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Inside the Ultimate WOW Experience

What turns an event into a true WOW experience? Gail Davis shares her experience being onsite at an unforgettable event in Amarillo, TX, where powerful performances, meaningful community impact, and unexpected moments came together in a way attendees will never forget.

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GDA Industry Insights

The Secret to Long-Term Client Relationships

The strongest client relationships aren't built when everything goes perfectly. They're built through trust, honest conversations, and how you work together when things don't go according to plan. Gail Davis shares lessons from decades of client partnerships and why trust is one of the most valuable things a business can earn.

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GDA Industry Insights

How We Stack Up in the Age of AI

Gail Davis shares how GDA Speakers is embracing AI while staying true to what has always set us apart: relationships, experience, and personalized service that helps event planners make confident decisions.

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GDA Technology

Your GDA Advantage: Our Client Portal & Polling Feature

At GDA Speakers, we believe event planning should be empowering—not exhausting. Over the years, we've embraced technology not just to keep up with change, but to stay ahead of your needs. Gail Davis dives into how our exclusive GDA Client Portal and polling feature were built to support you with transparency, efficiency, and heart.

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Trending Speakers

Secrets to a Speaker's Overnight Success

From piano-lugging road trips to commanding global stages, Felipe Gomez's speaker journey is a masterclass in grit and grace. Gail Davis reflects on what makes his story so special - and why supporting emerging talent isn't just smart for speakers, it's a win for clients, too.

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Trending Speakers

Celebrating John O'Leary: A Gold Star Speaker & an Inspiring Journey

GDA is thrilled to welcome John O'Leary into our Gold Star Speaker family, celebrating his incredible impact with 40+ bookings! And 2025 brings even more excitement—John's powerful story is headed to the big screen in a major motion picture - read the blog to learn more.

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GDA Industry Insights

The Evolution of DEI: A Shift Toward Personal Culture

DEI as a term may be shifting, but the essence of the work will continue. In this month's blog, Gail Davis shares insights on how DEI is transforming into something more nuanced and lasting.

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GDA Industry Insights

The Future of Event Planning: Trends and Tips for a Seamless Experience

Planning events is always a dynamic process, and staying ahead of trends can make all the difference. In this month's blog, Gail Davis shares insights on key trends event planners can anticipate as we move into the new year.

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GDA History

Celebrating Nando Parrado: A Journey of Friendship, Impact, and Inspiration

Today, on Nando Parrado's birthday, Gail reflects on the incredible journey they have shared.

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GDA History

Celebrating 25 Years Part 9: Providing Value Through Decoding the Speaking Industry

GDA Speakers takes pride in providing value to our clients by demystifying how the professional speaking industry works. In her newest blog, Gail Davis breaks down some of the common jargon you might encounter when booking a speaker.

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