GDA Speakers

AI is changing business but human connection remains our greatest advantage. GDA Founder & President Gail Davis joins @AdamMarkel to discuss empathetic leadership, tough decisions, and leading through disruption. Listen to the episode: bit.ly/4zeOghq

6 years on the brink of bankruptcy to over 2 BILLION downloads! Shazam founder Chris Barton knows a thing or two about overcoming the impossible and shares three powerful ways to unlock your next big breakthrough. Listen to the episode: bit.ly/4eqmZAi #Podcast

We loved welcoming Jamie Metzl, a longtime GDA favorite, to our office in Dallas today! His big-picture perspective sheds an optimistic light on the future of industries, companies, and individuals - helping audiences understand where they fit in a rapidly changing world!

The story doesn't end with survival. On December 18, Netflix premieres Beyond Society, exploring life after the 1972 Andes rescue. GDA's exclusive speaker Nando Parrado lived it, and his story continues to inspire. Watch the teaser: bit.ly/3WO5rbh

Shazam founder Chris Barton was told his idea was impossible - then came six straight years on the brink of bankruptcy before Shazam became a global success. Chris shares how to challenge assumptions & turn seemingly impossible ideas into reality: bit.ly/4eqmZAi #Podcast

The holiday rush is coming - don't let your speaker search get lost in the shuffle! Between packed calendars and year-end priorities, speaker decisions can easily lose momentum. Our latest Event Planner Strategies & Secrets shares 4 ways to stay on track: bit.ly/4sdPSFr

From running a global business to interviewing hundreds of leaders, Danny Goldberg has learned a LOT about what makes teams successful! We loved having him at GDA today to share his insights on taking teams to the next level!

A first in Nordic Business Forum history!👏GDA’s Nando Parrado earned the ONLY standing ovation in the event’s 10-year history, among a star-studded lineup including Oprah Winfrey!🎥Watch his keynote: bit.ly/4zwFxab #NandoParrado #NBForum2026

Your next SKO deserves more than motivation! Give your sales team the winning edge with speakers that bring fresh energy, actionable strategies, and ideas that drive performance long after kickoff. Meet your next speaker: bit.ly/3UiG28V #SalesKickoff #SKO #Sales

Finding your flow is the key to unlocking your full potential! We loved welcoming Diane Allen to the GDA office where she taught us how to tap into your flow state. She even guided us through a meditation with her violin - affectionately named The Copper Dragon! Thank you, Diane!

What can businesses learn from athletes? Molly Fletcher shares what the sports world gets right about consistent feedback, intentional recovery, and embracing change—and how all three can help you perform at a higher level. Catch the full conversation: bit.ly/4hpgO1t

Performing at your highest level starts with a different approach. @MollyFletcher shares what her years in the sports world taught her about creating your own scoreboard to perform at your best. Listen to ep. 48 of Backstage Pass: bit.ly/4hpgO1t #Podcast

Big name or big idea? Both can create incredible impact - but knowing when to choose each according to your event goals can make all the difference. Read our latest Event Planner Strategies & Secrets: bit.ly/47iLKuc #EventPlanning #EventProfs #KeynoteSpeakers

Making “Moments that Matter” at the GDA office today with Nolan Nichols! We loved having Nolan spend time with the team and share how he’s helping organizations create meaningful experiences that drive lasting results. #leadership #keynotespeaker #storytelling #navigatingchange

What does it take to maximize your success? Carla Harris shares hard-earned lessons from more than three decades on Wall Street and the insights she’s gained along the way in ep. 47 of Backstage Pass. Listen to the episode: bit.ly/4r4KT9P #Podcast #Leadership #Success

We’re hiring at GDA Speakers! If you have corporate accounting experience and are ready for a more flexible, fast-paced environment in the exciting events industry, we’d love to hear from you! Check out the full job listing and email [email protected] - bit.ly/3UWdbqU

What does it take to thrive in today’s workplace? Carla Harris shares her playbook for navigating change, building powerful relationships, leading with intention, and maximizing your success in ep. 47 of Backstage Pass. Listen here: bit.ly/4r4KT9P #Podcast #Leadership

Don't just navigate change - lead through it! Meet the speakers helping leaders and teams adapt, stay resilient, and turn rapid change into forward momentum: bit.ly/4hiaBnM #Leadership #ChangeManagement #FutureOfWork #EventProfs #KeynoteSpeaker

Trust takes years to build and one tough moment to put it to the test. Gail Davis has learned that the strongest client relationships are built through honesty, trust, and how you show up. Read Gail’s latest blog: bit.ly/3VaOjeZ #ClientRelationships #Trust #EventProfs

A perfect speaker match to your theme can be a win. But sometimes, the speaker who makes the biggest impact is the one your audience needs most in that moment. Read this month’s Event Planner Strategies & Secrets: bit.ly/4xWbjfS #EventPlanning #EventProfs #KeynoteSpeaker