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Speaker Trends for This Year’s Business Events

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The Speaking Industry Benchmark Report produced by AAE Speakers Bureau compiles data from both event organizers and keynote speakers to better understand the issues and trends affecting the speaker-booking process. For many events, speakers will be chosen based on outcomes and relevance versus celebrity alone.

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Getting More Value from Conference Keynote Speakers

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Not long ago, becoming a professional speaker was a third step in a thought leaders career path. More quality options result in a buyer’s market…now and in the years ahead. Keynote speakers should be chosen wisely. Determine the degree a speaker will research and deliver relevancy for your industry.

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How to select the right speaker

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Selecting the right speakers can make or break your meeting. The bad ones see themselves as the star-of-the-show, with little consideration for the needs of other (often non-professional) speakers on the program. Mountain Time, presented by Orvel Ray Wilson,CSP standing-ovation keynoter, best-selling author, elite speaker coach.

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Getting the best value from your keynote speaker

Event Industry News

Director of Performing Artistes, Lauralee Whyte, shares her experience of getting the most from a keynote speaker. Here are 4 key things to remember when working with your Speaker Consultant, so to ensure you get the most value from your speaker, and crucially, for your audience to experience the most engaging content possible.

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Fun and Impactful Women’s Empowerment Event Ideas

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Women’s Empowerment Event Ideas Inspirational Speakers and Panel Discussions Imagine a room filled with women from diverse backgrounds sharing their stories of triumph, setbacks, and success. That’s the power of inspirational speakers and panel discussions. Pro Tip: Mix it up!

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How To Create an Event Marketing Plan

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The world of event planning experiences success not just through having a great venue or a top-notch speaker line-up – it’s about getting the word out and drawing a crowd. An event marketing plan is integral for tying this all together into one magical experience. What Exactly is an Event Marketing Plan?

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Money Talks: Defining an Event Budget

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Now, imagine showing up to the event, hearing that most speakers backed out after not getting paid, and then being asked to help cover the costs of the event’s outstanding hotel bill of $17,000. By delineating expenses across various categories such as venue, marketing, and entertainment, budgets help prioritize spending for maximum impact.