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Leesburg, VA 
Author 
6 miles from Ashburn I am a new local author that has written 5 novels in the past 3 years based on my years of practicing law in the Washington, D.C. area. The books deal with legal/societal…
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Falls Church, VA
Author
20 miles from Ashburn Dynamic and engaging speaker. Featured Speaking Topics: Homeland Security ● Ethical Decision Making ● Team Building & Leadership ● Veteran & Federal…
Washington, DC
Author
26 miles from Ashburn I am the author of Get a PhD in YOU and Get a PhD in YOU: Business Edition (10/8/18), a TEDx speaker, facilitator for Fortune 500 companies and non-profit organizations…
Laurel, MD
Author
34 miles from Ashburn I am the founder of Decide 2 B Better Seminars and author of the book "Talking Donkey's and Peanut Butter". Kids don't understand that they now have two…
Stafford, VA
Author
40 miles from Ashburn Descendant of the Fulani tribe, Gettysburg-obsessed Marine Corps brat, and lover of all things magazine-related, Andréa Butler is an entrepreneurial writer, editor,…
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Washington, DC
Motivational Speaker / Author
26 miles from Ashburn 
39 Verified Bookings Barbara T. said “Our group was inspired by Elizabeth’s story and her personal and professional dedication. We are proud to have had her be a part of our event. You will…”
Washington, DC
Motivational Speaker / Author
26 miles from Ashburn
1 Verified Booking Veronica B. said “Working with Mr. Freeman was a complete delight. He was professional and kept the audience energized and engaged.”
Offers Virtual Services
Washington, DC
Motivational Speaker / Author
26 miles from Ashburn
11 Verified Bookings Ruth N. said “Ari was prepared and on time for the event. He held the audiences attention and clearly expressed his message. His personality and excellent life experience…”
Offers Virtual Services
Washington, DC
Motivational Speaker / Author
26 miles from Ashburn
4 Verified Bookings Brian B. said “Charles spoke to our company on Zoom. He was highly engaging and and very motivating. It was a great way to spice up the day and I hope to implement many…”
Offers Virtual Services
Alexandria, VA
Storyteller / Author
28 miles from Ashburn
17 Verified Bookings Marisa K. said “Carol was an excellent performer and the kids loved being around her! Her portrayal of Ariel was great! Thank you very much, Carol!”
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Washington, DC
Motivational Speaker / Author
26 miles from Ashburn Richard G. said “In 1994 My mother died, I was 30 years old, no one could get me to release the Anger I had inside. After hearing Chad at a Company Sponsored Event on…”
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Washington, DC
Singer/Songwriter / Author
26 miles from Ashburn Angela Lynnette Bryant is an INTERNATIONAL INSPIRATIONAL SINGER/SONGWRITER/SPEAKER/COACH who's mission is "Uplifting Spirit, Inspiring Souls" for ANY…
Washington, DC
Motivational Speaker / Author
26 miles from Ashburn
1 Verified Booking Tracy Williams is a published Author, Life Coach and Inspirational Speaker with a compelling personal story that delivers goal setting techniques and moves the…
Alexandria, VA
Spoken Word Artist / Author
28 miles from Ashburn
1 Verified Booking Charlie Surida is passionate writer and spoken word artist. He has been a writer for 18 years and a Spoken word artist for 14 years. He's a published author of…
Oxon Hill, MD
Stand-Up Comedian / Author
31 miles from Ashburn
1 Verified Booking From MC to headliner. Clean, dirty, mainstream, Christian. HNIC of Project Rehabilitation nonprofit 5013C working with excons. Advocate multiple sclerosis, author,…
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An author brings more to the table than just a good book! These folks are often leaders in their field, industry, or topic of interest. Booking an author as a speaker allows them to give your audience education and insight to the topics of their book or about their field. The authors listed bring all kinds of topics to the table from children's literature and fiction novels to political and religious experts. No matter the subject of interest, you're sure to find an author to match your needs to give a great speech and possibly a book signing.
An insightful and articulate speaker at a corporate event can help individuals, groups, and companies to achieve their potential through a dynamic and insightful speech, seminar or consulting session. Authors/Speakers on GigSalad have written Children's Books, have been Bestselling Authors of Local Interest, Fiction, Religious, Political, Health and/or Nonfiction Titles. GigSalad has premier affordable motivational speakers available to speak to educate, inform, inspire and motivate.
When booking an Author to speak at your event, be sure you have your event details (date, time, location, topic, etc.) and budget lined up before you contact the Author. Next up, you should book well in advance. Some speakers are booked months or years in advance. However, in some situations you might be able to book less than 60 days in advance. Lastly, pay attention to detail in the contract. What are the traveling expenses? If the traveling expenses are too expensive, consider partnering with another organization to host the same speaker during the same time frame.
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