--- title: The Latest Trends for Booking Speakers description: The Latest Trends for Booking Speakers --- [1-858-228-3771](tel:1-858-228-3771) [![SpeakInc](https://blog.speakinc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/speakinc-logo.png?width=197&height=48&name=speakinc-logo.png "SpeakInc")](http://speakinc.com/) - [Speakers](http://speakinc.com/speaker) - [Individual Speakers](http://speakinc.com/speaker) - [Speaker News](http://speakinc.com/speaker-news/) - [About](http://speakinc.com/about) - [Our Team](http://speakinc.com/our-team) - [Careers](http://speakinc.com/about/careers) - [Blog](https://blog.speakinc.com/our-blog) - [FAQ](http://speakinc.com/faq) - [Contact Us](http://speakinc.com/contact-us) - [Request Consultation](http://speakinc.com/contact/request-consultation) - [Become a SpeakInc Speaker](http://speakinc.com/contact-us/become-a-speakinc-speaker/) # SpeakInc Blog # The Latest Trends for Booking Speakers by [Chris](https://blog.speakinc.com/author/chris) | January 14, 2009 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) By Ruth Levine • Speaker demo video, program titles, biographies and promo materials are accessible 24 hours a day via many speaker bureau websites such as [www.speakinc.com](http://www.speakinc.com). • The lead times in booking speakers is getting shorter. • Now that the economy has rebounded from the post 9/11 recession, speakers are slowly increasing their fees. Likewise, corporate spending for speakers is escalating as well. • In order to justify higher fees, meeting planners are creatively using speakers for more than just a keynote. For a small addition in fee (and no increase in travel expenses) and if appropriate, keynote speakers can also be used to moderate panels, present workshops, host awards presentations, emcee and speak at small VIP sessions. • Many large companies are installing "preferred vendor agreements" and working with only a select group of bureaus. • Many large companies who work with "preferred vendors" are drafting, and requiring that these bureaus use, a standardized contract for all speaker bookings. This is often called a "Master Services Agreement." • Meeting Planners are looking for more content, speakers with academic credentials (ie: Phd's and pedigrees like Harvard and MIT) and direct experience in the business world. • Speakers are offering fees inclusive of travel and other expenses. • Meeting Planner industry groups such as FICP are publishing password-protected websites where planners share their reviews, fees paid, booking source and experiences with speakers they have booked. • Many companies are using paid emcees and meeting hosts to run their meetings instead of executives and office staff. --- Topics: [Blog](https://blog.speakinc.com/topic/blog) ### Written by [Chris](https://blog.speakinc.com/author/chris) [![Need more information? Let our experts take the guesswork out of planning this key element of your next meeting and find the right keynote speaker for your event.  ](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/421388/interactive-209241923181.png)](https://blog.speakinc.com/hs/cta/wi/redirect?encryptedPayload=AVxigLJ5xug%2BTQgt%2FEMcz4iBoNNVLpHAFMCTe1%2Fwhd0Va6lbSKgCnDihpacFAjGKcX13%2F7Msto3MsAMpK1KxU6j7wwjIifaTZMtVi9mBTXZHGV%2BlkWH9CdwMRAgs7EAbw%2BmeWC9ypB9bko54v0l27zbFAnX1mu7PV%2F3RhZbbEnjlpCFZfkwHQHUtKsGz2lpPnxHgn1L2r3VPz8Zx&webInteractiveContentId=209241923181&portalId=421388) Name/Category Search ### **Don't Miss Out!** Get monthly email notifications of our latest articles that include: - Keynote Speaker Highlights - Conference & Event Planning Tips - Free Resources - Industry News [1-858-228-3771](tel:1-858-228-3771) **SpeakInc.** 10680 Treena Street, Suite 230 San Diego, CA 92131 - [Home](http://spki10347s.elevatoragency.com/) - [Privacy Policy](http://spki10347s.elevatoragency.com/privacy-policy/) - [Terms & Conditions](http://spki10347s.elevatoragency.com/terms-conditions/) - [Live Chat](http://spki10347s.elevatoragency.com/creating-complete-well-done-conference-website/#live-chat) - - - - ### Sign Up for Industry News Disclaimer: Speak Inc. Speakers Bureau is not responsible for errors, omissions or outdated information on this website. The material presented on this site is provided by the speakers who are accountable for any copyright information including licensing fees if required. Speak Inc. Speakers Bureau has permission to post the biographies, topics, photos and videos with the understanding from the speakers that the information presented is legally owned by them. © 2026 SpeakInc. All rights reserved.