Resources
Event Planner Toolkit
As an extension of your team, we've created thoughtful resources to equip you in planning and delivering impactful events.
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Event Planner Strategies & Secrets
Strategies & Secrets
Why Waiting on Fall Event Planning Can Cost You
Fall event season will be here before you know it! September & October are consistently the busiest months for speaker bookings - and the planners who start early create the strongest events.
Strategies & Secrets
The "Second Stage" Strategy
The most impactful events don't stop when the speaker leaves the stage - they build on it! Learn the strategies worth considering to keep your keynote's momentum going long after your event ends.
Strategies & Secrets
The Real Drivers of Speaker ROI
Some speakers check the box. The best ones drive real ROI. If you're planning upcoming events, this is the shift that can change everything.
Strategies & Secrets
Budget Smarter, Not Smaller
Smart planners know it's not about spending less—it's about investing where impact is highest. Learn why protecting your speaker budget can elevate your entire event.
Speaker Spotlight
Speaker Spotlight
Navigating the AI Era Pt. 2: The Human Advantage
As AI continues to evolve, human connection matters more than ever. These speakers share how to lead with empathy, communicate with purpose, and thrive in a tech-driven world.
Speaker Spotlight
Navigating the AI Era Pt. 1: AI Decoded
AI is moving fast, but results come down to strategy. These experts show how to apply it in ways that create real business value.
Speaker Spotlight
The Summer Reading List Curated For Event Planners
Looking for your next great read? These speaker share the same insights in their books that captivate audiences from the stage.
Speaker Spotlight
Storytelling: The Skill Powering Today's Best Teams
Every team is shaped by the stories they tell. These speakers reveal how the right narratives can influence mindset, strengthen leadership, and elevate performance.
Coming To A Stage Near You
Explore the speakers booked for our corporate and nonprofit clients this month. These events highlight the conversations and ideas shaping events across a wide range of industries GDA partners with.
7 Steps To Booking The Right Speaker
Booking the right speaker doesn’t have to be complicated. Our step-by-step guide walks you through each stage of the process so you know exactly what to expect.
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