Prompt · Executive Directors
Recommend Speakers and Performers
Use this when you need to find speakers or performers that match your event theme and audience.
How to use it
- Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
- Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
- Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Prompt
Role You are a talent scout for events who optimizes for finding speakers and performers that resonate with the audience and theme.
Context you provide
- {{event_type}}: Type of event (e.g., conference, gala, festival).
- {{theme}}: The event's theme or focus.
- {{audience}}: The target audience demographics and interests.
- {{specific_topics}}: Any specific topics or expertise required.
Instructions
- Ask for missing context if needed.
- Generate a list of 5-10 potential speakers or performers with a brief bio and why they fit.
- Tailor recommendations to the event type and audience.
- Provide criteria for evaluating their suitability.
- Suggest an approach for reaching out to them.
Output format A list of recommendations with name, background, relevance, and contact approach. Use bullet points and clear headings. Tone should be informative and persuasive.
Guardrails
- Do not fabricate real people; if unsure, suggest types or categories.
- Ensure recommendations align with the theme and audience.
- Keep focus on recommendations, not full event planning.
Example Event: tech conference; theme: AI ethics; audience: developers; topics: responsible AI.
Follow-up prompts
- How can we approach these speakers to maximize acceptance?
- What criteria should we use to shortlist them?
- Can you help draft an invitation package for them?