Laura Schwartz

Laura Schwartz

Keynote Speaker: Professional Emcee, Keynote Speaker & Television Commentator; Author of "Eat, Drink & Succeed"

Laura Schwartz Biography

Laura Schwartz’s story is impressive! She started as the youngest female presidential appointee in history, serving as White House Director of Events for President Bill Clinton. She went on to author the internationally acclaimed "Eat, Drink & Succeed," and today, she’s a sought-after speaker, emcee and television commentator —named one of “The 100 Most Influential People in the Global Event Industry” for 7 consecutive years 2019-2025.

THE WHITE HOUSE YEARS Schwartz served as White House Director of Events for the Clinton Administration, working directly with the President, First Lady, world leaders, and international business executives. She traveled the globe with the President, produced more than 1,000 events, including State arrival ceremonies and dinners, America’s Millennium Celebration, the UN Millennium Summit, and NATO’s 50th Anniversary demonstrating how powerful events can inspire a nation and the world. Arriving at the White House at just 19 years old, with no political connections, she rose through the ranks from Staff Assistant to Midwest Press Secretary, Director of Television, and ultimately, Director of Events.

LAURA’S BOOK: EAT, DRINK & SUCCEED In "Eat, Drink & Succeed," Schwartz reveals the secrets to building powerful, effective partnerships where we least expect them—whether in our companies, communities, chance encounters, or beyond. Drawing on personal stories from her White House years and global experiences, she shows how to harness the positive networking power of any conversation to spark opportunity and success.

PROFESSIONAL SPEAKER, EMCEE AND INTERVIEWER For 25 years, Schwartz has brought her empowering presentations to stages and screens worldwide, earning recognition for her dynamic keynotes and her role as mistress of ceremonies for multi-day conferences and events. Whether engaging 10 executives, energizing 10,000 attendees, or connecting virtually across continents, Schwartz captivates audiences with her expertise, enthusiasm, and positive energy. She has been entrusted as emcee by some of the world’s most prominent organizations, including HP, Microsoft, Hyundai, Boeing, Uber, AT&T, Infosys, Gilead, Regeneron, Raytheon, EY, Cartier, Elavon, Synchrony, BlackRock, Guardian Life, Hyatt, Hilton, the Oprah Winfrey Network, Macy’s, Realtor.com, Coldwell Banker, Berkshire Hathaway, Nielsen IQ, and more.

TELEVISION AND MEDIA COMMENTATOR Schwartz has been a prominent face on television worldwide since 2001, serving as an authoritative voice on current events, the American presidency, domestic and foreign affairs and the global economy. She is the American Contributor to Australia’s #1 morning program, the "Today" show, and, alongside her cast at ITV, earned the prestigious Drum Award for “Podcast of the Year” in 2021.

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Laura Schwartz Speaking Topics

Eat, Drink and Succeed

High energy and motivation you’ll remember and strategies you’ll use.

Laura Schwartz’s super-charged signature series is built on being prepared for partnership and turning the optional into opportunity. As she reminds audiences: “You never know when the next conversation will be the one to change your life-or someone else’s.”

Challenging traditional ideas of networking, Laura inspires audiences to ask “What can I do for you?” instead of the self- serving “What can you do for me?” She demonstrates how positive, powerful networking is about mentoring, leading, and building connections both inside and outside the office.

Customized to incorporate your conference programming and year-round engagement, Laura shares practical examples and actionable tips that increase results for every participant. When the event is over, these lessons carry back to the workplace—and into everyday life.

Eat, Drink & Succeed motivates, engages, and drives action. Whether a first-time attendee or seasoned veteran, every participant leaves empowered to transform conversations into opportunities, relationships into partnerships, and ideas into results.

Eat, Drink & Succeed inspires at: - Corporate and association conference kickoffs - Sales meetings - Employee engagement and culture-building programs - Innovation labs and strategy sessions - Professional development workshops and seminars - Team-building and professional growth initiatives - Leadership development programs

Activate Your Superpowers

Every Leader Has a Cape… It’s Time to Wear Yours!

From her start as a small-town girl with a speech impediment to becoming the youngest female presidential appointee in White House history -- and ultimately an international professional speaker and television commentator -- Laura Schwartz shares powerful, relatable stories of challenges and triumphs. Along the way, she reveals the superpowers we all develop throughout our lives.

Audiences will uncover the five universal superpowers within themselves, learn how to activate them, and discover additional powers unique to their own journeys. These tools serve as invaluable assets for building leadership, driving engagement, and sparking growth—at work, at home, and in our communities.

Compelling, motivational, and deeply personal, this program leaves every audience inspired and energized—ready to put on their cape and embrace the superhero within.

Activate your Superpowers is your cape for:

  • Corporate and association conferences
  • Innovation labs and strategy sessions
  • Employee engagement and culture-building programs
  • Women’s empowerment events
  • Professional development workshops and seminars
  • Leadership development programs
  • Team-building and professional growth initiatives

The Third Place

Transforming the stage into the Third Place: Part Experience, Part Revelation, and All Impact

At the heart of opportunity is the space where conversations come alive. In The Third Place, Laura Schwartz brings to life the concept coined by urban sociologists in 1989—those spaces beyond home and work where we gather, connect, and create.

On stage, Laura doesn’t just talk about Third Places—she creates one in real time with members of your audience. Through interactive engagement, compelling stories, and actionable strategies, she demonstrates how these spaces transform relationships into partnerships and ideas into reality.

Audiences discover the power of Third Places and the potential to have the conversation—the one that shifts perspectives, opens doors, and changes the game. They leave energized, inspired, and ready to activate their own Third Place, transforming everyday interactions into extraordinary opportunities for growth, collaboration, and success.

The Third Place comes alive at:

  • Corporate and association conferences
  • Innovation labs and strategy sessions
  • Employee engagement and culture-building programs
  • Women’s empowerment events
  • Professional development workshops and seminars
  • Leadership development programs
  • Team-building and professional growth initiatives

Lead First

A dynamic presentation on leadership that inspires in moments of triumph, turbulence, and transformation.

As any great leader will attest, leading in good times is easy—it’s in moments of turbulence and change that true leadership is revealed.

In this one-of-a-kind program, Laura Schwartz draws on little-known stories from more than 200 years of U.S. Presidents and First Ladies, weaving in her own White House experience to deliver non-partisan lessons that resonate with today’s organizations. She brings history to life with practical insights and powerful examples attendees can put into action immediately.

From the earliest White House inhabitants to defining moments of the Clinton administration, Laura shares stories that inspire and equip audiences with real-world leadership strategies they can apply daily— and carry back to their workplaces, communities, and beyond.

Lead First inspires leaders to rise at:

  • Women’s empowerment events
  • Corporate and association conferences
  • Professional development workshops and seminars
  • Innovation labs and strategy sessions
  • Leadership development programs
  • Team-building and professional growth initiatives
  • Employee engagement and culture-building programs

Laura Schwartz Videos

5min excerpt by Laura Schwartz on Being Present to Win
Excerpt from Laura Schwartz on "Networking"
LAURA SCHWARTZ LIVE EMCEE DEMO REEL 2023

How do I book Laura Schwartz to speak at my event?

Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Laura Schwartz for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Laura Schwartz, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Laura Schwartz or any other speaker of your choice.

How much does it cost to book Laura Schwartz for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Laura Schwartz, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Laura Schwartz are $50,000 - $100,000 for live events and $30,000 - $50,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Laura Schwartz, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

What topics does Laura Schwartz speak about?

Laura Schwartz is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Female Leadership, Women in Business, Host & Emcee, Motivational, Leadership, Political, Human Resources, DEI, Gender Equality, LGBTQ, Author, Personal Growth, Empowerment and Women's Empowerment.

Where does Laura Schwartz travel from?

Laura Schwartz generally travels from Chicago, IL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Laura Schwartz?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Laura Schwartz for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Laura Schwartz for your next private or corporate function.

What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Laura Schwartz or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.

Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.


Laura Schwartz is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Female Leadership, Women in Business and Host & Emcee. The estimated speaking fee range to book Laura Schwartz for live events is $50,000 - $100,000, and for virtual events $30,000 - $50,000. Laura Schwartz generally travels from Chicago, IL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Joan Michelson, Jodie Patterson and Carey Lohrenz. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Laura Schwartz for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 28/01/2026.

Laura Schwartz Speaking Topics

  • Eat, Drink and Succeed

    High energy and motivation you’ll remember and strategies you’ll use.

    Laura Schwartz’s super-charged signature series is built on being prepared for partnership and turning the optional into opportunity. As she reminds audiences: “You never know when the next conversation will be the one to change your life-or someone else’s.”

    Challenging traditional ideas of networking, Laura inspires audiences to ask “What can I do for you?” instead of the self- serving “What can you do for me?” She demonstrates how positive, powerful networking is about mentoring, leading, and building connections both inside and outside the office.

    Customized to incorporate your conference programming and year-round engagement, Laura shares practical examples and actionable tips that increase results for every participant. When the event is over, these lessons carry back to the workplace—and into everyday life.

    Eat, Drink & Succeed motivates, engages, and drives action. Whether a first-time attendee or seasoned veteran, every participant leaves empowered to transform conversations into opportunities, relationships into partnerships, and ideas into results.

    Eat, Drink & Succeed inspires at: - Corporate and association conference kickoffs - Sales meetings - Employee engagement and culture-building programs - Innovation labs and strategy sessions - Professional development workshops and seminars - Team-building and professional growth initiatives - Leadership development programs

  • Activate Your Superpowers

    Every Leader Has a Cape… It’s Time to Wear Yours!

    From her start as a small-town girl with a speech impediment to becoming the youngest female presidential appointee in White House history -- and ultimately an international professional speaker and television commentator -- Laura Schwartz shares powerful, relatable stories of challenges and triumphs. Along the way, she reveals the superpowers we all develop throughout our lives.

    Audiences will uncover the five universal superpowers within themselves, learn how to activate them, and discover additional powers unique to their own journeys. These tools serve as invaluable assets for building leadership, driving engagement, and sparking growth—at work, at home, and in our communities.

    Compelling, motivational, and deeply personal, this program leaves every audience inspired and energized—ready to put on their cape and embrace the superhero within.

    Activate your Superpowers is your cape for:

    • Corporate and association conferences
    • Innovation labs and strategy sessions
    • Employee engagement and culture-building programs
    • Women’s empowerment events
    • Professional development workshops and seminars
    • Leadership development programs
    • Team-building and professional growth initiatives

  • The Third Place

    Transforming the stage into the Third Place: Part Experience, Part Revelation, and All Impact

    At the heart of opportunity is the space where conversations come alive. In The Third Place, Laura Schwartz brings to life the concept coined by urban sociologists in 1989—those spaces beyond home and work where we gather, connect, and create.

    On stage, Laura doesn’t just talk about Third Places—she creates one in real time with members of your audience. Through interactive engagement, compelling stories, and actionable strategies, she demonstrates how these spaces transform relationships into partnerships and ideas into reality.

    Audiences discover the power of Third Places and the potential to have the conversation—the one that shifts perspectives, opens doors, and changes the game. They leave energized, inspired, and ready to activate their own Third Place, transforming everyday interactions into extraordinary opportunities for growth, collaboration, and success.

    The Third Place comes alive at:

    • Corporate and association conferences
    • Innovation labs and strategy sessions
    • Employee engagement and culture-building programs
    • Women’s empowerment events
    • Professional development workshops and seminars
    • Leadership development programs
    • Team-building and professional growth initiatives

  • Lead First

    A dynamic presentation on leadership that inspires in moments of triumph, turbulence, and transformation.

    As any great leader will attest, leading in good times is easy—it’s in moments of turbulence and change that true leadership is revealed.

    In this one-of-a-kind program, Laura Schwartz draws on little-known stories from more than 200 years of U.S. Presidents and First Ladies, weaving in her own White House experience to deliver non-partisan lessons that resonate with today’s organizations. She brings history to life with practical insights and powerful examples attendees can put into action immediately.

    From the earliest White House inhabitants to defining moments of the Clinton administration, Laura shares stories that inspire and equip audiences with real-world leadership strategies they can apply daily— and carry back to their workplaces, communities, and beyond.

    Lead First inspires leaders to rise at:

    • Women’s empowerment events
    • Corporate and association conferences
    • Professional development workshops and seminars
    • Innovation labs and strategy sessions
    • Leadership development programs
    • Team-building and professional growth initiatives
    • Employee engagement and culture-building programs

Laura Schwartz Videos

5min excerpt by Laura Schwartz on Being Present to Win
Excerpt from Laura Schwartz on "Networking"
LAURA SCHWARTZ LIVE EMCEE DEMO REEL 2023
Laura Schwartz Full Sizzle 2023 with Highlights
Laura Schwartz Short Form 2 minute Keynote Sizzle Reel 2023
  • How do I book Laura Schwartz to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Laura Schwartz for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Laura Schwartz, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Laura Schwartz or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Laura Schwartz for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Laura Schwartz, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Laura Schwartz are $50,000 - $100,000 for live events and $30,000 - $50,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Laura Schwartz, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Laura Schwartz speak about?

    Laura Schwartz is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Female Leadership, Women in Business, Host & Emcee, Motivational, Leadership, Political, Human Resources, DEI, Gender Equality, LGBTQ, Author, Personal Growth, Empowerment and Women's Empowerment.
  • Where does Laura Schwartz travel from?

    Laura Schwartz generally travels from Chicago, IL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Laura Schwartz?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Laura Schwartz for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Laura Schwartz for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Laura Schwartz or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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