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Dedicated Support for Colleges and Universities

Worldwide Speakers Group is a leading global professional services firm providing solutions in the global lecture industry. Education is one of our favorite verticals, and we have dedicated sales agents who are regularly in contact with the different types of speakers that colleges want. These include academic thought leaders, pop culture figures, entertainers, scientists, journalists, athletes, activists, and more.

Furthermore, our team is familiar with the unique challenges faced by college event planners. Whether you are a campus programming advisor, student programmer, administrator, or a professor planning an event for your students and faculty, we make the process of securing and hosting a speaker as seamless and successful as possible.

With WWSG at your side, you’re looking at many successful events that create positive lasting impacts on audiences.

We Offer Solutions for…

Student Programming of All Kinds

Distinguished and Endowed Lecture Series

Commencements and Convocations

Our Qualifications

At more than 60 years, our team’s combined experience working on speaking solutions for campus programming is the highest in the industry.

We understand the unique pressure points that happen for on-campus events— drawing an audience, territorial exclusivity, media attention, and more. Our team will guide you and ensure you are protected for these important events.

WWSG’s collaborative work style means you have a full team working for you. In addition to your dedicated agent, you will have full access to our logistical team, which is seasoned and well-equipped to deal with the VIPs that many colleges and universities host.

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Our Mission

Our mission is to continue bringing success to our clients and thought-leaders and supporting the goals of each impartially and passionately.

Connection–the sharing of ideas, knowledge, experiences, and opinions–is at the heart of keynote speaking. Thought leaders present to connect with an audience and inspire them to be better, see things from another perspective, teach them valuable skills, and motivate them.

Through integrity, the pursuit of excellence, accountability, and collaboration, WWSG has created a vibrant company culture where innovative solutions combined with unparalleled service have resulted in continuous client and speaker success.

WWSG’s Education Audience Experts

Kristy Kalo

Kristy Kalo is a lecture industry professional with over 25 years of experience representing thought leaders such as world and political leaders, award-winning journalists, sports figures, and celebrities; expertly matching them with clients from universities and colleges, Fortune 500 corporations, trade associations, and non-profit organizations for worldwide speaking engagements. Kristy…

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    Kristy Kalo

    Kristy Kalo is a lecture industry professional with over 25 years of experience representing thought leaders such as world and political leaders, award-winning journalists, sports figures, and celebrities; expertly matching them with clients from universities and colleges, Fortune 500 corporations, trade associations, and non-profit organizations for worldwide speaking engagements.

    Kristy volunteers for the Alexandria Carpenter’s Shelter and the Scholarship Fund of Alexandria which raises funds to provide local students with scholarships through all four years of college. Kristy lives in Virginia with her husband, two kids, and yellow lab. She loves to travel, read, and garden.

Jimmy Strauss

As Vice President of Sales at Worldwide Speakers Group, Jimmy Strauss works with colleges and universities, corporate clients, trade associations, and community lecture series to secure the ideal speakers for their events. His tireless work ethic, transparency, and collaborative approach have made him a trusted partner for his clients. Jimmy…

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    Jimmy Strauss

    As Vice President of Sales at Worldwide Speakers Group, Jimmy Strauss works with colleges and universities, corporate clients, trade associations, and community lecture series to secure the ideal speakers for their events. His tireless work ethic, transparency, and collaborative approach have made him a trusted partner for his clients. Jimmy has been working with speakers and entertainers for the better part of a decade. Prior to joining Worldwide Speakers Group, he was a lecture agent at ICM Speakers, and before that, worked for the talent management firm PARosegarten Media Group. He is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and resides in Alexandria, VA. On the weekends, he can be found enjoying movies, comedy shows, concerts, and meals throughout the DC area.

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