Markman Speaker Management, LLC

Markman Speaker Management, LLC operates at the intersection of public relations, communications, and professional speaking services. Founded in 1994 and headquartered at 20 Chestnut St in Needham, Massachusetts, United States, the firm has spent over three decades helping individuals and organizations elevate their visibility through strategic speaking engagements. Unlike a traditional PR agency, Markman Speaker Management, LLC focuses specifically on the speaker ecosystem—identifying opportunities, preparing talent, and connecting speakers with audiences that matter.

Core Services and Specialties

Markman Speaker Management, LLC offers three distinct lines of business that together cover the full lifecycle of professional speaking. The firm's Speakers Bureau provides access to more than 60 keynote and featured speakers for corporate, association, and nonprofit events. This service is designed for meeting planners and event organizers seeking vetted, experienced speakers who can deliver impact. Additionally, the firm offers a customized One-On-One Coaching service tailored for speakers, consultants, lawyers, and other professionals who want to refine their messaging and delivery. The Executive Visibility Speaker Program is a 12-month engagement aimed at company executives and principals who want to create sustained exposure through speaking. This program is particularly relevant for PR and communications professionals responsible for securing speaking opportunities for their clients or company leaders.

• Speaker identification and placement for corporate and association events
• One-on-one speaker coaching for individuals and small groups
• Executive visibility programs (12-month structured engagements)
• Half-day custom advisory workshops ("Speak to Get More Business")
• Staff training for PR and marketing teams on securing speaking engagements
• Virtual and in-person customized programs for consultants, CEOs, and entrepreneurs

Methodology and Approach

Led by Steve Markman, who brings over 30 years of experience in the conference, event, and speaker business, the firm takes a consultative approach. Rather than simply matching speakers to events, Markman Speaker Management, LLC emphasizes preparation and strategy. The coaching service, for example, helps individuals learn the techniques and tactics to obtain speaking engagements for themselves or their firms as a strategy to increase visibility. The firm's Custom Advisory Service, called "Speak to Get More Business," offers advice and training in a half-day format—available virtually or in-person—for both individuals and company staff. This methodology is particularly suited for consultants, CEOs, executives, entrepreneurs, and speakers who want to use speaking as a deliberate marketing tool rather than a one-off opportunity.

Location and Client Fit

Based in Needham, Massachusetts, Markman Speaker Management, LLC serves clients across the United States and beyond. The firm's proximity to Boston gives it access to a dense network of corporate headquarters, universities, and professional associations, though its services are delivered nationally. This agency is a strong fit for PR and communications teams that want to integrate speaker programs into their broader visibility strategies, as well as for individual professionals—such as lawyers, consultants, and executives—who recognize that speaking engagements can build credibility and generate business. It is also well-suited for associations and companies that need reliable, pre-vetted speakers for their events. The firm can be reached at [email protected] or 781-444-7500.