About

Spoken Artists is a full-service lecture agency exclusively representing a select roster of keynote speakers.

At Spoken Artists, we’re redefining the keynote speaking circuit; catering to those who dare to be different. Simply put, expect the unexpected. In a sea of voices, we dive deeper; seeking out those rare speakers who don’t just talk, but connect. Bold, unconventional risk-takers who transform an event from ordinary to extraordinary.

Speakers who aren’t just heard, but remembered.

We are your partner in crafting meaningful engagements. With deep industry insight, obsessive attention to detail, and a relentless pursuit of the exceptional, we ensure events that resonate and disrupt, leaving audiences awestruck and hungry for more.

This is Spoken Artists; where astounding is standard.

Our Founder

“I am truly passionate about my work. For over a decade, I’ve had the privilege of representing some of the world’s most intriguing individuals, coordinating over 5,000 impactful speaking engagements. Now, I’m bringing my years of experience, resourcefulness, and boundless energy to Spoken Artists.

We’re not your average speakers’ bureau; we are a powerhouse dedicated to curating the perfect speaker for each client’s unique needs.

There’s an undeniable magic in the power of a captivating voice. At Spoken Artists, we aim to amplify that magic, delivering an unforgettable experience every time.”

Petar Josic
Founder & Managing Director

Who We Are

Kimberly Rohachuk

Agent

Hari Vemuri

Accounting

Laura Centofanti

Events

Connecting you with perfect speakers

A proven track record in the speaking industry

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15+

years of experience

5000+

speaking engagements booked

50+

exclusive artists

500 +

Virtual events

1 M

Inspired by our artists

Testimonials

Who We Are

"An amazing experience!"

“Maya Angelou said “when people show you who they are the first time, believe them”. From the very first time we met years ago Petar Josic and ever since you have shown me how real you are! Thank you for believing in yourself and persevering – good lesson for us all and for all the work Spoken Artists has done in making our events the successes they’ve become.”

Milena Trentadue
VP at Philip Morris International
"The hardest working, most creative."

“As a professional athlete working with major brands and media for the last 15 years, I can say that Spoken Artists (and Petar specifically) are the hardest working, most creative and professional partners I’ve been lucky enough to work with. From innovation to execution nothing is overlooked. My only complaint is that I can’t clone Petar because the world could use a few more of him.”

Melissa Arnot
World-Record Holding Mountaineer and Spoken Artists Speaker
"Incredibly responsive and attentive."

“Petar at Spoken Artists was incredibly responsive and attentive when we reached out for upcoming conference keynote speaker requests. His timely response with exciting options that specifically spoke to our attendees’ unique interests was fantastic!”

Melissa Loose
Training & Development Manager National Funeral Directors Association
"Our go-go speaker agency."

“It’s quite simple. Anytime we are in the market for keynote speakers, we call Spoken Artists.  Our longstanding relationship with Petar Josic and his team has made this part of the planning process as simple as possible for me.  We recommend his services to any planner looking to truly take their event to the next level.”

Carrie Huang
Event Lead, Customer Experience at TC Energy
"Always knock it out of the park!"

“It has been such a great experience working with Spoken Artists. Their attention to detail, genuine care for me (and our clients), and their commitment to making every booking an absolute home-run has really allowed me to settle into what I do best – because I know they’re going above and beyond with everything else.  It’s a great feeling to have this level of support!”

Shaun Boothe
Spoken Artists Speaker & Creator, The Unauthorized Biography Series
"Incredible!"

“Incredible. Everything about the Spoken Artists team is just that. I am so thankful I was introduced to them about 6 years ago. Petar has helped take the guess work and the sourcing out of the speakers so I can focus on the fundamentals of the event. I trust them and they always deliver on this very important, and impactful piece of all of my conferences and events. I only wish I found them sooner.”

Aislinn Shanahan
Global Event Manager, CrowdRiff
"Perfectly attuned."

“Petar’s commitment to excellence and impressive speaker roster is second to none. Perfectly attuned to our culture and goals, inspiration echoes to this day.”

Sarah McCarten
Director, Client Success at Livewire Communications
Speakers

Born to inspire

Spoken Artists offers dynamic and invigorating storytelling from our network of fascinating speakers.Whether you want to inspire, motivate, educate, or innovate, book the best with Spoken Artists.

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Celebrating @kimberlydawn_again

Our Senior Agent is an industry pro. With her background as a former #eventprof, Kimberly understands exactly how her clients think about their conference programming and helps planners visualize new and exciting ways that our speakers can fire up their audiences. 

When she's not making sparks fly at SA, Kimberly can be found obsessing over Daniel Ricciardo and RB Racing, fishing in her belly boat, creating custom art, or hugging trees during her hikes throughout Canada's West Coast. 

Kimberly doesn't settle for average and is continuously pushing the levers toward innovation, looking to explore the way things can be versus the way things have always been.

Join us in celebrating Kimberly!
This #iwd2024, we celebrate the women of Spoken Artists and our partners who continuously strive for equality. 

Join us this month as we share empowering stories from our speakers, highlighting the voices that inspire a more inclusive future.
Now Representing @iamjonathantorrens

While you may recognize him for his time as host of such popular Canadian television shows as “Jonovision” and “Street Cents,” it was his iconic role as J Roc in “The Trailer Park Boys” that bore him his mantra: “Just rock it.”

The genesis of this motto? A cane, his constant companion during the first season of the hit mocumentary. Initially hesitant to accept the J Roc role while recovering from a debilitating car accident, Jonathan saw the cane not just as a crutch but as a symbol of vulnerability. Yet, from this perceived weakness, he unearthed a superpower: the ability to embrace imperfections and turn them into strengths.
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#speaker #motivation #keynote #eventprofs
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Stacey Allaster is an internationally renowned sports and entertainment leader, champion of equality, and trailblazer in the sport of tennis.

Currently, Stacey is the United States Tennis Association’s Chief Executive, Professional Tennis & US Open Tournament Director responsible for setting the strategic vision and growth strategy for the US Open and for the USTA’s professional tennis division. With her appointment to the role of Tournament Director in June 2020, Stacey became the first-ever female tournament director in the organization’s 140-year history.

Additionally, she has been named by Forbes as one of the most powerful women in sport and a 50 over 50 Visionary and most recently the Billie Jean King Leadership award. 

Having navigated unprecedented challenges in the C-Suite throughout her years in professional sport, Stacey shares powerful stories that recognize the difficult parts of life and work and provides organizations and teams with concrete examples on how to emerge more resilient than before.
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#leadership #keynotespeaker #equality #eventprofs
On this Valentine's Day, don't worry about a thing. Every little thing is gonna be alright. 
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#somevoicesareforever #onelove #togetherness #unity
We love challenging the status quo here at SA which is why we're stoked to welcome Joe O'Connor to our roster of exclusive speakers.

Joe is the CEO and Co-founder of Work Time Reduction Center of Excellence, a consulting and research organization that specializes in reduced-hour, outcomes-focused work models.

By bucking the conventional nine-to-five structure and advocating for a shorter work week, Joe O’Connor emphasizes the critical role of mastering time, attention, and energy for heightened productivity.

In his talks, Joe explores the connection between a reduced working time, employee morale, and the overall success of an organization. As companies across the globe rush to adapt to the changing needs and expectations of their workforce, Joe’s insights provide valuable lessons on how to create professional environments that will not only flourish today, but also lay the groundwork for a viable and satisfying future of work.

For more information about Joe and his work, check out the link in our bio.
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#fourdayworkweek #futureofwork #culture #keynotespeaker #productivity #efficiency
Exciting news! We are thrilled to announce that our Founder, Petar Josic, will be a judge for North America's largest inspirational speaking competition, Speaker Slam®!

The theme being judged is Reinvention, which is perfect because Reinvention is one of the words that has always defined Spoken Artists.

This also presents a wonderful opportunity to give back and continue to help shape the exciting future of the speaking industry.

We can't wait to hear the powerful stories of the speakers who will take the stage on January 30th!

10 speakers will go head-to-head and heart-to-heart to inspire you with their 5-minute speeches. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗶𝘃𝗲 $2000 cash and 𝗮 𝗽𝗿𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝘃𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝘁 𝘂𝗽 𝘁𝗼 $𝟭𝟬,𝟬𝟬𝟬 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝘁𝗲 at the Inspirational Speaking Finals for the title of 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿.

Speaker Slam® is a platform that unites speakers from around the world, creating a community of support, growth, and inspiration. We are excited to be part of an event that spreads positivity and hope through community.

Join us on January 30th in downtown Toronto at Lula Lounge, or tune in online via the live stream. Get your tickets at https://www.speakerslam.org/events or click the link in @SpeakerSlam's bio.

Attending Speaker Slam® events is an excellent way to gain new perspectives, build meaningful connections, and get inspired to take action in your own life. We cannot wait to witness the powerful messages that will be shared during this competition.
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#SpeakerSlam #Reinvention #TorontoEvents #TorontoEntertainment #TorontoThingsToDo #TorontoCulture #TorontoArts
Happy New Year!

We are continuously inspired by our speakers and the impact they make on people's lives.

So here's to a year of creativity, connection, community, and boldly creating a better tomorrow together. 

Feat. @shaunboothe
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#keynotespeaker #inspiration #creativity #connection #community #eventprofs
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