INTRODUCING SPEAKERS

If you host a special event, you may be required to introduce speakers. 

Try these quick tips for delivering thoughtful speaker introductions:

• Don't steal the show by making the introduction too long (60 seconds or less is 

sufficient), or by speaking on a topic that is in no way related to the speaker.

• Grab the audience's attention 

with a great opening. This can be an inspiring quote, a humorous anecdote, or an 

impressive milestone the speaker has achieved.

• Briefly mention the topic the speaker is addressing, but don't reveal too much 

about his or her speech.

• Establish the speaker's 
• authority and expertise. This information will help solidify with the audience 

the speaker's credibility as a subject matter expert.