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Subject matter expert consultants know that in today's specialized world, true expertise in a field is highly valued. That's where management consulting advisors, influencers and key opinion leaders of all stripes come in. A subject matter expert (SME) is someone with deep knowledge and practical...

If you’re hiring a professional speaker for an event or conference, understanding how their fees are determined is important for setting an appropriate budget. Unlike many other event expenses, speaker fees don't simply follow a fixed pricing model. Several key factors go into calculating a...

Anytime that organizations need to bring in an outside expert to deliver a keynote address, inspire audiences or share valuable insights, they engage the services of a professional speaker. But what exactly is someone who speaks for a living called?The most common titles and descriptions...

In terms of the payment professional speakers receive for their speaking engagements and presentations, there are a variety of terms commonly used to describe these fees. While they all refer to the same concept of compensation, the specific verbiage can vary.Speaking FeeThis is one of...

In terms of booking keynote talent for major events and conferences, few draws are bigger than famous speakers and thought leaders. But hiring these prestigious personalities to share their knowledge often comes with an astronomical price tag.The speaking fees for A-list celebrities, politicians, business leaders...

Workshop facilitators, hosts and trainers feature at conference and convention events. When organizations look to bring in outside experts to facilitate training sessions, team-building activities or strategy workshops, they have a wide array of presenter types to choose from, though. Different workshop facilitators bring their...