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Diversity & Inclusion Speakers

At Key Speakers, we pride ourselves on substance and finding the best fit. Our diversity and inclusion speakers are selected for the depth of their experience and their way of thinking, not just their profile. The roster reflects a wide range of lived experiences and professional backgrounds, allowing organizations to find voices that align with their goals and the conversations they want to have. Rather than offering long lists, we hand-select speakers who reflect the change they speak about and can engage audiences with insight and credibility.

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Discover Our Curated Selection of Top Diversity & Inclusion Experts

Magie Cook

CEO and Founder of Maggie’s Salsa; Orphan Turned Entrepreneur
Fee Range: $15,000–$25,000
Travels From: Florida
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Martha McSally

First Woman to Command a U.S. Fighter Squadron, Former U.S. Senator
Fee Range: Inquire
Travels From: Arizona
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Omékongo Dibinga

Award-winning Leadership, Diversity and Inclusion Strategist
Fee Range: $31,000–$32,000
Travels From: District of Columbia
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Holly Robinson Peete

Actress, Activist, and Co-founder of HollyRod Foundation Championing Neurodiversity, Parkinson’s Awareness, and Compassionate Caregiving
Fee Range: $37,000–$60,000
Travels From: California
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Marilu Henner

Actress; Health & Fitness Advocate; Author; Gifted with Highly Superior Autobiographical Memory
Fee Range: $50,000–$50,000
Travels From: California
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Pauline Nguyen

Spiritual Entrepreneur and Development Coach; Owner of Red Lantern Restaurant
Fee Range: $20,000–$28,000
Travels From: International
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Andrew Yang

Entrepreneur, Bestselling Author, Attorney, Former Presidential and Mayoral Candidate & Philanthropist
Fee Range: $25,000–$44,000
Travels From: New York
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Dominique Dawes

Three-time Olympian, Olympic Gold Medalist, Healthy Lifestyle Advocate and Gymnastics Academy Owner

Fee Range: $20,000–$30,000
Travels From: Florida
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Valerie Jarrett

Chief Executive Officer, The Barack Obama Foundation
Fee Range: $30,000–$50,000
Travels From: New York
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Joe Gerstandt

Author and Advisor Bringing Greater Clarity, Action, and Impact to Organizational Diversity and Inclusion Efforts
Fee Range: $15,000–$28,000
Travels From: Nebraska
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Amanda Seales

The Host, Smart Funny & Black
Fee Range: $25,000–$90,000
Travels From: California
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Amber Ruffin

Emmy Nominated Host, Peacock’s Amber Ruffin Show
Fee Range: $31,000–$63,000
Travels From: New York
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Richard Montañez

Former Vice President, Multicultural Sales and Community Activation for Pepsico North America, Author, Philanthropist, Creator of Flamin’ Hot Cheetos Brand
Fee Range: $20,000–$32,000
Travels From: California
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Ayo Tometi

Co-founder of the Black Lives Matter Movement
Fee Range: $25,000–$50,000
Travels From: New York
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Kira Banks

Expert in Race, Racial Identity and Intergroup Relationships
Fee Range: $13,000–$16,000
Travels From: Missouri
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Ron Williams

Former Charman & CEO of Aetna; Transformational Business Leadership Expert
Fee Range: Inquire
Travels From: Florida
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Janet Stovall

Manager of Executive Communications, UPS; FORTUNE 500 Executive Speechwriter; Diversity & Inclusion Advocate
Fee Range: $30,000–$40,000
Travels From: Georgia
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Patti Rose

President & Founder, Rose Consulting, Author & President, Yale Black Alumni Association, South Florida
Fee Range: $5,500–$10,000
Travels From: Florida
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Minda Harts

Women in Business Speaker, Career Revolutionary
Fee Range: $15,000–$32,000
Travels From: California
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Karen Catlin

Advocate for Inclusive Workplaces, Speaker, Author
Fee Range: $14,000–$25,000
Travels From: California
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Tara Setmayer

CNN Political Commentator; ABC News Contributor;Harvard Institute of Politics Resident Fellow
Fee Range: $20,000–$20,000
Travels From: District of Columbia
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Aaron Sanchez

Award-Winning Chef
Fee Range: $50,000–$85,000
Travels From: Louisiana
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Richard Rothstein

Distinguished Fellow; Author, The Color of Law
Fee Range: $5,000–$14,000
Travels From: District of Columbia
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Mehrsa Baradaran

Professor, Author; The Color of Money and How the Other Half Banks
Fee Range: $14,000–$20,000
Travels From: California
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Your Simplified Journey to Booking the Perfect Diversity & Inclusion Speaker

At Key Speakers, we believe finding the ideal diversity and inclusion speaker should be a breeze. With over three decades of experience, our personalized, hands-on approach simplifies the entire booking process, ensuring a perfect match for your event goals, audience, and budget.

Here’s how our expert team provides a tailored solution, making Key Speakers your trusted partner year after year:

• Personalized Consultation: Share your vision, event objectives, and audience demographics with your dedicated Key Speakers Bureau account advisor. We listen intently to understand the specific result you wish to achieve.

• Curated Recommendations: Leveraging our vast network and deep industry knowledge, we’ll present you with a carefully vetted shortlist of top diversity & inclusion speakers whose expertise, style, and fees align perfectly with your needs. We provide comprehensive speaker profiles, videos, and testimonials to aid your decision.

• Seamless Logistics & Support: Once you've selected your ideal speaker, your event team handles all contractual negotiations, travel arrangements, technical requirements, and pre-event communications. This allows you to focus on your event’s success, knowing every detail is expertly managed.

Whether you require a diversity keynote speaker for a large corporate conference, an intimate leadership workshop, or a modern hybrid event, we provide a customized, end-to-end service. Our goal is to make booking diversity speakers an effortless and rewarding experience, delivering an unforgettable program that inspires lasting change.

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Why Partner with Diversity & Inclusion Keynote Speakers?

In a global working environment shaped by constant change, inclusion has become a practical priority, not a theoretical one. Diversity and inclusion speakers help create space for reflection, learning, and progress.

The most effective speakers in this space move beyond surface-level language. They offer grounded perspectives and practical approaches that help teams recognise bias, value difference, and build a stronger sense of belonging. Bringing a diversity keynote speaker into a corporate event, leadership session, workshop, or conference supports more thoughtful discussion and creates momentum for lasting change rather than one-off conversation.

• Fostering Inclusive Cultures: Expert diversity speakers create safe spaces for dialogue, encouraging empathy and understanding across all levels of an organization. They help break down barriers and build bridges, transforming awareness into active participation.

• Boosting Employee Engagement & Retention: When employees feel seen, heard, and valued, their engagement soars. A compelling diversity, equity and inclusion speaker can ignite this sense of belonging, leading to increased job satisfaction, higher productivity, and improved retention rates.

• Developing Inclusive Leadership: Our diversity leadership speakers provide invaluable insights for executives and managers, equipping them with the skills to lead with empathy, address unconscious bias, and champion diversity initiatives effectively.

• Driving Social Responsibility: Demonstrating a commitment to diversity and inclusion isn't just good for business; it's vital for a positive brand image and social impact. These speakers help articulate and reinforce your organization's dedication to creating a better world.

Whether you're planning an in-person event or a virtual gathering, a dynamic diversity speaker can provide the impetus needed to shift mindsets and establish a culture where every voice is celebrated.

Tangible Benefits: Fostering Growth with Diversity & Inclusion Speakers

The investment in diversity and inclusion speakers yields far-reaching benefits that extend across your entire organization, contributing to sustainable growth and a thriving culture. By choosing a speaker through Key Speakers, you're getting a captivating presentation and securing a catalyst for profound positive change.

Here’s how our diversity & inclusion speakers deliver unparalleled value:

• Cultivating an Inclusive Workplace Culture: Move beyond compliance to genuine acceptance. Our speakers inspire teams to actively participate in creating an environment where differences are celebrated, leading to higher morale and psychological safety.

• Driving Equity and Social Responsibility Initiatives: Equip your leadership with the insights needed to implement effective, long-term equity strategies. This commitment resonates with stakeholders, improves brand reputation, and attracts top talent.

• Motivating Teams to Embrace Diversity as a Strength: Turn diversity from a topic into a competitive advantage. Our dynamic diversity speakers illustrate how diverse perspectives fuel innovation, problem-solving, and creativity, uniting your team under a shared vision of progress.

• Improving Employee Engagement and Retention: A workplace that prioritizes DEI naturally nurtures greater loyalty. Employees who feel valued and respected are more likely to stay, reducing turnover costs and building institutional knowledge.

• Enhancing Organizational Reputation: Publicly demonstrating a commitment to diversity through impactful speaker events strengthens your brand as a forward-thinking, ethical organization, appealing to customers, partners, and future employees.

• Boosting Innovation and Creativity: Different viewpoints lead to novel solutions. Diversity leadership speakers can show how a diverse workforce, empowered by inclusive practices, unlocks untapped potential and drives groundbreaking ideas.

FAQs

Diversity and inclusion speakers are instrumental in shifting workplace culture by sparking essential conversations, challenging ingrained biases, and encouraging empathy. They provide fresh perspectives and actionable strategies that influence employees to embrace differences, leading to a more respectful, understanding, and cohesive environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging. This translates into improved communication, reduced conflict, and a more positive overall atmosphere.

Our diversity keynote speakers cover a comprehensive range of topics tailored to your specific needs. Common subjects include unconscious bias, cultural competency, intersectionality, LGBTQ+ inclusion, gender equity, racial justice, neurodiversity, accessibility, inclusive leadership, psychological safety, and building a sense of belonging. They can address anything from foundational principles to advanced strategic implementation.

Absolutely. Key Speakers works with many dynamic diversity speakers who are highly experienced and adept at delivering impactful presentations in virtual and hybrid formats. They utilize state-of-the-art technology and engaging techniques to ensure their message resonates powerfully with remote and in-person audiences alike, providing an equally engaging and valuable experience.

Choosing the right speaker is crucial. Our personalized process begins with understanding your event's goals, audience demographics, desired outcomes, and budget. We consider the specific themes you want to address (e.g., leadership, employee engagement, social responsibility), the speaker's style, and their specific areas of expertise. Our expert agents will then provide curated recommendations, complete with videos and testimonials, to help you make an informed decision and book diversity speakers perfectly aligned with your vision.

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