CAA has added Rachel Baxter as an agent in its Global Speakers division.
Based in London, she will focus on building the CAA speaker base across the UK, Europe, the Middle East and Asia Pacific. Baxter comes to the Hollywood entertainment and sports agency after seven years at talent management company YMU.
She was also head of corporate and live events at M&C Saatchi Merlin, previously producing events for the likes of the British Olympic Association.
“Rachel’s strong track record of securing high-profile speaking opportunities and connecting talented audiences with the right audiences makes her a great fit. We look forward to continuing to support CAA Speakers’ efforts in international markets. Her expertise and deep industry relationships will be a tremendous asset to our clients as we grow,” Peter Jacobs, head of CAA Speakers, said in a statement.
The CAA Speakers Division books business, keynote and motivational speakers from notable celebrities such as comics and television hosts David Letterman and Trevor Noah. Actors Nicole Kidman and Kerry Washington. Former Facebook executive Randi Zuckerberg. Ted Lasso actor Hannah Waddingham. human rights lawyer Amal Clooney; TV host James Corden. actor and director Stanley Tucci; Charlie Brooker, creator of Black Mirror. and former professional tennis player Andre Agassi.
Other speakers include former New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern. Gary Neville, sports commentator and podcaster. Soccer manager Jose Mourinho. Music legend Nile Rodgers. Angela Ahrendts, former Burberry CEO and Apple executive.
This leading talent agency brings together speakers from a roster that includes top actors, directors, writers, producers, music artists, comedians, authors, athletes, coaches, broadcasters, chefs, fashion designers, and more.