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Unique ideas for how to utilize speakers at your events

October 3, 2024

9 Unique Ideas to Utilize Speakers at Your Events: Real AAE Client Case Studies

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October 1, 2024

The One Chart Every Business Should Study

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September 23, 2024

Tuned In: AAE’s Favorite Podcasts This Fall

There’s a lot to be excited about in the event industry in September. Read a quick roundup of five event industry highlights for this month.

September 18, 2024

5 Key Event Industry Trends to Watch in September 2024

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September 16, 2024

The 2024 Emmy Winners: Celebrating the Best in Television

Keynote speaker Gaby Natale

September 11, 2024

10 Motivational Speakers with Stories That Transform Events

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September 4, 2024

New York Fashion Week: 5 Icons Shaping Fashion on The Runway and Beyond

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September 3, 2024

An Event Planning Guide to the 2024-2025 NFL Season

AAE spoke to customer experience futurist and author, Blake Morgan, to talk customer relationships, creating your own path, and more.

August 28, 2024

CX Futurist Blake Morgan on Customer Relationships, Creating Your Own Path, and Her New Book

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August 26, 2024

Leadership Speakers: Inspiring Minds for Every Occasion

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August 22, 2024

AAE Celebrates 22 Years of Exceptional Events

Get to know these 10 Paralympic athletes who are making waves in their sports and on the speaking circuit.

August 14, 2024

Top 10 Summer Paralympic Athletes for Speaking Events

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August 8, 2024

10 Trailblazing Entrepreneurs Who Speak at Corporate Events

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August 1, 2024

August 2024: 5 Key Event Industry Trends to Watch

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July 30, 2024

Notable Emmy Nominees for 2024: Celebrities Who Shine on the Small Screen

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July 23, 2024

The Impact and Insight of Shark Tank Stars

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July 19, 2024

From Screen to Stage: Actors with Upcoming Blockbusters to Consider as Speakers

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July 18, 2024

8 Inspiring Stories of Resilience from Top Keynote Speakers

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July 15, 2024

What Do Keynote Speakers Look for in Bookings? 5 Things to Know

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July 11, 2024

Speakers Who Sizzle: Meet the Talented Cast of FX’s “The Bear”

Olympic Athletes

July 9, 2024

Top 10 Summer Olympic Athletes for Speaking Events

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June 18, 2024

AAE Speakers Bureau Announces New 2024 Best Workplace Awards

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June 10, 2024

6 Hot Speaking Topics According to Event Organizers

Here is the best advice from event organizers that they shared for their peers in the Speaking Industry Benchmark Report.

May 20, 2024

These Are the Lessons Learned as an Event Planner

Read AAE's conversation with bestselling author, keynote speaker, workplace expert, and resilience researcher, Adam Markel.

May 15, 2024

An Interview with Keynote Speaker Adam Markel: Building Resilience and Embracing Change

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April 23, 2024

Top 15 Political Speaker Pairs for Bipartisan Conversations in 2024

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April 16, 2024

Tuned in: the AAE Team’s Podcast Favorites Revealed

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April 10, 2024

How to Build Unicorns: Three Keys to Embracing Entrepreneurship for Organizational Success

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March 27, 2024

6 Key Takeaways from AAE’s 2024 Speaking Industry Benchmark Report

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March 5, 2024

Don’t Book Your Next Speaker Until You Hear This

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February 20, 2024

8 Top Artificial Intelligence Speakers to Elevate Your AI Conversation

February 5, 2024

An Event Producer’s Guide to Super Bowl LVIII

AAE was joined by keynote speaker, lifestyle influencer, and founder of Cocoa by CeCe, CeCe Olisa to talk building self-confidence, being authentic, and more.

February 1, 2024

CeCe Olisa on Building Self-Confidence, Being Authentic, and What’s Next

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December 28, 2023

Top Predictions for the Event Industry in 2024 with Justin W. Ball, CMP

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December 19, 2023

Stress Relief Strategies for the Holidays and Beyond with Eliz Greene

These are the speaking trends we’re most closely watching as we head into 2024, and why.

November 27, 2023

7 Speaking Topic Trends to Watch in 2024

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October 26, 2023

How to Book a Keynote Speaker: Measuring Success

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October 19, 2023

Deanna Singh on Advocating for Change, Making an Impact, and What’s Next

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October 10, 2023

Why Happiness Alone Is NOT Enough Anymore

AAE group photo at the Triangle Heart Walk

October 9, 2023

Team AAE Speakers Supports the Triangle Heart Walk

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September 25, 2023

AI Tool for Event Planning: A Closer Look at Project Spark

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September 21, 2023

How to Book a Keynote Speaker: Prepare for Success

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September 15, 2023

Sylvia Acevedo On Hispanic Heritage Month, Her Journey, And Inspiring Future Generations

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August 17, 2023

How to Book a Keynote Speaker: Negotiating Your Booking Request

AAE has been named to the 2023 Inc. 5000 by Inc. Magazine, its annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in America.

August 15, 2023

For the 3rd Time, AAE Speakers Bureau Named to the Inc. 5000 List in 2023

AAE was joined by keynote speaker, sales and consulting executive, and professional DJ, Rich Bracken to talk emotional intelligence, edutainment, and more.

August 14, 2023

Rich Bracken On Emotional Intelligence, Edutainment, Greatest Impact, And The Future

Justin W. Ball, CMP, CEO and event industry veteran, shares valuable insight on maximizing attendee engagement.

July 25, 2023

The Dynamic Future Of Interactive Event Programming With Justin W. Ball, CMP

Here, we’re bringing you to the top 20 sports speakers for corporate events. Whatever your industry or event format, this list of inspiring athletes is a great place to start.

July 19, 2023

Top 20 Sports Speakers For Inspiring Corporate Events

AAE Speakers Bureau is honored to announce that the company has been named to the Triangle Business Journal’s Best Places to Work in 2023 list.

July 17, 2023

AAE Speakers Bureau Named Best Place to Work

This blog series will walk you through the stages of the speaker booking process so that you have the greatest likelihood of having an event that exceeds your goals and expectations. Let's start with identifying the right speaker.

July 5, 2023

How to Book a Keynote Speaker: Identify the Right Speaker

Mandy Lubrano, AAE’s Vice President of Sales, has been making a difference for her clients and coworkers for more than a decade. We’re proud to share that this month she was named a Triangle Business Journal 40 Under 40 Leadership Awards winner for 2023.

June 29, 2023

For AAE’s Mandy Lubrano, 40 Under 40 Award Highlights A Career’s Worth Of Impact

Here, we’re bringing you to the top 20 business speakers for corporate events. Whatever your industry or event format, this list of thought leaders is a great place to start.

June 12, 2023

Top 20 Business Speakers for Corporate Events

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May 23, 2023

The Acceleration of Artificial Intelligence: A New Look at Our Disruptive Future

AAE Speakers Bureau has been named to Inc. magazine’s annual Best Workplaces list. The list is the result of a comprehensive measurement of American companies that have excelled in creating exceptional workplaces and company culture.

May 9, 2023

AAE Speakers Bureau Named to Inc. Magazine’s 2023 Best Workplaces List

Justin W. Ball, CMP, CEO and event industry veteran, shares how rethinking wellness at events can create a better event landscape for us all.

April 20, 2023

Rethinking Wellness At Our Meetings And Events With Justin W. Ball, CMP

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April 13, 2023

What Event Organizers Think You Should Know About Events In 2023

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April 11, 2023

AAE Speakers Releases 2nd Annual Speaking Report

A comprehensive view of the event industry in 2023 is almost here, and we can’t be more excited to share this year’s findings with all of you.

March 13, 2023

AAE’s 2023 Speaking Industry Benchmark Report Coming April 3

All American Entertainment (AAE) Speakers Bureau is pleased to announce that the Company was recently named a Bronze Winner as part of the 17th annual Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service.

March 8, 2023

AAE Speakers Bureau Honored for Thought Leadership

AAE Speakers Bureau is pleased to announce the achievements of several of its employees.

March 1, 2023

AAE Speakers Bureau Employees Celebrate Achievements and Advancements

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February 3, 2023

A Q&A With ChatGPT On AI For Events

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January 24, 2023

Event Planning Contracts: 5 Strategies For A Smoother Negotiation

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December 20, 2022

Keynote Speakers To Watch In 2023

Dr. Kristen Lee, internationally recognized, award-winning behavioral science clinician, researcher, educator, speaker, and comedian.

December 14, 2022

12 Tips For Well-Being In 2023 From Keynote Speaker Dr. Kristen Lee

We’re energized and eager to dive into all that 2023 has in store, and we see an abundance of milestones, awards, and experiences to be grateful for as we look back at 2022. Here are a few of them.

December 5, 2022

AAE in 2022: Great Events, Industry Insights, Celebrating Success, and Giving Back

If you’re considering which speaking topics to focus on in 2023, here are a few of the trends that we’re already seeing this year heading into the next.

November 29, 2022

5 Hot Speaking Topics to Watch in 2023

In an industry where attendee engagement is the gold standard of KPIs, it’s crucial to consider whether your events are set up to maximize networking among your attendees.

November 9, 2022

6 Tips For Maximizing Networking At Your In-Person Events

Speakers in the Metaverse

October 18, 2022

Metaverse Experts: Speakers On Next-Gen Event Technology

Educate, entertain, and inspire your audience with these Black business leaders, authors, advocates, athletes, and innovators who continue to shape history each and every day.

October 12, 2022

Black History Month Speakers: Celebrate, Educate, Advocate

As businesses and organizations aspire to navigate digital transformation, these future of work experts have the expertise to get you there.

September 26, 2022

Future Of Work Experts To Help You Prepare For Digital Transformation

Sustainable In-Person Evetns

September 13, 2022

5 Tips For More Sustainable In-Person Events

There’s a lot to take into account as you plan to effectively captivate your college student audience at university events. These five tips are a great place to start.

August 31, 2022

University Events: How To Effectively Engage Your College Student Audiences

As the United States celebrates Women’s Equality Day, AAE was joined by speaker, writer, event moderator, and longtime champion of female empowerment, Angelica Malin.

August 26, 2022

Angelica Malin On Women In Business, Event Moderating, And Her New Book

Business Motivational Speakers

August 23, 2022

Business Motivational Speakers To Drive Company Growth And Success

Top Cybersecurity speakers

August 17, 2022

Top Cybersecurity Speakers: Entertaining and Educational Insight On Today’s Technological Landscape

AAE was named to both Business North Carolina’s 2022 Best Employer list and Triangle Business Journal’s 2022 Best Places to Work list, both of which celebrate companies with exceptional employee satisfaction, company culture, training, benefits, and more.

August 10, 2022

All American Entertainment Wins Pair of Workplace Excellence Awards

I spoke to our CEO, Greg Friedlander, to get his reflections on AAE’s journey: how it all started, timeless core values, favorite memories, and where the company is heading in the future.

August 9, 2022

AAE’s Founder & CEO Reflects on Company’s 20th Anniversary

As part of AAE’s 2022 Speaking Industry Benchmark Report, we asked them to share what they’ve learned. Here is the best advice from event organizers for their peers in the industry.

August 1, 2022

Event Organizers Share Advice For Creating Successful Events

Keynote Cancer Speakers

July 25, 2022

Cancer Speakers 2022: Inspiring Survivors With Stories Of Perseverance

Building and Hosting Dynamic Hybrid Events

July 20, 2022

Building Dynamic Hybrid Events: Top 8 Resources For Event Organizers

During LGBTQ+ Pride Month, AAE had a conversation with comedian, writer and best-selling author, Sophie Santos.

June 27, 2022

Sophie Santos On Comedy, Writing, LGBTQ+ Representation, And What’s Next For Her Career

These popular Veterans Day speakers are gifted storytellers and motivational speakers, able to inspire your audience with firsthand accounts and powerful messages of the meaning of service.

June 23, 2022

8 Motivational Military Speakers on Courage & Resilience for Veterans Day 2022

Top 20 Event Planner Resources

June 14, 2022

Top 20 Event Planner Resources

In our 2022 Speaking Industry Benchmark Report, we’ve got lots of valuable data to share with you. We encourage you to download your free copy of the full report, but for those in a hurry, here are a few highlights.

June 2, 2022

Key Takeaways From AAE’s 2022 Speaking Industry Benchmark Report

Celebrate Women’s Equality Day by bringing a powerful female speaker to your next event. These renowned women’s equality speakers are eager to share their unique experiences and insights to foster important dialogues about gender justice, equity, and inclusion.

June 1, 2022

Renowned Speakers for Women’s Equality Day 2022

All American Entertainment Releases New Speaking Industry Benchmark Report

May 18, 2022

All American Entertainment Releases New Speaking Industry Benchmark Report

We’ve all heard that we should be moving more and sitting less. Keynote speaker Laura Putnam shares how to translate that movement into action and improve the health of the communities and spaces around us.

May 11, 2022

Interview With Laura Putnam, Founder And CEO Of Motion Infusion

AAE Speakers Bureau - Inc Best Workplaces 2022

May 9, 2022

All American Entertainment Named to Inc. Magazine’s 2022 Best Workplaces List

Bakari Sellers - Keynote Speaker

May 3, 2022

AAE Speakers Bureau Partners With Durham Children’s Initiative

Peter Khan and the Power of the Spoken word

May 2, 2022

Peter Kahn On Teaching, Poetry, And The Power Of The Spoken Word

Racial Justice Speakers 2022

April 28, 2022

Racial Justice Speakers Take Center Stage This Juneteenth

I recently chatted with Lisabeth Kane, Senior Logistics Manager here at All American Entertainment, about what she and our other expert logistics managers are seeing so far this year. Here are her top 5 insights into hybrid events in 2022.

April 27, 2022

Top 5 Hybrid Event Trends In 2022

Top 5 Tips For Handling The Unexpected At Events

April 19, 2022

Top 5 Tips For Handling Unexpected Challenges At Events

A return to in-person events

April 4, 2022

Tips For A Safe And Sensational Return To In-person Events

Social Justice Keynote Speaker Alezandra Russell

March 28, 2022

Alezandra Russell: A Journey Of Female Activism And Social Justice

Edith “Edie” Boan, Vice President of Event Logistics at All American Entertainment (AAE), has been named a 2022 recipient of the Triangle Business Journal’s Women in Business Award.

March 21, 2022

AAE’s Edie Boan Wins 2022 Women in Business Award

The Top Keynote Speakers and Top Motivational Speakers of 2022

March 18, 2022

Top 20 Keynote Speakers In 2022

Successful Post-Event Strategy

March 10, 2022

Digital Marketing for Today’s Event Professional: Following Up with Your Attendees

AAE Speakers Bureau - One of the Nations Top Speakers Bureaus

March 8, 2022

AAE Speakers Turns 20: What It’s Like To Work At AAE

Scott Steinberg Keynote Speaker - Pop Futurist

March 4, 2022

POP FUTURE: Q&A With Scott Steinberg

These experts have built their careers around educating the public on the importance of taking care of your mental health, and they share techniques for taking ownership of this in our daily lives.

February 23, 2022

Top Keynote Speakers On Mental Health, Mindfulness, And Well-being

Hear from three of AAE's top keynote speakers as they share what Black History Month means to them.

February 17, 2022

What Black History Month Means To Black Speakers

Athletes, Broadcasters, Sports Personalities for Super Bowl Speakers

February 10, 2022

An Event Producer’s Guide To Super Bowl LVI

AAE is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year. Over the last two decades, we've grown significantly, won awards, broken records, and booked more than $200M in talent and speakers.

February 1, 2022

All American Entertainment Celebrates 20th Anniversary In 2022

Speaking Topics of 2022

January 26, 2022

Emerging Speaking Topics In 2022

As AAE grows to better support our event planning clients, we are pleased to announce several staff promotions.

January 13, 2022

AAE Grows Following Successful 2021

Successful Post-Event Strategy

January 10, 2022

Digital Marketing for Today’s Event Professional: Keeping Your Content Honest, Fresh, and Relevant

Here at AAE, we’re looking back at last year and could not be more proud of what we’ve been able to accomplish. As we say goodbye to 2021, let’s recap some of the highlights.

January 5, 2022

2021: A Year Of Great Events, Awards, And Insights

These expert speakers in fields like mental health, fitness and nutrition, happiness and positive psychology, heart health, body positivity, employee wellness, and remote work dedicate their careers to guiding audiences like yours toward meaningful self-improvement.

December 22, 2021

Expert Speakers For New Year’s Resolutions That Last

Event Manager Survey Results for Booking Speakers

December 15, 2021

The Results Are In! Event Managers Share Insights About Booking Speakers.

Right now, there are so many talented young speakers bursting onto the scene, while others are building on their success of 2021. Meet the amazing young speakers to watch in 2022.

December 13, 2021

Amazing Young Speakers To Watch In 2022

Trending Speaking Topics for 2022

December 6, 2021

3 Trending Speaking Topics To Watch In 2022

Successful Post-Event Strategy

November 29, 2021

Digital Marketing for Today’s Event Professional: Utilizing Google Ads

Event Industry Trends and Tips for Event Professionals

November 17, 2021

4 Event Industry Trends And Tips For November

Successful Post-Event Strategy

November 8, 2021

Digital Marketing for Today’s Event Professional: Know Your Audience And Their Expectations

From best-selling authors to trailblazing CEOs to Olympic gold-medalists and even aspiring young astronauts, the following women speakers have what it takes to make a lasting impact on your audience.

November 3, 2021

Women’s History Month: 10 Female Speakers Who Are Shaping The Future

Hubert Davis' latest career move has placed him in one of the most visible roles in all of sports and made him someone you should definitely be paying attention to as an event pro.

October 29, 2021

There’s a new legendary coach and experienced speaker in town: Hubert Davis.

Here are some considerations and tips for event planners looking to put on a successful and safe hybrid event.

October 18, 2021

10 COVID-19 Safety Tips For Hosting A Hybrid Event

Black History Month Keynote Speakers

October 15, 2021

Black History Month: Powerful Leaders, Advocates, Athletes, And Experts

Survey results indicate a disconnect between what event professionals are planning and what attendees are expecting in 2022.

October 12, 2021

Northstar Survey Shows Disconnect Between Event Organizers and Attendees

Delivering Happiness with Keynote Speaker Jenn Lim

October 6, 2021

3 Things You Need To Know: Discovering Happiness With Jenn Lim

3 Things to Know About Managing Stress with Jenny Evans

September 30, 2021

3 Things You Need to Know: Managing Stress With Jenny Evans

Speakers and Entertainers for End-of-Year Events

September 29, 2021

Top Comedians, Musicians, Magicians, Chefs, And Mixologists For Virtual End-Of-Year Events And Parties

Event Professionals and Event Planners Tips for Event Planning

September 27, 2021

5 Event Industry Trends, Tips, And Resources For September

Meet some of the leading voices on the future of work who are sharing messages on things like employee wellness, change management, innovation, and team building.

September 23, 2021

Meet The Leading Experts On The Future Of Work

There are no fixed rules in hybrid event planning, but considering these questions can make a difference in the audience engagement, efficiency, and originality of your next hybrid event.

September 20, 2021

5 Questions To Ask Before Planning a Hybrid Event

Keynote Speakers to Book on a Budget

September 16, 2021

On a Budget? Here’s Some Of Our Favorite Speakers You Can Book Under $15K.

What Ecucators Need to Know About Student Engagement - AAE Speakers Bureau

September 8, 2021

3 Things Every Educator Needs To Know About Student Engagement

Top questions for event professionals and event planners

September 7, 2021

AAE’s Event Insiders Answer Most Asked Questions From Event Professionals

How Can An Emcee Boost Your Next Event

September 1, 2021

How Can An Emcee Boost Your Next Event?

Check out some of the top Native American Heritage speakers and their crucial work in activism for their communities.

August 31, 2021

Native American Heritage Speakers And Their Community Advocacy

3 things you need to know about Embracing the Shift from former NFL player, entrepreneur and author Anthony Trucks.

August 25, 2021

Embracing The Shift: 3 Things You Need To Know

Keely Cat-Wells shares some insight and advice for how event professionals can build a more inclusive industry by hiring speakers and talent with disabilities.

August 23, 2021

Disability Awareness: Building A More Inclusive Event Industry With Keely Cat-Wells

Take a closer look at the crisis in Afghanistan, climate change, and the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic — what’s new, what are the implications for the event industry, and who is leading the response.

August 19, 2021

Breaking News, Explained by Experts

Hosting a moderated virtual discussion with a top expert in the field is a great way to gain real-time insights on current events and educate your audience.

August 19, 2021

Life Moves Pretty Fast. Be Ready. Book a Virtual Expert.

This is not the time to return to normal — it is the time to innovate and improve your experience for your audience and the organizer. To help you do so, here is a list of the top six things to know before planning your hybrid event.

August 16, 2021

6 Things To Know Before Planning A Hybrid Event

As a part of our sit-down with Naif Productions CEO, Annette Naif, we dissected what really surprised event professionals, planners, and coordinators across the country about the altered landscape of the event industry after COVID-19.

August 11, 2021

The Biggest Surprises Around The Event Industry Today

As a part of our sit-down with Naif Productions CEO, Annette Naif, we covered some of the trending topics that are forecasted to be major talking points for our keynote speakers in 2021.

August 6, 2021

What’s Hot Right Now? The Trending Topics Of 2021

This Veterans Day, as we honor and commemorate those who have honorably served during any war, consider bringing a military speaker to your event to share inspiring first-hand accounts and powerful messages on leadership, perseverance, and service.

August 4, 2021

Inspiring Veterans Day Speakers And The Powerful Messages They Deliver

Recently, All American Entertainment’s Head of Marketing, Jennifer Best, had the privilege of interviewing Luke Goetting, Founder of Puffingston Presentations, about all things hybrid events and what we can expect from a successful event in 2021 (and beyond).

July 28, 2021

How to Create Dynamic Hybrid Events: An Interview with Luke Goetting

These adventurers, authors, and outdoors enthusiasts have scaled mountains, broken records, and poured their passions into this summer’s best page turners. Their rich life experiences and exhilarating stories allow them to wow audiences of all kinds and bring the excitement of summer to your events.

July 26, 2021

Bring Those Summer Vibes to Your Events with These Adventurers, Authors, And Extreme Athletes

As a part of our sit-down with Naif Productions CEO, Annette Naif, we discussed the value of utilizing a speakers bureau when planning virtual, in-person, and/or hybrid events.

July 22, 2021

Why Work With A Speakers Bureau?

What Will Hybrid Events Look Like In 2021?

July 14, 2021

What Will Hybrid Events Look Like In 2021?

A great way to drive registration, attendance, and participation for any event is by selecting a speaker. But, do you know what questions to ask when trying to make the perfect match to your event? Here are the five most important questions you need to ask when selecting and booking a speaker.

July 13, 2021

How to Choose The Right Speaker For Your Event In 5 Questions Or Less

Amy McWhirter

July 12, 2021

Why Hiring a Virtual Event Emcee Makes Business Sense

Jennifer Best, Head of Marketing at All American Entertainment (AAE) Speakers Bureau, has been invited to lead two sessions at Swapcard's upcoming Evolve Homecoming virtual event.

July 1, 2021

All American Entertainment’s Jennifer Best to Speak at Evolve Homecoming Virtual Event

Top Tech Speakers for Cybersecurity, AI, and Futurism

June 28, 2021

Top Tech Speakers for Cybersecurity, AI, and Futurism

All American Entertainment (AAE) has been featured in Professional Convention Management Association’s (PCMA) latest course series titled “7 Change Actions.” The module, titled “Disruption & Adaptation,” features AAE’s success story of business recovery during the event industry downturn in 2020.

June 22, 2021

Speaker Bureau’s Success Story Highlighted in New PCMA Series

6 Inspiring Breast Cancer Survivors, Advocates, and Researchers

June 21, 2021

6 Inspiring Breast Cancer Survivors, Advocates, and Researchers

Infusing Community Into Your Events

June 14, 2021

Infusing Community Into Your Events: 3 Things to Consider

Business North Carolina's 2021 Best Employers in North Carolina

June 8, 2021

All American Entertainment Named a 2021 Best Employer in North Carolina

Women's Equality Day 2021

June 7, 2021

Powerful Women’s Equality Day Speakers for an Unforgettable Event

We recently had a conversation with speaker and author Scott Steinberg about his book, which is all about how companies can manage high-tech change and disruption. We also talked about his inspiration for writing and what’s next for his career.

June 2, 2021

Q&A with Scott Steinberg, Author of AAE’s Book of the Month

Virtual events can be smooth sailing when done right, there’s always that small chance that something outside of your control goes awry. These seven tips will help you make sure you’re ready for anything when your next virtual event comes around.

May 24, 2021

Follow These 7 Quick Tips for Successful Virtual Events

These top Hispanic Heritage authors, activists, and public figures will inspire your audience with a culturally rich perspective during Hispanic Heritage Month.

May 17, 2021

Top Authors, Activists, and Public Figures for Hispanic Heritage Month

5 Simple Steps to Solving the Event ROI Challenge

May 10, 2021

5 Simple Steps to Solving the Event ROI Challenge

Just as there are numerous types of professions within sports, there are an equal number of talented sports speakers to consider. Below you’ll find some of All American Entertainment’s top-rated and highly inspirational sports speakers.

May 3, 2021

Up Your Game with All-Star Sports Speakers Who Inspire, Motivate, and Educate

No matter how impressive a virtual platform is or how personalized an attendee’s experience is, a great virtual speaker is still an irreplaceable aspect of a successful virtual event. Here's how event professionals can get it right.

April 27, 2021

5 Helpful Tips That Every Event Pro Should Know For Finding Better Virtual Speakers

PTS Awareness

April 19, 2021

11 Inspiring Speakers Delivering Powerful Messages on Post-Traumatic Stress

4 Valuable Benefits to Virtual Event Sponsorship

April 12, 2021

4 Valuable Benefits to Virtual Event Sponsorships

How Clubhouse Will Change the Future Of Events

April 5, 2021

How Clubhouse Will Change the Future Of Events

We recently had a conversation with author Christen Brandt about her book, which is all about “unlocking your potential,” as well as her career, what it means to “make an impact,” and how companies can apply the principles of her book to better support their employees.

April 1, 2021

Q&A with Christen Brandt, Author of AAE’s Book of the Month

Virtual events can inform, entertain, and inspire audiences when done right. But they can also be gold mines for great content. Here are a few things event professionals should do to make sure they're getting the most out of their virtual events.

March 29, 2021

How to Easily Leverage Your Virtual Events Into Great Content Right Now

How to Incorporate Sponsor Engagement Virtually

March 23, 2021

How to Incorporate Virtual Event Sponsorship

COVID-19 Impact Speakers

March 15, 2021

Top COVID-19 Impact Speakers

LGBTQ Pride Month 2021

March 8, 2021

10 LGBTQ+ Activists and Speakers for Pride Month 2021

Top Speakers to Watch on Clubhouse App

March 1, 2021

Meet the Clubhouse App and Its Top Speakers to Follow

Tips for Making Your Virtual Event a Glitch Free Success

February 22, 2021

Tips for Making Your Virtual Event a Glitch Free Success

The following environmental speakers are not only spreading awareness about the natural and technological solutions to climate change already within our grasp, but are also inspiring others to work toward making a better home for us all.

February 17, 2021

Top 10 Environmental Speakers for Earth Day

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February 12, 2021

The Five Most Inspiring Messages Military Speakers Deliver

Emerging Stars to Watch for at Super Bowl LV

February 5, 2021

Emerging Stars to Watch for at Super Bowl LV

Best Speakers for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

February 3, 2021

Best Speakers for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Diverse Voices to Elevate Your Events Beyond Black History Month

February 1, 2021

Diverse Voices to Elevate Your Events Beyond Black History Month

Hybrid Events

January 28, 2021

How Hybrid Events Will Define the Future of Virtual Events

U.S. Capitol Building

January 25, 2021

How a Youth Poet Laureate Became the Star of the Inauguration

How Companies Are Leveraging Business Speakers At Virtual Conferences

January 15, 2021

How Companies Are Leveraging Business Speakers At Virtual Conferences

Speakers to Watch in 2021 | AAE Speakers Bureau

January 13, 2021

Speakers to Watch in 2021

Q&A with Karen Mangia, Author of

December 21, 2020

Q&A with Karen Mangia, Author of December’s #AAEBookClub Selection

What We Learned About Virtual Events in 2020 | AAE Speakers Bureau

December 17, 2020

After Hundreds of Virtual Events, Here’s What We Learned in 2020

Top 20 Booked Speakers of 2020

December 8, 2020

AAE’s Top 20 Booked Speakers of 2020

Hosting a Sales Kickoff in 2021 | AAE Speakers Bureau

November 24, 2020

How to Have a Great Sales Kickoff in 2021

Choosing the Right Virtual Event Format | AAE Speakers Bureau

November 19, 2020

Choosing The Right Format For Your Virtual Event

Hybrid Events: Combining Virtual and In-Person Elements

November 12, 2020

Hybrid Events: The Emerging Trend for 2021

Virtual Emcee

October 28, 2020

Should I Hire a Virtual Emcee for My Event?

How to Book a Keynote Speaker

October 20, 2020

How to Book a Keynote Speaker

Market Your Event to Maximize Reach | AAE Speakers Bureau

October 14, 2020

How Do I Market My Event? 9 Ways to Maximize Its Reach

How to Host a Successful Virtual Conference | AAE Speakers Bureau

October 12, 2020

Taking Your Annual Conference Virtual

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

October 12, 2020

Top 10 Trending Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Training Experts

AAE’s Top Seven Booked Virtual Event Speakers

October 5, 2020

AAE’s Top Seven Booked Virtual Event Speakers

Black History Month

October 2, 2020

Top Black History Month Topic Ideas

AAE Team Members Earn Digital Event Strategist Certification

October 1, 2020

AAE Team Members Earn Digital Event Strategist Certification

Top 15 Remote Work Advocates & Leaders

September 28, 2020

Top 15 Remote Work Advocates & Leaders

Unique Interactive Virtual Events

September 25, 2020

Unique Interactive Virtual Events

virtual event hosting

September 21, 2020

What To Do After Hosting a Virtual Event

Virtual Events: Pre-Record or Live?

September 16, 2020

Virtual Events: Pre-Record or Live?

Virtual Event Timeline

September 2, 2020

The Ultimate Virtual Event Timeline for Event Planners

how to network

August 26, 2020

How to Maximize Reach by Networking After Events

Disruptive Entrepreneur Speakers

August 21, 2020

Top 10 Trending Disruptive Entrepreneur Speakers

Virtual Fundraising Event Ideas

August 18, 2020

Virtual Event Fundraising Ideas for 2020

2020 Best Place to Work

August 12, 2020

AAE Named to TBJ’s 2020 Best Places to Work for 3rd Consecutive Year

Virtual Events for College Students

August 5, 2020

How Universities are Leveraging Virtual Events to Drive Campus Engagement | AAE Speakers Bureau

Top 10 Trending Mental Health Speakers | AAE Speakers Bureau

July 31, 2020

Top 10 Trending Mental Health Speakers | AAE Speakers Bureau

Beware event contract scams

July 30, 2020

Event Contract Scam Warning: How to Protect Yourself

Virtual Event Ideas

July 21, 2020

Virtual Event Ideas: Top 10 Trending Topics | AAE Speakers Bureau

how to network

July 16, 2020

How to Make Virtual Events Interactive

virtual meeting best practices, how to host a virtual event

July 8, 2020

Virtual Meeting Best Practices: Tips for Improving the Viewing Experience

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June 30, 2020

4 Ways to Measure the Impact of Your Virtual Event

Hosting a Virtual Event

June 24, 2020

The Do’s and Don’ts of Hosting a Virtual Event

If you've already rewatched all your favorite movies and read all the books you've been meaning to, why not discover a new podcast? Here are some of our favorites.

June 17, 2020

Bored at Home? Check Out These Podcasts

FAQ Virtual Event Attendees

June 8, 2020

9 FAQs for Event Planners to Share with Their Attendees Before a Virtual Event

AAE to speak at Event Marketer's Virtual Event

May 14, 2020

Speakers Bureau All American Entertainment to Present at Virtual Event Conference

Virtual Events: How the Event Industry is Coping with the Coronavirus Outbreak

April 22, 2020

Update on the Event Industry and the Coronavirus Outbreak

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April 13, 2020

How to Manage Stress During the Coronavirus Outbreak

Top Tip 3: Find the Right Speaker for the Audience of Your Virtual Event

March 24, 2020

Top 5 Tips for Hosting a Successful Virtual Event

Jasmine Mansfield Promoted to Senior Account Executive at AAE

March 9, 2020

Jasmine Mansfield Promoted to Senior Account Executive at AAE

All American Speakers Bureau Ranks on Inc. 5000 for the Second Consecutive Year

October 14, 2019

All American Speakers Bureau Ranks on Inc. 5000 for the Second Consecutive Year 

All American Speakers Bureau Once Again Named Number One Best Place To Work

September 14, 2019

AAE Once Again Named #1 Best Place To Work by Triangle Business Journal

All American Speakers Bureau Ranks on Inc. 5000 for the Second Consecutive Year

May 16, 2019

All American Entertainment Named One of Inc. Magazine’s Best Workplaces 2019

Inspirational Moms: Award-Winning Athlete Kerri Walsh Jennings with her Family

May 9, 2019

Super Moms: Going Above and Beyond the Call of Duty

Inspiring Speakers for National Autism Awareness Month Events

April 23, 2019

Inspiring Speakers for National Autism Awareness Month Events

Black Filmmakers and Actors in Hollywood

March 22, 2019

Black Filmmakers and Actors Breaking Barriers in Hollywood

Mandy Lubrano Promoted to Vice President at All American Entertainment

March 18, 2019

Mandy Lubrano Promoted to Vice President at All American Entertainment

Top Fashion Designers at New York Fashion Week 2019

February 13, 2019

10 Designers To Watch from New York Fashion Week 2019

Disney & Pixar Voices

December 4, 2018

Most Iconic Disney & Pixar Voices in December 2018

The Ideal Event Planning Timeline According to Logistics Experts

August 9, 2018

The Ideal Event Planning Timeline According to Logistics Experts

Nashville, Tennessee: One of the most popular event cities in the United States

June 27, 2018

10 Most Popular Event Cities To Host A Speaker Event

Top Things to Keep in Mind When Booking a Keynote Speaker

June 25, 2018

Top Things to Keep in Mind Before Booking a Keynote Speaker

Commencement 2018: Celebrity Speakers to Address Universities Across the Country

May 7, 2018

Commencement 2018: Celebrity Speakers to Address Universities Across the Country

Women Demand Equal Rights in the 1920s

March 13, 2018

National Women’s History Month 2018: Inspiring Women Fighting for Equality

Prince Ea

December 27, 2017

Prince Ea: Deep Reflections Through the Art of the Spoken Word

Virtual Reality

December 7, 2017

2017 Ted Talks to Watch: Virtual Reality Speakers

Jack Hanna

December 4, 2017

Jack Hanna: Zoologist, Conservationist, Educator

Melissa Clark

November 13, 2017

Melissa Clark’s Contribution to the Culinary World

Sherry and John

November 6, 2017

John and Sherry Petersik: Young House Love

Erin Gruwell

October 27, 2017

Erin Gruwell: Empowerment Through Education

Finance

October 12, 2017

2017 TED Talks to Watch: Finance Speakers

Lauren Potter

October 6, 2017

Lauren Potter: “Being Different Isn’t Bad – Different Is Just Different!”

Magic Johnson playing for the Los Angeles Lakers

September 25, 2017

Driving to the Basket: Magic Johnson’s Success in Business and Philanthropy

Fortune MPW Summit

September 12, 2017

FORTUNE 2017 Forums, Summits, and Brainstorm Sessions

AOL Headquarters

August 8, 2017

2017 AOL Build Series: Powerful Videos by Inspiring Speakers

Carol Dweck

June 29, 2017

Carol Dweck: The Power of Mindset and Psychology of Success

Randy Lewis

June 5, 2017

Randy Lewis: Enabling the Disabled

Book a Speaker

May 30, 2017

How to Book the Right Speaker for Your Next Event

Twitter for Event Planning

May 18, 2017

Event Planning: 5 Ways to Use Twitter to Market an Event

Artists under 10K

May 12, 2017

20 Rising Stars to Book with a $10K Budget

Diane Guerrero

May 9, 2017

Diane Guerrero: Actress. Author. Activist.

Kentucky Derby

May 1, 2017

10 Fun Facts about the Kentucky Derby

Sophia Amoruso

April 28, 2017

Sophia Amoruso: The Girlboss Entrepreneur and Icon

Autism Awareness

March 29, 2017

Light it up Blue for Autism Awareness Month, April 2017

Girls Rock

March 10, 2017

Girls Rock NC: An Organization of Empowerment

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January 19, 2017

Tips from Poet Sarah Kay

work

January 13, 2017

Regina Dugan: Love and Work

Scott Harrison, Founder & CEO of Charity: Water | Dynamic Dialogues

December 2, 2016

Scott Harrison, Founder & CEO of Charity: Water | Dynamic Dialogues

sanitation reformer

November 10, 2016

Molly Winter: The Taboo Secret to Better Health

fitness innovator

November 8, 2016

Greg Glassman: How a Health Nut Created the World’s Biggest Fitness Trend

education reformer

November 4, 2016

Seema Bansal on Education

technology speakers

November 3, 2016

Speaker Spotlight: Andrew Kortina & Iqram Magdon-Ismail

Tom Hulme: What can we learn from shortcuts?

November 1, 2016

Tom Hulme: What can we learn from shortcuts?

Adam Foss TED Talk: A Reformed Justice System

November 1, 2016

Adam Foss TED Talk: A Reformed Justice System

Speaker Spotlight: Marcia Clark

October 23, 2016

Speaker Spotlight: Marcia Clark

Tobias Frere-Jones: Breaking Things Deliberately

October 3, 2016

Tobias Frere-Jones: Breaking Things Deliberately

joel gay

September 28, 2016

Energy Recovery CEO Joel Gay on Success

Joshua Cohen on the Writing Process

September 21, 2016

Joshua Cohen on the Writing Process

Speaker Spotlight: Rem Koolhaas

September 18, 2016

Speaker Spotlight: Rem Koolhaas

maia szalavitz

September 11, 2016

Big Think: Maria Szalavitz

ben weiss

September 11, 2016

Speaker Spotlight: Ben Weiss

Jake Knapp on Testing New Ideas

September 11, 2016

Jake Knapp on Testing New Ideas

Spotlight on... Jeremy Stoppelman

September 11, 2016

Spotlight on… Jeremy Stoppelman

brian sharples

September 11, 2016

Speaker Spotlight: Brian Sharples

debbie sterling

September 11, 2016

Debbie Sterling on Overcoming Rejection

todd yellin

September 9, 2016

Todd Yellin, Entertainment Technologist

Chris Gethard on Learning Improv Technique

September 7, 2016

Chris Gethard on Learning Improv Technique

Ralph Rivera

September 6, 2016

Ralph Rivera

Big Think: Mary Louise Parker

September 5, 2016

Big Think: Mary Louise Parker

charles duhigg

September 4, 2016

Charles Duhigg on What Makes a Winning Team

Alexander Betts on Brexit

September 4, 2016

Alexander Betts on Brexit

Big Think: Janna Levin

August 29, 2016

Big Think: Janna Levin

olivier scalabre

August 26, 2016

Olivier Scalabre on Manufacturing Revolution

Anthony Goldbloom on Machine Takeover

August 10, 2016

Anthony Goldbloom on Machine Takeover

e-commerce entrepreneur Alexis Maybank

August 2, 2016

A Conversation with Entrepreneur, Alexis Maybank

Simon Sinek: How to Build a Company That People Want to Work For

July 21, 2016

Simon Sinek: How to Build a Company That People Want to Work For

How to Get a Celebrity Involved with Your Charity or Non-profit Event

July 19, 2016

How to Get a Celebrity Involved with Your Charity or Non-profit Event

Emma-Watson

May 5, 2016

Emma Watson: Changing the world one dress at a time

Brad-Cleveland

April 21, 2016

ICMI Announces Additional Keynotes from Salesforce & Quicken Inc. for 2016 Contact Center Expo & Conference

Michael-Thornton

April 17, 2016

Decorated SEAL to speak at fundraiser

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