Why Partnering With a Speakers Bureau Just Makes Sense

1. Their Services Don’t Cost You a Thing

This is the part most planners still don’t believe until they see the contract:
The speaker—not the meeting planner—pays the bureau’s fee.
You get a concierge-level service for free. No extra fees. No markups. No surprises.

It’s one of the rare “no-brainer” decisions left in event planning.

2. You Get the Right Speaker at the Right Budget

Bureaus know who delivers—and who doesn’t.
They know who’s reliable, who customizes well, who engages every audience, and who might not be the right fit for your culture or goals.

They also know fees, travel quirks, negotiation leverage, and availability.
Translation?
You’ll never overpay. You’ll never under-book. And you’ll never risk a speaker mismatch.

3. It Takes a Massive Task Off Your Plate

Event planners juggle sponsorships, logistics, AV, food and beverage, venue issues, décor, registration, budgets—and a dozen other fires.

Why not take one major responsibility off that list?
When you partner with a bureau:

• They negotiate the contract
• They handle speaker expectations
• They manage travel and schedule confirmations
• They ensure the speaker arrives on time
• They chase down details you don’t have time for
• They literally remove one of the most time-consuming tasks from your to-do list.

4. You Gain an Advocate—Not Just a Vendor

A good bureau doesn’t “book speakers.” They protect your meeting’s success. AND, their job is to make YOU look like a hero.
They make sure the speaker understands your objectives, event culture, audience demographics, and industry challenges.

They ensure alignment long before anyone hits the stage.