FAQs

Discover the answers to some of the most common questions about hiring speakers and entertainers via SpeakOut. From booking timelines to fees and event requirements, our FAQs are designed to guide you through the booking process and help you plan your event with confidence. 

The cost of hiring a keynote speaker depends on several factors. Such factors include the speaker’s experience, the size and type of the event, the location of the event venue and whether any travel or accommodation is required to attend the event. 

On average, keynote speaker fees typically range from around £1000 to £60,000. To receive an accurate quote for a specific speaker, contact a SpeakOut booking agent today to discuss your event, budget and requirements in further detail.

It is always best to book a speaker as far in advance as possible to avoid disappointment, especially if you have a specific speaker in mind. Many well-known speakers and entertainers have busy schedules, and popular dates can book up quickly. For major awareness days and months, such as Black History Month or International Women’s Day, speakers are often booked up to a year in advance. Booking early also allows more time for event planning, logistics, travel arrangements and briefing the speaker properly, helping ensure everything runs smoothly and your event is a success.

Yes, in most cases, you can have contact with a keynote speaker before your event. SpeakOut can arrange a briefing call with the speaker to ensure the right message, tone and content are prepared for your audience and event objectives. This call is also a good opportunity to discuss practical details such as timings, format, presentation style, technical requirements and any logistical arrangements. Pre-event communication helps the speaker tailor their talk to your organisation and ensures everyone is aligned ahead of the event, helping the day run smoothly and successfully.

Yes, many keynote speakers deliver events virtually. Following the COVID-19 pandemic, virtual events have remained a popular and practical option for many organisations. Virtual events remove the need for a physical venue, as well as travel and accommodation costs, making them a flexible and often more cost-effective option. Many speakers regularly deliver virtual keynote speeches, workshops and Q&A sessions via platforms such as Microsoft Teams or Zoom. Virtual speaking also makes it easier to book international speakers without the challenges of travel. To learn more about booking a virtual keynote speaker, contact SpeakOut, and our team will be happy to help.

Keynote speakers cover a wide range of topics to suit different events, industries and audiences. Through our global network of speakers, SpeakOut can provide experts across a multitude of subjects, from diversity, equity and inclusion to mental health and wellbeing. Other popular topics include sustainability and climate change, Black History Month, neurodiversity, leadership, teamwork and resilience. We also offer speakers on artificial intelligence, technology, innovation and creativity, helping organisations stay informed and inspired in a rapidly changing world. Whatever your event theme or objective, SpeakOut can help you find a speaker who delivers the right message for your audience.

Yes, many keynote speakers can tailor their speech specifically to your requirements. While SpeakOut offers a wide range of speakers to suit different event themes and audiences, many speakers are also able to customise their content to align closely with your organisation, industry, or event objectives. This may include referencing company goals, event themes, current challenges or specific messages you want to communicate to your audience. Tailored talks often create a more relevant and engaging experience for attendees. To find out how a particular speaker can tailor their speech to your brief, contact SpeakOut and our team will be happy to advise.