In the world of corporate events, where every speaker must inspire, every message must land, and every detail must be just right — event planners need more than a bureau. They need a partner who understands their every need.

That’s where we stand apart.

Once known as an intimate boutique firm, Executive Speakers Bureau has quietly grown into one of the top five speaker bureaus in the country, but we haven’t lost our personal touch. In the last 3 decades, we’ve served Fortune 500 clients, top universities, and industry associations around the world with the same thoughtful care we’ve prioritized from the start. With a roster of over 3,000 speakers — including legends, changemakers, and rising voices — our speakers bureau delivers the range and reliability major brands count on.

Our years of experience working hand-in-hand with some of the world’s most recognized organizations give us an edge smaller bureaus simply haven’t yet developed. We started as a 2-person bureau in 1993 with Angela Schelp and Jenny Foreman, and while we are proud of the service we delivered back in the 90s, the growth and experience we garnered over the last 32 years has shaped our work into true expertise you won’t find elsewhere. 

We’ve been guiding organizations since the start of the speaking industry and we’ve innovated as the industry transformed. We’ve navigated complex logistics, demanding audiences, and high-stakes moments — all while maintaining the close-knit service and responsiveness we were known for in our boutique days. It’s a blend that allows us to move at scale without ever feeling impersonal.

While we’re proud to now work with clients like FedEx, Ernst & Young, ARA, and more, we remain just as committed to offering every organization — no matter the size — the same care and attention we always have. Whether you’re booking a world-renowned economist or an emerging motivational voice, our speakers bureau blends enterprise-level capabilities with human-centered white-glove service, making even the most complex events feel effortless.

“We had less than two weeks to fill a keynote slot. ESB not only delivered — they overdelivered. Their speaker recommendation knocked it out of the park.”

Big Bureau. Boutique Feel.

As events continue to evolve — with hybrid formats, global audiences, and higher stakes — Executive Speakers Bureau is meeting the moment with a rare combination: depth of experience and a deeply human approach.

Our team doesn’t just broker speakers — we curate experiences, hand-selecting voices who match the tone, mission, and goals of each event. It’s this hands-on, no-stress process that keeps clients coming back.

“They listened, they advised, they handled every detail. I’ve worked with plenty of bureaus — but Executive Speakers Bureau truly feels like an extension of our team.”

Why Choose Executive Speakers Bureau?

  • Speed, precision, and care. Whether you’re months out or working under a tight deadline, our team has the hard-earned experience to know which speakers will fit you best. Even quick turnarounds get our thoughtful recommendations that hit your exact needs.

  • Future-forward focus. As demand rises for speakers in AI, the future of work, female leadership, and corporate culture, we lead the way in sourcing new voices who bring fresh vision and new perspectives to these impactful topics. This year alone we’ve welcomed Sol Rashidi, Amy Eliza Wong, and Chris Bashinelli to our speaking roster.

  • A relationship-first philosophy — with clients and keynote speakers. We’ve spent decades working with and earning the trust of our keynote speakers, so our clients big and small have reliable access to some of the biggest names across industries.

“I’ve worked with dozens of bureaus. Executive Speakers Bureau is different. They take the time to understand your audience and your goals — and they care deeply about getting it right.”
 — Jim Davidson, bestselling author & keynote speaker on resilience

Whether you’re planning your biggest annual summit or a single standout keynote, Executive Speakers Bureau offers the rare blend of reach and relationship that today’s events demand.

Discover what’s possible when your bureau feels like a partner.