Your resource for finding the best of the stage
One of the most powerful decisions a meeting professional can make is choosing the right voice to take the stage. A great speaker doesn’t just fill a slot in the agenda—they set the tone, amplify your message and create the moments attendees remember long after the event is over.
That’s why we turned to the Smart Meetings community to find the speakers who are elevating programs across the country—those who understand what it means to be a true event partner. Whether you’re looking to inspire, educate, entertain or challenge your audience, these pros deliver.
We organized this year’s list by the goals they help achieve: Career Optimizers, Wellness Wizards, Innovation Accelerators, Inspiration Agents, Industry Experts, Life Changers, Team Builders and Belonging Believers. These are the changemakers who align with your mission and bring it to life from the stage.
Consider this your shortcut to sourcing speakers who not only shine, but help your event do the same.
– JT Long
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This article appears in the July/August 2025 issue.
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