Finding the right keynote speaker doesn’t have to mean blowing your budget. Some of today’s most dynamic voices on leadership, culture, and performance are available for $15,000 or less - and they bring real experience, fresh perspectives, and the ability to inspire any audience.

Here are 10 high-value speakers who can make your next event unforgettable:

Juan Bendana – Leadership & Resilience Expert

• Background: Author of Confident by Choice, specializing in leadership and resilience.
• Focus: Helps audiences embrace uncertainty, build unshakable confidence, and make courageous decisions.
• Best Fit: Leadership development programs, sales events, and audiences seeking practical strategies to thrive through change.

Alex Weber – High-Performance and Motivation Speaker

• Background: Former American Ninja Warrior, award-winning host, and bestselling author of Fail Proof.
• Focus: Blends humor and real-life experience to teach how to embrace failure, overcome fear, and perform under pressure.
• Best Fit: Sales kickoffs, leadership meetings, and culture-focused events that need high energy and actionable takeaways.

Steve Lerch – Innovation and Digital Transformation Speaker

• Background: Former Google strategist with expertise in innovation, creativity, and business growth.
• Focus: How to adopt a forward-thinking mindset, drive creative problem-solving, and stay competitive.
• Best Fit: Technology, marketing, and business strategy conferences—or any team navigating rapid change.

Hannah Ubl – Generational Dynamics and Workplace Culture Speaker

• Background: Expert in bridging generational gaps and building inclusive workplace cultures.
• Focus: Understanding what motivates different generations, creating inclusive workplaces, and embracing adaptability.
• Best Fit: HR conferences, leadership retreats, and organizations focused on employee engagement and retention.

Janine Stange – Motivational Speaker and Singer

• Background: Best known as the “National Anthem Girl” for performing in all 50 states and Founder of the The Medal of Honor Mail Call
• Focus: Resilience, purpose-driven leadership, and service-over-self.
• Best Fit: Association conventions, all-hands meetings, healthcare events, and conferences seeking high-energy inspiration.

Chris Dyer – Workplace Culture and Performance Speaker

• Background: Former CEO turned culture and performance consultant.
• Focus: Creating thriving workplace cultures, boosting engagement, and achieving measurable business results.
• Best Fit: Leadership development programs, HR/talent conferences, and organizations with remote or hybrid teams.

Sarah Wells – Olympic Athlete and Resilience Speaker

• Background: Olympic hurdler turned motivational speaker.
• Focus: Overcoming setbacks, building mental toughness, and finding opportunity in failure.
• Best Fit: Company town halls, leadership programs, and events focused on motivation under pressure.

Jack Becker – Navy Fighter Pilot and Leadership Expert

• Background: Former Navy fighter pilot with expertise in high-stakes leadership and decision-making.
• Focus: Translating lessons from the cockpit into actionable strategies for business leaders and teams.
• Best Fit: Executive leadership events, risk/safety conferences, and organizations looking to elevate teamwork and trust.

Natalie Johnson – Human Performance and Well-Being Speaker

• Background: Human performance strategist and workplace well-being expert.
• Focus: Science-backed strategies for energy management, resilience, and sustainable leadership.
  
• Best Fit: Healthcare conferences, corporate wellness initiatives, and leadership programs focused on growth without burnout.

Cam Awesome – Growth Mindset and Resilience Speaker

• Background: Former boxing champion known as “America’s Favorite Boxer.”
• Focus: Growth mindset, resilience, and making heavy topics approachable with humor.
• Best Fit: Community/chamber events, student leadership programs, and corporate gatherings focused on inclusion and connection.

Why These Speakers Stand Out

They combine real-world experience, actionable strategies, and audience engagement - at a price point that delivers tremendous value.

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At Executive Speakers Bureau, we make it easy to bring today’s top voices to your event. Contact us today and let us help you find the perfect fit for your audience and goals.