Finders Speakers'
Resources for Planners

Of course, finding the right speaker is only one of the many challenges faced by meeting and event planners. Here are helpful resources for Meeting Planners, Event Producers, and other professionals who need to prepare a perfect meeting, function, or event!

Article Library

You'll find these articles to be helpful....

Choosing a Speaker

	How to Avoid Mistakes When Choosing a Speaker by Patricia Fripp, CSP, CPAE
	Free vs. Fee Speakers by Ed Rigsbee, CSP
	20 Questions to Ask BEFORE Hiring a Speaker by Tom Antion

Event Planning

	Planning Special Events — Six Strategies for Success by Heidi Richards Mooney
	Effective Meetings Through Focus, Facilitation, Fellowship and Feedback by Charlie Hawkins, MBA

Useful Sites for Planners

Helpful Websites for Meeting and Event Planners

There are a number of associations supporting the hospitality and meetings industry, including:

Meeting Professionals International is an international organization of meeting planners.
The vision of the International Special Events Society is "Dedicated and Educated to Deliver Creative Excellence and Professionalism in Special Events".

Online magazines are a terrific place to find helpful articles and guides on planning events and meetings.

Other Places Where You Can Find Speakers

Still looking for a speaker? Try these sites....

The National Speakers Association has a searchable directory of its (primarily U.S.) membership.

The Global Speakers Federation has a searchable directory of its worldwide membership.