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a world-class lecture agency. For the last eighteen years we have provided top-tier speakers and nationally-recognized entertainment acts to events all over the world.

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an award-winning production house. Our video and production departments provide professionally managed events, from state-of-the-art lights, sound, stage construction, and show management, to cutting-edge media products.

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the nation's most progressive event design firm. Our experiential event design experts conduct workshops and event evaluations to improve attendance, engagement, and return on investment. Leading Authorities combines our event design and production capabilities with our proven track-record of booking the best speakers and entertainers to help our clients achieve their strategic objectives-building their brands, improving new customer acquisition, strengthening customer loyalty, and increasing event ROI. We do this by designing and delivering meetings and events that exceed audience expectations and move them to action. From script to screen, from concept to closing day, Leading Authorities ensures every detail is handled professionally and leaves all the surprises for your audience.

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.

LAI Welcomes New Director of Entertainment, Fred Suss
Leading Authorities, Inc. is proud to introduce Fred Suss as our new director of entertainment. With years of experience booking some of the biggest entertainment acts in the world, Suss brings his decades of long-standing relationships with talent managers worldwide...
Chuck Todd and David Gregory Climb the Ranks at NBC News
After a season of stellar election coverage, two up-and-coming journalists take on new responsibilities at NBC News.
Leading Authorities has moved!
Leading Authorities' new home is at 1990 M Street in downtown Washington, DC. Our new office features a talent lab dedicated to business development, an interactive event design lab, and state-of-the-art production facilities.
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...