Book keynote and motivational speakers in Philadelphia
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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.
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Our Picks
Gregory Offner
Keynote speaker & culture expert
Gregory Offner reignites workplace engagement through his award-winning keynotes and Tip Jar Culture framework. A former Dueling Pianist and Fortune 100 sales executive, Greg helps leaders transform their organization's culture and rekindle the passion in their teams. His piano-integrated presentations deliver practical strategies for leaders looking to foster a more productive, satisfied, and engaged workforce, serving global audiences across five continents.
Karen M. Allen
Speaker & mindset expert
Transform workplace mindsets with Karen M. Allen, speaker and mindset expert. Karen works with business leaders to develop mental resilience, overcome challenges, and achieve peak performance, delivering impactful strategies for clients including Google, AT&T, and Kaiser Permanente.
Jennifer Shahade
Chess champion & strategic speaker
Enhance strategic decision-making with Jennifer Shahade, speaker, chess champion, commentator, and host. Jennifer works with organizations to improve risk assessment, negotiation tactics, and inclusive leadership. Three-time US National Chess Champion who has delivered talks to MIT, BCG, Merrill Lynch, and more.
Josh Dobbs
NFL player & aerospace engineer
Transform performance and work-life balance with Josh Dobbs, speaker and NFL player with aerospace engineering expertise. Josh works with organizations to build self-confidence, overcome adversity, and achieve peak performance, recognized with the prestigious Torchbearer Award.
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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 Philadelphia?
Philadelphia is a dynamic, historically rich city brimming with world-class universities, thriving industries, and a diverse, passionate community. Home to top institutions like Penn, Drexel, and Temple, the city produces thought leaders across healthcare, tech, finance, education, and the arts. Its central location on the East Coast makes it easily accessible from New York, DC, and beyond. Philly's vibrant neighborhoods, award-winning food scene, and iconic venues create memorable event experiences. With a strong culture of innovation and civic pride, Philadelphia offers a deep bench of compelling local speakers who bring authenticity, expertise, and hometown energy to every stage.
Why PepTalk
The smarter way to book speakers
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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.
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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?
Booking a keynote or motivational speaker in Philadelphia with PepTalk begins with 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. Philadelphia's iconic venues and easy access from New York and DC make it a strong choice for East Coast events, with speakers available in person or virtually.
Keynote speakers in Philadelphia typically range from $5,000 to $50,000+. The speaker's profile, session length, format and travel determine the fee, and the best-known names sit at the higher end. An academic expert from one of Philadelphia's universities may be priced differently from a national headliner. PepTalk shares a clear quote once we know your date and format.
Yes, travel and accommodation are usually quoted on top of a Philadelphia speaker's fee. Booking a speaker based in or near Philadelphia can reduce or remove those costs, and a virtual session removes them altogether. The city's central East Coast location also means speakers from New York or DC face a short trip. PepTalk sets out all of these costs upfront in your quote.
Yes. PepTalk matches speakers to your Philadelphia event's theme, audience and budget from a roster of over 15,000 speakers. With Penn, Drexel and Temple in the city and strengths in healthcare, tech, finance, education and the arts, Philadelphia supports a wide range of themes. Share your brief and we'll suggest speakers who bring expertise and authenticity to your audience.
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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