Frequently Asked Questions
How can I preview speakers?
The fastest and easiest way of previewing speakers is to visit their site on High Quality Speakers Bureau's web page. Additional speakers are being added weekly.
What are the typical costs I can anticipate when I book a speaker?
Typical expenses include the speaking fee, audio visual expenses, air or train travel, accommodations, meals, ground transportation, and incidentals such as tips. Airfare is usually unrestricted first class or full coach (Y Fare).
How do I save money on speaker's travel?
Try booking speakers close to your meeting site. Also, we book speakers who require only full coach travel or who quote all-inclusive fees that include travel.
What are the benefits of working with HQSB Speakers?
At HQSB Speakers, we know that finding the right speaker for your event is crucial to the success of your program. With our experienced and knowledgeable staff of agents and event coordinators, you can be sure that we will work with you to meet your individual needs to secure the perfect speaker for your event.
We strive to provide the best personalized service to ensure that your program is a success. Our dedicated staff of agents and event coordinators are available to assist you every step of the way.
What if my speaker has to cancel because of an emergency?
High Quality Speakers Bureau can provide you with a replacement speaker. With access to literally hundreds of great speakers and a solid web of relationships with agents throughout North America and around the globe, we can take the worry out of a last-minute cancellation.
Will the speaker sign books and other memorabilia?
Each speaker is different. Some will be glad to do so. Others have contractual obligations that preclude them from doing so. It is important to make your requests known in advance, before the contract is signed, to ensure that any special requirements are agreed to in advance and made part of the contract.
Can you help me with a speaker who's not listed on your website?
Yes! The names listed on our website represent only a small sampling of some of our clients who are available for speaking engagements and appearances. We have access to thousands of popular speakers worldwide, so if you're interested in someone not listed here, please call HQSBSpeakers at 323-290-2311 and we'd be happy to help.
Can you help with a satellite or video conference?
Yes! We have arranged video conferences in North America and to sites internationally.
What is an exclusive speaker?
An exclusive speaker is someone who signs an exclusive representation agreement with an agent. High Quality Speakers Bureau represents many speakers exclusively, and we work with the agents of others to bring you access to virtually every speaker in the market. We are very selective in our recruitment of such speakers and make certain they meet some overwhelming need from our meeting professional clients.
How are speaking fees determined?
Speaking fees are usually a function of how well known the speaker is, the amount of travel required to complete his or her presentation, and the length of the presentation.
Celebrities, famous people, best-selling authors, and other high profile speakers command higher fees. These normally range from $10,000 to $100,000.
And local presentations are frequently less expensive than assignments requiring the speaker to travel.
Do I pay more for using a speakers bureau?
In most instances, speakers pay speakers bureaus a commission on their fee. This means you can enjoy free consulting service, independent recommendations, a high level of event coordination, plus many additional services at no additional cost to you.
Once I choose a speaker from High Quality Speakers Bureau, what can I expect?
High Quality service in the industry.
You will be assigned a Personal Event Manager to ensure that your event goes smoothly from start to finish.
After selecting your speaker, High Quality Speakers Bureau will issue you a contract setting for the name of the speaker, the event location, the date of the presentation, audio visual requirements, and other important information. The contract requires a non-refundable deposit and requires a 50% deposit 60 days prior speaker's event date. The balance is due 14 days prior to the event date.
Can I audio or video tape the presentation?
All taping of speakers must be requested in writing and will require a master beta copy of the taping to be sent to High Quality Speakers Bureau. However, some speakers do not wish to be taped and organizations must adhere to their request. It is important to make your requests known in advance, prior to booking the speaker.
Will the speaker attend special VIP events?
Many speakers will agree to attend a special event at no additional charge. Some will not. It is important to make your requests known in advance and include this in the contract.
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