Black
Keynote speakers are powerful voices who are shaping culture advancing equity
and leading across industries. The top black keynote speakers range from African
American thought leaders to entrepreneurs, entertainers and educators. They bring
unique perspectives and transformative stories that resonate with audiences all
around the world.
Whether
you're hosting a diversity summit, corporate event or educational forum, our African American speakers deliver
compelling keynotes that inspire dialogue, celebrate heritage and empower
communities. Black keynote speakers influence individuals through experiences
and effective strategies which make them some of the most impactful voices in
today’s social and professional landscapes.
Partner with Speaker Booking Agency to find the top black keynote speakers who can elevate your event and inspire your audience with authenticity, excellence and purpose
Top 9 Top Black Keynote Speakers
Marc Lamont Hill Social Justice Advocate, Media Personality, Keynote Speaker
Marc Lamont Hill is a champion for social justice, a well-kn... Read More
Kimberly Bryant Founder of Black Girls Code and Aspen Institute Fellow
Kimberly Bryant is the Founder and Executive Director of Bla... Read More
Mark Anthony Neal African American Studies Scholar, Social Justice Advocate, K...
Mark Anthony Neal is a known scholar in African American stu... Read More
Wesley Lowery National Reporter at The Washington Post
He currently works as a national reporter covering law enfor... Read More
Yara Shahidi Actress Best Known for black-ish and grown-ish
In the multi-award-winning ABC comedy series "Black-ish," yo... Read More
Ijeoma Oluo Racial Justice Advocate, Author, Keynote Speaker
Ijeoma Oluo is renowned for her work in justice advocacy and... Read More
Vann R. Newkirk II Politics & Policy Staff Writer for the Atlantic
Vann R. Newkirk II, an esteemed journalist for The Atlantic,... Read More
Eddie Glaude Jr. Social Justice Advocate, Author, Keynote Speaker
Eddie Glaude Jr. is renowned for his work in social justice... Read More
LaTosha Brown Co-Founder of the Black Voters Matter Fund
LaTosha is a fellow at Harvard's Kennedy School of Governmen... Read More
Speakers List
A'Lelia Bundles Journalist and Author of Best-Selling Biography ON HER OWN GROUND: The Life and Times of Madam C.J. Walker
Author and journalist A’Lelia Bundles is director of talent development for ABC News in Washington, DC and... Read More
Category: Journalists , Top Black Keynote Speakers
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 , Diversity Speakers , Top Black Keynote 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: Consultants , Women's Speakers , Top Black Keynote 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: Education Speakers , Diversity Speakers , Top Black Keynote 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: Journalists , Diversity Speakers , Political Commentators
Walter Kimbrough Higher Education Leader, Leadership Expert, Keynote Speaker
Walter Kimbrough is a known figure in the field of higher education leadership and a sought after speaker know... Read More
Category: Education Speakers , Diversity Speakers , Top Black Keynote Speakers
Walter Massey Former President of Morehouse College
Morehouse Institution's ninth president is Dr. Walter E. Massey, the nation's biggest private four-year libera... Read More
Category: 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 , Diversity Speakers
Find Top Black Keynote Speakers by Speaking Fee Range
Request Information
Request a Speaker
Fill out this booking form and one of our agents will respond to you shortly