Should I Use a Speaker Bureau?
Not sure whether to use a speaker bureau? Lets look at how, when, and why event organisers should consider bureaus, where they add value, when direct booking works, and how to decide.
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Why Book a Professional Speaker?
Why organisations choose professional speakers, what they bring that internal presenters often can’t, & when investing in a professional speaker genuinely adds value.
Whether it’s a conference, leadership offsite, annual meeting, school event, or association gathering, the right speaker can lift energy in the room, sharpen thinking, and give the event a sense of purpose. The wrong one can do the opposite.
Working with a Speaker: Do’s and Dont’s for Customisation and Requests
Discover the essential do’s and don’ts when working with a keynote speaker – from sharing background info to handling special requests – so you can collaborate effectively and get the most out of your speaker for a powerful event.
Pre-Event Planning Calls: What to Cover with Your Speaker
Learn how to run effective pre-event planning calls with your keynote speaker to confirm event goals, audience details, and content customisation – ensuring your big presentation is tailored for maximum impact.
How to Brief a Keynote Speaker
The Speaker Brief Template Event Organisers Use to Get a Great Session If you’ve ever watched a keynote land perfectly — the opening story hooks the room, the examples feel made for that audience, and the takeaways get quoted for…
Finding a Keynote Speaker in Australia | An Event Planners Guide
For Meeting & Event Planners and conference professionals looking for engaging innovation keynote speakers - What you need to know about finding and engaging a keynote speaker for your event. Brett is a sought after innovation focused keynote speaker. He speaking on innovation, adaptability, the future of industry, futurism, innovation psychology and decision making.
The one about that time the Lights Went Out (Literally) at the CROSSMARK Conference
A keynote on AI and adaptability became unexpectedly hands‑on when a power outage hit CROSSMARK’s leadership conference before breakfast. No lights, no slides, no coffee — just a room full of people quietly solving problems and a speaker rebuilding a keynote in the dark.