Buzz Aldrin
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Apollo 11 astronaut and moon-landing pioneer
Find Top Global Speakers in Minutes with AI
The world's first AI-powered platform connecting organizers with verified experts, media, and podcasters — automating the entire process from discovery to booking with zero commission.
Why the Old Way is Broken
Manual outreach, endless follow-ups, and lack of transparency are killing your productivity.
The Challenges
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Hard to verify expertise
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Slow response times
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Hidden agency fees
SpeakUp solves this by verifying every profile and automating the matching process.
Two Ways to Find Your Match
Choose the workflow that fits your needs: Search directly or let speakers come to you.
Active Search Mode
Browse our global database of verified speakers using advanced AI filters.
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Filter by Industry & Topic
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Check Availability Instantly
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Direct Chat & Booking
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View Past Performance Reviews
Perfect For
Conference Organizers
Podcast Hosts
Event Mode: Let Them Apply
Create a public call for speakers and receive tailored applications from qualified experts.
How it works
Your request is matched with relevant speakers
Speakers apply with their profile & rate
You shortlist and book the best fit
Top Speakers You Can Book
A sample of the verified speakers you can discover, shortlist, and book through SpeakUp.
Smart Request Management
Manage Multiple Requests per Event
One conference, many roles? No problem.
Create distinct requests for Keynotes, Panels, and Workshops within a single Event dashboard.
Perfect for large summits handling dozens of speakers simultaneously.
Workflow Automation
Smart Application Tracking
Never lose track of a candidate again. Our Kanban-style dashboard keeps you organized.
One-click status updates to keep candidates informed.
Group and filter applications by stage for efficiency.
Application Pipeline
Real-time overview
28 Total Applications
Approved
12
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Sarah Chen
AI & Automation
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Marcus Rodriguez
Leadership
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Emma Wilson
Innovation
Pending
8
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David Park
BioTech
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Lisa Anderson
Marketing
Declined
5
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John Smith
Finance
Invited
3
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Alex Turner
Tech Trends
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Nina Patel
Sustainability
Flexible Terms
You Control the Budget
Whether you have a premium budget or offer exposure-only slots, we support it all.
Paid Opportunities
Set your budget range and negotiate fees directly.
Pro Bono / Exposure
Find experts willing to speak for impact and exposure.
Sponsored
Connect with speakers who sponsor events to speak.
Agree on Every Detail — Right in the Chat
Settle the fee, lock the date, confirm the format. SpeakUp's built-in messaging turns negotiation into a few taps — propose conditions, get a clear yes, and keep the whole agreement in one place.
Send formal proposals with fee, date, and format — no scattered email threads.
Speakers accept, decline, or counter your terms in a single tap.
Every agreed condition stays in the chat, so nothing gets lost.
Platform Power
Everything You Need to Succeed
AI Matching Engine
Our algorithm finds the perfect fit based on 20+ data points.
Verified Experts
Every speaker is vetted for quality and experience.
Direct Messenger
Chat, negotiate, and agree on terms without intermediaries.
Smart Scheduling
Syncs with your calendar to prevent conflicts.
Central Command
All your events, requests, and communications in one place.
Build an Organizer Profile Speakers Trust
Speakers vet who they work with. A complete organizer profile — your logo, mission, and track record of events — earns faster replies and attracts better talent.
Show your brand with a logo, bio, and links on one polished page.
Highlight past and upcoming events to prove you're the real deal.
Verified organizers get prioritized responses from top speakers.
Organizer Benefits
Why Top Organizers Choose SpeakUp
Save 90% Time
Automate the hunt. Fill slots in days, not months.
Zero Headaches
No more spreadsheets or lost emails.
100% Transparent
See full profiles, ratings, and reviews upfront.
Global Talent Pool
Access speakers from 30+ countries.
All-in-One Solution
From discovery to contract.
Simple Process
How It Works
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Create an Event or Request
Describe your theme, date, and goals.
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Get AI Suggestions
Instantly see relevant speakers or receive applications.
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Compare & Select
Filter, view profiles, and shortlist.
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Book Instantly
Chat and confirm directly within SpeakUp.
Trusted by the Best
“SpeakUp revolutionized how we book speakers for our annual tech summit.”
Sarah Jenkins
Event Director, TechFlow
“Finally, a platform that cuts out the noise and gives me quality matches.”
Mike Ross
Podcast Host, 'Future Now'
“The AI matching is incredibly accurate. It found us a niche expert in hours.”
Elena Rodriguez
Content Manager, Global Health Forum
Frequently Asked Questions
Is SpeakUp free for organizers?
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Yes, it is completely free to post requests and search for speakers.
How does the AI matching work?
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It analyzes your request details and matches them with speaker profile tags, experience, and topics.
Can I book speakers for online events?
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Absolutely. You can specify if your event is in-person, hybrid, or fully remote.
Are the speakers verified?
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Yes, we verify speaker profiles to ensure quality and professionalism.
How do I communicate with speakers?
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Use our built-in secure chat feature to discuss details directly.
Organizer guides
Sharpen the work around your speaker program
Detailed playbooks for the highest-leverage parts of running a speaker program: writing the call, scoring applications fairly, and managing accepted speakers end-to-end.
Call for speakers
How to write a call for speakers
An eight-section brief, distribution playbook, and review timeline you can ship in an afternoon — built from what works across hundreds of conference CFS rounds.
Read the guideSpeaker applications
Speaker application best practices
From form design to scoring rubric to decision letters — how to run a fair, fast review process that scales past the first fifty applications.
Read the guideConference operations
Conference speaker management
From signed contract to post-event payment: the cadence, tooling, and day-of choreography that keeps thirty speakers and one conference on track.
Read the guideBrowse speakers by topic
Pick a niche to see what speakers in it cover, what to look for, and how to book directly on SpeakUp.
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Ready to Find Your Next Keynote?
Join thousands of organizers who are saving time and booking better speakers with SpeakUp.