Preferred Speakers

Preferred Speakers 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.

The heart of giving runs deep within our Preferred Speakers community.Our incredible lineup of philanthropy-focused spea...
11/21/2025

The heart of giving runs deep within our Preferred Speakers community.

Our incredible lineup of philanthropy-focused speakers, including ๐˜ˆ๐˜ฎ๐˜บ ๐˜—๐˜ถ๐˜ณ๐˜ฅ๐˜บ, ๐˜ˆ๐˜ด๐˜ฉ๐˜ญ๐˜ฆ๐˜บ ๐˜™๐˜ฉ๐˜ฐ๐˜ฅ๐˜ฆ๐˜ด-๐˜Š๐˜ฐ๐˜ถ๐˜ณ๐˜ต๐˜ฆ๐˜ณ, ๐˜‰๐˜ฆ๐˜ณ๐˜ต ๐˜‘๐˜ข๐˜ค๐˜ฐ๐˜ฃ๐˜ด, ๐˜‹๐˜ฐ๐˜ค ๐˜๐˜ฆ๐˜ฏ๐˜ฅ๐˜ญ๐˜ฆ๐˜บ, and ๐˜š๐˜ต๐˜ฆ๐˜ท๐˜ฆ ๐˜ž๐˜ฐ๐˜ป๐˜ฏ๐˜ช๐˜ข๐˜ฌ, inspire audiences to lead with compassion, create positive change, and give back in meaningful ways.

From humanitarian efforts to corporate social responsibility, these changemakers remind us that generosity is the spark that fuels progress.

Connect with us today, and letโ€™s make a difference together, one event at a time ๐Ÿ‘‰ https://loom.ly/8Jo6zq8

๐Ÿ“ฑ (612) 929-2277
๐Ÿ“ง [email protected]

Change happens; the question is, how will you face it?Meet Anne Bonney, internationally recognized keynote speaker, emce...
11/19/2025

Change happens; the question is, how will you face it?

Meet Anne Bonney, internationally recognized keynote speaker, emcee, and change leadership authority who brings energy, courage, and a whole lot of fun to every stage. Known for her fiery personality and signature keynote โ€œ๐˜—๐˜œ๐˜•๐˜Š๐˜ ๐˜๐˜›, ๐˜”๐˜ˆ๐˜™๐˜Ž๐˜ˆ๐˜™๐˜Œ๐˜›!ยฎ,โ€ Anne helps audiences overcome fear, embrace transformation, and lead with confidence in a world that never stops evolving.

Whether sheโ€™s igniting leaders in โ€œ๐˜๐˜Ž๐˜•๐˜๐˜›๐˜Œ ๐˜ ๐˜–๐˜œ๐˜™ ๐˜“๐˜Œ๐˜ˆ๐˜‹๐˜Œ๐˜™๐˜š๐˜๐˜๐˜—,โ€ helping professionals thrive in โ€œ๐˜ ๐˜‰๐˜œ๐˜™๐˜• ๐˜๐˜–๐˜™ ๐˜ ๐˜–๐˜œ!,โ€ or celebrating success through โ€œ๐˜›๐˜๐˜Œ ๐˜—๐˜–๐˜ž๐˜Œ๐˜™ ๐˜–๐˜ ๐˜Š๐˜Œ๐˜“๐˜Œ๐˜‰๐˜™๐˜ˆ๐˜›๐˜๐˜–๐˜•,โ€ Anneโ€™s interactive approach blends laughter, storytelling, and tangible takeaways that inspire lasting change.

Her message? Change isnโ€™t scary; itโ€™s the spark for growth, innovation, and connection.

Connect with us today, and letโ€™s bring Anne Bonneyโ€™s energy to your next event.

๐ŸŒ https://loom.ly/wyJPK2c

๐Ÿ“ฑ (612) 929-2277
๐Ÿ“ง [email protected]

11/17/2025

Great speakers donโ€™t just talk; they transform.

They leave audiences feeling motivated, inspired, empowered, and ready to take action.

Thatโ€™s the power of the voices we represent.

Connect with us today, and letโ€™s create an event that moves people.

๐ŸŒ https://loom.ly/V_FUwcE
๐Ÿ“ฑ (612) 929-2277
๐Ÿ“ง [email protected]

Today, we pause to honor the brave men and women who have served our country with courage, strength, and sacrifice. Your...
11/11/2025

Today, we pause to honor the brave men and women who have served our country with courage, strength, and sacrifice. Your dedication and resilience inspire us all.

At Preferred Speakers, weโ€™re proud to represent voices that inspire leadership, resilience, and purpose, the same qualities our veterans exemplify every day.

Thank you for your service and for protecting the freedoms that allow us to share ideas and stories that make a difference.

At Preferred Speakers, weโ€™re proud to represent an incredible lineup of authors whose words inspire, empower, and ignite...
11/07/2025

At Preferred Speakers, weโ€™re proud to represent an incredible lineup of authors whose words inspire, empower, and ignite change!

From storytellers like ๐˜™๐˜ฐ๐˜น๐˜ข๐˜ฏ๐˜ฆ ๐˜‰๐˜ข๐˜ต๐˜ต๐˜ญ๐˜ฆ, ๐˜“๐˜ข๐˜ถ๐˜ณ๐˜ข ๐˜‰๐˜ฆ๐˜ด๐˜ต, ๐˜‰๐˜ฆ๐˜ฏ ๐˜•๐˜ฆ๐˜ฎ๐˜ต๐˜ช๐˜ฏ, ๐˜ˆ๐˜ฏ๐˜ฏ๐˜ฆ ๐˜‰๐˜ฐ๐˜ฏ๐˜ฏ๐˜ฆ๐˜บ, and ๐˜ˆ๐˜ฎ๐˜บ ๐˜๐˜ฆ๐˜ต๐˜ต๐˜ฆ๐˜ณ, to many more brilliant authors across every industry, our roster is filled with voices that make an impact far beyond the page.

โœจ Whether youโ€™re planning a conference, corporate retreat, or leadership event, weโ€™ll help you find the perfect author-speaker to motivate and connect with your audience.

Connect with us today, and letโ€™s turn the page on your next unforgettable event ๐Ÿ‘‰ https://loom.ly/JoT6iZM

๐Ÿ“ฑ (612) 929-2277
๐Ÿ“ง [email protected]

When was the last time you felt truly alive in your work?โœจ Laura Best, founder of the global community Passion Collectiv...
11/05/2025

When was the last time you felt truly alive in your work?

โœจ Laura Best, founder of the global community Passion Collective, is on a mission to help audiences rediscover the spark that fuels purpose, creativity, and joy, both in life and at work.

Through her signature keynotes, โ€œSupercharge Your Work and Life by Rediscovering Your Passions,โ€ โ€œWork Worth Loving,โ€ and โ€œFire to Shineโ€, Laura blends science, storytelling, and actionable strategies that inspire audiences to reconnect with what lights them up.

Her approach is what she calls โ€œpractical inspirationโ€, a powerful blend of heart and hands-on tools that transforms burnout into energy, engagement, and fulfillment. If your next event could use a dose of passion, purpose, and positivity, Lauraโ€™s message is the one to ignite it.

Connect with us today, and bring Laura Bestโ€™s fire to your next event.

๐ŸŒ https://loom.ly/NfxKLTU

๐Ÿ“ฑ (612) 929-2277
๐Ÿ“ง [email protected]

November vibes: a little overbooked, a lot inspired, and fully caffeinated. โ˜•โœจEvent season might be in full swing, but w...
11/03/2025

November vibes: a little overbooked, a lot inspired, and fully caffeinated. โ˜•โœจ

Event season might be in full swing, but weโ€™re here to make it easier, one amazing speaker at a time. From energizing keynotes to meaningful takeaways, weโ€™ll help you find the perfect voice for your next event.

Connect with us today, and letโ€™s bring your next idea to life.

๐ŸŒ https://loom.ly/V_FUwcE
๐Ÿ“ฑ (612) 929-2277
๐Ÿ“ง [email protected]

๐ŸŽƒ๐Ÿ‘ป Happy Halloween! ๐Ÿ•ธ๏ธ๐Ÿฆ‡Wishing you a day filled with sweet treats, spooky fun, and maybe a friendly fright or two! โœจ๐ŸฌSta...
10/31/2025

๐ŸŽƒ๐Ÿ‘ป Happy Halloween! ๐Ÿ•ธ๏ธ๐Ÿฆ‡

Wishing you a day filled with sweet treats, spooky fun, and maybe a friendly fright or two! โœจ๐Ÿฌ
Stay safe, enjoy the costumes, and let the magic of the season light up your night. ๐ŸŒ™

๐Ÿ–ค From our team to you, have a spook-tacular Halloween! ๐Ÿ–ค

We love hearing how Preferred Speakers Institute makes an impact! Ann K. shares how our coaching sessions with Sheila an...
10/29/2025

We love hearing how Preferred Speakers Institute makes an impact! Ann K. shares how our coaching sessions with Sheila and Theresa gave her renewed excitement, clarity, and motivation in her career journey.

At Preferred Speakers, weโ€™re passionate about helping our clients focus on their own success because when you thrive, so does your purpose.

โœจ Are you ready to take the leap and invest in yourself?

Connect with us today, and letโ€™s bring clarity and momentum to your career journey!
๐ŸŒ https://loom.ly/V_FUwcE
๐Ÿ“ฑ (612) 929-2277
๐Ÿ“ง [email protected]

Nan Gesche, MA, is an energetic educator who knows how to Crack the Collaboration Code. With over 20 years of experience...
10/20/2025

Nan Gesche, MA, is an energetic educator who knows how to Crack the Collaboration Code. With over 20 years of experience helping individuals and teams connect authentically, engage respectfully, and work effectively, Nan is a catalyst who makes change doable.

๐Ÿค Collaboration & Communication: Nan equips people with the skills to navigate challenging conversations, strengthen relationships, and get back to achieving their goals.

๐ŸŒ National Impact: She has engaged audiences across the country, guiding organizations through change management, conflict resolution, and resiliency building.

๐Ÿ“š Educator & Leader: Nan teaches at the University of Minnesota and the Graduate School of Banking in Madison. Sheโ€™s also a former Change Enablement Manager for Arthur Andersen, Director of Training & Development at Marquette Banks, and National Bank Examiner with the U.S. Treasury.

๐ŸŽค Dynamic & Relatable: With humor, insight, and research-driven strategies, Nan stretches thinking and inspires action.

When Nanโ€™s not helping teams thrive, you might find her hunting down treasures in a vintage clothing shop, so donโ€™t hesitate to share your favorite local spots after her session!

Book her today, and let Nan help your team unlock collaboration that lasts.
๐ŸŒ https://loom.ly/j6FC5VI
๐Ÿ“ฑ (612) 929-2277
๐Ÿ“ง [email protected]

Ready to take your event to the next level? ๐ŸŽคโœจAt Preferred Speakers, we connect you with world-class talent who inspire,...
10/17/2025

Ready to take your event to the next level? ๐ŸŽคโœจ

At Preferred Speakers, we connect you with world-class talent who inspire, educate, and engage your audience. From keynote speakers to thought leaders, we help you create experiences that leave a lasting impact.

Connect with us today, and letโ€™s make your next event unforgettable.
๐ŸŒ https://loom.ly/V_FUwcE
๐Ÿ“ฑ (612) 929-2277
๐Ÿ“ง [email protected]

๐Ÿ‚ Crisp air, cozy vibes, and fresh ideas; Fall is the perfect season to bring new energy into your events! At Preferred ...
10/14/2025

๐Ÿ‚ Crisp air, cozy vibes, and fresh ideas; Fall is the perfect season to bring new energy into your events! At Preferred Speakers, weโ€™ll help you โ€œfallโ€ into the perfect event by connecting you with the right speaker to inspire, engage, and leave a lasting impact. โœจ

Connect with us today, and letโ€™s make your autumn events unforgettable!
๐ŸŒ https://loom.ly/V_FUwcE
๐Ÿ“ฑ (612) 929-2277
๐Ÿ“ง [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.