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Greater Talent Network, Inc. is a perennial leader in bringing audiences the world’s most dynamic speakers from business, politics, technology, entertainment, literature and sports. Each of the renowned faces on our roster has a remarkable story to tell and has chosen GTN to help them share it. That’s why for over 30 years our commitment to making your event a smashing success begins with guiding you every step of the way and ends with a standing ovation.
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info@greatertalent.com • www.greatertalent.com • 212 645 4200
Our Commitment to Excellence
Leading the Way for Over 30 Years
From the New York Times and the Wall Street Journal to Forbes and CNN,
At the heart of GTN for more than 30 years is CEO and Founder, Don R. Epstein.
Greater Talent Network has earned a national reputation as the most innovative
Don’s interest in the lecture industry began at the University of Florida when
speakers bureau in the industry. The network that we have built over three decades
he ran the entertainment division booking concerts and speakers for the
allows you, the meeting planner, unlimited access to a vast world of new ideas.
student body. After graduation, Don pursued his love of
Among our speakers are top names from the worlds of business, technology, entertainment, literature, politics and sports and they have all chosen GTN as their gateway to your audience. Our exclusive relationship with these fascinating
entertainment working for New Line Cinema and running their speakers division. Then in 1981 Don went out on his own to do what he does best and started Greater Talent Network.
storytellers is based on mutual creative energy. We work with them to develop
What began as a small, avant-garde agency, has grown into
exciting and informative presentations that consistently speak to the needs of
one of the country’s most prestigious networks of exclusive
your marketplace, providing the most captivating and engaging speeches for
talent, always at the forefront of their respective industries. Don’s ability to deliver
your event.
a unique mixture of the most prominent newsmakers, authors, entertainers and motivating personalities continues to captivate America’s top corporations, business associations and universities. He has also expanded the influence of
Discover The GTN Difference Our network of exclusive, cutting-edge talent offers you a wide range of the highest caliber speakers, supported by the industry’s largest and most experienced team of agents. Our agents average 15-20 years in the business,
the lecture circuit, utilizing it as a “proving ground” and launch pad for some of the most exciting new voices in broadcasting, literature and entertainment.
offering a combined 200 years of experience -- the highest in the industry. Their
Guiding You Every Step of the Way
passion for this business, combined with 24 hour logistics and support staff, will
From your first contact with GTN to the standing ovation that closes your
make planning your next event seamless, enjoyable and in the end, wonderfully
event, you will be in contact with the same agent who is dedicated to building a
memorable.
personal one-on-one relationship with you to discover, anticipate and
Whether you have a specific exclusive speaker in mind or are welcome to suggestions, our team will work with you to pinpoint the needs of your audience and find the perfect keynote lecturer to make your event an unprecedented success.
exceed your expectations. Supported by full-time travel assistance, event coordination and promotional departments, the service that each GTN agent provides your organization is the most personalized and comprehensive in the lecture industry. Our staff goes the extra mile, because we believe in the power of our speakers and their stories.
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Additional Services and Specialties As America’s leading celebrity speakers bureau, we also specialize in strategic celebrity partnerships to help you promote your company, endorse your product and strengthen your brand. We will work with you to design a program featuring the perfect celebrity spokesperson for your event, including: • PR Campaigns • National Tours • Press Conferences • Meet & Greets • Public Service Announcements • Live Broadcasts • Media Interviews • Web activities • Corporate Events • Advertising & Endorsements • Infomercials • Uses of name, comments and likeness • Lecture series • Conferences & Conventions • Debates & Panels
Don’t just take our word for it… “Greater Talent Network offers choices that read like a Who’s Who of business, entertainment and politics.” — The New York Times “Awesome! It was a real stress relief knowing that GTN was looking after things.” – Young Presidents’ Organization “A pure pleasure – very responsive, helpful, professional and charming.” – Harvard University “GTN went beyond my expectations. Very helpful and friendly. Very in touch with our program.” — Duke University “Extremely helpful and responded to all our timely requests” – Deloitte & Touche LLP “Great line up and awesome customer service.” – Greater New Haven NAACP “Best agency I ever worked with! Very detailed and concise.” – Elmhurst College
And Our Clients Say… “GTN is like the 4th child in the Tuohy Family! It has been one of the best decisions we have made and we know that they have our best interest in every situation that arises.” — Leigh Anne Tuohy “From the moment the deal is done till I arrive back in my house, every detail has been so well executed. I sleep well at night knowing GTN is taking care of me.” — Henry Winkler “GTN is the best in the business, truly caring about its speakers and truly respectful of its clients, with a firm belief in delivering value on both sides of the podium.” — P.J. O’Rourke
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