Preferred Speakers

Name: Preferred Speakers
Address: Minneapolis, MN, US
Telephone: (612) 929-2277
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A women-owned speakers bureau with experience of booking speakers and entertainers for corporate, non Experience matters!

We are a women-owned speakers bureau with 75 years experience of booking speakers and entertainers for corporate, non-profit, association and college and university events.

07/10/2025

Customer Service isn’t a department; it’s the heart of your brand. And at Preferred Speakers, we represent powerhouse experts who know how to turn customer interactions into unforgettable experiences.

Whether you're looking to boost retention, energize your frontline teams, or reimagine what service looks like in today’s market, these speakers deliver with impact.

💡 Want your audience to leave inspired to wow every customer, every time?
We’ve got the experts who make it happen.

🌐 https://loom.ly/R9uq96s
📱 (612) 929-2277
📧 [email protected]

07/08/2025

🚨 In a business world drowning in sameness, standing out just isn’t enough anymore.

🎤 Meet Scott McKain, the globally respected voice behind a revolutionary idea: if you want to thrive in today’s AI-driven marketplace, you need more than attention… You need distinction.

Scott delivers the blueprint every organization needs to:
✅ Rise above disruption
✅ Overcome customer apathy
✅ Build a brand, team, and culture that’s unforgettable and impossible to copy.

🧠 It’s not about being different for the sake of it. It’s about being so compelling, customers choose you again and again.

Ready to move beyond “standing out” and start owning your space?

🌐 https://loom.ly/7TMLGhA
📱 (612) 929-2277
📧 [email protected]

07/07/2025

Olympic icon. Cancer survivor. Motivational powerhouse.

With 7 Olympic medals (2 gold, 2 silver, 3 bronze), 59 international and 49 national medals (over half of them gold), Shannon Miller is one of the most decorated gymnasts in U.S. history.

She made history as the first American gymnast to win back-to-back World All-Around titles, and in 1996 led the Magnificent Seven to Team Gold, an unforgettable moment in Olympic history. 🏆

But Shannon’s story didn’t stop there. After retiring from competition, she faced her biggest challenge yet: a rare form of ovarian cancer. She battled back with fierce determination and now travels the country as a passionate advocate for health, wellness, and early detection. Empowering others with her Gold Medal Mindset. 💪🎗️

✨ From Olympic arenas to boardrooms and ballrooms, Shannon’s message of resilience, focus, and breakthrough performance inspires audiences of all kinds.

Because when it comes to overcoming life’s toughest challenges, Our Speakers Don’t Hold Back.

Book Shannon with Preferred Speakers and elevate your next event!
🌐 https://loom.ly/SIlZxNo
📱 (612) 929-2277
📧 [email protected]

07/04/2025

Happy 4th of July from Preferred Speakers! 🎆

Today we celebrate the land of the free and the home of the brave. As you gather with family and friends to enjoy fireworks, food, and freedom, we’re reminded of the power of voices that inspire, unite, and spark change.

At Preferred Speakers, we’re proud to represent some of the most impactful voices in the country. Leaders, motivators, and changemakers who embody the American spirit every day.

Wishing you a safe, joyful, and meaningful Independence Day! ❤️🤍💙

06/30/2025

Let’s celebrate the power of connection this Social Media Day! 🌐📱

Social Media Day is the perfect time to say THANK YOU for being part of our community, and to invite even more of you to join the conversation!

✨ Follow us for the latest speaker spotlights, event highlights, and inspiration to elevate your next event:
📘 Facebook: https://loom.ly/b7fw7hY
🔗 LinkedIn: https://loom.ly/vEFzDIk
📸 Instagram: https://loom.ly/i5V0dXU

Your next unforgettable event connection could be just a follow away. Let’s stay connected and make every message count!

🌐 https://loom.ly/V_FUwcE
📱 (612) 929-2277
📧 [email protected]

06/25/2025

To wrap up our National Update Your Resume Month speaker spotlight series, we’re thrilled to feature the inspiring and multifaceted Roxane Battle, a mental well-being advocate, best-selling author, and dynamic speaker whose resume speaks volumes.

🧠 As an executive inside Fortune 5 UnitedHealth Group, Roxane spoke globally on the topic of burnout and reached 4 million subscribers in her mental health video series.

📺 With 20+ years in television news as an Emmy-nominated reporter and award-winning anchor, Roxane brings a natural charisma and poise to the stage that instantly captivates.

📘 She has made it her mission to prioritize mental well-being and build inclusive communities -- beginning with herself, which she details in her bestselling book 𝘗𝘖𝘊𝘒𝘌𝘛𝘚 𝘖𝘍 𝘑𝘖𝘠: 𝘋𝘦𝘤𝘪𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘰 𝘉𝘦 𝘏𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘺, 𝘊𝘩𝘰𝘰𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘰 𝘉𝘦 𝘍𝘳𝘦𝘦.

🎓 She is a University of Minnesota Carlson School of Management Executive Education presenter and Global Women's Network Senior Advisory Board member.

If you're looking for a speaker who can genuinely connect, inspire reflection, and spark real change, Roxane Battle delivers every time.

✨ Let her be the voice that transforms your next meeting or event.

🌐 https://loom.ly/0Y0RVtQ
📱 (612) 929-2277
📧 [email protected]

06/21/2025

Connect with us today and bring clarity, energy, and brilliance to your next event with Theresa Rose. 💡🎤

As we continue celebrating National Update Your Resume Month, meet a speaker who knows how to cut through the noise and help audiences crystallize their value and brand like never before: Theresa Rose, Brand & Business Crystallizer, Strategic Co-Creator, and Certified Speaking Professional™.

✨ With two TEDx talks, several acclaimed books, and a sparkling reputation as a top sales producer and thought leadership expert, Theresa helps organizations and individuals discover what she calls “cocktail napkin clarity," the ability to articulate your unique brilliance in a way that’s simple, powerful, and unforgettable.

💼 Her impressive background includes:
✔️ Fortune 100 senior leadership in Marketing & Product Development, where she drove over $100M in annual revenue
✔️ Head of Thought Leadership for a global executive network, leading elite speakers, consultants, and influencers
✔️ Award-winning author of books like Mindful Performance and Your Daily Dose of Mojo

Whether she’s working with high-level executives, sales teams, or creative professionals, Theresa’s programs deliver strategic insights with unmatched enthusiasm and a human touch that makes transformation feel possible and exciting.

If your audience is ready to get clear, get confident, and get results, Theresa Rose is the speaker to make it happen.

🌐 https://loom.ly/DqVNe9I
📱 (612) 929-2277
📧 [email protected]

06/19/2025

Today, we take a stand.

On Juneteenth, we honor the strength, resilience, and liberation of Black Americans. This day marks not just freedom, but the continued fight for equity, justice, and representation.

At Preferred Speakers, we are committed to amplifying voices that challenge, inspire, and create meaningful change. Today and every day, we stand with those working toward a more inclusive and equitable future.

06/18/2025

In celebration of National Update Your Resume Month, we’re diving into the powerhouse speaker whose resume and real-life experience light up every stage.

💪 With 20+ years of leadership experience, Anne brings a unique blend of humor, heart, and high energy to every audience. She's the queen of helping people navigate change, discomfort, and leadership challenges with confidence.

📚 She’s the author of two acclaimed books on change, the host of the wildly popular podcast "𝘋𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘋𝘪𝘴𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘵 𝘡𝘰𝘯𝘦," and has taken on challenges like running international marathons and volunteering at elephant sanctuaries (yes, really 🐘).

Anne isn’t just a speaker, she’s an experience. Her energy is contagious, her stories are unforgettable, and her message is exactly what today’s leaders and teams need.

🔥 Want to ignite your audience with passion, resilience, and a serious dose of inspiration? Anne Bonney is your speaker.

🌐 https://loom.ly/wyJPK2c
📱 (612) 929-2277
📧 [email protected]

06/15/2025

Happy Father’s Day from Preferred Speakers! 💙

Today, we celebrate the dads, father figures, mentors, and role models who inspire us with their strength, wisdom, and unwavering support. Thank you for the stories you share, the lessons you teach, and the love you give so generously.

Wishing you a day filled with laughter, connection, and well-deserved appreciation. You truly make a difference.

𝗣𝗶𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗱: 𝗝. 𝗪𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗲𝗻 𝗕𝘂𝗿𝗸𝗲, 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 & 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗮𝗱

06/11/2025

In honor of National Update Your Resume Month, we're spotlighting one of our speakers whose resume is just as impressive as his insights.

🎓 𝘗𝘳𝘰𝘧𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘰𝘳. 𝘈𝘶𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘳. 𝘛𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳.
Arthur Brooks is the Parker Gilbert Montgomery Professor of the Practice of Public and Nonprofit Leadership at the Harvard Kennedy School and also teaches at Harvard Business School, where he leads groundbreaking courses on leadership, happiness, and social entrepreneurship.

🖋️ A celebrated voice in personal development, Arthur pens the beloved “𝘏𝘰𝘸 𝘵𝘰 𝘉𝘶𝘪𝘭𝘥 𝘢 𝘓𝘪𝘧𝘦” column for 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘈𝘵𝘭𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘤, and his wisdom has helped thousands reshape their lives, relationships, and leadership.

📚 He’s also authored 13 books, including New York Times bestsellers, and was named one of Fortune’s 50 World’s Greatest Leaders. His speaking style? Uplifting, intellectual, engaging, deeply human, and funny!

Arthur Brooks is the speaker your audience will remember, reflect on, and rave about.

✨ Book Arthur now to bring substance, strategy, and soul to your stage.

🌐 https://loom.ly/i6XPops
📱 (612) 929-2277
📧 [email protected]

06/09/2025

Our latest Speaker Skinny blog post, "𝘐’𝘥 𝘓𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘛𝘦𝘢𝘤𝘩 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘞𝘰𝘳𝘭𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘚𝘪𝘯𝘨," takes inspiration from Coca-Cola’s iconic 1970s campaign. A moment in history that used music to promote hope, unity, and global harmony during a time of deep division.

🎵 “𝘐’𝘥 𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘦𝘢𝘤𝘩 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘭𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘪𝘯 𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘧𝘦𝘤𝘵 𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘮𝘰𝘯𝘺…”
This wasn’t just a jingle. It was a call for inclusion, love, and understanding that still resonates today.

At Preferred Speakers, we believe in the power of people and purpose. We represent an incredible lineup of speakers, educators, and leaders who know how to bridge gaps, spark connections, and inspire change.

✨ Planning a meeting or event?
We’ve got the voices that can help your audience sing in harmony and walk away transformed.

👉 Read the full blog post: https://loom.ly/r8VfW3Q
Then let’s find the perfect speaker to help bring your mission to life.

🌐 https://loom.ly/V_FUwcE
📱 (612) 929-2277
📧 [email protected]

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We are a women-owned speakers bureau with years of experience booking speakers and entertainers for corporate, non-profit, association and college and university events. We save our clients time and money. We have access and experience researching, negotiating and booking exceptional speakers and celebrities that partner with our meeting planning executives to reinforce their meeting goals and objectives. Preferred Speakers goal is to partner with the right speaker, who delivers the right message, in front of the right audience to better the world, one attendee at a time.