08 Mar Sourcing for International Speakers in Lagos?

There are so many reasons and benefits for hiring a keynote speaker or talent for your event; be it educational  or inspirational. Here are a few tips that will help you to make the right choice for an impactful event.

The first step will be to hire EMC3 Nigeria – just kidding. However you will need to consider your budget. The budget is always a deciding factor when planning a corporate event. Analyse how much money has been assigned for the event and realistically decide how much you can assign to hiring a speaker. You will also need to provide for extra expenses like accommodation and travel costs. When going to contract make sure your team is fully aware of the full budget requirements, terms and conditions so as to avoid any mix-ups further in.

What is the purpose of keynote speakers? Are they to educate and motivate the attendees or simply entertain them?  If they are to educate, it is important to review the speaker’s  resume and be sure they are what you need. If they are simply to entertain, it is also important to research and make sure that their style and method is appropriate for the audience and the event.

When you’ve done the above, you will need to double check availability of your ideal speaker. It is also important to allow for time. Always book as early as possible to avoid disappointments. It is always a great idea to have a second option of speaker available in case your first option fails.

Remember to entice the right speaker and and with the right price. Also make sure you have a good story and content for them so they want to be part of your campaign & event.

Another important factor to bear in mind is the demography of your guests. Key is to make sure that the speaker matches the general demography of the audience. Be sure to send the speakers an info kit on the event to help them understand what is expected of them.

Finding the right speaker or talent for your corporate or private event is not necessarily a gruesome process but it does require a fair amount of time and planning. The EMC3 Nigeria team is able to help you with this process and help you make a most memorable event.

Ijeoma Okoli

Emc3 Nigeria