About Tool

SpeakUp is designed to bridge the gap between speakers and those seeking expertise whether for podcasts, panels, events or media appearances. It offers a searchable marketplace where speakers build profiles with topics, experience and videos, and organisers can post opportunities or browse for talent. With AI-driven matching and built-in communication tools, this platform eliminates traditional agent fees and reduces friction in booking. For speakers it provides exposure to a global audience, and for organisers it simplifies the process of finding credible voices quickly.

Key Features

• AI-driven matching of speakers and event/media opportunities
• Speaker profiles with topic tags, experience, reviews and video samples
• Organiser dashboard: save favourites, manage invites, view analytics
• Built-in chat system for direct communication between speakers and organisers
• Commission-free for organisers with fee details transparent for speakers
• Mobile apps (iOS & Android) for on-the-go access and notifications

Pros:

• Helps speakers gain exposure and bookings without needing an agent
• Makes finding credible speakers faster and more efficient for organisers
• Built-in communication and analytics centralise the process in one platform
• Global reach with the ability to access international events and media

Cons:

• Speakers still need to actively market themselves and respond promptly to invites
• Organisers may find fewer niche-topic speakers compared to traditional agencies
• Event or media opportunities can be competitive as platform grows

Who is Using?

SpeakUp is ideal for event planners, podcast hosts, journalists, corporate teams looking for expert speakers, and authors, consultants or professionals who want to get booked and build their speaking brand. It’s useful for freelancers and experts wanting to scale bookings and for organisations seeking a broad pool of talent without agency markup.

Pricing

The platform is free for organisers to search and book speakers, with no agency fees in many cases. Speakers may pay for premium visibility or features (depending on plan) and may incur a commission (e.g., 10-20%) on bookings. Subscription details and tiers should be reviewed to understand feature access and fees.

What Makes It Unique?

SpeakUp stands out because it removes traditional agency overhead and allows direct connection between speakers and organisers via AI matching. The all-in-one marketplace, with built-in profiles, analytics and chat, gives it an edge over older speaker-bureau models, especially for global, digital-first events.

How We Rated It

• Ease of Use: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5)
• Features: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5)
• Value for Money: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5)
• Overall Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4.0/5)

If you’re an expert looking to expand your speaking engagements or an organiser seeking credible voices fast and globally, SpeakUp offers a streamlined and efficient solution. It’s particularly beneficial for those embracing digital/virtual events and podcasts where speed and visibility matter. While it doesn’t replace all the benefits of a large traditional agency for very big events, for many users it provides excellent value and control.