3 Things Event Organisers Often Forget When Booking a Speaker

3 Things Event Organisers Often Forget When Booking a Speaker

Booking a keynote speaker sounds simple, but even the most experienced organisers can overlook crucial details that affect impact, cost, or logistics. Here are three of the most common things people forget – and how to avoid them.

1. Briefing the Speaker Properly

It’s not enough to send over the event date and location. Great speakers want context – your audience, your goals, what’s happened before, and what success looks like. Without a proper briefing, even the best speakers risk delivering something generic.

2. Considering AV and Tech Requirements Early

Will the speaker use slides? Do they need a lapel mic or a clicker? Do they prefer walking the stage or standing at a podium? These small details matter – and forgetting them can lead to awkward hiccups or technical delays on the day.

3. Planning for Promotion

Your speaker can help drive attention to your event – but only if you ask early. Can they share on LinkedIn? Join a teaser Q&A? Appear on a podcast? Many are happy to help promote if it’s part of the conversation upfront.

At Global Speaker Hub, we help organisers get it right from day one. Whether you’re planning your first event or your hundredth, we’ll make sure nothing’s forgotten.