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- Overall, we rate Leading Authorities as Least Biased due to its role as a speakers bureau representing diverse viewpoints without promoting a specific political agenda. The company focuses on providing professional services rather than producing content with potential bias. As such, it is considered High in factual reporting, with no known issues regarding the accuracy or reliability of its services.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: LEAST BIASED
Factual Reporting: HIGH
Country: USA
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rating: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Organization/Foundation
Traffic/Popularity: Minimal Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
History
Founded in 1990 and based in Washington, D.C., Leading Authorities is a speakers bureau and event agency that connects event organizers with keynote and motivational speakers across politics, business, technology, and media. Their diverse team includes former politicians, government officials, industry leaders, and media personalities. The founder, Mark French, led the company until his passing.
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Funded by / Ownership
Matthew Jones is the President and CEO of Leading Authorities Inc (LAI). However, the ownership details are not publicly disclosed. The company generates revenue by booking speakers for events and providing event services. Their business model relies on commissions from speaker engagements and events-related services.
Analysis / Bias
Leading Authorities operates as a speakers bureau and event agency, connecting clients with speakers for events and engagements. The organization does not produce original news content or editorial articles. Instead, it represents a diverse array of speakers with varying viewpoints across the political spectrum, including former politicians, journalists, and experts from major U.S. political parties.
For example, their roster includes figures such as Paul Ryan, former Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives (2015-2019), and Donna Brazile, a political strategist who previously served as interim chair of the Democratic National Committee; General Stanley McChrystal, a retired Army general who served as the commander of U.S. and NATO forces in Afghanistan; and Nina Easton, a journalist and former Fortune magazine editor.
While the organization does not typically produce editorial content, it maintains a blog that highlights speakers and industry insights. For instance, the blog post “A Speaker on How to Work with the Trump Administration” introduces Matt Oczkowski, President of HuMn Behavior. The post provides an overview of Oczkowski’s background and expertise in navigating the political landscape during the Trump administration. The tone is promotional and informative, focusing on the Speaker’s credentials and how his insights can benefit organizations seeking to understand or engage with the administration’s policies.
By featuring speakers from various political affiliations and perspectives, including those associated with both Republican and Democratic administrations, Leading Authorities demonstrates a commitment to neutrality and does not exhibit a particular political bias. The company aims to match clients with speakers who meet their event needs, regardless of political affiliation.
Failed Fact Checks
- None in the Last 5 years
Overall, we rate Leading Authorities as Least Biased due to its role as a speakers bureau representing diverse viewpoints without promoting a specific political agenda. The company focuses on providing professional services rather than producing content with potential bias. As such, it is considered High in factual reporting, with no known issues regarding the accuracy or reliability of its services. (M. Huitsing 10/19/2024)
Source: https://www.leadingauthorities.com/
Last Updated on October 19, 2024 by Media Bias Fact Check
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