Merrie Spaeth

Merrie Spaeth

Keynote Speaker: Founder of Spaeth Communications, Former White House Director, Strategic Communication Expert

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Merrie Spaeth Biography

Merrie Spaeth possesses a diverse background in media, government, politics, business, and entertainment. Recognized as a leading expert in communication theory and executive training, she offers insights into strategic communication and crisis management. Spaeth is the President and Founder of Spaeth Communications, Inc., established in 1987 in Dallas, which specializes in communication training and consulting for various companies and institutions.

Spaeth's government service includes roles as a White House Fellow assigned to FBI Director William Webster and director of public affairs at the Federal Trade Commission. In 1983, President Ronald Reagan appointed her as director of media relations at the White House, where she played a pivotal role in introducing satellite communications, transforming media relations through the electronic White House News Service. Her expertise extends to producing for ABC's "20/20" and serving as a speechwriter for William S. Paley, the founder and chairman of CBS.

In addition to her significant consulting and training work, Spaeth actively educates on communication as a strategic business tool through her role at the Business Leadership Center of Southern Methodist University’s Cox School of Business. Her publications include "Marketplace Communication" and "Words Matter," collections of her insightful columns. Her latest book, "You Don’t Say!", further explores effective communication strategies. Spaeth regularly speaks on topics like leveraging humor as a leadership tool and the importance of storytelling in influencing others.

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Merrie Spaeth Videos

Be Careful What You Tweet
IABC Dallas Luncheon Highlights, Merrie Spaeth, March 8, 2011
SMU Cox BLC Communications Skills with Merrie Spaeth

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What topics does Merrie Spaeth speak about?

Merrie Spaeth is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business, Sales, Communication, Journalist, Football, Athlete, Sports and Marketing.

Where does Merrie Spaeth travel from?

Merrie Spaeth generally travels from Texas, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Merrie Spaeth?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Merrie Spaeth 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 Merrie Spaeth for your next private or corporate function.

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Merrie Spaeth is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Business, Sales and Communication. The estimated speaking fee range to book Merrie Spaeth for live events is $10,000 - $20,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Merrie Spaeth generally travels from Texas, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Curt Warner, Jim Nantz and Raymont Harris. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Merrie Spaeth for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 19/03/2025.

Merrie Spaeth Videos

Be Careful What You Tweet
IABC Dallas Luncheon Highlights, Merrie Spaeth, March 8, 2011
SMU Cox BLC Communications Skills with Merrie Spaeth
  • How do I book Merrie Spaeth to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Merrie Spaeth 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 Merrie Spaeth, 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 Merrie Spaeth or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Merrie Spaeth for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Merrie Spaeth, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Merrie Spaeth, 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 Merrie Spaeth speak about?

    Merrie Spaeth is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business, Sales, Communication, Journalist, Football, Athlete, Sports and Marketing.
  • Where does Merrie Spaeth travel from?

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

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Merrie Spaeth 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 Merrie Spaeth 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 Merrie Spaeth 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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