Hiring Speakers       Before investigating potential speakers for your next conference, review the following information. Establish a clear theme for the meeting so that all speakers can relate to it in their preparation. Know the exact goals of not only the overall conference but for each presentation as well (i.e. the "change Management" seminar should demonstrate a clear understanding of the process of going from the old to the new, emphasizing the management skills necessary, with about a 20% mix of levity woven into an interactive environment with approximately 85 to 100 mid-level managers present.)  This is not only extremely helpful to the bureaus in doing their search, but is also a great aid to speakers who will be deciding whether or not it is within the realm of their expertise.  It will also cut down on some speakers doing another "canned presentation." Have available the exact date, time, location, length of presentation, desired experience level of speaker, budget range, and other pertinent information that might be presented to the speaker of bureau. Consider whether the key function of the speaker is to be a keynote presenter or a seminarist.  The presentation styles can be very distinct.  Some speakers are great 40 - 60 minutes sprinters; while others are long-distance runners. Keynote people are usually more presentation and entertainment minded while seminar speakers are usually more dry and content minded.  Knowing the dominant style will give you a better picture of the speaker and what to expect. Keep records of past programs to assure variety or continuance, depending on your needs and goals.  You might even save past programs to share as background material for the speaker to peruse.

Show me proven speakers outside of healthcare as well...

Client Comments
Marketing Director
"Our February event was a big success and the speaker you helped us secure was outstanding….. You addressed all of our needs and questions in a thorough and timely fashion, helping things go smoothly. We look forward to working with you again to find a speaker for our Fall event! Thanks again!"
Frye Regional Medical Center
Special Events Coordinator
"Wow, what an outstanding and successful conference! Many thanks to you and your staff for securing the speakers who presented at our Leadership Conference. They were fantastic !"
SSM Health Care
Executive Vice President
"Thank you for securing Dr. Leo Frangipane for our 2005 Customer Congress...Some comments include "best speaker we've ever had," and "really related to the audience and brought a fresh perspective on the surgeon/physician and patient relationship." His presentation made a significant contribution to our overall meeting's success!"
Surgical Information Systems
Meeting Planner
"Thank you for arranging Dr. Bob Arnot . . . . It was a pleasure working with you on this program. Your organization and expertise were very much appreciated and attributed to the success of this program."
Baptist College of Health Sciences
VP & Chief Nursing Officer
"Here is how it went—WONDERFUL!!!!! The group was very energized. Thank you!!!"
Montgomery Hospital
Adm. Director of Clinics
"Dr. Sotile was simply amazing! Our Chief of staff physician said, "He is brilliant" and our hospital President wants to bring him back… He is our hero! We loved it! Thank you for recommending Dr. Sotile to our physician groups!"
Mark Twain St. Joseph Hospital
VP & Chief Nursing Officer
"I want to offer my appreciation for all of your assistance in our search for a speaker for our Women's Health Forum...We're very much looking forward to having Jane Pauley as our featured speaker and we appreciate your efforts in securing her on our behalf!"
Montgomery Hospital
Administrator
"Thank you for all of your help with this event. This is the first event of its kind with which I have worked. You went above and beyond to make it a success!"
Baptist Centers for Cancer Care
Planner
"He did a wonderful job, presented exactly what I hoped he would, and made everyone laugh! He exceeded my expectations, and from a quick glance of the evaluations that were returned to me, exceeded the expectations of the 100+ who saw him present today. I thanked him for making me look good today, since this was "my" program, and I thank you for connecting him with us!"
Carilion Community Health Education
Education Director
"Thank you for your help in securing Greg Risberg for our physician audience during our Clinical Education Series...I very much appreciate your willingness to work with me to find the best fit for our group, even with our meager budget, and your promptness in securing Greg!"
Pennsylvania AFP
Manager Special Events
"Our September event was a big success and the speaker...Dr. Holly Atkinson was outstanding...Dr. Atkinson did a terrific job interacting with the audience and sparking laughter...you addressed all of our needs and questions in a thorough and timely fashion...We look forward to working with you again in the near future."
Bassett Healthcare
Manager
"Thank you for helping us find a quality speaker for our All Administrative Staff Conference...Our President told us we hit a home run...Our organization has very high standards for a speaker and I overheard many people talk positively about his presentation!"
Benedictine Health System
Strategic Specialist
"Healthcare Speakers Network provides exceptional customer service. I appreciate the effort that you put in to helping us find solutions in the complex world of speakers/presentations."
Carilion Health Care
Vice President
"One word, AWESOME!!! Both times he spoke were just wonderful. People came to the lunch and brought back their families for the evening event...I thought it went VERY WELL!"
Unity Health Center
Director
"...Your efforts in helping me work with the speaker were certainly invaluable. You handled all of the behind-the-scenes work in obtaining her services for the event and, from my perspective, it was seamless..."
Putnam Hospital Center
Special Events Coordinator
"We are always glad to have you as part of our conference team! You do such a terrific job!"
SSM Health Care
Director
"The speaker you recommended absolutely exceeded our expectations!"
Vermont Assn. of Hospitals & Health Systems
Marketing Coordinator
"Thanks for all you...did to make this event a WINNER. Everyone...said it was a First Class event..."
Frye Regional Medical Center
"We have worked with the Healthcare Speakers Network for four years, and have enjoyed our professional relationship enough that we keep returning to book additional speakers. The team is consistently service driven, customer focused and the staff is so easy to get along with and accommodating that our events are consistently rated well above average. The trust element between our staff and the Healthcare Speakers Network staff is high."
VHA OK/AR
Marketing Coordinator
"The Healthcare Speakers Network has been a tremendous resource for our hospital Their contacts and resources ensure a successful event for not only the speaker but our hospital as well."
Frye Regional Medical Center
Vice President
"HSN is always prompt and responsive. No question is too small. We appreciate such service."
Forsyth Medical Center Foundation
Partner
"The efforts of HSN to find the ideal speaker for our event stretched out over several months, demonstrating their commitment and determination to find the individual best suited to the needs of our group."
Essex Woodlands Health Ventures
Manager
"He did a wonderful job, presented exactly what I hoped he would, and made everyone laugh! He exceeded my expectations, and from a quick glance of the evaluations that were returned to me, exceeded the expectations of the 100+ who saw him present today. I thanked him for making me look good today...and I thank you for connecting him with us!"
Clarian Health Services
Manager
"Thank you for attending the banquet and I appreciate your help with our speaker. Our guests are still talking about how wonderful he was and how much they enjoyed listening to him."
Clarian Health Services
Conference Coordinator
"...I can tell you that the speaker you recommended was absolutely delightful and a pleasure to work with. He is a consummate professional and a quick glance at the evaluations showed that the audience loved his talk."
Ministry Health Care

P.O. Box 810 Zionsville, Indiana 46077 - 800-222-1556