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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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Tia White

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Industry Executive and Visionary
Fee Range: $20,000–$45,000
Travels From: District of Columbia
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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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Stephen A. Smith

Famed Sports TV Personality, Journalist and Podcaster; Expert in Leadership and Personal Branding
Fee Range: Inquire
Travels From: Pennsylvania
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Jimmy Butler

Five-Time NBA All-Star and Olympic Gold Medalist
Fee: Inquire
Travels From: California
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Zion Clark

Human Phenomenon; Professional Athlete; Mental Health Advocate; Social Influencer
Fee Range: $25,000–$35,000
Travels From: California
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Dwayne Wade

NBA Champion, Former Miami Heat Guard & Entrepreneur
Fee: Inquire
Travels From: California
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Wendee Lee Curtis

Veteran News Anchor and Broadway Performer; Emcee and Moderator
Fee Range: $10,000–$12,000
Travels From: Illinois
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Tyler James Williams

2023 Golden Globe Winner “Gregory Eddie" in the Hit Award-Winning Series, Abbott Elementary
Fee Range: $18,000–$62,000
Travels From: New York
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Nicole Thompson

Educator, Author & Humanitarian Committed to Serving Urban Youth
Fee Range: $7,000–$15,000
Travels From: Georgia
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Star Bobatoon Esq.

Storyteller & Corporate Trainer
Fee Range: $10,000–$20,000
Travels From: Virginia
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Shontavia Johnson

International Expert in Entrepreneurship, Intellectual Property & Economic Development
Fee Range: $10,000–$10,000
Travels From: South Carolina
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Candace Doby

Leadership Development Strategist Offering Practical Tools to Build a Courage-Ready Culture and High-Performing Team
Fee Range: $14,000–$18,000
Travels From: Georgia
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Daveed Diggs

Tony & Grammy-Winning Actor, Writer, and Producer
Fee Range: $50,000–$75,000
Travels From: California
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Lamar Odom

Former NBA Member of the Los Angeles Lakers; Mental Health and Recovery Speaker
Fee Range: $25,000–$30,000
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: $50,000–$44,000
Travels From: Texas
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Merline Saintil

Co-founder, Black Women on Boards; Lead Director of Rocket Lab, A Space Exploration Company
Fee Range: $68,500–$68,500
Travels From: California
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Ruth Pointer

Award Winning Entertainer & Mental Health Advocate
Fee Range: $25,000–$30,000
Travels From: Massachusetts
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Mohamed Massaquoi

Strategic Partner in Transformation; Former NFL Wide Receiver; Amputee; Founder of VESSOL
Fee Range: Inquire
Travels From: Georgia
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Jacqueline Walters, MD

Owner of Comprehensive Women's OB/GYN; Two-Time Breast Cancer Survivor; Cast Member of Bravo's "Married to Medicine"
Fee Range: $30,000–$44,000
Travels From: Georgia
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Kwame Onwuachi

James Beard Award-Winning Chef, Author of Notes from a Young Black Chef & Executive Producer at FOOD & WINE Magazine
Fee Range: $25,000–$50,000
Travels From: New York
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Speech Thomas

2x Grammy Award Winning Founder and Lead Singer of the 4X Platinum Hip-Hop Collective Arrested Development
Fee Range: $20,000–$30,000
Travels From: Georgia
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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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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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