The top black keynote speakers have powerful voices and share inspiring narratives on center stage. We take immense pride in presenting a curated selection of African-American thought leaders, influencers, and trailblazers who have shattered barriers and left an indelible mark on society. These select names of the very best black keynote speakers provide motivational keynotes, impactful presentations, and thought-provoking talks that embrace diversity, foster inclusion, and inspire positive change.
Whether you're hosting corporate events, conferences, educational institutions, or community gatherings, our African-American speakers deliver captivating and inclusive presentations that empower audiences to shape an equitable future.
Top 10 Top Black Keynote Speakers
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Brea Baker Organizer, Activist and Writer Who Serves as a Strategist for Civil Rights Campaigns
Brea Baker currently serves as the Program and Youth Engagement Coordinator at The Gathering for Justice and E... Read More
Category: Activists , Top Black Keynote Speakers , Diversity Speakers
Candice Morgan Head of Inclusion and Diversity at Pinterest
Candice Morgan works to build inclusion into work culture by designing and implementing strategic talent initi... Read More
Category: Top Black Keynote Speakers , Consultants , Women's Speakers
Damien Hooper-Campbell Chief Diversity Officer at Zoom
Damien Hooper-Campbell is the first Chief Diversity Officer at Zoom. Prior to joining Zoom, Damien was a Vice... Read More
Category: Diversity Speakers , Top Black Keynote Speakers
Dr. Sharroky Hollie Executive Director of The Center for Culturally Responsive Teaching and Learning
Dr. Sharroky Hollie is a national educator who provides professional development to thousands of educators in... Read More
Category: Diversity Speakers , Top Black Keynote Speakers , Education Speakers
Richard Rothstein Distinguished Fellow of the Economic Policy Institute
Richard Rothstein is a Distinguished Fellow of the Economic Policy Institute and a Senior Fellow emeritus at t... Read More
Category: Diversity Speakers , Top Black Keynote Speakers , Historians
Vann R. Newkirk II Politics & Policy Staff Writer for the Atlantic
Vann R. Newkirk II, an esteemed journalist for The Atlantic, brings a wealth of insight into politics, the env... Read More
Category: Diversity Speakers , Top Black Keynote Speakers , Journalists
Walter Kimbrough Noted Author and 7th President of Dillard University
A native of Atlanta Dr. Walter M. Kimbrough graduated as salutatorian and understudy body president from his h... Read More
Category: Diversity Speakers , Education Speakers , Top Black Keynote Speakers
Yoruba Richen Documentary Filmmaker Known For TED Talk on the Intersection of Civil Rights & LGBT Rights
A documentary filmmaker from the United States named Yoruba Richen has produced and directed movies throughout... Read More
Category: Journalists , Documentary Filmmakers , LGBTQ Speakers