Bringing Ideas & Audiences Together
D’Amelio Network manages a select group of experts who speak on topics of interest to business audiences. They are popular keynote speakers and seminar leaders with valuable insights on the economy & finance, American & global affairs, leadership, innovation, organizational culture, managing change, AI, motivating & engaging people, and more.
Not a speakers bureau — speaker management
Different By Design
Who We Are
The D’Amelio Network manages a select group of experts who speak on topics of interest to business audiences. They include bestselling authors, business leaders, journalists, innovators, entrepreneurs, and trailblazers who bring both deep expertise and lived experience to the stage. They are popular keynote speakers and seminar leaders with valuable insights on leading in radically disruptive times, ramping up innovation, transforming organizational culture, motivating & engaging people, the state of the economy & finance, American & global affairs, and more.
DN is not a speakers bureau or agency. We are a speaker management firm. We don’t represent hundreds of speakers — we manage less than twenty. We are small — by design. Small allows us to focus. We have curated a group of experts who deliver on our fundamental belief that great insights powerfully presented can change how people think and work.
Our business model allows us to know our speaking clients deeply and completely, giving us the ability to be the best possible resource and collaborator to the network of event professionals we serve — speakers bureaus, production companies, event management companies, advertising & PR agencies, corporations, and associations. They trust our expertise; founder Tony D’Amelio has devoted his entire career — nearly 60 years — to bringing ideas and audiences together. Experience matters!
At its essence, our core work is to help people who plan events understand what’s unique about our speakers. We help them leverage our speaker’s experience, insights, and talents to achieve the important goals and objectives they have in mind.
What We Do
It’s no coincidence that the word “Network” is in our name. Networks connect. Networks are powerful because they harness more resources and deliver outsized results. The reason is simple: more is better.
That’s what D’Amelio Network is all about — connecting our speaking clients to the widest possible range of opportunities through our relationships with a network of event professionals at speakers bureaus, event production and planning companies, advertising agencies, PR firms, corporations, and associations. That network enables us to bring the experts we manage to new audiences all over the world.
The D’Amelio Network was founded in 2011 by Tony D’Amelio, an industry veteran with nearly 60 years of experience bringing ideas and audiences together. “Like every other industry, the speaking world has been disrupted by technology-driven change,” he says. “When we launched, the internet had fundamentally altered the way people booked speakers. That created a new opportunity to better help speakers who were underserved by the traditional model of signing exclusively with just one speakers bureau. That model isn’t right for everyone.”
Our job as manager is to be the advocate for our talent in a world where the noise and information overload make it difficult to get attention. We curate content about our speakers and share it with our network of event professionals to help them understand what is unique about each of our clients. We shine a light on their latest accomplishments, experience, and relevance and put their value in context against the backdrop of what’s going on in the world right now — and how it will benefit audiences.
By providing the tools, information, and resources to successfully work with our speakers, the end result is increased opportunities for those we manage and great outcomes for the audience.
Our Team
The people behind the network.
Tony D’Amelio
Founder
I’ve always been drawn to working with people whose words and ideas have strong impact.
“At my core, I’m one of those wildly curious people who get excited about learning something new, applying it to life or business, and sharing it with others. My personality is perfectly suited for the business I’m in,” says Tony D’Amelio. He began his career managing songwriters and rock bands in 1969. Thirteen years later he landed full-time in the speaking industry where he built a career representing distinguished leaders and experts from business, economics, politics and sports.
In 2011, after concluding 27 years with the Washington Speakers Bureau as executive vice president, Tony took time off to pursue a different passion: education. He founded and served as first co-president of the first-ever city-wide college scholarship foundation in Stamford, Connecticut. Called Stamford Dollars for Scholars, the foundation is an all-volunteer non-profit that mobilizes the community to provide scholarships for local students who want to pursue their education beyond high school. That startup foundation continues to this day and has awarded hundreds of thousands of dollars to local students who dreamed of pursuing education beyond high school. “This effort fits squarely with my belief that learning is a life-changing experience.”
“The exciting thing about the D’Amelio Network is that it allows me to focus on the thing I enjoy most: being the catalyst to bring people with fresh ideas and insights to audiences all over the world. In exposing people to an important voice they’ve not heard before, we help make the world a little better — one bit at a time. I’m reminded what Steve Jobs once said when asked, ‘What’s the meaning of life?’ ‘To make a dent,’ he responded. That sums up my hope for the D’Amelio Network.”
Zach Mullinax
Managing Director
I’ve always believed that when people gather around ideas, something meaningful happens.
“A great speaker at the right moment can shift perspectives and start conversations that travel far beyond the room.”
Zach Mullinax has spent his career helping influential voices and inspirational ideas reach audiences around the world. He began in the live events business while attending California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, where he served as a student Director of Entertainment. That early experience led him into the talent industry, where he spent more than a decade booking touring artists internationally and developing a deep understanding of how live events connect people across cultures and industries.
In 2008, Zach founded Creative Speakers Worldwide, an entrepreneurial lecture bureau focused on expanding where and how thought leaders could engage audiences. The company became known for bringing prominent voices in journalism, politics, media, and public service to new stages — particularly by pioneering large-scale speaking engagements in theaters and performance venues traditionally used for entertainment. Through this work, Zach helped create new markets for speakers while producing global lecture events for some of the world’s most recognized public figures.
Throughout his career, Zach has remained deeply engaged in global dialogue and international exchange, collaborating with journalists, public leaders, and institutions dedicated to strengthening understanding across cultures. His work reflects a long-standing interest in international relations, travel, and the power of ideas to connect people across borders. Zach lives in south Minneapolis with his family and remains actively engaged in civic life and global conversations shaping our world.
Taylor Cooper
Director, Speaker Management
I love helping speakers shape their narratives to meet what audiences need to hear and partnering with clients to bring those voices to the stage with clarity and ease.
Taylor brings a relationship-driven, service-focused approach to her role as Director of Speaker Management at the D’Amelio Network.
Before entering the events industry, Taylor spent seven years as a District Manager at ALDI, where she served as a key connector between store-level teams and corporate leadership. Wearing many hats, she ensured frontline employees had the support and resources they needed while also meeting the expectations of executives — an experience that taught her the art of balancing priorities, solving problems, and leading with empathy.
She later transitioned into the speaking and events industry as an agent at GDA Speakers, where she found herself playing a similar role: supporting speakers while partnering closely with clients to ensure their goals, audiences, and outcomes were aligned. Navigating competing needs with clarity and care quickly became second nature.
At the D’Amelio Network, Taylor continues this work by supporting speakers, collaborating with bureau agents, and serving clients with intention — ensuring every engagement is thoughtful, seamless, and rooted in trust.
A Texas native, Taylor lives there with her husband, Grant, surrounded by their families.
“I love helping speakers shape their narratives to meet what audiences need to hear and partnering with clients to bring those voices to the stage with clarity and ease. The right message, delivered at the right moment, has the power to change a conference, a life, and ultimately the world.”
Matt Anderson
Director, Events
On the surface, my job is a balance of numbers and figures, dates and details … but in reality, the core of it is really people and relationships.
On the surface, my job is a balance of numbers and figures, dates and details — from plane schedules to car pick-ups to hotel confirmations to conference calls — but in reality, the core of it is really people and relationships,” say Matt Anderson. “But that isn’t just MY job — I think that it is the heart of what the D’Amelio Network is all about: working to strengthen our relationships with the people we work with every day. Tony’s passion for connecting with people is one of the biggest reasons I wanted to come to work with him, and I’ve never looked back.”
Matt came to the D’Amelio Network in 2013 with a strong background in the lecture industry — having worked with Tony at the Washington Speakers Bureau for five years as an Event Coordinator, and then spending almost 2 years as the Director of Events with the Worldwide Speakers Group. In addition to his experience in this industry, Matt also brings a wealth of knowledge in both sales and customer service from working with DirecTV, The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts and City Segway Tours in Washington, D.C. Additionally, he spent 3 school years teaching Public Speaking to 5th, 6th and 7th graders in Washington, D.C. through the Education Department at Ford’s Theatre. He is a proud native of Boise, Idaho and enjoys traveling and exploring various corners of the world with his husband whenever he can. He also really loves his dog, Stella.
Jenny Taylor
Director, Operations
The most rewarding part is knowing that this work helps create a seamless experience for those we serve.
“Much of what I do happens behind the scenes, but it’s an important part of keeping things running smoothly. I enjoy the operational side of the business: anticipating needs, solving problems, managing details, and making sure all the pieces are in place. The most rewarding part is knowing that this work helps create a seamless experience for those we serve.”
Jenny brings more than 20 years of experience in the speaking and events industry, with a background in operations, event logistics, office management, finance, and executive support. For more than 13 years, she has helped the D’Amelio Network manage the operational side of the business and ensure the details behind each engagement are handled smoothly.
Jenny began her career on Capitol Hill, spending five years as Executive Assistant, Scheduler, and Office Manager for Congressman Chris Cannon. She then spent five years at Washington Speakers Bureau as a Senior Event Manager, coordinating logistics for former government officials, business executives, and media personalities. Additionally, she spent more than two years traveling throughout the U.S. and internationally, providing onsite logistical support and advance work for high-profile engagements.
Carin Kalt
Director, Marketing Content
Learning something new every day from our expert’s wide range of topics is what I really enjoy most.
Originally from Connecticut, Carin had an eleven-year career as a Photography Editor in magazine publishing working for Parents, Men’s Journal, and Smart Money. She also owned her own Paint-Your-Own Pottery business for five years. She came to D’Amelio Network after taking some time off to raise her two boys.
“Coming from the world of magazine publishing, I watched how content is created and shared. The experts we manage report the news, write books and articles, interview interesting and important people, contribute to blogs and twitter and offer fresh ideas on a daily basis. My job is to keep up with all of our speakers’ content and share it so that event professionals have the tools they need. Learning something new every day from our expert’s wide range of topics is what I really enjoy most about my position.”
Meg Joray
Director, Contracting & Administrator, Marketing/Operations
The speaking industry is about big ideas, but there are many small details to arrange in order for those ideas to effectively reach an audience.
After spending four years as a Montessori educator, Meg worked in client experience and broadcasting. Her journey in the lecture industry began as Manager of Customer Engagements for National Speakers Bureau, where she helped facilitate the booking process from speaker selection and contracting through final itinerary. Meg brings not only those skills to D’Amelio Network, but a joy in fostering human connections — during both the planning and the presentation. She is happy to have found a career that goes hand in hand with lifelong learning.
“The speaking industry is about big ideas, but there are many small details to arrange in order for those ideas to effectively reach an audience. I’m privileged to support that process on behalf of an organization I admire and speakers who genuinely influence people for the better. They inspire us be more intentional in our professional, personal, and civic lives.”
Rose Welsh
Manager, Operations & Events
While much of what I do happens behind the scenes, its purpose is always the same: to make sure every detail is buttoned down.
Rose brings a people-first approach to speaker management and event operations, grounded in the belief that the most impactful work often happens behind the scenes.
“While much of what I do happens behind the scenes, its purpose is always the same: to make sure every detail is buttoned down so there are no unwelcome surprises. Doing so allows speakers and clients to feel supported and well-prepared, so they can focus on delivering a great event.”
“What I love about this work is every event is a puzzle. And years of experience allow me to anticipate and ask questions that assure a smooth experience for everyone. Strong relationships are what make that possible — clear communication and trust are just as important as the logistics themselves.”
Rose’s foundation in the hospitality and meetings industry was shaped at Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, where she was part of the hotel’s opening team. While the experience wasn’t originally on her bucket list, it fostered a deep appreciation for teamwork, adaptability, and the coordination required to bring large-scale events to life. With over a decade in the speaking industry — including twelve years at Keppler Speakers — Rose has built her work around thoughtful preparation, proactive communication, and a genuine commitment to the people behind every event. She finds the greatest fulfillment in creating seamless experiences that allow ideas — and the people sharing them — to shine. Rose lives in Norfolk, VA — home of the largest naval base in the world — and can usually be found sharing adventures, laughs, and stories with her nieces and nephews.
Frequently Asked Questions
D’Amelio Network is a speaker management company representing a select roster of leading keynote speakers, thought leaders, journalists, authors, and business experts. We work closely with the speakers we represent to manage their speaking engagements, partnerships, positioning, and long-term careers.
No. D’Amelio Network is a speaker management company. We exclusively represent and manage a select roster of keynote speakers while working closely with speakers bureaus, event professionals, meeting planners, and organizations around the world.
D’Amelio Network represents a carefully selected exclusive roster of accomplished keynote speakers and thought leaders. Our speakers bring expertise and real-world experience across leadership, innovation, artificial intelligence, workplace culture, communication, resilience, economics, current affairs, human performance, and more.
Our speakers address many of the issues organizations and leaders are navigating today, including leadership, innovation, AI, change, resilience, communication, workplace culture, collaboration, human performance, economics, current affairs, and the future of work. Each speaker brings a distinct perspective, expertise, and presentation style.
Start with what you want your audience to think, feel, or do differently after the event. Tell us about your organization, audience, event goals, and the challenges or opportunities you want the keynote to address. Our team can help determine which speaker and program on our roster may be the strongest fit.
Customization varies by speaker and program. Some speakers tailor their presentations extensively, while others offer established keynote programs that can be aligned with an organization’s audience, objectives, industry, or event theme. Our team can help identify the program and approach that best fit your event.
Our speakers appear at corporate meetings, leadership conferences, association events, sales meetings, customer conferences, executive gatherings, industry events, and other live and virtual programs. Depending on the speaker, formats may include keynote presentations, moderated conversations, Q&A sessions, panels, workshops, and breakout sessions.
Yes. Organizations, meeting professionals, event producers, and other clients can contact D’Amelio Network directly about booking one of the speakers we represent. We can provide availability, fees, program information, and other details to help determine whether the speaker is the right fit for your event.
Contact D’Amelio Network with the speaker you’re interested in, your event date and location, audience, organization, and any information you can share about your event goals. Our team will follow up with availability, fees, program options, and next steps.
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