Real Leaders Top 50 Keynote Speakers – List

World’s Top 50 Keynote Speakers for 2024

Looking for the perfect top keynote speakers to inspire your audience and transform your next event? Real Leaders has curated the definitive list of the most influential motivational speakers, business thinkers, and leadership experts for 2024. Our list features the voices shaping today’s conversations on innovation, peak performance, and positive change.

Our 2024 List of Premier Keynote Speakers

Discover the world’s top speakers and find the right voice to electrify your conference, leadership summit, or corporate gathering.

1. Tony Robbins

“The only limit to your impact is your imagination and commitment.”
A leading life and business strategist, Tony Robbins has empowered over 50 million people worldwide through his audio programs and live seminars.
[Meet Tony]

2. Simon Sinek

“If you want to feel happy, do something for yourself. If you want to feel fulfilled, do something for someone else.”
An unshakable optimist and bestselling author, Simon Sinek is famous for his TEDx talk on “The Golden Circle” and the concept of Start With Why.
[Meet Simon]

3. Brené Brown

“I don’t have to chase extraordinary moments to find happiness – it’s right in front of me.”
A research professor and storyteller, Brené Brown studies courage, vulnerability, and shame. She is the author of six #1 New York Times bestsellers.
[Meet Brené]

4. Gary Vaynerchuk

“Legacy is greater than currency.”
Known as “Gary Vee,” he is a forward-thinking entrepreneur and a leading mind on culture, marketing, and consumer behavior.
[Meet Gary]

5. Ed Mylett

“When you truly have love in an environment, respect follows.”
One of the world’s top peak performance experts, Ed Mylett is the fastest-growing business personality in the history of social media.
[Meet Ed]

6. Jane Goodall

“It isn’t only human beings who have personality, who are capable of rational thought and emotions like joy and sorrow.”
A renowned primatologist and anthropologist, Dr. Goodall is the world’s foremost expert on chimpanzees and a global conservation leader.
[Meet Jane]

7. Jay Shetty

“Instead of believing in your limitations, start believing in yourself.”
A former monk, award-winning host, and storyteller, Jay Shetty creates wisdom content that has inspired millions around the globe.
[Meet Jay]

8. Grant Cardone

“I am going to become great by making everyone 10X greater.”
The #1 sales trainer in the world, Grant Cardone is a top entrepreneur and New York Times bestselling author.
[Meet Grant]

9. Tim Ferriss

“A person’s success in life can usually be measured by the number of uncomfortable conversations he or she is willing to have.”
An entrepreneur and bestselling author of the “4-Hour” series, Tim Ferriss is a lifestyle guru and prolific investor.
[Meet Tim]

10. Lewis Howes

“True greatness is not self serving. It means impacting others.”
A New York Times bestselling author and business coach, Lewis Howes is a former professional athlete driven by helping others overcome challenges.
[Meet Lewis]

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Ones to Watch: Rising Voices

Beyond our main list of top keynote speakers, we also track emerging talent. Our “Ones to Watch” list features the next generation of influential voices who are breaking new ground in technology, social justice, and environmental advocacy. Keep an eye on these rising stars in the speaking world.

How to Choose the Right Keynote Speaker

Hiring the right speaker is crucial for your event’s success. The best keynote speaker list is more than just names; it’s a resource. Consider your audience’s needs, your event’s theme, and the specific outcomes you desire. Do you need a motivational speaker to boost morale, a business speaker to teach strategy, or a leadership speaker to inspire change? Use this list as your starting point to find the perfect match.