At the Worldwide Speakers Group, we value and appreciate all of partnerships in the global lecture industry. This especially extends to our trusted Speaker Series, who present communities and audiences across the country, with the chance to listen and learn from thought-leaders who have shaped the world.

One of our trusted partners, the Distinguished Speaker Series of Southern California, has been continuing their tradition of excellence for over 22 years, by offering Southern Californians in Beverly Hills, Pasadena, Redondo Beach and Thousand Oaks the opportunity to witness and experience six exceptional speakers each year. Co-founder and President, Sue Swan, answers a few questions below about the trusted partnership between her Series and a leading global professional services firm like Worldwide Speakers Group.

With any event, a keynote speaker is posed to add unique value. In most cases, they are the main attraction of the morning or afternoon, and therefore, finding the right one is essential to a successful event. A great keynote speaker should affect the audience and inspire them with new ideas and creativity.

Bringing on a keynoter for an event will be at cost to the client, but the benefit of a great speaker will always outweigh it.

At WWSG, our thought leaders possess the characteristics of great speakers. Being prepared, engaging, and having the ability to impact an audience, are all qualities an exceptional speaker must have in order to make a true and lasting influence.

Celebrity speakers are continuing to draw in audiences of the masses at events across the globe. With their international appeal and exciting presentations, more and more Clients are turning towards booking well-known speakers. With their motivational and inspirational presentations, they are a great choice for all types of events.

At Worldwide Speakers Group, we have the ability to help Clients contact and book the most well-suited speaker for their event, which includes their desired celebrity speaker. There are differences, however, when booking a celebrity speaker as compared to a professional speaker.

Have YOU picked a keynote speaker for your next event or conference?

We are all too familiar with the complexity involved with picking a professional speaker for events. That's why we've been hard at work creating a tool to make this process easier than ever before!

Choosing the right professional speakers for your audience can make or break an event. You want speakers who will motivate, inspire and of course entertain your audience. For that reason, selecting just the right pair of speakers can be a bit tricky. To help you plan your next event, we’ve put together a few speaker pairings that are sure to engage your audience.

The keynote speaker you choose for your event could have a significant impact on your brand. The speaker can bring attention to your organization and help support your brand’s marketing objectives during the event. It’s important to assess the best available keynote speakers to ensure you make the right choice.

Of the multiple kinds of keynote speakers, perhaps the most versatile are political speakers. They possess the ability to speak to multiple audiences in a multitude of settings, and they can come with perks like book signings or meet and greets. In the eyes of the audience, the perceived value of a political keynote speaker goes beyond their actual presentation, which is why they are a little more expensive.

Political speakers typically don’t come cheap. Obviously, they’re adept enough in the political realm to gain votes, but the real trouble area is in their particular preferences. Do they prefer to have a driver, or do they prefer to drive themselves? Do they have a security team? These pieces of information are essential in providing the best experience for your political keynote speaker, which is critical to fostering the relationship with that speaker for any future events.

At the ripe age of 23, Tomi Lahren is quickly making a name for herself. She is the youngest political talk show host in history; her one-hour show, "Tomi," airs frequently on TheBlaze TV. On top of that show, she hosts an additional commentary segment called “Final Thoughts with Tomi Lahren” which is also featured on TheBlaze.com. With her sharp mind and witty sense of humor, she has quickly drawn a massive audience including many who would not ordinarily be considered the typical conservative audience.

Silicon Valley icon. Notable Philanthropist. Co-founder of Apple Computer. Muse for many disruptive technologies: iPod, iPhone, iPad. Co-inventor of the Apple I & II. He is “Woz.” Steve Wozniak.

Many Keynote speakers use technology as a means to engage their audience and vary the form depending on the event and type of presentation. Technology can vastly expand a speakers opportunities to directly and indirectly engage their audience.  Social media, customized conference media networks and innovative ways of sharing information make it fun and easy for speakers to connect in new ways. Here are 3 common technologies being used by some of the most sought after speakers to muster up engagement: