Entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurs are the innovators, risk-takers, and visionaries who transform ideas into successful businesses and industries. Our Entrepreneur Speakers share firsthand experiences of building companies, overcoming challenges, embracing innovation, and leading through uncertainty, inspiring audiences to think bigger, act boldly, and create lasting impact.

Featuring successful founders, startup pioneers, business leaders, investors, and innovators, these keynote speakers provide practical insights into entrepreneurship, leadership, innovation, business growth, resilience, customer experience, branding, and the mindset required to succeed in today’s competitive marketplace.

Whether launching a new venture, scaling an established business, or navigating disruption, our Entrepreneur Speakers deliver actionable strategies that help organizations foster innovation, embrace change, identify new opportunities, and develop an entrepreneurial culture. Their authentic stories of success, setbacks, and perseverance demonstrate that every challenge is an opportunity to learn, adapt, and grow.

Ideal for corporate conferences, leadership summits, startup events, educational institutions, industry forums, and business networking events, these engaging speakers inspire audiences to think creatively, challenge conventional thinking, and turn ambitious ideas into meaningful results.

Ty Bennett - Image 08 (April 28, 2026)

      Helps leaders unlock performance through influence, storytelling, and trust.

      • Leadership Speaker
      Ian Beacraft - Image 01 (January 22, 2026)

          Transforms how organizations use AI to unlock human potential.

          • Chief Futurist of Signal and Cipher
          Adam Braun - Image 02 (April 27, 2026)

              He helps organizations align sustainability with growth and innovation.

              • Humanitarian
              Erin King - Image 06 (April 24, 2026)

                  Helps leaders boost confidence, energy, and influence in high-stakes moments.

                  • Motivational Speaker
                  Ali Brown - Reward
                      Ali Brown — Entrepreneurial strategist and leadership keynote speaker empowering women founders to build purpose-driven, scalable businesses.
                      • Leadership Speaker
                      Tyler Perry - Image 01 (May 22, 2026)

                          He inspires audiences through storytelling, entrepreneurship, and leadership.

                          • Actor & Director
                          Mike Krieger - Image 01 (June 23, 2026)
                            • Promoted

                            Learn how innovative products grow from startup to scale.

                            • Co-Founder of Instagram
                            Jess Ekstrom - Image 04 (April 23, 2026)
                            • (2 reviews)

                              Inspires purpose-driven leadership and turning passion into impact.

                              • Inspirational Speaker
                              Julie Smolyansky - Image 01 (May 8, 2026)

                                  She empowers audiences to lead boldly while creating meaningful social impact.

                                  • Entrepreneurship
                                  Egypt Sherrod - Image 02 (April 23, 2026)

                                      She helps people build wealth through smart real estate decisions.

                                      • Real Estate
                                      Claudia Romo Edelman - Image 01 (September 18, 2026)

                                          She inspires organizations to turn inclusion into meaningful collective action.

                                          • DEI Speaker
                                          Kevin O'Leary - Image 06 (June 3, 2026)

                                              Helping entrepreneurs make smarter decisions and build lasting value.

                                              • Shark Tank
                                              Chris Folayan - Image 01 (July 20, 2026)

                                                  Think bigger, innovate boldly, and scale businesses across global markets.

                                                  • Serial Entrepreneur
                                                  Felicia Pizzonia - Image 05 (May 13, 2026)

                                                      She helps professionals build authority, confidence, and lasting business growth.

                                                      • Sales Speaker
                                                      Brett StClair - Image 21 (May 20, 2026)
                                                      • (15 reviews)

                                                        He empowers businesses through AI innovation and digital transformation leadership expertise.

                                                        • Digital Futurist
                                                        Chef Sean Sherman - Image 04 (January 28, 2026)

                                                            He redefines food systems through Indigenous knowledge and sustainability.

                                                            • The Sioux Chef
                                                            Chef Nancy Silverton - Image 06 (May 8, 2026)

                                                                She blends culinary mastery, creativity, and entrepreneurial vision with authenticity.

                                                                • Michelin Chef
                                                                Astrid Scholz - Image 04 (February 2, 2026)
                                                                    Serial entrepreneur and sustainability keynote speaker Astrid J. Scholz helps leaders align technology, finance, and governance to mobilize capital and collaboration for large scale global impact.
                                                                    • Serial Entrepreneur
                                                                    Aniyia Williams - Image 02 (May 28, 2026)
                                                                    • (2 reviews)

                                                                      She champions ethical innovation, inclusion, and equitable technology leadership.

                                                                      • Tech Changemaker
                                                                      Dr. Tye Caldwell - Image 07 (July 20, 2026)

                                                                          Innovation and entrepreneurship unlock new opportunities for business growth.

                                                                          • Business Innovation
                                                                          Antonia Lofaso - Image 03 (May 12, 2026)

                                                                              She combines culinary passion with creativity, leadership, and authentic hospitality.

                                                                              • Celebrity Chef
                                                                              Susan Feniger - Image 05 (May 7, 2026)

                                                                                  She inspires creativity, entrepreneurship, and bold culinary innovation.

                                                                                  • Culinary Chef
                                                                                  Aileen Lee - Image 01 (May 20, 2026)

                                                                                      She empowers founders to build innovative companies with lasting global impact.

                                                                                      • Business Innovation
                                                                                      April Showers - Image 01 (March 25, 2026)

                                                                                          She helps entrepreneurs turn ideas into scalable, purpose-driven brands

                                                                                          • Founder of AfroUnicorn

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                                                                                          Finding the right keynote speaker is about more than selecting a well-known name. Every event has unique objectives, audiences and budgets, and our experienced team works closely with clients to recommend speakers whose expertise and presentation style align with those goals.

                                                                                          Unlike online speaker directories, Speakers Inc. provides personalised recommendations and manages the complete booking process—from speaker selection and briefing through to contracts, logistics and event delivery. Whether you’re planning a leadership summit, sales conference or executive forum, we help ensure your event is both seamless and memorable.

                                                                                          With a carefully curated roster of business leaders, futurists, Olympians, entrepreneurs and industry experts from Africa and around the world, Speakers Inc. connects organisations with speakers who deliver genuine business impact.

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                                                                                          Frequently Asked Questions

                                                                                          Speaker fees vary based on experience, demand, and event requirements. We work with a wide range of budgets and can recommend options that fit your goals.

                                                                                          We make the process simple. Our team works closely with you to understand your audience, objectives, and budget, then recommends speakers who are the best fit to deliver a meaningful and memorable experience.

                                                                                          Yes. Most of our speakers tailor their content to align with your event theme, audience, and objectives—ensuring the message is relevant, engaging, and impactful.

                                                                                          Absolutely. We provide end-to-end support, from speaker recommendations and contracting to coordinating logistics, so you can focus on delivering a successful event.

                                                                                          Yes. Many of our keynote speakers and event hosts are available for virtual, hybrid and in-person events worldwide. Our team can recommend the best format for your audience and event objectives.

                                                                                          Browse our selection of speakers below or contact our team for personalized recommendations. Whether you’re planning a conference, leadership event, annual meeting or sales kick-off, we’ll help you find the perfect speaker for your audience.

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