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Keynote Speakers in New York City

Book keynote speakers who live and work in New York City, from Shark Tank investors and bestselling authors to marketing pioneers, Broadway performers and celebrity chefs. A speaker based in the city 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 New York City as home. Compare fees and check availability for your date.

New York City speakers available to book

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  • Pauline Brown

    Pauline Brown Keynote Speaker - CEO, Best-Selling Author, Fashion Expert. Topics: Business, Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Retail. Speaking fee $25K–$30K. Travels from New York, NY.

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  • Ben Vereen

    Ben Vereen Tony Award Best Musical Actor. Topics: Author, Celebrity, Hollywood, Live Music. Travels from New York, NY.

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  • Daniel Lubetzky

    Daniel Lubetzky Keynote Speaker - ABC Shark Tank Shark, KIND Snacks Founder, NYT Best-Selling Author. Topics: Business, CEO, Entrepreneurship, Growth. Speaking fee $100K–$110K. Travels from New York, NY.

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  • Seth Godin

    Seth Godin 20X Best-Selling Author, Business Keynote Speaker. Topics: Author, Business, Innovation, Leadership. Speaking fee $50K–$55K. Travels from New York, NY.

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  • Lisa Bodell

    Lisa Bodell Author, Founder, & Leading Keynote Speaker on Simplification. Topics: Artificial Intelligence, Author, Business, Change Management. Speaking fee $45K–$50K. Travels from New York, NY.

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  • Barbara Butcher

    Barbara Butcher Keynote Speaker - Forensic Trailblazer, Author, Netflix & Oxygen True Crime Consultant. Topics: Author, Burnout, Business, Celebrity. Speaking fee $15K–$20K. Travels from New York, NY.

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  • Gary Vaynerchuk

    Gary Vaynerchuk Keynote Speaker - Serial Entrepreneur, Chairman of VaynerX, & CEO of VaynerMedia. Topics: Author, Celebrity, Change Management, Corporate Culture. Speaking fee $250K–$300K. Travels from New York, NY.

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  • Julie Wainwright

    Julie Wainwright Entrepreneur, E-Commerce Pioneer, Brand Management Expert & Keynote Speaker. Topics: Business, CEO, Corporate Culture, Entrepreneurship. Speaking fee $30K–$35K. Travels from New York, NY.

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  • Abigail Posner

    Abigail Posner Anthropologist, Keynote Speaker, & Former Director, U.S. Creative Works, Google. Topics: Artificial Intelligence, Business, CFB, Change Management. Speaking fee $25K–$35K. Travels from New York, NY.

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  • Carson Kressley

    Carson Kressley Emmy-Award Winning TV Personality, Fashion Expert, NYT Bestselling Author. Topics: Author, Celebrity, Creativity, DEI. Speaking fee $35K–$40K. Travels from New York, NY.

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  • Daymond John

    Daymond John Founder of FUBU, Star of ABC’s Shark Tank, & Keynote Speaker. Topics: Author, Business, Celebrity, CEO. Speaking fee $100K–$110K. Travels from New York, NY.

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  • Barbara Corcoran

    Barbara Corcoran Keynote Speaker - Shark on ABC's Shark Tank, Venture Capitalist. Topics: Author, Business, Celebrity, CEO. Speaking fee $150K–$200K. Travels from New York, NY.

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  • Asi Wind

    Asi Wind Keynote Speaker - Magician of the Year, Award-Winning Performer & Show Creator. Topics: Magician. Travels from New York, NY.

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  • Kathleen Ashmore

    Kathleen Ashmore Chef, Cookbook Author, & Content Creator. Topics: Chefs & Culinary Experts. Travels from New York, NY.

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  • Madelyn Burke

    Madelyn Burke NYC Sports Host, Giants Insider & Digital Trailblazer. Topics: Journalists, NBA, NFL, Sports Media. Speaking fee $6.8K–$15K. Travels from New York, NY.

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  • Rocco DiSpirito

    Rocco DiSpirito James Beard Award-Winning Chef, NY Times Bestselling Author, & Speaker. Topics: Celebrity, Chefs & Culinary Experts, Nutrition. Speaking fee $45K–$50K. Travels from New York, NY.

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Booking a New York City speaker: FAQs

How much does it cost to book a keynote speaker based in New York City?

In-person fees for the New York City speakers we represent range from about $5,000 to $300,000, 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 New York City?

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. A local speaker can also step in sooner if another speaker cancels.

What kinds of keynote speakers are based in New York City?

Business and entrepreneurship, leadership, marketing, corporate culture and innovation are the most common topics among our New York City speakers. The city is also home to celebrities, TV personalities, chefs, magicians and entertainers for galas, client events and conferences.

Can New York City 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 the city. Being based in New York City only changes the travel cost for events in or near the city.

How far in advance should we book a New York City 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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