To select the right panelists for your panel discussion, make sure your panelists are qualified to speak about the chosen topic and that they’ve done speaking engagements prior to ensure they’re all great presenters. Also, be sure to select panelists from varying backgrounds (i.e., universities, ethnicities, degrees, etc.) for a broader, more interesting discussion. Pick anywhere from 3-5 panelists to ensure there aren’t too many voices in the room so you have room to hone in on their individual expertise.