National Speakers Bureau

01/31/2024

After almost 50 years of operation, (Now 54) I sold National Speakers Bureau to Premiere Speakers Bureau... a highly regarded speaking agency with whom I had worked with on many assignments and in event industry leadership roles. As part of the merger agreement I was obligated to stay three years and it has been going well now going on six years. I’m still here and plan to remain.

Our firm has been operating under both names these past few years and we’ve decided to streamline our operation, operate all under Premiere Speakers Bureau and put our full effort into building one brand.

Changes? My email, (the existing one will work for a LONG time) but you will begin to see [email protected] grace your inbox starting in February. Also, Premiere has nicer note cards to use should I decide to write you a letter.

I’m starting my 44th year here and I look forward to putting that experience to work for you.

Brian Palmer

A 3+ minute video with more detail about this:

07/04/2023

Happy Independence Day!

06/27/2023

Great insight from our friend and excellent speaker, Neil Pasricha!

"The news is full of reasons why so many Americans feel unhappy: social media addictions, economic fears, climate change and the decline of social trust, just to name a few.

But we rarely talk about reasons to be happy. As a New York Times best-selling author, podcaster and speaker focused on intentional living, I want to change that.

I’ve written 10 books and journals on happiness, gratitude, habits and resilience that share how to cultivate a positive mindset amidst chaos.

Here are five research-backed practices I do every day to feel happier:"

Learn more about booking Neil to speak at your event here: https://premierespeakers.com/neil_pasricha

How can we boost happiness in our lives? Bestselling author and mindfulness expert Neil Pasricha, who has written 10 books on happiness and resilience, shares the science-backed habits he does every day to feel happier.

06/20/2023

Some of our team went to see Ron Clark speak, and as always, he crushed it!

Learn more about booking Ron for your event: https://bit.ly/3Pj9fM9

05/31/2023

Mark Schulman is a monster drummer who’s toured the world with some of the greatest rock and pop performers. He’s played before crowds as big as 225,000 and with artists like P!NK, Billy Idol, Cher, Stevie Nicks, Foreigner, Simple Minds, and others over his 32-year touring career.

Mark is also amazing on another stage – as a speaker, where he delivers a rock show disguised as a keynote. “I’ve learned about the importance of attitude as part of the touring family with these great performers,” Mark says as he unpacks the secrets of rockstar performance. His presentations translate lessons learned during a remarkable career into valuable tips for organizations, teams, leaders, and those who want to be their absolute best.

Mark Schulman is a brilliant storyteller and performer who inspires audiences to engage and unleash their inner rockstar. Mark's first book, Conquering Life’s Stage Fright, shows people how to harness doubt, fear, and anxiety to perform at their best when it matters most. His next book, The Attitude Equation, is slated for late 2023 release. Mark is also a judge and coach on the first-of-its-kind original music competition television show called BANDED on AXS TV.

Here Mark Schulman opens up about what we can all learn from the greatest music artists in the world.

The Secrets of Rockstar Performance Revealed by Mark Schulman.

05/29/2023

Thank you to all of the service men, women and families who have given the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Such a high cost. May we not take it for granted today or any day. Happy Memorial Day!

05/25/2023

Welcome to the Premiere Speakers Bureau family, Liz Bohannon!

Liz Bohannon is one our newest exclusive speakers and is the Founder and CEO of socially conscious fashion brand Sseko Designs which she founded in 2009 as a way to provide educational and economic opportunities for women in East Africa, while creating a brand of beautifully designed and sustainably conscious products from jewelry, to clothes, shoes and handbags.

Liz shares the lessons learned from her 10-year journey growing Sseko from three women under a mango tree, into a successful international brand that provides employment, educational and entrepreneurial opportunities to thousands of women across the globe.

Be sure to check out Liz's speaking reel and then reach out to us to get her booked for your event!

Learn more: https://premierespeakers.com/liz_bohannon

04/11/2023

"To really have leadership that lasts, it can’t just be for the mission. It’s also got to be for the people." - Tim Tebow

Learn more about booking Tim for your event: http://ow.ly/LHsw50NF1Lf

03/29/2023

"What have your eyes been opened to? And what has your heart been pricked for? That's a really good place to start." - Tim Tebow

Thanks to Tim Tebow for joining us on the Podcast last week!

Here's the link to the full episode (MUST LISTEN): http://ow.ly/bMEk50NuP2h

Learn more about having Tim speak at your event: http://ow.ly/Vjwl50NuP2i

03/01/2023

Two truths of employee engagement from our friend, Patrick Leddin.

1. "The reality is, you can't engage anybody...you can create conditions where people choose to engage."

2. "No one is more engaging or disengaging for an individual employee than their direct leader."

02/23/2023

Our friend, Mike Staver, with The Staver Group, is hosting a webinar today covering Pace and Pressure. Check out the details here: https://mikestaver.com/webinars/

Pace and pressure are our constant companions. There is an expectation that more is better, yet it seems there is never enough. Never enough time, never enough energy.

You will learn:
1. What to do and what to avoid.
2. The proven steps that I use to stay focused on productive.
3. How to block out the noise.
4. What you can do to be clear about a path forward in your business and life.

01/16/2023

May we all have the courage to do what is right no matter the circumstance! Thanks to heroes like Martin Luther King, Jr. for leading the way. Happy MLK Day!