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CEO Speakers

Booking a current or former CEO as your keynote speaker offers unparalleled benefits that can captivate, inspire, and motivate your audience. These leaders have navigated the complex journey from entry-level positions to the pinnacle of corporate success, drawing upon their personal and professional experiences to deliver impactful presentations. Their stories are rich with lessons learned, challenges overcome, and the strategic insights that have shaped their rise to the C-suite.

Why Choose a CEO Keynote Speaker?

 

  • Inspiration from Experience: CEOs bring a wealth of knowledge gained through years of leading organizations. They share real-world experiences, from the boardroom to the breakroom, offering audiences actionable insights into leadership, decision-making, and resilience. Their journeys resonate with professionals at all levels, making their stories both relatable and aspirational.
  • Passion for People and Culture: A key aspect of a CEO's role is cultivating a positive company culture and nurturing employee growth. As keynote speakers, they emphasize the importance of fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment. They provide actionable advice on how to build a strong, motivated team that is aligned with the company's vision and values.
  • Leadership and Team Building: CEOs understand what it takes to lead effectively and build a high-performing team. Their keynote speeches often focus on leadership development, team dynamics, and the strategies that drive success. Whether your organization is navigating change or aiming for growth, a CEO speaker can offer the tools and techniques needed to achieve your goals.
  • Navigating Disruption in a Digital World: In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, CEOs are at the forefront of innovation and disruption. They provide insights into how companies can adapt to technological advancements, embrace digital transformation, and stay competitive. Their forward-thinking approach is invaluable for organizations looking to future-proof their operations.
  • Social Responsibility and Ethical Leadership: CEOs are increasingly focused on corporate social responsibility and ethical leadership. They bring a unique perspective on how to balance profit with purpose, making them ideal speakers for organizations that prioritize sustainability, diversity, and social impact. Their talks inspire audiences to lead with integrity and make a positive difference in their communities.

At Executive Speakers Bureau, we represent a diverse roster of C-suite executives who excel as keynote speakers. Our corporate executives and CEO speakers are not only thought leaders but also engaging storytellers who leave a lasting impression on audiences. Whether you’re looking for tips on disrupting the digital landscape, guidance on climbing the corporate ladder, or strategies for building a cohesive team, our speakers deliver content that resonates. Each speaker brings their unique expertise, passion, and vision to the stage, ensuring that your audience walks away inspired and equipped with practical takeaways.

Ready to book a CEO keynote speaker for your next event? Contact Executive Speakers Bureau at (901) 754-9404 to learn more about our exceptional lineup of speakers and how they can make a difference at your event.

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Linda Alvarado, Speaker

Linda Alvarado

  • First Hispanic MLB Franchise Owner
  • President and CEO of Alvarado Construction, Inc.
  • Voted one of the 100 Most Influential Hispanics
In Person-Fee:

$20,000 - $30,000

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Travels From

Colorado

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Carlos Alvarado Quesada, keynote speaker

Carlos Alvarado Quesada

  • 48th President of the Republic of Costa Rica
  • Widely praised for his innovative approach to sustainable energy
In Person-Fee:

$20,000 - $30,000

Virtual Fee:

$15,000 - $20,000

Travels From

Costa Rica

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Anousheh Ansari, keynote speaker

Anousheh Ansari

  • CEO of X Prize Foundation
  • First Female Private Space Explorer
In Person-Fee:

$30,000 - $50,000

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Travels From

California

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Matthew Beall keynote speaker

Matthew Beall

  • Expert Real Estate Agent, Television Host
In Person-Fee:

$15,000 - $20,000

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Travels From

Hawaii

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Harry Beckwith,  Executive Speaker

Harry Beckwith

  • Internationally Acclaimed Marketing Expert & Best-Selling Author
In Person-Fee:

$20,000 - $30,000

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Travels From

Minnesota

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Tom Bilyeu

Tom Bilyeu

  • Co-Founder - Quest Nutrition 
  • Co-Founder and CEO - Impact Theory 
In Person-Fee:

$50,000 - $100,000

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Travels From

California

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Sara Blakely, Speaker

Sara Blakely

  • Founder and Executive Chairwoman of SPANX... and now Sneex!
  • Innovative Entrepreneur, Women Empowerment Speaker, and Philanthropist
  • Recognized by Forbes as a Global Game Changer and as one of Time Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People in the world
In Person-Fee:

Over $200,000

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Travels From

Georgia

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Lisa Bodell Speaker

Lisa Bodell

  • Founder & CEO, FutureThink
  • Globally Recognized Expert on SIMPLIFYING Innovation and Leading Change
  • Bestselling Author of Kill the Company: End the Status Quo, Start an Innovation Revolution and Why Simple Wins: Escape the Complexity Trap and Get to the Work that Matters
In Person-Fee:

$50,000 - $100,000

Virtual Fee:

$30,000 - $50,000

Travels From

New York

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Kerry Bodine, Speaker

Kerry Bodine

  • Customer Experience Consultant
  • Author of Outside In: The Power of Putting Customers at the Center of Your Business  
  • CEO of Bodine & Co

 

In Person-Fee:

$15,000 - $20,000

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Travels From

California

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Christian "Boo" Boucousis

Christian "Boo" Boucousis

  • CEO of Afterburner
  • Former Fighter Pilot turned Business Founder, Author, and Inspirational speaker
  • Expertise in Human Behavior and Organizational Performance
In Person-Fee:

$30,000 - $50,000

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Travels From

Florida

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Richard Branson Speaker

Richard Branson

  • Founder and President, Virgin Group
  • Global Entrepreneur, Adventurer and Philanthropist
  • Holds the records for the fastest ever Atlantic Ocean crossing, a series of hot air balloon journeys and kitesurfing across the Channel
In Person-Fee:

Over $200,000

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Travels From

California

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Adam Braun keynote speaker

Adam Braun

  • Renowned Leadership & Innovation Speaker
  • 3X Award-Winning Entrepreneur, New York Times Bestseller
  • Business Insider 40 Under 40, Wired's 50 People Who Will Change the World
  • Authentic, Powerful Storyteller With Actionable Lessons
In Person-Fee:

$20,000 - $30,000

Virtual Fee:

$10,000 - $15,000

Travels From

New York

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Gabor George Burt, Globalization Speaker

Gabor George Burt

  • Leading Expert on Meaningful Innovation and Blue Ocean Strategy
In Person-Fee:

$20,000 - $30,000

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Travels From

Michigan

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Valorie Burton

Valorie Burton

  • President and CEO of The Coaching and Positive Psychology (CaPP) Institute,
  • Life Strategist and International Speaker in the pioneering field of applied positive psychology
  • Author of 13 books translated into multiple languages, including Let Go of the Guilt, It's About Time, and Successful Women Think Differently
In Person-Fee:

$20,000 - $30,000

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Travels From

Georgia

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Alison Canavan

Alison Canavan

  • Expert in Change Management, Stress, and Burnout
  • International Model, Author, and Mindfulness Teacher
  • Deep Understanding of Personal Development, Wellness, and Mental Health
In Person-Fee:

$10,000 - $15,000

Virtual Fee:

$10,000 - $15,000

Travels From

Texas

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Kevin Cashman, Coaching / Mentoring Speaker

Kevin Cashman

  • Founder, Chief Executive Institute®
  • Senior Partner of CEO and Executive Development, Korn/Ferry International
  • Bestselling author
In Person-Fee:

$30,000 - $50,000

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Travels From

Minnesota

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Adele Cehrs, speaker

Adele Cehrs

  • CEO, Author and Contributor to Inc. and Wall Street Journal
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Travels From

District of Columbia

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Richie Contartesi, Motivational Keynote Speaker

Richie Contartesi

  • Founder & President, Next Play™
  • #1 Best Selling Author of ”In Spite of the Odds”
  • Professional Football Player
  • Featured in the movie “Rudy Ruettiger: The Walk On”
  • International Keynote Speaker
  • Salesforce Expert
In Person-Fee:

$20,000 - $30,000

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Travels From

Florida

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Jared Della Valle

Jared Della Valle

  • CEO Alloy Development 
  • Chair, Board of Trustees Van Alen Institute
  • Real Estate Professional and Architect 
In Person-Fee:

$5,000 - $10,000

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Travels From

New York

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Jason Dorsey, Employee Retention Speaker

Jason Dorsey

  • Acclaimed Researcher on Bridging Generations to Drive Growth and Lead in the Future of Work
  • Co-Founder & President, The Center for Generational Kinetics
  • Has led over 120 research studies on uncovering hidden behavioral insights to drive key business outcomes around the world
  • Bestselling Author of Zconomy: How Gen Z Will Change the Future of Business―and What to Do About It
In Person-Fee:

$30,000 - $50,000

Virtual Fee:

$20,000 - $30,000

Travels From

Texas

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