When searching for the top motivational keynote speakers and celebrities with speaking fees for under $20,000 you may find there are not many whose fees fall far below this amount. Most experienced keynotes demand in excess of $20,000 - $40,000 or even more and simply cannot accommodate a modest budget due to their high demand. Also may event organizers don't have the budget to book one speaker alone, even if it is as high-profile keynote or celebrity, for much more than $15,000.
This list provides information on several special keynote speakers in the United States who fees fall comfortably in the $15,000 - $20,000 for large venues and in certain cases be negotiated for less for shorter speaking durations in smaller venues.