How to Find a Keynote Speaker

A keynote speaker is the voice that greets an audience at a conference or meeting to insure that the overall theme of the event is effectively broadcasted. The keynote speaker also offers nuggets of wisdom and insight to inspire the minds of attendees to make a difference in the world and their lives. A great keynote speaker will be remembered for his delivery and ability to engage an audience with eloquence. Overall, hiring the best keynote speaker for an event can be both rewarding and exciting for all parties involved.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

1. Identify the theme of the meeting or conference and the qualifications that need to be met for finding the best keynote speaker.

2. Make a list of possibilities for keynote speakers including the speakers’ fees, resources and availability for the proposed day of the event.

3. Interview the top three choices for keynote speakers, and make a selection based on the person who best meets all the expectations for the keynote speaker.

4. Contact the selected speaker, and offer a deposit to secure him or her for the event.

5. Stay in contact with the speaker until the day of the event to make sure everything that the speaker needs will be provided.

Tips & Warnings

• Be sure to ask the speaker if air travel, hotel arrangements and car rentals are included in their flat fee for speaking engagements.