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Black Keynote Speakers

Book Black and African American speakers who bring authority, lived experience and achievement to conversations about history, leadership and social progress. Our roster includes activists, executives, educators, athletes, authors and recognised public figures with compelling perspectives on Black culture, civil rights, representation, resilience and success.

Black History Month speakers are available for corporate programmes, schools, universities and community events in the United States and internationally. Their keynotes can honour historic contributions while connecting them to modern leadership, equality and opportunity. We also represent Black public speakers for year-round business, motivational and inclusion events.

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John Imah

Entrepreneur, Tech Advisor, Gaming & Brand Strategy Expert
Fee Range: $10,000–$20,000
Travels From: California
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Trent Shelton

Former NFL Wide Receiver; Founder, RehabTime; Author of The Greatest You: Face Reality, Release Negativity, and Live Your Purpose
Fee Range: $40,000–$50,000
Travels From: Texas
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Kira Banks

Expert in Race, Racial Identity and Intergroup Relationships
Fee Range: $13,000–$11,500
Travels From: Missouri
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Dr. Brenda Combs, Ed.D

Ambassador of Inspiration
Fee Range: $7,500–$15,000
Travels From: Arizona
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Shaun Harper, PhD

USC Provost Professor; Clifford and Betty Allen Chair in Urban Leadership; USC Race and Equity Center Founder & Chief Research Scientist
Fee Range: $14,000–$30,000
Travels From: California
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Cam Awesome

12-Time National Champion Heavyweight Olympic Boxer and Former Team USA Captain
Fee Range: $7,500–$15,000
Travels From: Texas
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Neal Petersen

Extreme Adventurer, Award-Winning Author, International Keynote Speaker
Fee: $25,000
Travels From: South Carolina
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Shawn Harper

Former NFL football player, CEO/Business Owner, Best-selling author, Life Coach
Fee Range: $8,500–$20,000
Travels From: Ohio
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JJ Birden

Former NFL Pro Turned Motivational Speaker
Fee Range: $20,000–$20,000
Travels From: Arizona
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Melody Barnes

Assistant to the President and Director, the White House Domestic Policy Council (2009-2012)
Fee Range: $15,000–$20,000
Travels From: Virginia
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Magic Johnson

Legendary Hall of Fame NBA Basketball Player; CEO, Magic Johnson Enterprises
Fee Range: $150,000–$300,000
Travels From: California
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Misty Copeland

First African American Female Principal Dancer with the Prestigious American Ballet Theatre
Fee Range: $60,000–$110,000
Travels From: New York
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Carla Hall

Chef, Best Selling Author and Television Personality
Fee Range: $45,000–$81,000
Travels From: New York
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Leland Melvin

Astronaut & Space Thought Leader
Fee Range: $25,000–$44,000
Travels From: Virginia
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Van Jones

CNN Host and Dream Corps Founder
Fee Range: $43,000–$55,000
Travels From: California
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Rashaun Williams

Trailblazing Investor, Shark Tank Guest Investor & Financial Empowerment Leader
Fee Range: $25,000–$45,000
Travels From: Georgia
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Marcus Collins

Culture Expert, Award-Winning Marketer, Bestselling Author, and Professor in Residence at Tik Tok
Fee Range: $17,000–$25,000
Travels From: Michigan
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Lamar Tyler

Founder & CEO, Traffic Sales and Profit; Helping Entrepreneurs Unlock Hidden Revenue
Fee: $25,000
Travels From: Georgia
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Rick Rigsby

Author of Lessons from a Third Grade Dropout, and Award Winning Journalist, Regular TV Media Contributor
Fee Range: $15,000–$30,000
Travels From: Texas
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Jordan Babineaux

Former NFL Player Turned Mindset Coach, Facilitator, & Best-Selling Author
Fee Range: $20,000–$30,000
Travels From: Washington
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Hisham Tawfiq

Actor, Retired FDNY Firefighter & Former United States Marine Corps
Fee Range: $14,000–$20,000
Travels From: New York
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Giancarlo Esposito

Award-Winning Actor & Broadway Star
Fee: Inquire
Travels From: California
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Gladys Knight

R&B Soul Singer-Songwriter, Actress, Businesswomen, Humanitarian and Author
Fee Range: Inquire
Travels From: Nevada
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Katrina Adams

First African American to lead the United States Tennis Association (USTA)
Fee Range: $8,500–$14,000
Travels From: New York
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Black History Month guest speakers

A Black History Month speaker can explore a particular historic movement, personal journey or area of achievement. For a stronger event, match the speaker’s expertise to the audience and connect the keynote to a wider programme of learning, discussion or organisational action.

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