Book keynote and motivational speakers in Cleveland
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Testimonials
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From global enterprises to fast-growing teams, event organisers come back to PepTalk because we get it right the first time.
PepTalk makes the whole process effortless. They don't just connect you with a speaker — they understand your goals, match you with the right voice, and make every detail seamless. It's the most professional and enjoyable booking experience I've had.
We work with PepTalk across our flagship conferences, executive roundtables and dinner events. They have an exceptional ability to source world-class speakers while delivering a genuinely personal, white-glove service throughout. They are, quite simply, a pleasure to work with.
Working with PepTalk has been an outstanding experience from start to finish. Their level of service is truly exceptional - a standard that's incomparable to anyone else in the industry. If you're considering partnering with PepTalk, don't hesitate.
PepTalk are brilliant. They truly understand our goals and consistently deliver, connecting us with experts who bring unique and thought-provoking insights. Highly recommended.
We've worked with PepTalk on a range of projects – from motivational speakers on high performance to a coaching programme focused on work-life balance & change. They take the time to understand what we need. We value the partnership.
The team at PepTalk was incredibly responsive and invested in our event's success. From their suggestions we were able to easily identify a speaker that matched what we were looking for. They were incredible to work with, I would recommend them to anyone!
The client service has been truly exceptional, and the support in planning our annual speaker programme has been invaluable. PepTalk is a team we love working with, time and time again.
Everything has been smooth with PepTalk. Great communication. Easy booking. And great follow-up.
PepTalk made the entire speaker booking process seamless. They were incredibly fast, easy to work with, and took the time to understand our brief and learning outcomes. The expert speaker they matched us with brought fresh, engaging perspectives that resonated perfectly with our audience.
Our Picks
Joe Thomas
NFL legend & resilience speaker
Transform teams through resilience with Joe Thomas, speaker and NFL legend. Joe works with organisations to drive personal reinvention and peak performance, delivering powerful insights from his journey from 10-time Pro Bowler to fitness transformation icon.
Scott Allen
Leadership scholar & storyteller
Scott J. Allen, Ph.D., is an award-winning educator and an engaging voice in leadership. Equal parts scholar and storyteller, he blends cutting-edge research with humor and practical tools. His writing has appeared in Harvard Business Review and Fast Company, and he draws on more than 60 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters, along with work at organizations such as Nestlé, EY, Lexus, and Cleveland Clinic. Scott delivers fast, funny, deeply human keynotes that help leaders stay relevant and on the right side of change.
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the process - step by step
From brief to brilliant, in five steps
Tell us about your event and we'll do the rest. No back-and-forth, no guesswork — just the right speaker, matched to your brief, handled end to end.
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Tell us your brief.
Share the event, the audience, the theme, and the budget. The more context you give us, the sharper the shortlist we'll come back with.
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Get your proposal within 24 hours.
We respond fast. You'll get a hand-picked selection of speakers matched to your brief, with full profiles, fees, and our recommendation on who's the strongest fit.
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Refine until it's right.
Not quite right? Tell us what's missing from the shortlist and we'll adjust. We work with you until you're confident you've found the right person.
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Confirm. We handle everything else.
Contracts, fees, travel, briefing calls, on-the-day logistics. We manage the full process so your team doesn't have to.
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Event countdown.
Relax. Your speaker or expert is confirmed, the prep is done, and your event is in good hands. Show up and enjoy it.
Why book a motivational speaker in Cleveland?
Cleveland is a revitalised Midwest city with a strong identity rooted in industry, innovation, and culture. Home to world-class institutions like the Cleveland Clinic and Case Western Reserve University, it draws speakers across healthcare, business, and technology. The city's convention infrastructure is robust, with venues ranging from the Huntington Convention Center to intimate historic spaces. Its central location makes it easy to reach from across the US, and a deep local talent pool means you'll find authoritative voices on economic transformation, resilience, and civic leadership. Cleveland punches well above its weight as an event destination.
Why PepTalk
The smarter way to book speakers
No more chasing agencies, comparing fees or managing contracts. One brief, one team, one platform.
Personalised matching
Tell us your brief and our team hand-picks 3–5 speakers aligned to your audience, goals and budget. Within 24 hours. No endless scrolling, no guesswork.
Full-service booking
Contracts, logistics, briefing, travel, day-of support. We manage the entire process so you don't have to.
Trusted network
15,000+ speakers across 42 countries. Every speaker vetted. Every booking rated by the teams who've worked with them.
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frequently asked questions
Questions about booking a speaker?
To book a keynote or motivational speaker in Cleveland, start by telling PepTalk your date, audience, format, goals and budget. We shortlist speakers, check availability and fees, and handle the contract, travel and logistics through to event day. Speakers can appear in person at the Huntington Convention Center or one of the city's intimate historic spaces, or present virtually.
A keynote speaker in Cleveland typically costs $5,000 to $50,000+. Profile, session length, format and travel shape the figure, and the best-known names sit at the higher end. Cleveland's central location makes it easy to reach from across the US, which can help keep travel in check. Once PepTalk knows your date and format, we'll share a clear quote.
Yes, travel and accommodation are usually quoted on top of a Cleveland speaker's fee. Institutions such as the Cleveland Clinic and Case Western Reserve University anchor a deep local talent pool, so booking a speaker based in or near Cleveland can reduce or remove those costs. Virtual sessions remove them altogether. PepTalk sets every cost out upfront in your quote.
Yes. PepTalk matches speakers to your Cleveland event's theme, audience and budget from a roster of over 15,000 speakers. Cleveland's strengths in healthcare, business and technology shape many briefs, and its story of reinvention makes economic transformation, resilience and civic leadership popular themes. Tell us who's attending and we'll suggest speakers with authority on the topics your audience cares about.
Book a speaker who nails your brief.
Tell us what you’re working on and we’ll match you with the talent your audience won’t stop talking about.
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