Speaker FAQ
How do I become a part of POSB?
To be listed on the talent roster of POSB, a prospective speaker/talent must meet the following requirements:
- All prospective talent must fill out an application.
- Talent/presentation must have an association with the traditional outdoor sports industry
- Presentation/message must portray traditional outdoor sports in a positive light
- Talent will qualify as a POSB speaker by ONE of the following:
- Talent substantiates a speaking/presenting history via talent resume, references, testimonials, etc.
- Talent is a well-known authority & presenter in his/her field
- Talent submits demo/audition tape and approved by review committee
- All POSB talent must demonstrate and maintain high standards of knowledge and professionalism in their presentations to be members of POSB.
Where do I send audition tapes?
Applications can be filed electronically at the link above. Papers and tapes should be sent to:Eloise Davis, Administrator
POMA Outdoor Speakers Bureau
6405 Kensington Ct.
Oklahoma City, OK 73132
(405) 417-1234
You will be notified of the results following the committee review.
What happens after my application is accepted?
If you haven’t already, provide a headshot(s), bio and your presentation topics with a short description of each. The information will be included in the POSB talent directory, and will be the most important element in marketing your services.
What will POSB do for me?
POSB will provide you with a number of services, including:
- Marketing - POSB will include your name and bio in the online talent directory that will be made available, and marketed to the chapters of numerous outdoor-related organizations (NWTF, SCI, WSF, etc) directly. In addition, POSB will be included in the web presence of numerous outdoor product manufacturing and retail businesses.POSB talent will be searchable in many ways; alphabetically, by topic, by region/location, and by fee. The more information we have on you and your topic(s), the more likely you are to be visible to potential clients.
- Contract Services - POSB will provide confidential pricing information for your services and receive offers on your behalf, which will be forwarded to you for your consideration. When you accept an offer, POSB will finalize the terms of the contract and hold the deposit in trust until the engagement is completed.If requested, POSB will guide you through the process to be certain you are familiar with the details of your engagement.
- Logistics - Depending on the terms of your engagement, POSB will oversee your travel and accommodation details; provide an itinerary and specifics about the engagement; (group, location, attire, expectations, etc.) verify the contracted for on-site requirements are met; provide you contact information for your on-site host, as well as a POSB contact; and follow-up to be certain the engagement was as agreed upon and to gauge the clients level of satisfaction with the event.
How do I set my fee?
That is up to you, but ultimately, the market will determine your worth. If your fee is too high, you will not have many offers. If it is too low, you will have many offers for engagements; probably too many. It is often better to start with a lower rate, and adjust from there. However, keep in mind the minimum POSB talent fee is $500.
What is POSB’s fee for services, and how do I get paid?
POSB receives 40 percent of the contract fee (excluding travel, accommodations, etc.) from non POMA members. POSB receives 30 percent of the contract fee from POMA members. So, there is great financial benefit to speakers who also are POMA members.
Typically, half of the fee is paid upon signing to bind the contract, and half is paid upon completion of your presentation. You will receive the balance of the payment from the organization when you finish your presentation, and the balance of the net fee due will then be sent to you by POSB.
Who determines the details of my engagement?
You do…along with the engaging party.
Details such as class of travel, level of accommodations, meal allowance, etc., are determined in the negotiation of the booking agreement. Some bookings are easy and require little effort on your part, such as a speech in your hometown. Others involve more time and logistical coordination, such as a seminar in South Africa. In order to be induced to accept these more involved type of engagements, you may ask for, and receive, greater benefits, i.e., first class airfare, higher fee, etc.. But be sure this is agreed upon BEFORE the contract is signed.
May I sell books/CDs/DVDs (backroom sales) at the event?
Backroom sales are determined by the contract between you and the organization, and should be negotiated as one of the terms in advance.