Speaking Engagements
For audiences that value insight over applause
“Feedback from attendees confirmed that the Monday morning general session was among the best in recent years.”
— William P. Roenigk, Senior Vice President, N.C.C., Washington, DC
Mark St. Cyr is hired by organizations that expect their audiences to leave sharper than they arrived. His work is not designed to entertain, inflate morale, or generate applause. It is designed to challenge assumptions, clarify decisions, and deliver pragmatic insight that can be put to work immediately.
This page is written in plain English for anyone responsible for organizing an event—whether it’s your first, or your fiftieth. It contains everything needed to evaluate fit, understand fees, and move forward without unnecessary back-and-forth.
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Before You Hire Any Speaker
If your primary objective is to “fill seats” through celebrity draw, you may be better served hiring a high-profile actor, media personality, or celebrity speaker. Their value lies in recognition, not content—and that has its place.
If, however, your audience consists of senior executives, high earners, business owners, or decision-makers, the speaker on stage must have lived what they are discussing—not narrated what others have done.
Consider the difference:
• Someone who speaks about obstacles others have overcome
vs.
Someone who has done it—and can show others how
• Someone who promotes social media as the solution to every problem
vs.
Someone whose insights are cited, distributed, and debated at scale—without relying on it
• Someone known for proximity to famous people
vs.
Someone whose views are recognized and quoted in the press
These distinctions matter. Choose accordingly—whether you work with Mark or not.
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Fees & Return on Investment
In-person engagements within the contiguous United States begin at $65,000 and up, all-inclusive.
(Alaska, Hawaii, and international events require additional considerations.)
Mark’s fee structure is based on a single principle: speakers should be evaluated on expected return, not cost.
A speaker can be hired for very little—or even for free. The return on that investment is often a waste of time, attention, and credibility. That cost is rarely accounted for, and almost always underestimated.
Higher fees exist for one reason only: the expected return is higher. Anything less isn’t saving money—it’s throwing it away.
That standard applies to every speaker, including Mark.
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Representation & Booking
Mark is represented exclusively by StreetCry Media.
• Any bureau claiming to represent Mark directly is incorrect
• Bureaus can facilitate an engagement, but they do not represent him
• You may hire Mark directly—no bureau or professional meeting planner is required
All agreements are made with Mark and StreetCry Media.
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All-Inclusive Means All-Inclusive
Mark’s fee includes airfare, hotel, meals, and ground transportation. There are no hidden charges and no post-event billing surprises.
This approach exists for a reason. Over time, speaker travel logistics have become a battleground between billing departments. Disputes over class of travel, hotel location, meals, and reimbursements waste time and create friction.
Removing those variables allows everyone to plan with confidence from the start.
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Engagement Structure
There is no one-price-fits-all model that works in practice. Fees depend on the nature of the engagement, scheduling, travel requirements, and whether Mark is delivering a keynote or participating as part of a broader program.
To provide clarity:
• Keynote (In-Person, Lower 48): $65,000 and up (all-inclusive)
• Virtual / Remote: Considered on a case-by-case basis and often available at a meaningful discount
A 50% deposit is required to secure an engagement.
The balance is due 14 days prior to the event.
Payment in full may receive a 10% discount.
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Technical & AV Requirements (Mark’s Rider)
Audio
• Wireless lavaliere (clip-on) microphone with belt pack preferred
• Handheld or podium microphones are not suitable for Mark’s presentation style
• Mark can supply his own wireless system if notified in advance
Power & Stage
• AC power within 6 feet of speaking position
• Small table on stage for laptop (cocktail table preferred; no chairs)
Visuals
• Mark uses his own Apple-based laptop and software
• Necessary adapters are carried, though redundancy is encouraged
• Slides remain exclusively on Mark’s device and are not transferred
Screens
• Two screens recommended for larger audiences
• If using one screen, only Mark’s slides may be shown
• No split screens or live switching between speaker and slides
Mark has professional television directing experience. When he advises against certain setups, it’s because they fail in execution.
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Recording, Photography & Usage
• Photography is permitted (no flash if recording)
• Audio or video recording, reproduction, or distribution is not permitted without prior written agreement
• Slides, notes, and materials may not be sold, shared, or redistributed
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Customization & Content Integrity
Mark tailors subject matter to serve the client’s objectives and the audience’s needs. He does not deliver canned frameworks or recycled motivational tropes.
Certain requests are declined when intent conflicts with credibility—for example, asking a speaker to promote internal policies immediately following mass layoffs. Context matters. Integrity matters more.
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Introduction
Please introduce Mark as follows:
“Ladies and Gentlemen, please welcome Mark Saint Sear.”
(Yes—phonetically written. It works.)
Long introductions are unnecessary. If a speaker has value, the audience will know within minutes.
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Practical Suggestions
• Schedule a break immediately following Mark’s presentation
• Smaller, fuller rooms outperform larger, emptier ones
• Theater seating often works better than rounds when food is not served
• Q&A is handled dynamically and may not occur as a traditional open session
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Next Steps
If this page aligns with how you think about value, preparation, and outcomes, you likely have enough information to proceed.
For further inquiry, please use the contact link below.
