Black Speakers

Ryan Leak is a best-selling author, strategic advisor, and a highly sought-after speakerpreneur whose words have the power to transform lives. With an incredible reach of over 50,000 people every month, he has become a game-changer in leadership development and personal growth. Through his captivating storytelling and insightful strategies, Ryan inspires professionals to embrace challenges, […]

A three-time Super Bowl champion and five-time Pro Bowl selection, Darren Woodson is often recognized as one of the greatest players to wear a Dallas Cowboys uniform. A native of Phoenix, Woodson played football at Marvale High School as a running back and linebacker. He attended Arizona State University, where he was a converted linebacker […]

Khalil Osiris is a distinguished international speaker renowned for his expertise in restorative justice and transformational leadership. His journey from incarceration to inspiration is nothing short of remarkable. As an author, educator, and activist, Khalil has dedicated his life to empowering individuals and communities to break free from the cycles of violence and incarceration, and […]

Amani Duncan is an award-winning business leader, enchanting storyteller and featured keynote speaker who leaves an enduring and heartwarming mark in every room she’s in. She frequently speaks at advertising industry events, a constant guest on leading podcasts and has conducted interviews with culture-defining leaders and artists, including award-winning American film icon, author and activist […]

Nicola Adams OBE is officially Britain’s most successful female boxer of all time. She is a British Olympian with two gold medals and an inspirational speaker on sports, LGBT+ inclusion and diversity. She is the only female boxer to have secured the grand slam, having won every major title available to her, making her a sporting […]

Morgan DeBaun is a pioneering entrepreneur, digital media strategist, and business leader who has transformed the way Black millennials and Gen Z engage with content, culture, and community. As the Founder and CEO of Blavity Inc., she has built a media empire that reaches millions, shaping the conversations around entrepreneurship, technology, and diversity. Born and […]

Justice Malala is a highly respected, award-winning journalist, television host, political commentator, and newspaper columnist known for his keen insight into the South African political landscape and global political trends. With over two decades of experience in the media industry, Malala has become a trusted voice in unpacking the complexities of democracy, governance, and economic […]

In the multi-award-winning ABC comedy series “Black-ish,” young scholar, philanthropist, and actor Yara Shahidi plays popular adolescent “Zoey Johnson,” an ambitious, technologically obsessed high school junior. Since the show’s launch in September 2014, Yara has won a 2016 Gracie Award for Female in a Breakthrough Role, been nominated for a Teen Choice Award, and received […]

Laila Ali is a world-class athlete, fitness and nutrition expert, TV host, author, cooking enthusiast, founder and CEO of the Laila Ali Lifestyle Brand, advocate for women and children, wife, and mother of two. The daughter of late beloved global icon and humanitarian, Muhammad Ali, she is a four-time undefeated boxing world champion, whose stellar […]

A passionate female empowerment activist, Dr. Makaziwe Mandela is widely known as the daughter of the famous Nelson Mandela. Currently the co-founding Chairman of the House of Mandela, Makaziwe has played a prominent role in carrying forth the values and name of the Mandela family and supports the empowerment of women across South Africa. Now booked […]

Transforming  how sales leaders and CEOs sell, retain, and grow key customers. Janice B  Gordon, known as The Customer Growth Expert, uses the approach to modernise  the sales teams to become buyer-focused, customer-centric, and future-proof  sales operations. Janice, will challenge conventional thinking about sales with innovative,  practical strategies that redefine buyer engagement while targeting specific […]

Aurora James, Creative Director and Founder of luxury accessories brand Brother Vellies and founder of the non-profit advocacy organization, Fifteen Percent Pledge, has long worked to make the global economy a more equitable place for historically excluded groups. Brother Vellies was founded in 2013 with the goal of keeping traditional African design practices and techniques […]

JJ Birden has become an inspiring keynote speaker, captivating audiences with his powerful messages of perseverance, personal growth, and the pursuit of one’s true potential. In this article, we’ll explore the remarkable journey of JJ Birden and delve into why he has become a sought-after keynote speaker who can transform lives. JJ Birden’s path to […]

Pat Smith is a multifaceted force of inspiration, blending the roles of minister, author, executive producer, speaker, entrepreneur, and philanthropist with seamless grace. With a solid foundation in journalism, earning her bachelor’s degree from James Madison University, Pat has leveraged her diverse skill set to empower individuals and communities around the globe. As the first […]