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About Leading Authorities

Leading Authorities is one of the nation’s most prominent speakers bureaus, with unique capabilities in lecture representation, media and event production, and entertainment. Our mission is to help organizations create powerful meeting experiences and messages using world class talent, entertainment and creative media. Based in Washington, D.C., Leading Authorities boasts offices across the United States as well as brokering relationships with other leading companies worldwide.

The company is privately held and was founded by Mark French, a former association executive and banking veteran. Since its founding in December 1990, the company has vaulted to the top ranks of the speaking industry and carved out a reputation for innovation, proactive marketing, and exceptional service. Click here to read more about our services.

Leading Authorities Announces New Executive Vice President, Don Neal
Leading Authorities, Inc. (LAI) has named veteran marketer and business strategist Don Neal to the new position of executive vice president. LAI has seen rapid growth since its inception in 1992 and this newest addition is intended to help position the company for ne...
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New Exclusive: Trent Lott, Former Senate Majority Leader
Leading Authorities is proud to announce its exclusive representation of former Senate Majority Leader Trent Lott. As an expert in domestic policy, international affairs, and...
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New Exclusive: Dawn Hudson, Former Pepsi Cola North America President and CEO
Arguably the most important female marketer in sports, Dawn Hudson served as the keeper of keys to a deep marketing arsenal. Hudson was responsible for all functions of the organ...
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New Exclusive: Dana Milbank, Washington Post Staff Writer
Leading Authorities is proud to welcome new exclusive speaker Dana Milbank to our growing roster of the most prolific and respected pundits in the country. Part muck-raker, all journalist, Milbank never simply regurgitates the facts. The Washington Post staf...
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