New York Based Speakers

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Our speakers bureau is based in New York City so we have had the pleasure of meeting many of our local speakers. Whether you are organizing a conference, seminar or a small business meeting, we are ready to help you find a professional speaker for your event.

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Ron Insana

CNBC Senior Analyst and Commentator, Trailblazing Financial Journalist, Bestselling Author and Financial Professional

USA

Speaker Ron Insana is a financial professional creating insight, change and forward-thinking notions around his keynotes. Ron has over 30 years as an economist and financial adviser as he helps companies and people understand, navigate and dominate...

Patricia Bowden-Luccardi

Women’s Holistic Health Speaker, Thermography Expert, Member of Breast Thermography International

USA

Speaker Patricia Bowden-Luccardi is a holistic health expert. She continues to enlighten audience members on the awareness and the science behind breast cancer with holistic remedies for curing and preventing a diagnosis. Patricia is your...

Bob Roth

Transcendental meditation expert, CEO of the David Lynch Foundation, Author

USA

Speaker Bob Roth has provided hundreds of thousands of people with knowledge and the personal advantage through transcendental meditation. Bob is the meditation expert, CEO of The David Lynch Foundation and President of the Center of Health and...

Jill Schiefelbein

Dynamic Communicator, Entrepreneur and Author

USA

Dynamic and engaging speaker Jill Schiefelbein delivers customized presentations with strategies that drive action in any organization. Jill has over 10 years of experience in effective communication relating to business and analytical strategies....

Amy Cole

Executive recruiter, talented business partner and staffing expert on how to recruit the best team to reach success

USA

Keynote speaker Amy Cole has a passion for people. She is a natural speaker with engaging content who helps companies find the perfect people and teams to get ahead of competitors. Amy has been in the business for 20 years and has experience in...

Melissa Gonzalez

Chief Pop-Up Architect™, Innovator and retail strategist.

USA

Speaker Melissa Gonzalez is the founder of The Lionesque Group and the Chief Pop-Up Architect™. Melissa's innovative approach to business guides companies by propelling their business forward and focusing on the foundation of ever-changing...

Daymond John

Businessman, Shark Tank investor and motivational speaker with the right tools to help you become a branding guru yourself

USA

The international sought-after speaker Daymond John is a leading expert and mentor in his field. As a Shark Tank investor and founder of FUBU, he has become a well-known businessman. Daymond is also a bestselling author of four...

AJ Paron-Wildes and Devin Wildes

A Mother and Son’s Inspirational Story about Life with Autism, Finding Purpose and Beating the Odds

USA

Mother and son AJ Paron-Wildes and Devin Wildes are two very inspirational people. When Devin was just 4 years old, he was diagnosed with autism and his mother was told he would never speak or communicate with her. Today, Devin often joins his...

Ron Karr

Sales Expert and Creator or the Velocity Mindset™ - Your Help to Increase Sales and Create Opportunities for Growth Faster than ever

USA

International keynote speaker Ron Karr is a recognized sales success expert. Ron has over 36 years of experience in sales and leadership and now translates his knowledge and insights to practical and dynamic keynote presentations. Ron’s keynotes...

Natalie Stavas

Boston Marathon Runner, Change Maker Award Recipient and Hero: Why You Should Run Towards the Chaos and Face Your Fears

USA

The dynamic keynote speaker Natalie Stavas is a very passionate and inspirational individual. She has been honored for her bravery and help in the 2013 Boston Marathon bombings and now shares her story about running towards your...

Tony Chatman

Corporate Relationship Expert, Author, and Musician

USA

Speaker Tony Chatman is a thought leader and expert of corporate relations. He helps organizations by delivering the right strategy to reinvent the business in powerful ways. Tony has helped big corporations and government agencies such as Estee...

Dr. Kristina Hallett

Clinical Psychologist and Executive Coach with the tools to help you live a stress-smart life!

USA

As a clinical psychologist, speaker Dr. Kristina Hallett has the expertise you need to disrupt the status-quo and get unstuck in your life or your work. As an expert with over 25 years in leadership, mindset, and burnout, Dr. Hallett offers...

Andrew Winston

A recognized expert on how businesses can find the Gold in going Green by tackling humanity’s biggest challenges

USA

Globally recognized writer and speaker Andrew Winston offers valuable insights on how businesses can profit by acknowledging the world’s biggest challenges. Andrew is perhaps best known for his books “Green to Gold” and “The Big Pivot”,...

Phil Jones

International sales expert who will teach you the fundamentals of selling and creating growth in your business

USA

An expert in sales and business, speaker Phil Jones is on a mission to demystify the sales process. Through his keynotes, he helps audiences understand the basics of being a successful salesman by learning new skills and getting customers to come...

Harry Freedman

Corporate Put-on, Stand-up Comedian and Emcee who will bring life and laughter to any event while leaving the audience feeling energized and connected

USA

Comedian and keynote speaker Harry Freedman is not just any guy. He has done several comedy shows from Las Vegas to the corporate room. Harry is a naturally funny guy with the ability to make anyone roll with laughter. His corporate put-on is a...

Diane DiResta

Be Influential. Be Irresistible. Be a Knockout. PRESENTATION AND COMMUNICATION COACH

USA

Speaker Diane DiResta is the top speech communications and media coach. She helps organizations and leaders by showing them how to communicate with the most impact in front of a crowd, face-to-face or online. Previously, she worked together with...

Sylvie di Giusto

Empowering Leadership Through Image, First Impressions and Brand Consistency

USA

Learn to create and define yourself through personal image with speaker Sylvie di Giusto. With her 20 years of Corporate experience, Sylvie enlightens audiences with ideas on how to further enhance their personal image, customer sales and thought...

J. Kelly Hoey

Networking and Communication Expert

USA

Build Your Dream Network with speaker J. Kelly Hoey who shares solutions to future-proofing your company and career. Years of experience in networking and connecting makes Kelly an influencer who has exceptional relationship building skills, and...

Tamika Mallory

Activist for feminism, Black Lives Matter and gun control and co-chair of Women’s March

USA

Keynote speaker Tamika Mallory is a nationally recognized activist. She fights for human rights, equality, gun control and freedom. Tamika’s talks and keynotes are full of power, inspiration and offer wake-up-calls for all of us to start changing...

Ice-T

A Living Legend of Hip-Hop and a Speaker for America’s Youth

USA

Cultural icon and speaker Ice-T is the living embodiment of what LA Hip-hop is: through his music, books and tours all over the United States he turned into a key influence and a significant spokesperson for the youth regardless of their...

Jess Todtfeld

BE Magnetic. Sales, Media, Motivation. Get Results Every Time with Guinness World Record holder Jess Todtfeld

USA

Electrifying speaker Jess Todtfeld has an incredible talent for inspiring audiences: his magnetic speeches are entertaining and teach audiences how to gain more results in various fields. With more than 20 years of experience in the media industry,...

Karen Jacobsen

The GPS Girl & Emcee

USA

Singer and keynote speaker Karen Jacobsen is the woman behind the most downloaded voice in the world. You’ve heard her in your car or from your smartphone as the woman giving you directions or recalculating your route. A true entertainer and...

Ron Shuali, M.Ed.

Breathe & stretch through engaging keynotes

USA

Top motivational speaker Ron Shuali has expertise in education and martial arts. He makes audiences laugh, listen and learn to succeed with his engaging...

Robyn Hatcher

Demystify the Chemistry of Communication

USA

Better communication leads to more sales, stronger teams, a collaborative culture and increased retention & productivity. Speaker Robyn Hatcher shines a light on how to get these results, drawing on her background in TV, communication coaching,...

Robert Safian

The Future of Business

USA

In the world of business, speaker Robert Safian has a reputation for near-clairvoyant prediction. Notably, he was the first editor to put Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg on a magazine cover, and he covered Airbnb, Netflix and Uber long before they were...

Alexandra Wilkis Wilson

Award-Winning Entrepreneur & Innovation Icon

USA

Speaker Alexandra Wilkis Wilson shares stories that make a huge difference in for businesses of every size around the world. She is a New York City-based entrepreneur and deal-maker in digital commerce, luxury merchandising and business...

Andre de Castro

Tech executive & cryptocurrency specialist

USA

Speaker Andre De Castro has been actively engaged in the crypto-currency bitcoin industry since its early days. A software engineer with a passion for finance and technology, Andre is a blockchain...

Lou Diamond

Master Connector, Speaker, Leadership & Performance Coach

USA

Keynote speaker Lou Diamond has over 25 years of experience in sales, relationship management, business development and executive coaching. He is a best-selling author as well as a podcast & TV host. Lou Diamond is energetic, comical and...

Lili Gil Valletta

Cultural Intelligence Expert

USA

Keynote speaker Lili Gil Valletta is a World Economic Forum Young Global Leader and an award-winning entrepreneur. After immigrating to the US from Colombia, she had a successful corporate career including a 10-year tenure at Johnson & Johnson,...

Polly LaBarre

Changemaker & Management Maverick

USA

Author, business consultant and speaker Polly LaBarre has worked with leaders to make their businesses innovative, resilient and inspiring for over 2 decades! Polly’s field-tested insights help organizations change the way they change! Effectively...

Rob Watson

Green Building Thought Leader

USA

Speaker Rob Watson is an expert on green buildings, sustainable tourism, energy efficiency technology and more. Rob helped to pioneer LEED, the most commonly used standard by which green buildings are measured around the world. What’s more,...

Jenn Lederer

Motivational Comedian & Leadership Coach for Creative Entrepreneurs

USA

Keynote speaker Jenn Lederer combines comedy, heart, intuition and business strategies. Helping her audiences laugh their way to a breakthrough! Our speaker Jenn Lederer tailors her talks to your needs. Because she knows that no one’s journey...

Jeffrey Lyons

Movie Critic & Author

USA

Five-time New York Emmy winner Jeffrey Lyons grew up in a home visited by many of the world's luminaries of that era including Sir Alfred Hitchcock, Ernest Hemingway, John Steinbeck, Orson Welles, Barbra Streisand, and Joe DiMaggio, to name a few....

Willis Sparks

US Politics & Geopolitical Risk Management Expert

USA

Keynote speaker Willis Sparks is an expert on global macro politics and a thought leader on the risks, opportunities, and trends created by current geopolitical conflicts. Our skilled speaker Willis Sparks is able to captivate and enlighten...

Diane Nathaniel

Founder of Beat Stage 3, Diane Nathaniel, is spreading awareness of the importance of cancer prevention

USA

Speaker Diane Nathaniel is a stage 3 Colon Cancer survivor. Today, she’s busy spreading awareness of the importance of cancer screening and prevention. After beating cancer she founded Beat Stage 3 with her best friend Helen Collen. Diane has...

Katie Goodman

Award-winning comedian, author and motivational speaker best-known from TV and for her YouTube videos

USA

Keynote speaker Katie Goodman’s charisma and confidence put people at ease while encouraging personal acceptance and growth. She is an inspiring, talented and hysterical presence. Renowned for her keynotes on how to use the tools of improv comedy...

Hector Monsegur

Director of a Cybersecurity Company, Security Researcher and Former Blackhat.

USA

Keynote speaker Hector Monsegur, perhaps better known by the online pseudonym Sabu, has been through a lot to get to where he is today. Hector is a former hacker for Anonymous and leader for LulzSec. Today, he has turned his life around and...

Breanne Butler

Pastry Chef and Women's March Activist

USA

Keynote speaker Breanne Butler is a pastry chef, entrepreneur, and advocate for women. She is an inspiration to others not only because of her success in starting her own business, but also because she was able step up and make global history with...

Gerald Lucas

Real estate expert, author and serial entrepreneur speaking about his success in business and in life

USA

Keynote speaker Gerald Lucas is an internationally recognized speaker on real estate, entrepreneurship and achieving success in business and in life. A serial entrepreneur, Gerald has spent most of the last 20 years working in the real estate...

Daniel Wagner

CEO of Country Risk Solutions

USA

Keynote speaker Daniel Wagner is a frequent speaker on current affairs and risk management at conferences, seminars, and universities around the world. Drawing on his three decades of experience in the private and public sectors, he has worked for...

Desmond Lachman

Prominent Economist

USA

Keynote speaker Desmond Lachman is an economist specializing in global macro-economy, multilateral lending agencies, the U.S, housing market,and global currency issues. Due to his expertize, Lachman has been able to successfully predict trends such...

Catherine Barba

Serial entrepreneur, expert in omnichannel commerce, digital transformations, and digital retail developing the PEPS Lab

USA

Our keynote speaker Catherine Barba is a serial entrepreneur and an expert in omnichannel commerce, digital retail and digital transformations. She is an energetic speaker who provides audiences with the keys they need to thrive in the digital...

Pandit Dasa

Mindful Leadership expert, author, writer for the Huffington Post, and founder and CEO of Conscious Living (LLC)

USA

Keynote speaker Pandit Dasa is a Mindful Leadership Expert who aligns mindfulness and happiness to enhance your audiences' work and personal life. He has spoken at a TEDx conference, SHRM National Convention and has been featured in the NYTimes,...

Sara Riis-Carstensen

Successful Global Director of brand development at LEGO who has driven several iconic brand campaigns around the world

USA

Keynote speaker Sara Riis-Carstensen is the creator of LEGO’s global brand strategy. She draws on experience from positions at Carlsberg and Giorgio Armani, giving audiences a unique insight into how LEGO is regularly ranked as one of the most...

David Katz

Lifestyle medicine expert

USA

Our keynote speaker David Katz is the founder of the True Health Initiative which spreads knowledge of how your lifestyle is important for avoiding preventable chronic illness. He is an author, an inventor, and an international...

Kaihan Krippendorff

Strategy and Innovation Expert

USA

Keynote speaker Dr. Kaihan Krippendorff is the founder of the growth strategy consulting firm, Outthinker, a former McKinsey consultant and author of four business strategy books. Kaihan specializes in serving financial service, technology, and...

Tami Evans

Communication specialist and humorous motivational speaker who believes that humor is the key to communication

USA

Keynote speaker Tami Evans shares her energy, passion and humor to create an unforgettable experience for audiences. She specializes in fast-paced, interactive programs, filled with lots of learning and laughter....

Edgar Perez

Futurist & business consultant with expertise in the fields of quantum computing, artificial intelligence and cybersecurity

USA

Keynote speaker Edgar Perez is a published author, business consultant for billion-dollar private equity and hedge funds and Council Member at the Gerson Lehrman Group, Guidepoint Global Advisors and Internal Consulting Group, with subject matter...

Karen Palmer

Film director, digital media artist, futurist and storyteller combining her talents in creative and dynamic keynotes

UK, USA

Keynote speaker Karen Palmer is a successful film director, and digital artist. Her creative work combines storytelling and technology in a unique manner that fascinates audiences. Her talks create long-lasting impressions that are supported by her...

Paul H. Keckley, PhD

Entrepreneur, health care economist, health care policy expert and member of the Health Executive Network

USA

The keynote speaker Paul H. Keckley is an independent health care industry analyst, policy expert and entrepreneur. A sought-after speaker and industry expert, he is the author of renowned health care policy column The Keckley Report, and a regular...

Michael Solomon

Consumer Behaviour Expert & Marketing Specialist

USA

Speaker Michael Solomon is a consumer behavior strategist. He is a marketing expert with an in-depth understanding of any imaginable product. A highly sought-after keynote speaker Michael Solomon delivers state of the art results to his clients...

Christina “CK” Kerley

Professor and innovation specialist illustrating how historic levels of innovation are reshaping today’s businesses

USA

Our keynote speaker Christina "CK" Kerley has been a forerunner in tech revolutions for 20 years. The innovation speaker and specialist leads Fortune 500 executives through the jungle of emerging technologies that are transforming our world today...

Keith Wyche

Business Transformation Specialist

USA

Our speaker Keith Wyche is an excellent presenter in the field of business transformation. Named one of the top 100 African American executives by both Savoy and Black Enterprise Magazines, Keith continues to be a creative, energetic and...

Richard Hawk

Leading Safety Expert & Entertaining Speaker

USA

Leading safety author & keynote speaker Richard Hawk has ample experience from all corners of the safety industry. An unusually entertaining speaker, he has spoken for the safety leaders of Fortune 500 companies, and is widely recognized as...

Dr. Jason Carthen

Leadership and organizational development expert, founder of Speak Life University™ and former professional football player

USA

Dr. Jason Carthen is an experienced leadership expert, motivator and passionate speaker. A former professional football player, he knows about the power of teamwork. His keynotes are eye-opening, entertaining and inspire change. Keynote speaker...

Rita McGrath

Expert on strategy and innovation, Professor at Colombia Business School and consultant to senior leadership teams

USA

Keynote speaker Rita McGrath is a renowned Professor at Columbia Business School with great expertise in the field of strategy and innovation. Rita is a very sought-after professor, speaker, and consultant to senior leadership team all over the...

Peter Bregman

Leadership expert, author and consultant advising CEOs and senior leaders at the world’s premier organizations

USA

The keynote speaker Peter Bregman is an advisor to CEOs and senior leaders at the world’s premier organizations, Peter Bregman offers surprisingly practical ideas that immediately impact the way people approach their work and their lives,...

Michael J. Gelb

Global Thinker, Author and Consultant

USA

Keynote speaker Michael J. Gelb is the world’s leading authority on the application of genius thinking to personal and organizational development. He is the author of 14 successful books and brings more than 30 years of experience as a...

Chris Bashinelli

TV host, Nat Geo explorer and professional, motivational speaker worldwide from TEDx to Abu Dhabi

USA

Keynote speaker Chris Bashinelli is an outstandingly charismatic speaker. He has spoken worldwide, from the United Nations General Assembly Hall to Fortune 500 companies. In his speeches, Chris Bashinelli motivates people to step out of their...

Jeffrey Hayzlett

TV & radio host, bestselling author and leading business expert on growth, marketing and communications

USA

Our keynote speaker Jeffrey Hayzlett is a global business celebrity. His experience and outstanding knowledge about business growth, communications and marketing make him a highly sought-after public speaker. His charismatic speeches drive and...

Martha Rogers

Author and Business Strategist

USA

Recognized for well over a decade as one of the leading authorities on customer-focused relationship management strategies, keynote speaker Martha Rogers, Ph.D., is an acclaimed author, business strategist and a founding partner of Peppers &...

Joseph Jaffe

Change, innovation and marketing

USA

One of the most sought-after consultants, speakers and thought leaders on marketing , new media and social media, keynote speaker Joseph Jaffe is President of jaffe, LLC, a thought leadership and marketing innovation...

John C. Havens

Technology and well-being expert, Actor and Writer

USA

15 years as a successful actor on Broadway film and TV, keynote speaker John Havens has honed skills, stories and experiences that very few speakers can match. He has a motivating and compelling presence and delivers complex themes in a way that...

Ian Bremmer

PhD in political science, President of Eurasia Group, author and adviser on international risk management

USA

Our keynote speaker Ian Bremmer is the president of Eurasia Group, the leading global political risk research and consulting firm. Ian Bremmer is a sought-after adviser on international risk...

Greg Verdino

Futurist, digital transformation expert and global authority on “the digital now” known for his ability to forecast trends

USA

Our keynote speaker Greg Verdino is an authority on futurism and digital transformation. He helps enterprises thrive in the face of disruption. In addition, he is an author and a well-known expert used on a wide variety of media...

Frans Johansson

Entrepreneur, innovation expert, consultant, and author best-known for making the business case for diversity

USA

Keynote speaker Frans Johansson demonstrates how the best ideas and innovation come from collaboration between people with diverse experiences, skills, expertise, perspectives, backgrounds and cultures. Simply stated, Johansson is known for making...

Summer Rayne Oakes

Ecomodel and Activist

USA

Model, author, activist and keynote speaker Summer Rayne Oakes is the World’s First Ecomodel. She has made it a mission to align her passion for people, style and nature in everything that she does. Listen to an inspirational speaker with a focus...

Daniel Sieberg

Emmy Nominated Journalist and Technology Expert

USA

Keynote speaker Daniel Sieberg is co-founder and head of journalism operations for Civil, which is a cutting-edge new startup that couples decentralized news content with the blockchain architecture and cryptocurrency. He was previously co-founder...

Chester Elton

#1 Bestselling Business Author, Organizational Culture, Employee Engagement, and Teamwork Expert.

USA

Keynote speaker Chester Elton is a bestselling business author, motivation expert, and global guru. Speaker Chester Elton influences organizations in becoming their best selves with his prevailing theories on company culture. Chester will optimize...

Brett King

Futurist, bestselling author, and expert on innovation, financial services and the future of business

USA

Our keynote speaker Brett King is an acknowledged futurist and expert on innovation, customer experience and technology disruption. Brett specializes in understanding the fundamental shifts in consumer behaviour, and is a sought-after speaker who...

Barbara Corcoran

The talented entrepreneur started her career in real estate. Today, she is a TV personality as a "shark" investor

USA

Keynote speaker Barbara Corcoran is a talented innovator and entrepreneur. She managed to turn a $1000 dollar loan into a five-billion-dollar real estate business. Barbara is the well-known real estate contributor for NBC’s TODAY Show where she...

Amy Myers Jaffe

Commentator on Oil and Energy Policy

USA

Our speaker Amy is a widely quoted commentator on oil and energy policy in the international media. She has provided testimony on Capitol Hill on energy matters, and she regularly appears on a variety of television news stations and programs...

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