I wrote a blog last year on speakers whose fee I felt would increase in 2019.
The list is not:
- A list of my favorite speakers.
- A list of newcomers. Some of the speakers on this list are already established and pricey. Like Amazon, its stock is already high but it still might be a good buy in 2020.
- A list of speakers I am looking to promote. I have no special relationships with these speakers, it is just how I see the market playing out.
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The 6 Speakers for 2019 were:
Michelle Poler | Fear Facer & Influencer
David Goggins | Retired Navy SEAL & Endurance Athlete
Heather McGowan | Future of Work Strategist
Mick Ebeling | Technology Trailblazer
Andrew Tarvin | Humor Engineer
Ben Nemtin | Co-Creator, MTV’s The Buried Life
Here is the breakdown, in no particular order, of their fee increase, if any, from 2019-2020.
- 0% increase on one - I suck
- 25% increase on two - I’ll take this ROI in any stock
- 40% increase - Patting myself on the back.
- 50% increase - That’s what I’m talking about!
- 100% increase - You heard it right. Go Tim! Go Tim! Doing a really bad happy dance. Happy for those planners that booked said speaker before the increase!
Alright. Let’s get the picks for 2020...
Feeling the pressure, but knowing I can do better. It is like when the meeting professional calls you and says, “How are we going to top this speaker next year?” and you get the job done. I will make it happen.
Here are the 2020 speakers, in no particular order. No clue why it is 6 again; purely coincidence. Their current fees vary widely. Click on their names to learn more…
Debra Jasper | Founder & CEO, Mindset Digital
Michael C Bush | CEO, Great Place to Work
David Meade | Broadcaster & Mindreader
Sara Ross | Workplace Vitality Advocate
Courtney Clark | Accelerated Resilience Expert
Alan Stein, Jr. | Performance Coach
One note, if Prince Harry and Meghan Markle come on the market, they automatically make the list!
