We've booked the same type of speaker for years, can you suggest someone new we haven't considered?

Raise the Bar adds new speakers to the roster every month, so there's almost always a fresh option that still lands the message your business needs. A new voice with the right content often drives stronger engagement and audience recall than a familiar face repeating a familiar talk.

This speaker's new to your site, have they actually done this before or are they new to speaking altogether?

Being new to the Raise the Bar roster doesn't mean new to the stage. Most newly added speakers have years of professional speaking experience elsewhere, so you get proven delivery without the risk of an untested speaker.

How do we know a new speaker will land with our audience if there's no track record with you yet?

Every new speaker is vetted by Raise the Bar before joining the roster, including reference checks and previous delivery footage where available, so your investment isn't a gamble. We'll talk you through their background honestly before you commit.

Is it risky booking someone newer, or should we just stick with a name we know?

A newer speaker matched properly to your brief carries less risk to your event budget than a well known name booked for the wrong reason. Fit against your business objectives matters more than fame when it comes to getting a return on the booking.

Can new speakers command the same fee as your established names?

New speakers are usually more cost effective than established names, since fees are driven by demand and profile rather than experience alone. This makes new speakers a strong option for organisations that want strong impact without stretching the events budget.

We want someone our competitors haven't already used, do you have anyone like that?

Yes, Raise the Bar can prioritise newly added speakers who are less frequently booked in your specific sector. A speaker your competitors haven't already used helps your event stand out and reinforces your organisation's reputation for bringing in fresh thinking.

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