Book keynote and motivational speakers in Richmond
Find top keynote and motivational speakers in Richmond with PepTalk. Fast recommendations, transparent fees, in-person or virtual options.
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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
Whitney Johnson
Innovation expert & top 50 thinker
Transform workplace innovation with Whitney Johnson, speaker and disruptive innovation expert. Whitney works with organizations to accelerate growth, develop talent, and build resilience, recognized among the top 50 global business thinkers by Thinkers50.
Brian Biro
Leadership & Change Specialist
Brian Biro helps organizations build breakthrough leadership, navigate change, and strengthen team performance through high-energy, interactive keynotes. Author of 16 books, he has delivered over 2,000 presentations for clients including Lockheed Martin, Microsoft, and Starbucks.
Dave Ungrady
Speaker, journalist & youth mentor
Foster effective decision-making skills and life mastery in young adults with Dave Ungrady, speaker, veteran journalist, and founder of the Born Ready Project.
Eryn Eddy
Speaker & mental health advocate
Transform workplace wellbeing with Eryn Eddy, speaker and mental health advocate. Eryn works with organizations to enhance emotional wellbeing and build authentic brands, delivering insights featured on CNN, MSNBC, and Red Table Talk.
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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 Richmond?
Richmond, VA blends Southern charm with a vibrant, creative energy that makes it an ideal events destination. Home to a thriving arts scene, world-class culinary culture, and a rich history, the city attracts dynamic thinkers across industries — from tech and finance to social justice and the arts. Its compact, walkable neighborhoods foster a tight-knit professional community where local speakers are deeply connected and passionate about their city. With affordable venues, easy accessibility, and a growing reputation as an innovation hub, Richmond offers event organizers a compelling mix of talent, authenticity, and hospitality that larger cities simply can't replicate.
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?
Booking a keynote or motivational speaker in Richmond with PepTalk starts 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. Richmond, VA offers affordable venues and compact, walkable neighbourhoods, and we plan around your setting. Sessions can be delivered in person or virtually.
Keynote speaker fees in Richmond typically range from $5,000 to $50,000+. The speaker's profile, session length, format and travel all shape the figure, and the best-known names sit at the higher end. Richmond's affordable venues can free up more of your budget for the speaker. PepTalk shares a clear quote once we know your date and format, so you can plan with confidence.
Yes, travel and accommodation are usually quoted on top of a Richmond speaker's fee. A speaker based in Richmond or elsewhere in Virginia can reduce or remove those costs, and the city's tight-knit professional community makes local speakers a realistic option. A virtual session removes travel costs entirely. PepTalk sets out these costs upfront in the quote.
Yes, PepTalk can recommend speakers for your Richmond event's theme or audience from a roster of over 15,000 speakers, matched to your brief and budget. Richmond's arts scene, culinary culture and growing reputation as an innovation hub point to themes across tech, finance, social justice and the arts. Tell us about your audience and we'll shortlist speakers to suit.
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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