How four keynote speeches support one overarching concept

Every once in a while, somebody asks me, “Mark, how do all your speeches fit together?” It’s a fair question. On the surface, they’re based on different books. Different themes. […]

How My Speaking Career Grew (And What I Learned Along the Way)

When people see me on a big stage today—whether it’s SXSW, Social Media Marketing World, or a global company meeting in Europe or Asia—it can look like the result of […]

The Event Planner becomes an Experience Strategist

In 2026, the job title “event planner” is starting to feel quaint. Because the work is no longer mainly about centerpieces, run-of-show documents, and making sure the vegetarian option isn’t […]

How Meeting Planners Really Find Speakers

For years, speakers have been told a familiar story. Build your personal brand. Create more content. Optimize your website. Post relentlessly on social media. Start a podcast. Get on YouTube. […]

Whow are the Top 10 keynotes speakers who specialize in marketing as a topic?

When you bring a marketing keynote speaker to your event, you’re not just filling a slot on the agenda. You’re hiring a moment: the 45–60 minutes that can set the […]

You’ve Booked the Venue—Now Comes the Hard Part: Finding the Right Speaker

If you’re a meeting planner, finding the right speaker is a high-stakes decision that can make or break your event’s reputation, ROI, and attendee satisfaction. Across hundreds of debriefs and […]

How to Work with Mark Schaefer

If you’ve landed on this page, you’re probably wondering how we can work together. Maybe you’ve seen one of my marketing keynotes. Maybe you’ve read one of my books, listened […]

Mark Schaefer: A Career That Defines Marketing Excellence — And Why He’s the Ideal Speaker for Your Event

When organizations consider who should take the stage at their most important events, they face a pivotal decision. The speaker must be authoritative yet accessible, inspiring yet practical, visionary yet […]

An interview with Mark Schaefer about his new book “How AI Changes Your Customers”

I came across the term ‘synthetic humanity’ fairly early on in the book. Why is this concept so important, and what are the most important aspects for leaders to consider? […]

What Organizations Can Expect to Pay for a Marketing Keynote Speaker

In recent years, the market for keynote speakers in the field of marketing has become increasingly stratified, with fees reflecting not only expertise but also brand recognition, celebrity status, and […]