In 1997, I left my career as an elementary music teacher in Canada and found myself selling motivational speakers in Texas on commission-only sales.
I quickly learned two things: I had a lot to learn about sales, and the materials I was selling weren’t doing the speakers—or me—any favors.
The speakerbrands I pitched were cluttered and chaotic, leaving buyers confused and disengaged. So, I started helping speakers clean up their materials, creating clearer, more compelling brands to make them easier to sell. The results were undeniable: I closed more deals, became a top producer, and fell in love with the art of branding.
Fast forward to 2009, when I launched See Agency, applying my obsession with branding to elevate professional speakers. Within five years, See Agency earned a coveted spot on the Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing companies, proving the power of a focused, intentional approach to branding and speaker strategy.
But 2020 forced the events industry to reimagine itself. With live events paused, I channeled my experience into creating Speaker Therapy, providing consulting for speakers eager to reframe their brands and businesses. This one-on-one approach worked, but it was slow, limiting how many people I could help.
That’s when I had an idea: What if we could bring together a network of speakers and industry insiders to share insights, strategies, and connections in real time? That vision led to Bookable Speakers.
THE EVOLUTION OF BOOKABLE SPEAKERS
What began as consulting has transformed into a thriving network of professional speakers, event planners, and industry experts. Through events, workshops, and now, the Amazon #1 book Become a Bookable Speaker, we’ve struck a chord.
The hunger for advanced education and real connections is clear, and Bookable Speakers answers that call.
OUR MISSION
To Elevate Professional Speakers through Advanced Education and a Connected Network
The speaking industry has evolved, and so must the way speakers position themselves. What worked five years ago often falls flat today. At Bookable Speakers, we close the gaps:
- Between speakers and the people who book and represent them.
- Between silos of talent and opportunities for connection.
- Between industry trends and actionable strategies for success.
With a combination of events, cohorts, and an ever-expanding network, we bring clarity to a cluttered market, helping speakers achieve the bookings they deserve.
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Become a Bookable Speaker was #1 on Amazon for 4 weeks and one of Forbes "5 Must-Read Books For Personal And Professional Growth This Fall"