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Keynote Speakers in Los Angeles

Book keynote speakers who live and work in the Los Angeles area, from bestselling authors and podcast hosts to Hollywood actors, celebrity chefs, magicians and Hall of Fame athletes. A speaker based in LA keeps your event simple: usually no flights, no hotel nights and more room to join a dinner, rehearsal or meet-and-greet. Every speaker below lists the Los Angeles area as home. Compare fees and check availability for your date.

Los Angeles speakers available to book

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  • Lisa Vanderpump

    Lisa Vanderpump TV Personality, Restaurateur, Producer & Philanthropist. Topics: Celebrity, Entrepreneurship, Influencer. Travels from Beverly Hills, CA.

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  • Michael Carbonaro

    Michael Carbonaro Magician, Actor, Creator of The Carbonaro Effect. Topics: Celebrity, Entertainment, Magician. Speaking fee $50K–$60K. Travels from Los Angeles, CA.

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  • Suneel Gupta

    Suneel Gupta Entrepreneur, Work-Life Balance Expert, Bestselling Author, & Speaker. Topics: Author, Burnout, Business, Corporate Culture. Speaking fee $45K–$50K. Travels from Los Angeles, CA.

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  • Duff Goldman

    Duff Goldman Renowned Pastry Chef, TV Personality, and NY Times Bestselling Author. Topics: Celebrity, Chefs & Culinary Experts, Creativity, Entrepreneurship. Speaking fee $40K–$45K. Travels from Los Angeles, CA.

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  • Laird Hamilton

    Laird Hamilton Keynote Speaker - Big-Wave Surfing Pioneer & Bestselling Author. Topics: Author, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Leadership. Speaking fee $90K–$125K. Travels from Malibu, CA.

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  • David Kwong

    David Kwong Mentalist, Celebrity Magician, & 3-Time TED Speaker. Topics: Author, Business, Celebrity, Creativity. Speaking fee $35K–$40K. Travels from Los Angeles, CA.

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  • Amy Cuddy

    Amy Cuddy Keynote Speaker - Social Psychologist, Award-Winning Harvard Lecturer, and Bestselling Author. Topics: Author, Business, Communications, Corporate Culture. Speaking fee $65K–$75K. Travels from Venice, CA.

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  • Vanessa Van Edwards

    Vanessa Van Edwards Keynote Speaker - Behavioral Researcher, Bestselling Author, & Human Connection Expert. Topics: Business, Communications, Corporate Culture, Employee Engagement. Speaking fee $65K–$70K. Travels from Los Angeles, CA.

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  • Jay Shetty

    Jay Shetty Keynote Speaker - Best-Selling Author, #1 Health Podcast Host. Topics: Author, Burnout, Business, Corporate Culture. Speaking fee $220K–$250K. Travels from Los Angeles, CA.

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  • Charlie Sheen

    Charlie Sheen Hollywood Icon, Comeback Story, & Mental Health Advocate. Topics: Athletes, Author, Celebrity, Growth. Speaking fee $200K–$210K. Travels from Malibu, CA.

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  • Alex Banayan

    Alex Banayan #1 International Bestselling Author, Keynote Speaker. Topics: Author, Business, Communications, Corporate Culture. Speaking fee From $32.5K. Travels from Los Angeles, CA.

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  • Pyet DeSpain

    Pyet DeSpain Award-Winning Indigenous & Mexican Chef, First Winner of Next Level Chef. Topics: Chefs & Culinary Experts, Nutrition. Travels from Los Angeles, CA.

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  • Ben Seidman

    Ben Seidman Magician, Pickpocket, Consultant for Mindfreak. Topics: Experiential, Magician. Speaking fee $18.5K–$25K. Travels from Los Angeles, CA.

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  • Seb Terry

    Seb Terry Bestselling Author, Peak Performance Expert & Transformation Speaker. Topics: Author, Employee Engagement, Leadership, Mental Health. Travels from Los Angeles, CA.

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  • Les Snead

    Les Snead Super Bowl-Winning General Manager & NFL Executive. Topics: Business, NFL, Sports Speakers. Speaking fee $75K–$80K. Travels from Malibu, CA.

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  • Sekou Andrews

    Sekou Andrews Grammy-Nominated Poet, Entrepreneur, & Keynote Speaker. Topics: Creativity, DEI, DEI Speakers, Disruption. Speaking fee $70K–$80K. Travels from Los Angeles, CA.

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Booking a Los Angeles speaker: FAQs

How much does it cost to book a keynote speaker based in Los Angeles?

In-person fees for the Los Angeles speakers we represent range from about $7,500 to $250,000, depending on the speaker, date, format and program length. Booking a local speaker usually lowers travel costs, since there are no flights and often no hotel. For virtual fees, inquire when you check availability.

Why book a speaker who lives in Los Angeles?

A local speaker cuts travel cost and risk. There are no flight delays to plan around, scheduling is more flexible, and it is easier to add a pre-event dinner, a sound check or time with VIP guests. Los Angeles is spread out, so check where each speaker is based: someone in Malibu or Long Beach can still be an hour from a downtown venue.

What kinds of keynote speakers are based in Los Angeles?

Business, leadership, motivation, growth and mental health are the most common topics among our Los Angeles speakers. The area is also home to actors, TV personalities, celebrity chefs, magicians and athletes for galas, client events and conferences.

Can Los Angeles speakers present virtually or travel to my event?

Yes. Most of the speakers here also deliver live virtual keynotes, and they travel for events outside Southern California. Being based in Los Angeles only changes the travel cost for events in or near the area.

How far in advance should we book a Los Angeles speaker?

As early as possible. In-demand speakers commit to dates months ahead, and booking early gives you more choice. Because local speakers do not need to travel, one can sometimes fill a late opening, so ask even if your event is close.

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