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John Maxwell

Cutting-edge entrepreneur, bestselling author, and leadership keynote speaker.
TOPICS: How to be a REAL Success The 5 Levels of Leadership The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership The 17 Indisputable Laws of Teamwork Everyone Communicates Few Connect The 360° Leader Put Your Dream to the Test Today Matters

As a cutting-edge entrepreneur, best-selling author, and dynamic speaker, Dr. John C. Maxwell has cultivated an extensive following among the most highly respected and influential business leaders across the globe.

Reaching more than 350,000 people a year through speaking engagements alone, and over a million through resources, Dr. Maxwell is committed to developing leaders of excellence and integrity by providing the finest resources and training for personal and professional growth. His philosophy that “everything rises and falls on leadership” motivates every endeavor to help individuals reach their highest potential, both in the home office and abroad through conferences, books, and audio and video resources. 

His passion has quickly caught on, and he has communicated his leadership principles to Fortune 500 companies, the United States Military Academy at West Point, and sports organizations such as the NCAA, the NBA, and the NFL. Call SME today for booking John Maxwell as a keynote speaker, with us as the John Maxwell booking. Contact a John Maxwell booking to get a proposal.

Fees vary based on the celebrity or speaker, travel needs, performance type, and event location. Most bookings include an appearance fee, travel costs, and production requirements. SME Entertainment Group provides detailed estimates before any commitments.
Availability depends on John Maxwell’s travel schedule, tour dates, and filming or corporate commitments. We confirm availability quickly so you can lock in your event plans.
John Maxwell can deliver keynotes, performances, meet-and-greets, Q&A sessions, or custom programming. We outline all options and help tailor the experience to your audience.
Most of our talent requires specific AV setups, hospitality needs, and travel accommodations. We translate every rider into clear, manageable steps so there are no surprises.
Hosts often look for increased attendance, deeper engagement, or added credibility. We share relevant case studies, past events, and positioning guidance to ensure the talent supports your goals.
The process includes inquiry, availability check, offer submission, contract execution, and event coordination. Timelines vary, but many bookings finalize within one to three weeks.
Yes, many speakers and performers can tailor content to your theme, audience, or organization. We help shape and refine requests to ensure a seamless fit.
We provide background, reviews, and insights from past events. Our recommendations focus on reliability, audience response, and how well the talent collaborates with hosts.
Some talent can record promo videos, join media interviews, or approve social assets. Availability for promotional work is usually negotiated during contracting.
Contracts include clauses for refunds, rescheduling, substitutions, and unexpected circumstances. We guide you through all policies to protect your event.

SME Entertainment Group (a Live Nation Company) is your leading source for booking John Maxwell

SME Entertainment Group ("SME") is an event producer working with corporations and leading associations around the world to provide musical acts, comedians, and all types of keynote speakers for talent booking services for corporate events and private events.