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Motivation Speakers

Executive Speakers Bureau connects you with the world's most sought-after motivational speakers who transform events and drive meaningful organizational change. Our curated roster of industry-leading speakers delivers unparalleled inspiration, actionable insights, and measurable impact for your audience.

Why Work With Executive Speakers Bureau

Finding and booking motivational speakers for events can be overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to secure authorities who have earned global recognition. With thousands of top-tier experts available, we tailor recommendations to match your theme, objectives, and budget, streamlining the selection process and ensuring each event delivers lasting impact.

Motivational keynote speakers do more than entertain. They inspire meaningful change, encourage high performance, and help audiences think differently about their work and lives. Whether you’re planning a corporate gathering, annual meeting, or association event, the right keynote creates momentum and connection.

Motivational Speakers for Conferences and Corporate Events

We specialize in pairing clients with motivational speakers for conferences who understand how to engage large audiences and drive sustained impact. Executive Speakers Bureau works with:

These professional motivational speakers bring deep expertise and compelling experiences that resonate with attendees, helping teams improve communication, strengthen culture, and pursue personal and professional growth.

Speaker fees vary widely, and our team clarifies ranges upfront so you can make informed decisions that align with your goals. We offer expert guidance to ensure you find the right speaker who provides strong value and a return on your investment.

Customized Speaker Recommendations for Your Needs

Every organization, theme, and audience is different. Whether you’re planning an internal training, a leadership retreat, or a company-wide kickoff, Executive Speakers Bureau provides personalized recommendations tailored to your goals, industry, and event style.

Motivational speakers are especially valuable during periods of organizational change, such as new leadership, strategic shifts, or policy updates, where their insights help reinforce key messages and boost team engagement.

Engaging, Interactive Experiences

The exceptional motivational speakers in our roster go far beyond traditional presentations—they create transformative experiences that engage, involve, and energize audiences to work towards peak performance.

Partner with Executive Speakers Bureau to ensure your next event features a top-rated motivational speaker who leaves a lasting impression.

Get Speaker Suggestions and Answers

Leveraging our extensive industry knowledge and relationships, our expert team delivers personalized speaker recommendations and exceptional talent matches within an hour, ensuring your event planning stays on track. Contact Executive Speakers Bureau and request speaker ideas to get started today.

FAQs About Booking Motivational Speakers

How much does it cost to book a motivational speaker?

Speaker fees vary significantly based on expertise, reputation, and availability. Rates typically range from a few thousand dollars for emerging voices to $50,000+ for celebrity motivational speakers and globally recognized thought leaders. Executive Speakers Bureau helps you navigate the full pricing landscape to find the right fit for your budget.

Who is the highest-paid motivational speaker?

The highest-paid motivational speakers often include top motivational speakers in the world, bestselling authors, star athletes, and well-known business leaders. Fees can reach into the six-figure range depending on demand and event type.

How far in advance should I book a motivational speaker?

For in-demand motivational speakers, booking four to six months ahead is recommended. High-profile speakers and peak event seasons often require even earlier planning. Executive Speakers Bureau excels at accommodating urgent requests, leveraging our extensive network and industry relationships to secure exceptional speakers even on compressed timelines.

Who are some of the most popular motivational speakers today?

Today’s most popular motivational speakers include high-performance coaches, bestselling authors, resilience experts, entrepreneurs, and influential business leaders. Executive Speakers Bureau maintains a curated list of motivational speakers and can recommend the best match based on your event goals.

 

 

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Yassmin Abdel-Magied, Speaker

Yassmin Abdel-Magied

  • Founder and Chair of an organisation based in Australia, Youth Without Borders
  • 2015 Queensland Young Australian of the Year
  • Named Australia’s most influential Young Woman and engineer
In Person-Fee:

$20,000 - $30,000

Virtual Fee:

$10,000 - $15,000

Travels From

United Kingdom

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Chimamanda Adichie

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

  • Feminist, Author, Teacher
  • Author of Dear Ijeawele, or a Feminist Manifesto in Fifteen Suggestions and The Thing Around Your Neck
In Person-Fee:

$100,000 - $200,000

Virtual Fee:

$50,000 - $100,000

Travels From

Africa

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Simone Ahuja keynote speaker

Simone Ahuja

  • Innovation Expert
  • Best selling author
  • Business School Advisor
  • Provides a practical playbook for sustainable innovation and "intrapreneurship."
In Person-Fee:

$30,000 - $50,000

Virtual Fee:

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Travels From

Minnesota

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Marcus Allen, Speaker

Marcus Allen

  • CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence
  • Former NFL Super Bowl MVP & NCAA Heisman Trophy Winner
  • Charismatic and passionate public servant devoted to helping those less fortunate
In Person-Fee:

$30,000 - $50,000

Virtual Fee:

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Travels From

Georgia

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Harvey Alston, Speaker

Harvey Alston

  • Expert in Leadership, Personal Development, and Perseverance
  • Best Inc. founder
  • Member of the National Speakers Association 
In Person-Fee:

$5,000 - $10,000

Virtual Fee:

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Travels From

Ohio

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Linda Alvarado, Speaker

Linda Alvarado

  • First Hispanic MLB Franchise Owner
  • President and CEO of Alvarado Construction, Inc.
  • Voted one of the 100 Most Influential Hispanics
In Person-Fee:

$20,000 - $30,000

Virtual Fee:

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Travels From

Colorado

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Vernice Armour, speaker

Vernice "FlyGirl" Armour

  • America's First Black Female Combat Pilot
  • Former Marine & Cop
  • Author, Zero to Breakthrough
  • Consultant to Business 
In Person-Fee:

$50,000 - $100,000

Virtual Fee:

$30,000 - $50,000

Travels From

Georgia

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Jennifer Arnold, Speaker

Jennifer Arnold

  • Physician
  • Cancer Survivor
  • Star of The Little Couple
In Person-Fee:

$30,000 - $50,000

Virtual Fee:

$20,000 - $30,000

Travels From

Texas

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Michael Bach keynote speaker

Michael Bach

  • Award-winning and best-selling author and global executive with deep experience in inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility
  • Author of Alphabet Soup: The Essential Guide to LGBTQ2+ Inclusion at Work
In Person-Fee:

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Virtual Fee:

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Travels From

Canada

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Catherine Barba

Catherine Barba

  • Serial entrepreneur, expert in omnichannel commerce, digital transformations, and digital retail developing the PEPS Lab
In Person-Fee:

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Virtual Fee:

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Travels From

New York

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Hayley Barnard

Hayley Barnard

  • Co-Founder of MIX Diversity Developers
  • High-Level Trainer for Diversity, Inclusive Leadership, D&I Communications and Unconscious Bias
In Person-Fee:

$15,000 - $20,000

Virtual Fee:

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Travels From

United Kingdom

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Angela Bassett, Speaker

Angela Bassett

  • Emmy nomination for "Best Actress"
  • Executive Producer in Television and Film
  • Received NAACP Image Awards
In Person-Fee:

Over $200,000

Virtual Fee:

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Travels From

California

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Beekman 1802 founders

Beekman 1802

  • Creators of Beekman 1802, the Best-Selling Skincare Line Named Brand of the Year by Ulta
  • Co-Founder Dr. Brent Ridge: Physician, T.V. Personality, and Former Vice President for Martha Stewart Omnimedia
  • Co-Founder Josh Kilmer-Purcell: New York Times and National Bestselling Author and T.V. Personality
In Person-Fee:

$20,000 - $30,000

Virtual Fee:

$10,000 - $15,000

Travels From

New York

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Bertice Berry Speaker

Bertice Berry

  • Sociologist
  • Award-winning Entertainer & Lecturer
  • Host of Nationally Syndicated Talk Show
In Person-Fee:

$20,000 - $30,000

Virtual Fee:

$20,000 - $30,000

Travels From

Georgia

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Joel Bervell keynote speaker

Joel Bervell

  • 'Medical Mythbuster' - Over 760K Followers and 120M+ Views
  • 2022 recipient of the American Medical Student Association’s Racial Justice in Medicine Award
  • A 2022 National Minority Quality Forum “40 Under 40 Leader in Minority Health”
  • Medical Student and Award-Winning Science Communicator
In Person-Fee:

$15,000 - $20,000

Virtual Fee:

$15,000 - $20,000

Travels From

Washington

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Ritu Bhasin

Ritu Bhasin

  • CEO of bhasin consulting inc.
  • Award-winning speaker, author, and consultant
  • Internationally recognized expert in leadership, workplace culture, inclusion and belonging
In Person-Fee:

$30,000 - $50,000

Virtual Fee:

$15,000 - $20,000

Travels From

Canada

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Nadia Bilchik, Branding Speaker

Nadia Bilchik

  • Internationally renowned television personality, communication and professional development training expert
  • Editorial Producer for CNN’s Weekend Morning program
  • President of Greater Impact Communication
In Person-Fee:

$10,000 - $15,000

Virtual Fee:

$7,500 - $10,000

Travels From

Georgia

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Lenora Billings-Harris, Diversity Speaker

Lenora Billings-Harris

  • Internationally Recognized Speaker on Diversity, Inclusion & Bias
  • Certified Virtual Speaker 
  • Speaker Hall of Fame Inductee
  • Named by Diversity Woman Magazine as One of the Twenty Top Influential Diversity Leaders in the US
In Person-Fee:

$20,000 - $30,000

Virtual Fee:

$15,000 - $20,000

Travels From

North Carolina

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Kim Blue, keynote speaker

Kim Blue

  • Chief People Officer and Positive Disruptor at OpenExchange, Inc.
  • Top 10 Diverse Leaders by the 2021 Tech Inclusion Conference
  • Former VP, People Experience at Zoom
  • Former Senior HR leader at ESPN and Microsoft
In Person-Fee:

$15,000 - $20,000

Virtual Fee:

$10,000 - $15,000

Travels From

Georgia

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Lesa Bradshaw, Diversity speaker

Lesa Bradshaw

  • Disability and Diversity Transformation Specialist
  • Managing Member of Bradshaw LeRoux Consulting
In Person-Fee:

$5,000 - $10,000

Virtual Fee:

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Travels From

Africa

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