Public Speakers
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Stephan S.
Last position:
Co-Founder at Ultrathink.club
Think tank on AI
Oliver S.
Last position:
Interim Head of Controlling at Ströck GmbH
Food
I took over the leadership of the Controlling department at Ströck GmbH at short notice. Accounting and Controlling report directly to the management team. In addition to overseeing day-to-day Controlling activities, I was responsible for developing reporting and setting the strategic direction for Controlling. At the start of the engagement, the Controlling department had only four employees instead of eight. Given the staff shortage, I first ensured that key reports were delivered on time while developing a new reporting structure.
Another key focus of my engagement was introducing a Single Source of Truth. Existing reporting was based on numerous Excel files and different source systems. I therefore worked with IT to drive the introduction of a modern BI system. Reports will be generated automatically with Qlik Sense, providing a consistent data basis for management decisions. Together with the management team, I also developed a completely new production reporting system that enables weekly production management based on defined efficiency metrics. At the end of my engagement, I supported the search for my successor, trained the new Head of Controlling, and helped rebuild the Controlling department to eight employees.
Actions:
- Interim leadership of Controlling
- Ensured day-to-day reporting continued
- Introduced a Single Source of Truth
- Introduced Qlik Sense
- Built a new production reporting system
- Developed the reporting landscape
- Supported recruitment
- Handover to the new Head of Controlling
Achievements:
- Maintained Controlling despite a 50% staffing shortage
- Introduced a central data basis for reporting
- Digitized reporting with Qlik Sense
- Developed a new weekly production reporting system
- Successful handover to my successor
- Rebuilt the Controlling department to eight employees
Benjamin T.
Last position:
Board Member at University of Digital Science (UDS Berlin)
- Advisor on topics of economic development, SME, digitization, technology and education in Europe incl. EU Commission, Middle East, Asia and North-Africa.
Elisabeth H.
Last position:
Interim Talent Acquisition at 1000 Satellites
1000 Satellites (Coworking Space, Scale-up, 50–250 employees)
Support for a scale-up with up to 30 open positions, from defining job profiles and preparing offers through to negotiations
Gabriele B.
Last position:
Founder and Managing Director at PaiperOne GmbH
- Main tasks and responsibilities: development, acquisition, sales, consulting, and controlling
- Area of work or industry: Software as a Service in AI compliance and consulting
Selection of client projects:
- Creation and operation of an AI governance platform, including training content on the use of AI in companies
- Design, setup, and operation of the ISO 42001 management system at PaiperOne with certification by TÃœV
- Auditor according to ISO 17024 at Austrian Standards for the "AI Manager"
- AI training for staff of two Austrian publishing groups
- AI training for the management level at the State of Lower Austria
- AI strategy workshop for a municipality in Styria and a municipality in Salzburg
- AI workshops for the House of Digitalization in Tulln
- AI training for municipalities at KDZ
- Delivery of training on "Certified AI Compliance Officer" at the Academy for Internal Audit
- Organizational consulting on AI governance at ÖGK
- Project support for the "homepage chatbot" at öbv
- Certification exams at Austrian Standards
Floris S.
Last position:
Business Coaching & Advisory at The NeO Frequency
- Activate the energy within organisations to evolve beyond outdated structures
- Guide leaders to unlock natural intelligence and flow, aligning human potential with purpose
Alice C.
Last position:
Speaker at Growthphestival
Industry: International Mobile Marketing
- Speaker in English
- Beyond the App Store Tax - How to dodge the 30% App Tax-
Christoph V.
Last position:
Head of Digital Transformation and Requirements Definition for Sales, Marketing, and Category Management
- Project Manager / Business Requirements Engineer
- Digital Business Developer
- Concept development and requirements management
- Process optimization
- Advertising effectiveness measurement
- Status reporting and stakeholder management to owners
- Systems: WordPress, sevDesk
Daniela K.
Last position:
Guest Speaker within lecture "Digitalization and sustainability in procurement" at Hochschule Niederrhein
Alexander L.
Last position:
Guest lecturer in Artificial Intelligence (Master’s Level) at FH des BFI Wien
- Teaching & presenting
- Communication
- Effectively communicate complex technical topics to non-technical audiences through lectures
- Guided non-technical students from zero knowledge to confidently understanding and applying algorithms to achieve business outcomes
Stefan R.
Last position:
Leadership Expert | Business Mentor | Speaker at Leadership Expert | Business Mentor | Speaker
- Advising and mentoring high-growth companies with a focus on leadership, customer focus and efficiency
- Developing and implementing scalable structures based on Amazon and Google principles, adapted to the reality of German companies
- Formats: consulting, interim management, executive sparring, keynotes & workshops
Martin R.
Last position:
Interim CTO at optiserv GmbH / optiflow-pmc GmbH
- Took over CTO responsibilities in a technology company with approximately 50 employees after majority acquisition by a new investor
- Turned around product development by defining and focusing on product strategy and goals
- Prioritized projects by business value and reduced the number of parallel development projects
- Introduced critical chain project management (CCPM) and portfolio management methodologies
Erlijn V.
Last position:
Science communicator and change manager at Sustainable Decisions
- Online personality (inspiring people worldwide on social media to make sustainable decisions)
- Book series "A Guide to a Healthier Planet" Volumes 1, 2, and 3 in English and German, Springer Nature
Viktoria M.
Last position:
Speaker & Moderator at Self-employed
- For 3 years, I've been speaking professionally in public about topics close to my heart and hosting events and live and TV broadcasts.
Klemens H.
Last position:
Project Coordinator/PMO and Document Management Expert at DAX40 company in the energy sector
- Consolidation and standardization of time, cost, and status reports as well as the master schedule for multiple parallel construction projects
- Migration and maintenance of project-relevant data such as schedules, costs, and risks in the central project management tool
- Creation and analysis of reports to gain project insights
- Requesting, filing, and structured management of reports and plans in coordination with internal stakeholders according to internal guidelines
- Maintenance, tracking, and updating of task lists and Planner boards from internal project meetings
- Analysis of existing document structures (e.g., file shares, SharePoint, OneDrive) and development of a migration plan into a new SharePoint structure
- Co-development of the new DMS structure
- Planning and conducting training sessions for employees on using the new repository
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Public Speakers statistics
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
18 years
Position duration
3.2 years
Positions per freelancer
15
Top business areas
Strategy, Project Management, Information Technology
Top industries
Information Technology, Professional Services, Education
Certification focus areas
Human Resources, Project Management, Strategy
Bachelor's degree or higher
100%
Master's degree or higher
79%
Doctorate
16%
Certifications per freelancer
2
Most common languages
German, English, Spanish
Speak two or more languages
96%
Based on our profile pool as of 15 Nov 2026.
Daily rate distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of experts in this role are distributed, based on recent contracts on our platform. Each bar covers a rate range — its height shows the share of experts charging within that range.
Average rates for Public Speakers
Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.
The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.
The median daily rate is the middle value of all daily rates — half of comparable freelancers charge less, half charge more. Unlike the average, it is barely affected by outliers.
Calculated based on our freelancers’ daily rates as of 15 Nov 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
Public Speakers experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Information Technology (91%)
- Professional Services (78%)
- Education (57%)
- Manufacturing (52%)
- Healthcare (48%)
- Media and Entertainment (48%)
- Energy (43%)
- Automotive (35%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the role
What freelance public speakers do
Professional speakers deliver high-impact presentations tailored to specific corporate audiences and industry events. They translate complex subjects into compelling narratives, challenge prevailing assumptions, and inspire strategic action. Beyond stage presence, they invest substantial preparation time into aligning with event themes, briefing organizers, and tailoring case studies to the room.
Typical formats and assignments
Organizations engage professional orators across varied settings to educate teams, drive client engagement, or anchor flagship events:
- Opening and closing keynote speeches for industry conferences and customer summits
- Executive kickoff addresses to rally organizations around major transformations
- Interactive breakout sessions and hands-on masterclasses for leadership cohorts
- Moderation of expert panels, fireside chats, and executive roundtable discussions
- Internal all-hands presentations focusing on cultural shifts, innovation, or resilience
Core expertise and delivery methods
Exceptional presenters combine deep domain knowledge with stagecraft and audience psychology. They structure narratives using proven frameworks, weave authentic case material into their delivery, and design visual assets that support rather than distract from the spoken word. They handle audience Q&A with poise, adjust their pacing in real time based on audience engagement, and leverage digital presentation tools for both in-person and hybrid stages.
When to bring in an external speaker
Companies hire external keynote presenters when an internal voice cannot achieve the same level of credibility or emotional resonance. An outside authority brings fresh perspectives during mergers, strategic pivots, or product launches. Event organizers also rely on recognized guest speakers to drive ticket registrations, elevate event prestige, and provide memorable takeaways that attendees reference long after the conference ends.
Frequently asked questions
The facts hiring teams ask for most often when it comes to Public Speakers.
A keynote speaker delivers a structured solo presentation designed to establish the core theme of an event and inspire the audience. In contrast, an event moderator guides discussions between multiple participants, steers panel debates, and manages audience questions without focusing on their own viewpoint.
Review unedited video recordings of past presentations to observe real stage presence, pacing, and audience reaction. Reliable guest speakers provide clear references from event organizers, demonstrate deep domain knowledge during discovery calls, and show a willingness to adapt content to your objectives.
A professional conference speaker needs an initial briefing call to understand the audience demographic, business context, and event objectives. Organizers must also provide clear technical specifications, including stage dimensions, microphone preferences, and slide aspect ratios well in advance of rehearsal.
Experienced public speakers regularly deliver remote sessions using dedicated studio equipment, professional lighting, and interactive polling tools. They adjust their delivery style to maintain engagement through a screen, using shorter narrative blocks and active audience prompts to prevent digital fatigue.
An external keynote presenter brings impartial authority, industry-wide perspective, and storytelling skills that internal leaders rarely have time to develop. Audiences often absorb challenging messages about change, accountability, or market disruption more readily from an independent voice.
Most corporate speakers provide a curated slide deck, summary action sheets, or reading lists that organizers can distribute to attendees. Depending on the agreement, organizers may also secure recording licenses to share the presentation across internal knowledge hubs.
High-demand motivational speakers and industry specialists often book their conference calendars several months ahead. Securing talent early guarantees availability, allows adequate time for customized research, and enables marketing teams to feature the speaker prominently in event promotions.
A seasoned professional orator usually requests a wireless lavalier or headset microphone, a confidence monitor visible from the stage, and direct slide control via a wireless clicker. They coordinate with on-site audiovisual crews during a scheduled tech check before attendees enter the room.
The average hourly rate for Public Speakers is 132 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 1,059 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers working as Public Speakers, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 79% hold at least a Master's degree, and 16% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers working as Public Speakers have 18 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 3.2 years.
The most common languages among freelancers working as Public Speakers are German (100%), English (96%), and Spanish (22%).
The most common industries among freelancers working as Public Speakers are Information Technology (91%), Professional Services (78%), and Education (57%).
The most common business areas among freelancers working as Public Speakers are Strategy (83%), Project Management (70%), and Information Technology (61%).
FRATCH Public Speakers main locations
Our freelancers and interim experts are at home all over Germany — available on-site in Berlin, Hamburg, Munich and every major business hub, or fully remote. Choose a city to discover matched specialists, local market insights and up-to-date availability.
Berlin Hamburg Munich Cologne Frankfurt Stuttgart Dusseldorf Leipzig Dortmund Essen Bremen Dresden Hanover Nuremberg In Austria our freelancers and interim experts support companies from Vienna to Graz — on-site where your project needs them, or fully remote. Choose a city to discover matched specialists, local market insights and up-to-date availability.
Vienna Graz Across Switzerland our specialists are active in Zurich, Geneva, Basel and Bern — working on-site or fully remote. Choose a city to discover matched specialists, local market insights and up-to-date availability.
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