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.
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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
Charles Frank Bolden Former Administrator of NASA, a Retired United States Marine Corps General and Former NASA Astronaut
Nominated by President Barack Obama and confirmed by the U.S. Senate, retired Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Charles F... Read More
Category: Astronaut Speakers , Military Speakers , Top Black Keynote Speakers
Cheryl Brown Henderson Founding President of the Brown Foundation for Educational Equity, Excellence & Research
Cheryl Brown Henderson is one of the three daughters of the late Reverend Oliver L. Brown, who, along with 12... Read More
Category: Activists , Education Speakers , Diversity Speakers
Cleo Wade Artist, Poet and Author
Cleo Wade an outspoken artist speaker poet and the author of a forthcoming book is an inspiring voice in today... Read More
Category: Authors , Inspirational Speakers , Arts Culture Keynote Speakers
Codie Elaine Oliver CEO and Co-Founder of Black Love, Inc.
Codie Elaine Oliver is a producer of both television and film in the United States. She has gained recognition... Read More
Category: Directors, Screenwriters and Producers , Documentary Filmmakers , Diversity Speakers
Confidence Staveley Cybersecurity Expert, Tech Innovator & Advocate for Women in STEM
Confidence Staveley is a Nigerian cybersecurity expert, tech innovator, and advocate for women in STEM. She is... Read More
Category: Cybersecurity Speakers , Technology Speakers , Diversity Speakers
Connie Rice Co-Director of The Advancement Project, Public Policy & Diversity Activist
Connie Rice, co-director of The Advancement Project, is known for success in tackling problems of inequity... Read More
Category: Activists , Diversity Speakers , Top Black Keynote Speakers
Cornell William Brooks Former President and CEO of the NAACP
Cornell William Brooks is the president and CEO of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored... Read More
Category: Diversity Speakers , Top Black Keynote Speakers
Cynthia Marshall CEO of the Dallas Mavericks and the First Black Female CEO in NBA History
Cynt moved on from the University of California-Berkeley with degrees in Business Administration and Human Res... Read More
Category: Business Speakers , Leadership Speakers , Women's Speakers
Cynthia McKinney First Black Congresswoman From Georgia
Since being elected in 1992 as the first African American Congresswoman from Georgia, Cynthia Ann McKinney has... Read More
Category: Government and Political Officials , Political Commentators , Top Black Keynote Speakers
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