you’re looking for to leave your audience wanting more.

 

By representing a significant amount of  talent—which includes the best of the best—we have an extensive list of speaker topics, which include everything from topics on consumer behavior and sales to creativity and adventure. And if you want a multi-faceted keynote speaker topic—such as female leadership and marketing—you can trust our team to find a speaker who can talk about those subjects and "Wow" your audience.

 

Our industry veterans can tell you all about these hot topics. Instead of taking a copy-and-paste approach to matching talent with your speaker topics, we make sure your event is fully personalized. While we consider your budget, we also share our insider secrets on what issues are hot and which ones are “clicking” with audiences around the globe.

 

Search our extensive list of speaker topics above to learn more or contact us for more information.

 

To get in touch with our team, you can also call us at 1-800-SPEAKER, send us an email, or live chat with a member of our team right now.