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Book Barack Obama for a Private Event
Booking a celebrity for a private event, corporate event or ticketed performance can be a complex and time consuming task. If you have never hired an A-list entertainer, be prepared to discuss all of the details of your event including, location of event, expected head count, ticket prices, accommodations, duration of event and more.
With Seattle Entertainment Group, we offer transparent and affordable celebrity booking services. It doesn’t matter if you have a small budget or a six-figure allowance, we will help you locate, select and book the perfect entertainer for your event. We have a vast network of industry professionals that are exclusive and we have personally worked with thousands of entertainers over the last two decades.
Our celebrity booking services will help you save time, money and precious energy throughout the entire talent booking process. This includes negotiating, contracting and offer submission. We hold your hand from start to finish. Already familiar with the process? Great! Let us help you get a lower price using our relationships and routed venues across the world.
Bio
Barack Hussein Obama II was born on August 4, 1961, and is known for his role as the 44th president of the United States, a position he held from 2009 to 2017. As a member of the Democratic Party, he made history as the first African-American president in the country. Before his presidency, Obama served as a U.S. senator for Illinois from 2005 to 2008, and prior to that, he was an Illinois state senator from 1997 to 2004. His early life began in Honolulu, Hawaii, where he later graduated from Columbia University in 1983 with a Bachelor of Arts in political science. Following his graduation, he worked as a community organizer in Chicago.
In 1988, Obama began his studies at Harvard Law School, where he made history again by becoming the first black president of the Harvard Law Review. After earning his degree, he pursued a career as a civil rights attorney and became an academic, teaching constitutional law at the University of Chicago Law School from 1992 to 2004. His political journey included representing the 13th district in the Illinois Senate from 1997 until 2004, the year he won his seat in the U.S. Senate.
During the 2008 presidential election, Obama faced a tough primary battle against Hillary Clinton but ultimately secured the Democratic nomination. He chose Joe Biden as his running mate and went on to defeat Republican candidate John McCain. In 2009, Obama was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize, a decision that sparked both criticism and praise. His first term focused on addressing the global financial crisis and included a significant stimulus package to help the economy recover from the Great Recession, a partial continuation of tax cuts initiated by George W. Bush, health care reform legislation, a major financial regulation reform bill, and the withdrawal of a significant U.S. military presence from Iraq.
Obama also appointed Sonia Sotomayor and Elena Kagan to the Supreme Court, with Sotomayor being the first Hispanic American to serve on the bench. He was responsible for ordering Operation Neptune Spear, the mission that led to the death of Osama bin Laden, who was behind the September 11 attacks. During his presidency, Obama moved away from Bush's counterinsurgency strategy, opting instead to increase air strikes and utilize special forces while encouraging local military forces. He also ordered military action in Libya to uphold UN Security Council Resolution 1973, which contributed to the fall of Muammar Gaddafi.
In the 2012 presidential election, Obama defeated Republican challenger Mitt Romney. His second term saw him taking significant actions to address climate change, including signing an important international climate agreement and issuing an executive order aimed at reducing carbon emissions. He oversaw the rollout of the Affordable Care Act along with other legislation from his first term. Additionally, he negotiated a nuclear deal with Iran and worked towards normalizing relations with Cuba. Although the number of U.S. soldiers in Afghanistan decreased during his second term, American troops remained in the country throughout his presidency. Obama also advocated for LGBT rights, becoming the first sitting president to publicly support same-sex marriage.
After leaving office on January 20, 2017, Obama continued to live in Washington, D.C. Historians and political analysts often place him in the upper ranks of American presidents. Construction of his presidential library on the South Side of Chicago began in 2021. Since stepping down, he has stayed active in political circles, campaigning for various candidates, including Joe Biden's successful run for the presidency in 2020. In addition to his political work, Obama has authored three books: "Dreams from My Father" published in 1995, "The Audacity of Hope" in 2006, and "A Promised Land" in 2020.
SEG does not, nor claims to, represent any celebrity as the exclusive booking agent. Seattle Entertainment Group does not manage any celebrities listed on this website. SEG acts only as a buyer’s agent for venues, event professionals, companies and organizations to book celebrities for corporate and private events, paid commercials, casino concerts, engagements as well as other various appearances. The celebrities listed on this site are for informational purposes only and are intended as a resource for our clients to provide ideas.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Will I need security for my event if I hire a celebrity?
Yes, the celebrity may require you to hire unarmed police or private esecurity. It depends on the status of the chosen celebrity and the type of event. The artist needs protection and everyone’s reputation is in jeopardy if they are not reasonably protected. Sometimes the celebrity will bring their own bodyguard.
Will I have to pay for the celebrity’s hotel, travel and food?
Most of the time the celebrity will expect general food and beverage accommodations for the duration of the event. In more complex bookings, they may want to be fed from the day of arrival to the day of departure. Additionally, hotels and transportation should be provided unless a buyout is included in the offer being submitted before you book a celebrity.
Will I get my money back after I have hired a celebrity and my event is canceled?
If your event is canceled sometimes you can receive a refund or a credit toward future or rescheduled performance in the event of a force majeure. Other times the contract has strict cancellation terms that must be adhered to. We help you outline the cancellation terms in the negotiating process.
Can I hire a celebrity for an event myself?
Anyone can hire a celebrity. You will pay more in most cases because an artist can tell if you are not familiar with the process. Always consult with a professional before you book a celebrity yourself. There is a specific process that should be followed.
Will a celebrity prepare a speech or promote my product at the event?
The short answer is yes. The celebrity will help promote your product and deliver a speech if that is included in the deal points when we submit the offer. A celebrity may also post the product on their social media.
What happens if a celebrity is late to my event?
Sometimes flights are delayed, it’s the unfortunate part of traveling abroad. As part of the contract process, we help eliminate delays by adding a late-arrival clause that allows you to cancel the performance if an artist is late beyond a certain point. It’s not ideal and it is rarely a concern, but the good news is that you will get your deposit back and you will not be liable for the performer’s final payment.
Can I pick which songs the celebrity performs at my event?
You can certainly create a list of songs you want performed. The celebrity will sing or perform all of the chosen songs or as many as reasonably possibly within the appearance time paid for.
Will a celebrity sing and perform at my private or public event?
Absolutely, there are some requirements to be aware of if you want a musical performance, however. A celebrity may ask you to fulfill parts of their tour rider, which outlines specific types of equipment needed to execute a live performance.
Are there any celebrities I cannot hire for my event?
It depends, some celebrities will avoid certain political affiliations, communities or parties that may be considered a conflict of interest. We will help you determine the potential obstacles before wasting any time.
Will the celebrity I choose take pictures with my family and friends?
Yes, the celebrity will take pictures with you and a small group of people assuming you make time for it during their appearance. If you want a celebrity to appear for an hour, set aside 30 minutes of that time for a meet and greet, otherwise the celebrity may not stick around for longer than what’s stated in their contract.
How much does it cost to hire a celebrity for an event?
The cost to hire a celebrity can vary from artist to artist. Other determining factors will influence the price as well. The deal points we create on your behalf , the location of your event, and duration of appearance can heavily influence the price of a celebrity booking.
Can you guarantee the celebrity will be hired for my event?
In most cases, if the celebrity is available and the offer is strong, we guarantee the chosen celebrity will strongly consider the offer. Sometimes, it makes sense to have a backup plan, however, schedules change and late bookings can be risky. It’s best to have 2-3 celebrities in mind before you start the process, just in case the first is unavailable.
When will I have to pay the celebrity to appear at my private or public event?
Typically an artist will be paid in two separate installments. The first payment is a deposit of 50% which is usually paid thirty to ninety days from the engagement. Sometimes the artist will require a full payment upfront, it depends on the scope of work and the notoriety of the celebrity being considered. The final payment of 50% is paid on the day of the event, unless there is a ticket reconciliation that needs to occur.
Will the celebrity sign autographs for my team and client?
Yes, of course. We include signed memorabilia in all of our offers (memorabilia to be provided by the venue or client).
How long does it take to hire a celebrity for a private or public ticket event?
It can take as much as three to four months to confirm a celebrity appearance, or two days depending on the deal points, offer and location of your event. Start the process early – that’s our recommendation.
What is the process for hiring a celebrity for a private or ticket event?
The process includes selecting the artist(s), contacting our agency, then creating deal points to include in an offer sheet. Once you have the details outlined, we can discuss the terms with the artist or manager. After the artist agrees to the deal points, a contract is signed, a deposit is made and the performance will happen before the remaining money is paid to the artist.
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